Experimenting

Berkeley Cross Lock snaps

Just wondering how strong a double loop knot would be?

With or without the swivel.

Bill, haven't seen those snaps..where did you get rhem

Cabelas. You can't google it tho. We use them pulling cranks for big walleye too. That's where I first learned about them. I use the 30lb size.

Here ya go.
Berkley 1012364 Cross-Lok Snaps, Black Size 1 028632010860

They have them with a swivel on them also.

Me thinks the ones with the swivel might be better because of line twist caused by slimers

the key to not loosing baits or breaking your poles is check your drag !! keep it set light and pay attention to your poles

Been told I keep my drag too tight before.. Curious how a loose drag will help. I am not above changing

If you are breaking rod tips you need to buy Wally Marshall Troll Teck rod by Lews. They won't break unless you get the braid wrapped around the tip then get hung