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Posted by jerryG on 05:01:45 04/12/03
In Reply to: Re: Check out this tackle rig from Davey Jones posted by Davey jones
I can see the reasoning behind your rig. It seems like it would work excellent for trout but when your talking halibut, WSB, and especially yellowtail that opens it up to a completely different playing field.
I'm not saying the rig wouldn't work for getting bit on these fish. I do however see a problem once a big fish is hooked. I've seen snap swivels straighten on big fish time and time again. Even the strongest snap swivel can prove to be no match for a big yellow. Barrel swivels are a different story they will hold up just fine. There is a type of connector swivel which will hold but it's designed more like a split ring than a snap making it more of a hassle to use. Trust me if you stick with the snap swivels you it might cost a big fish.
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