Knots for tying terminal takle to wire line

[jsmac51]

Have two wire setups on the way. Need advice on terminal tackle and knots to use.

[FX]

Assuming you're using them for dipsys, connect the wire to a GOOD QUALITY ball bearing snap swivel using this http://www.lotsa.org/Wire%20Line%20Knot.htm From the dipsy, I run a 6 - 8' length of 30lb Big Game mono (the length of the rod your using) which is tied directly to the dipsy at one end and to a GOOD QUALITY ball bearing snap swivel at the other using a good knot such as a palomer http://www.animatedknots.com/ Swivel end gets connected to flasher fly or spoon and you're good to go.

Good luck,

Shawn

[Silver Fox]

We use 3 very small wire crimps to attach the swivel to the wire and have zero issues.

[Iceman]

Overhand knot for attaching the swivels. Go the Fish Doctor site for a video of this method. I have been using it for the last three years & it is the best & cheapest way to attach swivels. I slip a 1 " length of shrinktube over the wire prior to making the overhand loop, then attach the swivel, & shrink the tube down to cover the knot ends to protect my hands. You won't be disappointed, & it is very fast to do, especially if you get a kink in the wire while out fishing & have to cut off some wire & retie.