split rings or not

[TROUTMAN 87]

I just bought a bunch of new Michigan Stingers that don't have split rings on the nose. Should I put rings on them or run them the way they are? Your opinions are greatfully appreicated.

[traveling man]

If you want to you can but I would not put split rings on them.

[ERABBIT]

....... check DW site for snap/swivels work great for me ..... or a small coast lock snap..... some type that allows the spoon to move freely and light would work fine..... 

[Chas0218]

On spoons it's important to run a good ball bearing swivel.  Spoons can twist up the line pretty good.

[Adk1]

I run black coastlock BB swivels on spoons. I think I am running too big of a swivel on them though, cant remember the size.

[Sk8man]

I'd try running one of them at the side of the boat with and without and observe the action (or lack thereof). Sometimes there is a good reason why they don't have the split ring or even certain sized ones are used.

[LongLine]

It all depends on the shape of the snap you're using.  If the snap is well rounded then you don't need a ring. Some tackle mfg'r assume you'll use this type of snap.   If you have a small snap or one with a "crook" in it then yes, put a ring on it.  Make sure it's a good quality ring though.

 

Tom B.

(LongLine)

[Kevin J Legg]

I run them with good black snap swivels and they work fine for me.