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Split Ring
A small coiled ring connecting hooks and lures, allowing free movement. Upgrade cheap factory rings on saltwater plugs.
When to use it
- Connecting hooks to hard baits
- Attaching line to a lure without deadening action
Strengths
- Free movement for lure action
- Easy hook upgrades
Weaknesses
- Cheap rings straighten on big fish
- Fiddly to open without split-ring pliers
Key facts
Tip: Carry split-ring pliers; match ring strength to the fish
Common mistakes
- Not upgrading factory rings before saltwater use