barr5150 Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Trying to get a feel for what people consider standard for a 2.5" flat sided crankbait. I have been using #3 heavy from jann's but it seems overkill. I have around 100 cranks heading to a show in a couple weeks and I'm out of split rings so I have to place an order anyway. The brass rings from LPO look pretty neat for a little more money. Thanks in advance. - Bryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 I use the Danielson rings from Tacklewarehouse. I'd stay away from brass. It isn't as strong unless it's thick wire, and it looks old school and turns a lot of people off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barr5150 Posted January 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 The old school look is what caught my eye! I'd hate to sacrifice strength for quality though. What size would you consider typical? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 I haven't used brass or bronze split rings in years, but the same sizes that I use now, probably. Depending on the lure and hook size, anything from a #2 to a #6 on my swimbaits. I wouldn't use a #2 on anything that is thrown with line heavier than 10lb test, or you'll have your heart broken. Even a #3 is pushing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barr5150 Posted January 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Maybe the #3 heavy rings aren't crazy then. Thanks for your input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Mac Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 #2 south bend rings are incredibly strong. They put my owner hyper wires to shame and are CHEAP. They are so tuff, you may regret getting them if you are putting a lot on. Safety goggles are a must too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Amac, I just checked them online and they look great. Plus I have a Sports Chalet nearby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 I put standard #2 ss split rings on 99% of all bass baits with #6 to #2 trebles. Never had one fail. If I fished where muskies lurked, I might go thicker wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toadfrog Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 I use the heaviest split ring I can depending on the type and size of the bait . Only because I fish a lot of water with pit falls like stumps ,rocks and other gotcha's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
