…to tie direct or use snaps?

I am old school and predominantly tie direct for all applications except summer trolling set-ups, but noticed the IDO crew running snaps (I think) in their last episode chasing perch with typical ice fishing spoons. How many of you run snaps with spoons during ice fishing? Is there any reason not to?

I do. Quicker, easier to switch hooks, and besides my eye sight is a little weak on close ups.

I don’t notice a difference in success.

Much easier to change baits. Not that tying a clinch or uni is that hard, but it’s much easier to manipulate the snap than tie a knot with cold fingers. Also I could see where the snap could allow certain spoons to possibly flutter more freely, but that is all speculation for myself (don’t have an underwater camera).

I like the K&E speed snaps.

I’ve never had an issue with snaps. I do take directly when I’m using my really light Bluegill set ups.

I use VMC crank bait snap in size 00 for my walleye setup.

I tie direct for panfish setups. (Anyone recommend a snap they use for panfish?)

Jigs I tie direct, spoons/verticals I use snaps. Problem for me is small snaps can be tough to see too.

I always want to get small quick change snaps, but never do. Always tie direct. Just the way I was taught. Then have extra set ups around when I want to change

I almost always use snaps.

As mentioned, you get better action. Some spoon/lure makers recommend them, or even include them in the package.

I can see the merits of no snap when using small finesse panfish jigs. But, in a scenario when you have 1-2 larger trebles hanging off the bait, I’m not sure why you’d be concerned about the fish noticing the snap.

I don’t carry enough spare rods with me to cover numerous variations in baits, size, color, etc. If I’m marking fish and they’re not biting, I’m constantly switching.

I tried snelling some 4-5mm jigs so they hang perfectly horizontal, got some 3# Frost, and super light Noodle rod. I get real high tech before ice forms. Got out Saturday, came home and switched everything back to snaps, stiffer rods and small spoons an plain hooks /bobbers. Sucks to be old💩 Even worse, I’m all high tech and my wife outfished me with a buckshot rattle spoon!

Like others have stated I used the VMC Crank Bait snap in 00 for spoons and most minnow style baits. Thinking about tying the minnow style baits directly this year.

Anything that is meant to flutter or spin on a jig/drop can have a snap.

Anything that is not meant to spin or flutter on a jig/drop should be direct tied. Often adjusting the knot on the eyelet reduces spin/flutter.

Typically, a single hook is direct tie and a treble can be snapped.