After an enjoyable day of casting out, luring in and catching a fish, it can be an angler's nightmare to discover that your vital fishing tackle has been damaged. Whether you're the owner of basic or high-end fishing gear, there are few things more frustrating than realising that your fishing gear is worse for wear - particularly when you can prevent this from happening...
But we're not talking about going out and buying complex pieces of kit or extortionately priced gadgets to save your fishing equipment. In fact, on a micro level, you can preserve your fishing favourites with a few very affordable must-haves, including the absolutely essential fishing swivel.
If you're unfamiliar with this important angling accessory, Tidal Drift Fishing will explain exactly how swivels are going to save you a lot of issues during your next fishing adventure.
What Are Fishing Swivels?
Fishing swivels are a type of small, metal cylindrical or ball-shaped terminal tackle with two eyes on either side to easily connect to your fishing lines. Swivels mainly work to reduce line twists, tangles and similar coiling complications when you're casting out and reeling in flailing or aggressive fighting fish.
How Do Fishing Swivels Work?
A swivel works by creating a point of rotation within the course of your fishing line to prevent twisting-related damage and allowing your lures or hooks to spin freely. If you're purchasing monofilament fishing lines or any type of line with a memory factor, then a swivel is essential to have. Swivels are also available in different sizes that will correspond to the type of line you're using and the kind of fish you're trying to catch.
How Do I Use A Fishing Swivel?
You'll first need to decide on your size of swivel based on whether you're freshwater fishing (the smallest type of swivel), general sea fishing, or shark fishing (the largest type of swivel). For freshwater fishing you'll likely only require a basic barrel swivel, but for more advanced fishing environments, a high quality rolling swivel is going to give you the robust design and breaking strength requirements you need. For the most demanding fishing requirements, a crane swivel will give you the strength, performance, build quality and impressive breaking strain credentials that you require.
To attach a swivel to your fishing line, consider using the Trilene fishing knot, which is ideal for providing a slip-resistant hold on monofilament lines.
What We Offer...
Cox & Rawle X Pattern Rolling Swivels
This hardwearing, reliable and affordable standard swivel from Cox & Rawle is strong, compact and rotates effectively when a load is applied. You can choose from a selection of sizes to match your breaking strain requirements perfectly.
Cox & Rawle Stainless Steel Crane Swivels
Stronger than traditional brass swivels, this 100% stainless steel crane swivel reduces drag and has a slimmer profile for when you're in pursuit of wary fish on light rigs and traces. Crane swivels come with an incredibly hardwearing and smooth running design for their various sizes.
