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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