Red Monster
Well-Known Member
Hey, I was wondering how many folks use snubbers? I don't, but maybe I should. And if so, how do you properly use a snubber while trolling for salmon?
Yes, I've gone to longer/flexible rods, and I know the line stretches too. And I use a strong leader (40 pound test), but I've still witnessed a big slab pull against the flasher and snap a hefty leader. Perhaps a snubber helps avoid line breaks?
Additionly, it may also reduce the chances of pulling a barbless hook from the mouth of a fish?
So ...is a snubber a good idea, maybe a bit of added insurance, or is it just a gimmick for the girlie-man who doesn't know how to fish<img src=icon_smile_question.gif border=0 align=middle>
Remember, it's called "fishing," not "catching."
Yes, I've gone to longer/flexible rods, and I know the line stretches too. And I use a strong leader (40 pound test), but I've still witnessed a big slab pull against the flasher and snap a hefty leader. Perhaps a snubber helps avoid line breaks?
Additionly, it may also reduce the chances of pulling a barbless hook from the mouth of a fish?
So ...is a snubber a good idea, maybe a bit of added insurance, or is it just a gimmick for the girlie-man who doesn't know how to fish<img src=icon_smile_question.gif border=0 align=middle>
Remember, it's called "fishing," not "catching."