Home Grown Tackle: Crawler Harness

[Paul H]

Originally Posted by fishincrazy

Here's another question in regards to hardware Paul you said you like the plastic clevis,now I've read that the plastic clevis is better for bigger blades like #5 an up?The metal clevis is better for smaller blades.Any truth to this?


FC

I use it for all, but I rarely do anything very small (not sure what #). I did make some once for panfish that were very small and used metal. It probably takes a hair more to spin the plastic, then again, it may have less resistance.

[fishincrazy]

Originally Posted by Paul H

I use it for all, but I rarely do anything very small (not sure what #). I did make some once for panfish that were very small and used metal. It probably takes a hair more to spin the plastic, then again, it may have less resistance.

Good deal Paul Thank you!

FC

[Pezman38]

Just make sure the quick change clevis you buy has the nipple on the hook like these. I have had fish throw the blade several times without them. I posted about this a while back and Kgone filled me in on this secret. I haven't lost a blade yet.

http://www.crittergittertackle.com/i...roducts_id=231

[Hombre Robusto]

The clevises with the 'keeper' will still throw blades every once in a while, especially larger blades. I run #6-#8 blades frequently. When I do, I put a dab of Super Glue Gel between the void. Never lost a blade since I started doing it. #8s aren't cheap. The glue will pop right off when you go to change a blade.

[Dabluz]

I use a hard monofilament like Berkley XT in 10 to 14 lb test when making my worm harnesses. Knot strength is important and fluorocarbon has terrible knot strength.

I much prefer making my own worm harnesses because commercial worm harnesses with high quality hooks and swivels do not exist. I like making them with 3 hooks.

[fishincrazy]

Originally Posted by Dabluz

I use a hard monofilament like Berkley XT in 10 to 14 lb test when making my worm harnesses. Knot strength is important and fluorocarbon has terrible knot strength.

I much prefer making my own worm harnesses because commercial worm harnesses with high quality hooks and swivels do not exist. I like making them with 3 hooks.

Hey There Db you mention something I had another question about......

SWIVELS now in a quality harness rig I assume you use Spro swivels or swivels of similar quality.

FC

[Litchfieldwalleye]

I'm just glad I finally found a website where people care about crawler harness details... I tie mine with 15# fluoro, and with the appropriate knot, tied correctly, have had zero issues with knot strength, including big fish in the mix. Sorry for the blurry detail of the quick change clevis... Here's an example of one of my 'daily drivers' :
p.s. Gamakatsu Walleye wide gap hooks have significantly reduced embarrassing pop-offs

[fishincrazy]

Originally Posted by Litchfieldwalleye

I'm just glad I finally found a website where people care about crawler harness details... I tie mine with 15# fluoro, and with the appropriate knot, tied correctly, have had zero issues with knot strength, including big fish in the mix. Sorry for the blurry detail of the quick change clevis... Here's an example of one of my 'daily drivers' :Attachment 12828
p.s. Gamakatsu Walleye wide gap hooks have significantly reduced embarrassing pop-offs

What knot are you using?

FC

[fishincrazy]

Originally Posted by Hombre Robusto

The clevises with the 'keeper' will still throw blades every once in a while, especially larger blades. I run #6-#8 blades frequently. When I do, I put a dab of Super Glue Gel between the void. Never lost a blade since I started doing it. #8s aren't cheap. The glue will pop right off when you go to change a blade.

There you go!

So I guess with everyone seeming to use the quick change clevis you guy's change out frequently until you find the right color,size,and style?
When your pulling a harness where do you start?I mean wht is usually your first presentation?

FC

[Hombre Robusto]

I usually start with the old faithfuls that have proven themselves over the last few seasons. I'll make sure to have a few blades out with different colored backs. If I know I'm over fish, but can't get anything going, I'll start throwing out some different sizes and shaped blades (choppers, hatchets, indianas, single willows, ect).