MikeyMike : Fishing Forum Posts

When might one use a barrel swivel? (other than a carolina rig) I have heard Ike mention using a barrel swivel for connecting braid to leader. I have heard Aaron Martens mention he will use a barrel swivel with his drop shot sometimes, to reduce line twist. Seems to make sense but it's also not commonly discussed. Can you shine a light on when barrel swivel is appropriate?

I fish a west coast clear water lake and drop shot is the deal much of the year. Trying to up-level my effectiveness of the dropshot. I'm wondering how & when a barrel swivel might help?