Norman Speed Clips Review (Are They BETTER Than A Loop Knot?)
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A few weeks ago I posted a video about why you should NOT use snap swivels (you can see it here: bit.ly/3dy4olb).
Of course, I had a lot of people agree and disagree with me, but one thing that surprised me is that so many people recommended that I check out the Norman Speed Clips.
These clips have the same functionality of a snap swivel, but they have an open face to allow for less restricted movement (similar to a loop knot).
Since they were requested so much, I picked up a pack and took them on the water with me.
And in this vide, I'll show you what I thought about them, and whether or not I would recommend them.
Have you used Norman Speed Clips?
What do you think about them?
Let me know down in the comments! - บันเทิง
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For older eyes, these clips might save some time and frustration on the water.
"On the water" is a key statement. When wind and waves are bouncing you around, and your eyes are no longer sharp, these type of things do help!
You're definitely right about that. Also night fishing it would be great to have in the arsenal
@@MetalRush666 not to mention arthritic fingers
@@BalmandMrryhofGilead Exactly@ tying knots now with arthritis is a pain in the ass, and sure as hell takes longer than '4 seconds'.
I am bad about changing lures, to find the right bait. And my eye sight has gotten bad, in just a few years. So this looks life a life changer, for me too!
I like to experiment with various hard lures, especially top waters. Clips are handy because I use a very short heavy mono leader tied to braid (helps prevent the hooks twisting around the braid when casting). Otherwise, I would be shortening the already short leader by retieing frequently and then retieing the leader to braid.
I'd argue that its not about the speed of knot tying but rather that it saves you from re-tying leader or rather eating up 5-6 inches each time your changing setups. This is why i'm going to try them. Fishing on a gheenoe i try to limit setups so this can save me from bringing an extra rod for top water vs suspending/diving etc.
Thats exactly y I use them as well. I use offshore angler quick clips that seem to have a bigger eye than that of wut he's using in the video. That being said I use the clips mostly for plugs and I'm 50/50 on knots when using jigs/bucktails
Try Tactical Angler speed clips. They work well.
My thoughts exactly. It's about the leader line being reduced each time, unnecessarily. Use the TA clips and you don't need to chew down your leader.
I tie the Orvis knot for this reason if I don’t need a loop knot. I lose about an inch each time I re-tie
Thanks,...good unbiased video with pros and cons for us to decide. I'll definitley try these....especially with my wifes setup so she can quickly change but also for my extra setups which usually have crank baits or topwater and i often go back and forth and eat up 6 inches or so of leader each time i switch. I usually fish jigheads on soft and have knocker and freeline setups as my main 2 other rods used but this can make my hard lure decisions very maleable for on the fly changes. Thanks a bunch!
I use Tactical Anglers Clips. They come in a variety of sizes, and the lure slips onto the clip instead of having to pinch the clip open. I’ve found it very hard to switch out a lure with wet fingers.
I like it! I am not great at tying the non slip loop knots (need more practice) but this would be nice for changing lures fast, while finding fish. Thanks.
These clips work great on a versatility rod. I can easily change out a topwater, twitch bait, spoon, popping cork or a bottom rig for cut bait. Other two rods a I like to carry are an open hook jig and a weedless.
They work for me although crazy fish like skipjack can open the clip with their strikes alone. I agree tying a loop knot for each lure is well worth it.
Great video, I prefer less terminal tackle on my lures but I can give this a try, thank you for sharing.
Every...Dang...One...of my favorite baits on that table. 😉
Nice work as always. No thanks to the snap swivel and ditto remarks on why not.
On time. I was wondering about these clips. Thanks Guys,
Try the paper clip type - they're easier (no pinching) to attach lure, smaller (less visible to fish), strong, and allow plenty of freedom for natural lure movement.
I have used the Norman speed clips for years. Never had one disconnect accidentally. Does not seem to affect my catch rate. The metal has a flat finish and the loop at the end functions like a split ring. I can change lures in seconds.
How would you know it doesn't affect your catch rate, if you're been using them for years? You have nothing to compare it to.
@@thedon9670 I catch as many fish as anyone I am fishing with, that's how I know.
@@lnomolas3427 Ooooo, burn
@@partner348 No worries. Don't like them? Then don't use them. I find them useful.
I have used them for years just on treble hook lures and have had no failures also now that I'm up in the old folks age I like them even more.
I know my knots but I use a fastach alot. Never lost a lure using it and the lures have great action. While other guys are re-tying I'm catching fish.
I agree twist on and off easily, doesn't restrict any action. Never had a failure.
@@bobb2183 yeah I use the size 1 most of the time but the first time I every used one was a size 3 and they are pretty big and I caught sea trout like crazy and out fished my brother so I said i guess the fish cant see this thing like everyone says haha
@feeshyfeeshy if you think the fastach effects lure action then you haven't used it and I'll trust what myself and other guys who have fished with and without, over someone who hasn't used the product that wants to say what is best.
Just another version of a snap swivel. I've used snaps for 50+ yrs. to facilitate quick lure changes and have caught everything Charlotte Harbor, Fl. has to offer. I will certainly try the Speed Clip to see how it compares. It must prove to a better mouse trap before I'm sold.
I like the TA clips. Gonna try these
TAs are much easier to swap out lures - no pinching necessary - and allow much better lure action.
Love the vids keep it up Salt Strong Nation!
Good information thank you🎣
I was just going to use the spare surgical clamps I have - they have a similar design and are more robust.
I use loop knots to tie on hooks and jigheads that need unencumbered motion. But for hard lures, I take off the snap ring and use a Decoy V Snap instead. V Snaps are MUCH lower profile (and assumedly, less visible to the fish) than Norman Speed Clips. For inshore as well as for bass, I use size 1, which is rated for 34 lb. I can switch lures in seconds, even when I'm drifting in current next to crowded docks.
I think you make some good points. Here's a problem with fishing. .. quite often we're using braided line with a 6-ft liter. Another knot you use, you feel is acceptable but many of us feel that knot is not acceptable and to tie a good knot takes a good one foot of line off your leader. So if you have a 6-ft leader then you're going to tie six times and be done with that pole because it is a bit more time to tie a new leader on to your braided line. I think darker water allows for more use of snaps or snaps levels but it all depends on how it affects your action. The last video you showed, that had a lure on it, was certainly not a saltwater lure I don't believe. As I use larger lures than that for freshwater. Larger lures are less effective by snapshots. The reason I chased this video down was that it's a bit of work how I do it where I pre-tie leader to the worst and attach them to a snapshot 3 ft away so that they're unaffected by the snap. I was hoping somebody came up with some new news and it appears that you have. So thank you.
I've been using cross-lock snaps for hardbaits only for the last 20 years with no failures. They provide good action on topwaters, jerkbaits and crankbaits, I see no issue with using them for those applications. I wouldn't consider using them with jigs, soft plastics or any other slow moving baits as I feel they could catch on any cover present.
The fish are better able to SEE those and will turn away from an otherwise attractive lure.
I direct tied my lures all my life (I'm 59) and now I use a snap and I'm here to say that the fish don't care...if the fish are not biting with a snap on the lure they are not biting with a direct tie. Direct tying is old tradition bound fisherman hokem that I bought into for many years. In fact many lures come with a snap from the factory.
Definitely stay with the tying of loop knots , simply the best presentation and non restrictive movement., thanks
Thanks!
I'm going to test this out in Louisiana next month with my topwaters and gold spoons. I also hard core trout fish here in North Georgia, and I'll try them with my tiny spinners, too.
Used the speed clips in LA for years. Still do becasue I have them but now prefer TA Power Clips. Smallest size.
Can y’all also test the Offshore Angler quick clip snap? I use a 50lb and haven’t had a problem even with them going through grass, do not collect grass.
I prefer tactical angler micro power clips
Yep. Lots of "paper clip" types. I went from Norman to power clips. Like the power clips better.
Agreed - the Normans are not at all good design.
Looks great well made I haven't tried yet would recommend
Thanks for the feedback!
Thanks for the video! What’s was the blue rod and reel combo seen in this one?
The reel is a diawa feugo on a tfo rod
@@natehowell793 what model tfo rod? More specifics please.
Tfo inshore probably a 7’6” Medium Light
Okay so does that speed clip when you're fishing a jig with cut bait when you reel it back in it twists the whole time and gives you line twist eventually does that speed clip keep you from getting that line twist
Too far from the camera. Wonder if you could zoom in to have a closer look at the item you are reviewing. Thanks
I was thinking that too.
It is not necessary to squeeze them open to hook into the eye of the lure. Just hold firmly along the flat plane and press the lure onto the eye through the opening of the bottom radius of the loop, turn until you feel the click. To remove the lure, again hold firmly along the flat plane and reverse the step by lifting at the opening of the top loop.
I got this from Terry Fett who says that he is the inventor of the clips. It does make them easier to use, at least for my old, and sometimes cold hands.
You ought to test a snap clip by Trifecta Custom Rods. It looks like a fly fishermans fly clip, but are beast big and Strong. What Loop knot do you use.... Canoe or Lefty Kregh loop.
We'll look into it!
In the mid 2000si used these quite a bit. They are hit or miss. I would go three or four trips without a failure, then have a top water work is way off while walking the dog. I finally lost a few fish because lure would come off so i stopped using them. I discovered the Norton quick twists and have never had a failure, i love those things. I use the heavier size #10 clip only, i don't use the swivels. I can't say enough about them. Catchem' Up!
That's great! Thanks for the info!
I use the Tactical Anglers clips, they look more like a paper clip. works fine, even on jig heads, good action. But here's the thing I'm happy you can tie a loop knot in 5 seconds... let me see you do it after 40 years of working with your hands young fella. OMG I'm that guy LOL.
I have also tried pre-tying leaders to lures with loop knots and a swivel on the other end and tying the clip to my main line but I have a lot of floating weed in my area and the extra terminal tackle picked it up. I walk the shore in the NE either dragging plastics for flounder or twitching Spooks and stick baits for striper, the clip[s give me flexibility.
Glad to hear you're still out there, even if it takes a bit longer to tie!! Tight lines!
I don’t use any speed clips but find it hard to believe it effects anything other than the fisherman’s confidence ... it would be interesting to fish the two methods side by side everything else equal to see what really happens ... and some under water footage of how different the action between the two is 🤙🏼
You mean to be scientific and get an empirical result??? Hell no, sir! That would get rid of all the experts who sell stuff on TH-cam (you know, the ones who have product displayed all over the place, but swear that they aren't getting paid?).
Could you tie a loop knot to the clip and get the best of both?
Do you use loop knots on non top water lures
no leader 4 me , I use 8 lb xt solar fish dont care on a moving lure , I tie a loop knot, working on inventing a double loop , keep ya posted
Thanks for checking it out!
Close up of actual clipping to lure would have been MOST beneficial.
4 to 5 second difference between clip and retying? Please do a video on a 5 second lure change using the retie method
A loop knot takes at least a couple of minutes to tie properly - if you don't count having to remove shades and put on spex, drying your hands, finding the cutters, and balancing so as not to fall overboard.
A TA clip takes about 8 secs with no problems.
@@bobbeckstead8340 loop knot takes me 11 seconds, however the uni to uni to tie on a 2' section of leader takes a solid min. For this reason i will try these clips as every retie cost about 7" of leader line so 2 reties and time to tie a new section of leader.
@@Snookchaser007 I tie my leaders when I'm not out fishing - so, no time lost at all. Besides, pissing over the side takes me a couple of minutes - same as tying a double-uni leader to line. I'm not going to sweat a minute or two here and there - that's childishly stupid. You do NOT tie a decent loop knot in 11 seconds - that's baloney. But, there's no problem changing a lure on a TA in a few seconds - the most time is spent chosing the replacement lure.
Yep haha
@@bobbeckstead8340 minutes?? Lol 🤣 30 seconds at most lol
What Rod is that blue one? Thanks
hi, i'm from Malaysia. where can i get this speed clip?
I boat fish, so I can take 3-4 rods rigged with different lures, (topwater, soft, suspending, etc). Tying is enjoyable, but when lure change speed is vital, I just switch rods.
I used alot of clips. My favorite it the Spro clips
I know it's an old thread but u don't have to punch the clip. You just use the jig head or whatever the lure hAs as a connection point, the circle part as a leverage tool to push it on and twist it. It's not brain science! It works well for soft plastics but o would recommend a loop knot for top water lures and corkies etc.
Good Info! Thanks for watching the video! 💪
You DONT have to pinch these ! Just push it open with the eyelet. Super quick. Gary
How about a split ring and a swivel and tie the line onto the swivel
I've used these for years on my crankbaits and they are great but they are getting harder to find and getting expensive.
I have used them prefer the loop knot
If you have fat fingers to tie knots, this speed clip is a life saver .
Spro 'split snaps' are pdq with no pinching!
Thanks for the feedback!
What are your thoughts on Tactical Angler clips (or other “paper clip” style clips ?
I love TA power clips..and I catch TONS of fish while using them. YMMV
Steve Philbrick, I also use TA clips often and love them.
Been using them up north for years for walleye rigging . Don't use them for attaching lures. Don't use them in the salt.
Forget the clips. Did you see that skip cast under the dock? That was a mean cast I myself would have caught a dock..
Speed clips work differently than a loop knot. They do work well on lipped crankbaits. I've used them since they came out and never had a failure. Lop Knots work better on lures that don't have a split ring.
Thanks for the feedback!
I just use a heavy duty swivel with a split ring to attach lures
Too visible to the target fish.
@@bobbeckstead8340 I target tuna whith lures so i don’t think they care
@@aidandibenerdini4545 Depends on where you're fishing tuna. In the Atlantic off the US east coast, you're OK; in the Pacific off San Diego or Baja, the tuna won't touch it because they've been selected by heavy fishing for 200 years so that they all now have high visual acuity and awareness.
@@bobbeckstead8340 yeah, I used to live in San Diego and now I’m in New England and I can say that tuna here don’t care
@@aidandibenerdini4545 So, you know about fishing 40 lb tuna with size 2 hooks, 25# test line & leader, and NO hardware anywhere in the rig. Even the live sardines have to be perfect - no red nose, no scales missing, and hooked just under the skin.
Sorry, I had to stop using these after 2 seasons. They stretch out after repeated large trout and if you quick flick the hard bait they can come off. I lost several baits during the casts last season. I switched to VMC crankbait snaps. Lighter, more lure freedom of motion with the lure and it holds more securely. CRS#00
Tactical Anglers work well also.
I have lost 3 redfish using this clip and had a few come in with the clip partially open on the eye. They are easy but the wire on the lure can wedge itself into the speed clip ring.
The is one reason I went to power clips.
Basically a modified copy of the MASH clip used on rifle slings
These are just clips. There's no "swivel" at all, just a clip.
So, you are saying you didn't catch larger fish because of that clip??🤔
Loop knots, single hooks on plugs, fluorocarbon, scents, just a bunch of hogwash. I'll take a snap (no swivel!), monofilament, and treble hooks, all day long. Scents are an oily stinky, useless mess. I even find very limited use for braid(basically only for deep bottom fishing/jigging, and some surf casting where I need distance.) Not being negative for the sake of being negative I swear, I just like what I like.
clip to main line, then lure with leader then tie leader to clip. Make dozen lures for easy change/ DO NOT PIT LURE OR HOOK TO CLIP.
Thanks for the tip!
Pass, I don’t want anything changing my lure action. We spend thousands of $ on gear, but when hooked up to a fish the only thing that really matters is the connection from your hands to the fish. I’ll tie knots I trust.
If I have to use that many lures that means the fish aren't bitting
Thanks for checking out the video!
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That doesn't look like a snap swivel. I see no swivel component. It looks like a snap/split ring combo.
Less hardware is better.. learn your knots..
I agreed but now a own some umbrella rigs vicious strikes and would have to say fish don’t care as much as we do..
@feeshyfeeshy never used a dog turd I might have to try that... have caught plenty of gators though. I don’t use clips but I’ve seen many many fish hit things they weren’t supposed too. I guess nobody ever told them what they were supposed to do...
@@jaredbradley4095 Exactly. A lot of fishos like to act all mighty and saying how amazing they are, and how much skill they possess. Fish are not as sophisticated as the "pros" try to make out. Why would ANY fish be caught, if they can clearly see those GIANT HOOKS attached to your lures lol.
@@thedon9670 bingo. I guess for the fish that are so smart we need to take our hooks off Eventually
@@thedon9670 Fish are selected by extensive fishing over many decades - just like breeding dogs. Back before about the 70s, barracudas in the FL Keys used to hit ANYTHING - now, they'll look at your live pilchard and wait for a king to hit it, then cut the king off mid-body to avoid getting the hook.
Lost 2 lures with this clip... Not used anymore
In order for us to see how much movement that speed clip give the lures you've got to show us an underwater video of the lures moving in the water. Otherwise, it's pointless!
I've gone to entirely to TA clips because I have watched the lure action repeatedly - it's excellent - and catch as many fish as with a loop knot.
@@bobbeckstead8340 Good to know, thanks!
They twist in my fingers too much and it makes it too hard to use them
They can be difficult
It is a snap, not a snap swivel. There is no swivel.
I found that their was no close ups or clear shots of the clips so not a great video
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add too much weight
You talk to fast
Just learn your knots and skip the clips
If you want to eat up your leader all the time then go ahead.
I will go ahead! Thanks for your blessing. Enjoy your clips!!