Tackle Warehouse DIY: How-To Change Blades
After a long season of fishing some of your bladed lures, like spinnerbaits and umbrella rigs, might need a tune-up. Changing the blades is a great way to bring lures back to life and save yourself money by not purchasing entirely new lures. Incredibly easy and inexpensive, in this Tackle Warehouse DIY article we’ll see how replacing blades on older lures can get your tackle arsenal back in top-notch condition before the next fishing season. It also gives anglers the opportunity to customize baits with different color blades, sizes, and blade styles to create a unique presentation.
Tools Needed:
-Split Ring Pliers
-Round Nose or Needle Nose Pliers
-Replacement Blades
Replacing Blades on Split Rings
First, open the split ring with a set of split ring pliers. Work the eyelet of the blade into the middle of the split ring then rotate the split ring to remove the blade. To add a new blade simply reverse the process.
Now is a good time to double check the swivel, split rings, and hardware on your spinnerbaits or umbrella rigs for rust or corrosion and make sure they don’t need to be replaced as well.
