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FOX-CAC495
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4.20 (CHF) incl tax
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The double ring swivel from Fox Edges is a rig accessory designed to improve the reliability and cleanliness of your leaders. Its role is simple but essential: to provide a strong connection between two elements while promoting smooth rotation to help reduce line twist. In practice, this means neater presentations, better control of the fish’s movement, and a lower risk of tangles during casting or retrieval.
The standout feature of this model is its double ring design. By offering two separate attachment points, it helps create a more natural articulation between the components of the rig (leader, lead system, leader section, connectors). This geometry encourages more consistent alignment and can help keep the rig more stable, especially when you want a clean presentation on the bottom and well-distributed pressure during the strike.
Designed to fit within the Fox Edges range, this swivel is aimed at anglers who want rig hardware that is consistent, discreet, and practical to use on the bank. It follows an optimisation approach: fewer weak points, better-controlled connections, and rotation that helps preserve line quality throughout your sessions.
A good rig depends as much on the choice of leader as it does on the quality of the small components. A quality swivel contributes to safety (reliable connection), comfort (simpler, cleaner rigging), and performance (less twist, better presentation). The double ring configuration adds a real advantage when you want controlled mobility between two sections: it avoids overly rigid constraints and helps the rig work more naturally.
By limiting twist, the swivel also helps extend the life of your line: less twisting often means less strain on the filament and more consistent knots. This is a detail that matters, especially when you make repeated casts, fish with presentations that create rotation, or simply want to keep your setup clean and repeatable.
Finally, the appeal of a Fox Edges accessory is that it fits into a “system” approach: you can build your rig more easily with components designed to work together. Without locking you into one method, this double ring swivel provides a versatile foundation for many rigs, in still waters as well as in more demanding conditions, whenever you need a reliable and mobile connection.
Before use, always check that the swivel rotates freely and that the rings are properly clear. Choose a knot suited to your line (and the type of line used) and tighten it carefully. To preserve strength, wet the knot before tightening, then check for consistency and ensure there is no heat buildup. Depending on your rig, you can connect the swivel to a leader, a clip, a snap, or a loop: the goal is to maintain a clean articulation and rotation that helps limit twist.
Tip: after a catch or a snag, take a few seconds to inspect the accessory and replace any part that shows deformation. A rig accessory in good condition is one of the simplest ways to avoid breakages and secure your battles.
Question 1: What is a double ring swivel used for in a fishing rig?
Answer: It is used to connect two elements while maintaining articulation and rotation that help limit line twist, resulting in a cleaner rig.
Question 2: Is it compatible with accessories other than those in the Fox Edges range?
Answer: Yes, as long as the rig system requires a swivel; it generally works with many standard clips, beads, sleeves, and connectors.
Question 3: How can you avoid damaging the line at the swivel?
Answer: Use a suitable knot, wet it before tightening, check the rotation, and replace the component if it has suffered an impact or deformation.
