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3 Effective Solutions for Freeing Snagged Fishing Lures

Are you tired of losing your favorite fishing lures to snags in trees, rocks, or brush? Snagged fishing lures can be frustrating, but there are several solutions you can try to retrieve them or prevent it from happening in the future. In this blog, we'll explore three practical solutions to help you free your snagged fishing lures, saving you time, money, and frustration.


snagged fishing lure

  1. Try the Pull and Release Technique

    Gently pull the line taut, then release it. Repeat this a few times to see if the lure dislodges. This technique can create a bouncing motion that might free the lure.

  2. Try the Bow-and-Arrow Trick

    This technique works best when the lure is lightly snagged. Hold the fishing line tight, then pull back on the rod, creating a slingshot effect. Release the tension quickly to snap the line and potentially free the lure. It may not work every time, but it's worth a shot—especially if you're running low on tackle.

  3. Use a Lure Retriever


rocketslug fishing lure retriever

Lure retrievers are designed to slide down your fishing line and dislodge the lure from the snag. We recommend the RocketSlug™ lure retriever. RocketSlug™ is perfect for anglers of all skill levels. Engineered with durability and convenience in mind, RocketSlug™ is crafted from extremely robust injection-molded plastic and features a 40-foot retrieval tether, making it the ideal tool for freeing your lures from tricky spots. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, RocketSlug™ can help you save your lures so you spend more time fishing.


Using RocketSlug™ is simple:

  1. Snap RocketSlug™ onto your line.

  2. Pull the line tight.

  3. Throw RocketSlug™ at your snagged lure.




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