Spro Stainless Steel Split Rings give you a tie point that won't bend out or rust on you mid-fight. Made from premium stainless steel, they hold their shape under hard, sustained pressure and keep hooks, swivels, and lures connected exactly where you put them.
Why Cheap Split Rings Fail
Soft, low-grade rings open up under a hard run or a big fish's headshake, and once a ring spreads even slightly, your hook or lure can slip free at the worst possible moment. These rings are built from tougher stainless steel specifically so they resist bending out under load instead of flexing permanently.
Built for Fresh and Salt Water
Stainless steel construction resists the rust and pitting that eventually weakens plated rings, especially in saltwater use. That means the ring holding your hook on today still holds the same strength months from now, not just out of the pack.
The Right Pick If...
You want a dependable, confidence-inspiring connection for swapping hooks, attaching lures to swivels, or upgrading the stock hardware on a new bait. The size range covers everything from light trout presentations up through stronger freshwater and saltwater applications.
Best Techniques and Conditions
Use these anywhere a secure, low-stretch metal connection matters: rigging trebles or single hooks on hard baits, attaching lures to leaders via a swivel, and upgrading stock rings on lures that see serious drag pressure. Smaller sizes suit trout and light freshwater work, while the larger sizes hold up to harder-fighting freshwater and saltwater species.
Best For
- Replacing weak stock split rings on hard baits and lures
- Attaching hooks, lures, and swivels securely for fresh and saltwater fishing
- Trout and light freshwater rigs with the smaller sizes
- Stronger freshwater and saltwater applications with the larger, higher-rated sizes
Key Features
- Premium stainless steel resists bending out under load
- Corrosion-resistant for long-term fresh and saltwater use
- Eight sizes covering 8 lb to 50 lb rated strength
- Dependable tie point for hooks, lures, and swivels
Models & Specs
| Size |
Rated Strength |
Pack Quantity |
SKU |
| 0 |
8 lb |
10 |
SSTLSRN-0-10 |
| 1 |
8 lb |
10 |
SSTLSRN-1-10 |
| 2 |
12 lb |
10 |
SSTLSRN-2-10 |
| 3 |
16 lb |
10 |
SSTLSRN-3-10 |
| 4 |
20 lb |
8 |
SSTLSRN-4-8 |
| 5 |
25 lb |
5 |
SSTLSRN-5-5 |
| 6 |
45 lb |
5 |
SSTLSRN-6-5 |
| 7 |
50 lb |
4 |
SSTLSRN-7-4 |
Tackle Express Tips
- Match ring size to leader and hook strength, an undersized ring becomes the weak link even on a well-tied rig.
- Use a dedicated pair of split ring pliers to open these cleanly without bending them out during installation.
- Check rings for wear after landing big fish, a ring that's taken a hard hit is worth replacing even if it still looks round.
FAQ
What size should I use for bass fishing?
Sizes 2 through 4 cover most freshwater bass applications depending on the hook and lure weight.
Are these suitable for saltwater?
Yes, the stainless steel construction resists corrosion in saltwater, and the larger sizes carry enough rated strength for stronger saltwater species.
How do I know when a ring needs replacing?
If a ring looks even slightly oval or won't close back up fully after opening, replace it. A bent ring loses much of its rated strength.