I've always had a preference to the green bladed spreaders but to be honest I really don't see much of a difference. I do seem to notice that the more people I have on board and the more lines and bait in the water the more fish I catch. That is why I like the spreader because it offers more bait in the water. I have a buddy who insists on just one hook and a sinker and my son uses an ocean rig similar to a crappy rig. Neither of them have blades but the both catch fish!