A dropper loop allows you to put a loop in the middle of your line instead of on the end of it.
This knot is useful in the tying of multiple hook rigs or when trying to keep the hook off the bottom. Later, I”ll show you a good dropper loop rig.
This knot is used to [...]
A blood knot takes some practice to learn, but is very useful, both in spinning and fly fishing.
The blood knot is used to tie together two lines of similar diameter. Why would you want to do that?
To save money on line.
You will cast farther if your reel is close to full. Cutting off line because [...]
Not many people know this knot, but it’s a good one to add to your arsenal.
This knot was created by Gary L. Martin and was selected by a panel of outdoor writers as the best new all around fishing knot out of 498 entries. It was demonstrated to the public for the first time at [...]
The Trilene knot was developed by Berkley for tying their Trilene monofilament line. It is a very strong knot when tied on light light, from 4 to 12lb test.
I find it works especially well on fluorocarbon line and leaders, preventing the knot from coming lose in the fight.
The Palomar knot is is used to attach hooks, lures, flies, snaps or sinkers to fishing line. This knot is easy to learn, and very strong. Once you learn this knot, you’ll be able to tie in the dark or with cold hands.
In your fishing career, you will very likely learn many knots. But, you’ll be using these two knots from day one. They are indispensable. Let’s go over some knot tying terminology before we begin.
