The Uni Knot
The Uni Knot, also known as the Universal Knot, is a versatile and widely used fishing knot. It is primarily used for connecting fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels. The Uni Knot is prized for its simplicity and strength, making it a reliable choice for anglers of all skill levels. For a video on how to tie this knot click here.
Step 1: Pass the Line Through Begin by passing the fishing line through the eye of the hook, lure, or swivel. Leave a few inches of line extending beyond the point of entry to work with.
Step 2: Create a Loop Form a loop with the free end of the line, bringing it back parallel to the main line. Hold the loop in place with your thumb and index finger.
Step 3: Wrap the Loop Wrap the free end of the line around the main line and through the loop you created. Make sure to wrap it at least 4-6 times, moving away from the loop and towards the end of the line.
Step 4: Tighten and Secure While holding the wraps in place, gently pull the free end of the line to tighten the knot. Simultaneously slide the knot towards the eye of the hook, lure, or swivel. Ensure that the wraps are snug and properly seated against the eye.
Step 5: Trim the Excess After tightening the knot, trim the excess free end of the line close to the knot, leaving a small tag end. This helps to prevent any interference while casting or retrieving. Click here to return to navigation!
Palomar Knot
The Palomar Knot is a highly regarded fishing knot known for its strength and simplicity. It is commonly used to attach fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels. With its double line design, the Palomar Knot provides a strong and secure connection that can withstand the challenges of reeling in tough fish. It is commonly used in shark fishing rigs. Here is a video on the palomar knot.
Step 1: Double the Line Double about 6 inches of the fishing line, creating a loop by overlapping the doubled section over itself. Leave a sufficient tag end to work with in the upcoming steps.
Step 2: Pass the Loop Through Pass the doubled section and the loop you created through the eye of the hook, lure, or swivel. Make sure the loop is big enough to easily work with in the next steps.
Step 3: Tie a Simple Overhand Knot With the hook, lure, or swivel positioned inside the loop, tie a simple overhand knot. Take the loop and pass it over the hook, lure, or swivel, bringing it back towards the main line.
Step 4: Feed the Hook Through Carefully pass the hook, lure, or swivel through the loop of the overhand knot. Ensure that the entire hook, lure, or swivel passes through the loop completely.
Step 5: Moisten and Tighten Before tightening the knot, moisten it with saliva or water. This helps reduce friction and ensures a secure knot. Hold onto the hook, lure, or swivel and both tag ends, and pull them simultaneously to tighten the knot. Click here to return to navigation!
The Clinch Knot
The Clinch Knot, also known as the Improved Clinch Knot, is a fundamental and widely used fishing knot. It is commonly used to attach fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels. The Clinch Knot is an easier but less reliable knot than the uni knot. Here is a video on the clinch knot.
Step 1: Thread the Line Pass the end of the fishing line through the eye of the hook, lure, or swivel. Leave a few inches of line extending beyond the point of entry to work with.
Step 2: Create a Loop Take the tag end of the line and bring it back toward the main line, creating a loop.
Step 3: Wrap the Tag End Wrap the tag end of the line around the main line and through the loop you created. Make sure to wrap it at least 4-6 times, moving away from the loop and towards the end of the line.
Step 4: Pass the Tag End Through After making the wraps, pass the tag end of the line through the loop you created in Step 2.
Step 5: Moisten and Tighten Before tightening the knot, moisten it with saliva or water, Hold onto the hook, lure, or swivel and the tag end, and gently pull the main line to tighten the knot. Simultaneously, slide the knot towards the eye of the hook, lure, or swivel. Ensure that the wraps are snug and properly seated against the eye. Click here to return to navigation!
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