Fishing Knots

The Fishing Knots that we choose is the one factor that we have 100% control over, so it’s our duty to make sure that we are using the best knot for all or our fishing needs.

This category page shows a listing of various knots that we’ve analyzed.

If you want to see the full Ranking of these knots in terms of their strength and performance, then click on the link below:

https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/fishing-knots

Otherwise, below is a listing of the knot articles we have posted in sequential order.

FG Knot Flaws: 3 Critical Times You Should NOT Use This Fishing Knot!

Have you tried the super-strong FG Knot yet? It's the strongest line to leader knot out there, but it has three big flaws (must know). Check them out here.
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How To Tie The “Braid Uni Knot” [Contest Winner]

Braid Uni Knot: Want to know the best knot for connecting braid line to a swivel? In this post, we show you how to tie the best Uni Knot for braid line.
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Clinch Knot vs. Uni Knot [Braid, Mono & Fluoro Knot Strength Tests]

Clinch Knot or Uni Knot? This post tests the Clinch Knot vs. Uni Knot on fluoro, mono & braid line to see which knot is the strongest for each type of line.
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How To Tie The Clinch Knot [Step-By-Step Pictures & Video Tutorial]

See how to tie the Clinch Knot with step-by-step pictures of the tying process and a video tutorial of how to tie the knot.
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How To Tie The “Knot With No Name” [Mono To Leader Knot]

See how to tie a very strong mono-to-leader connection called the "Knot With No Name"... a must-know knot for anglers who use mono lines and leaders.
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The UNBREAKABLE Fishing Knot – PR Bobbin Knot [Free PDF Guide]

Want to know how to tie the strongest fishing knot ever? Then you've got to see this "unbreakable" fishing knot called the PR Bobbin knot. Tight lines!
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How To Tie The Perfection Loop [Picture And Video Tutorial]

Looking for a simple and strong loop knot? In this article, Luke Simonds shows you how to tie one of the popular knots of all time -- the Perfection Loop.
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How to Tie the San Diego Jam Knot [Video Tutorial and Step-by-Step Instructions]

Looking for a strong terminal knot to add to your aresenal? In this article, we show you the step-by step process on how to tie the San Diego Jam Knot.
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How to Tie the Rapala Knot [Step-by-Step Picture and Video Tutorial]

Want to know the strongest loop knot we've ever seen? In this article, we go over the step-by-step process on how to tie the Rapala Knot.
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Berkley Vanish Leader Line vs. Mainline [Abrasion & Knot Strength Test Results]

Want to get more leader line for less money? In this article, we test to see whether Berkley Vanish leader line or mainline performs better on the water.
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How to Tie the Blood Knot [Video & Picture Tutorials]

Want to know one of the strongest knots for connecting fishing lines? In this article, we show you the step-by-step process on how to tie the Blood Knot.
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How to Tie the Crazy Alberto Knot [Video & Step-by-Step]

Luke Simonds shows you how to tie the Crazy Alberto Knot with step-by-step pictures and a video tutorial using braided line and fluorocarbon leader.
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Knot Strength Test Results: Berkley Vanish vs. Seaguar Blue Label

Want to see which fluoro line is better for stronger knots? We test the Berkley Vanish and Seaguar Blue Label lines to see which has the strongest knots.
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How to Tie the Albright Special Knot [Step-by-Step & Video Tutorial]

See the best and strongest way to tie the Albright Special Knot, where it originates and what fishing situations you should use it for.
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How to Tie the King Sling Loop Knot (Video & Step-by-Step)

See how to tie the king sling loop knot, what type of fishing the king sling knot is best for and how to use it for braid and terminal tackle.
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