Knots

Here is the homepage for tutorials, and tests on all kinds of fishing knots!

Because not every knot is ideal for the different types of fishing lines, select the type of line you’d like to tie with to view tutorials and tests!

FG Knot 101 Lesson: The Best Method For Beginners

The FG knot is one of the easiest to tie and strongest fishing knots you can use! If you are a beginner, follow these steps...
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Loop Knot VS. Snug Knot Comparison (Underwater Analysis)

How can a knot affect lure action and performance underwater? Your knot choice can have more of an impact than you think. Check this out...
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Blood Knot VS. Double Uni Knot Strength Contest (Mono-To-Mono)

Which knot is stronger: the Blood Knot or the Double Uni Knot? The results are in! The test revealed the stronger knot is...
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Simple Trick To Help Strengthen Your Leader (The Business End)

How can you strengthen up your leader to prevent getting snapped off on big tarpon or snook? The answer is tying a...
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The Best Rig For Catching Sheepshead Around Heavy Structure

If you are planning to fish for sheepshead around heavy structure, you'll want to have the best rig to reduce your chances of breaking off...
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Clinch Knot Vs. Modified Clinch Knot Vs. Trilene Knot (Strength Contest)

Want to know what the strongest knot is for mono and fluoro when tying to a hook or swivel? There was a new winner in this test and now...
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Easiest Way To Tie The Snell Knot (For Rigging Cut Bait)

Do you know the best knot to use when fishing with cut bait? There are many different versions of the snell knot but this one is much...
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The Best Knot To Tie When Using Jigs (And How To Tie It)

Want to know what the best knot to use with the Slam Shady is? See what it is, why it's the best, and how to tie it here.
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Here’s Why You Should Not Use Snap Swivels With Artificial Fishing Lures

Should you use snap swivels with artificial lures? It sounds like a good idea because it can save you time, but in reality, it can actually cost you...
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How To Tie The FG Knot (While On A Kayak Or Paddleboard)

Want to see how to tie the FG knot while in a kayak? See these tips to make tying this knot faster and easier, plus learn a good alternative for when you...
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How To Tie Your Boat To A Dock Piling (The Bowline Knot)

Do you ever need to tie your boat to a dock piling without a cleat? The bowline knot is a great knot for this scenario because it's strong, easy, and...
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Best Fishing Knot for Braided Line [Braid to Leader Contest]

Want to learn the best fishing knot for braided line fishing line? Well you're going to love this best-of-the-best fishing knot analysis... just click here.
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How to Tie a Double Uni Knot

Learn how to tie a double uni knot in this educational video. In it, you'll see that standard knot and then a special alteration for braided line.
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