Post by VFR on Mar 22, 2023 15:09:51 GMT -5
Fishing Knots 101
by Lefty Kreh
Use the right knots and tie them properly to stay connected to fish.
A poorly designed knot pulled down firmly will usually outperform an improperly tied, well-designed knot.
Knots connect us to fish. Yet, surprisingly few anglers pay much attention to them. Let's examine the materials we use to build knots, then review how to tie the knots fly fishermen need. No knot breaks until it slips. A poorly designed knot pulled down firmly will usually outperform an improperly tied, well-designed knot. The need to burn a knot to prevent it from slipping indicates that it is a weak knot or that you are not closing it tightly enough. Burning can also weaken the knot or the monofilament if care is not taken. Once a knot is securely drawn down, the ends should be clipped. Stubs protruding from a leader may catch the tippet, fly, or vegetation, resulting in a lost fly or fish......Read more
by Lefty Kreh
Use the right knots and tie them properly to stay connected to fish.A poorly designed knot pulled down firmly will usually outperform an improperly tied, well-designed knot.
Knots connect us to fish. Yet, surprisingly few anglers pay much attention to them. Let's examine the materials we use to build knots, then review how to tie the knots fly fishermen need. No knot breaks until it slips. A poorly designed knot pulled down firmly will usually outperform an improperly tied, well-designed knot. The need to burn a knot to prevent it from slipping indicates that it is a weak knot or that you are not closing it tightly enough. Burning can also weaken the knot or the monofilament if care is not taken. Once a knot is securely drawn down, the ends should be clipped. Stubs protruding from a leader may catch the tippet, fly, or vegetation, resulting in a lost fly or fish......Read more