Master the essential fishing knots — from lure attachment to line joining. Includes strength ratings, step-by-step tying instructions, and line compatibility.
💧 Always wet before tightening: Friction when drawing a knot tight generates heat that can weaken monofilament and fluorocarbon. Always wet the knot with saliva or water before pulling tight. This is the single most important knot-tying habit.
✂️ Trim tag ends: Leave ~2mm of tag end after trimming. Too short and the knot may slip; too long and it catches weeds and debris. For braid, leave slightly more tag (3–4mm) as braid knots are more prone to slippage at the tag.
🪢 Braid vs monofilament knots: Braid (PE) is slippery and low-stretch — knots tied for mono can slip badly. Use the Palomar or uni knot for braid, and add extra wraps. Fluorocarbon is similar to mono but stiffer — avoid overly complex knots that may not seat properly.