by Jo Starling | Jan 5, 2021
KNOTS You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your tackle. Surgeon’s Knot This knot is used to join two pieces of line. When properly tied, the Surgeon’s Knot approaches 100% line strength, making it a knot to have in your repertoire! Without doubt, it’s one of...
by Jo Starling | Nov 1, 2020
KNOTS You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your tackle. Blood Knot A tried and true fishing knot used for joining two lines of similar diameter together. Tap on the + icon at the right of each step to expand. Step One Overlap the two ends of line to be...
by Jo Starling | May 22, 2020
KNOTS You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your tackle. Lefty’s Loop Lefty’s Loop is a strong, open-looped knot that is extremely strong. It’s perfect for leader greater than 20Lb breaking strain. This version follows an under/over pattern, giving it added...
by Jo Starling | Jan 30, 2020
KNOTS You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your tackle. PALOMAR This is an exceptionally easy, yet strong knot, used for attaching a fly or hook to your line. The Palomar is just as strong in both monofilament and fluorocarbon and has the benefit of being so...
by Jo Starling | Sep 30, 2019
KNOTS & RIGS You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your tackle. Here’s a growing reference to help you ensure your skills AND repertoire are robust. TACKLE TWEAK — How To Rig A Butterflied Baitfish If you’re bait fishing, nothing beats a livey. However, if you...