Fishing is one of the best hobbies ever invented. There is nothing that can come close to the taste of a fresh morning spent on the shore, casting the line, and admiring the sunlight that shines as the lure enters the water. Soon after, the line begins to jerk, and after a few minutes of effort, you pull up a 10-pound lake trout. To make sure the bait lasts all the way, you need to know how to tie a nice knot. Picking up a nice fish is up to you, this article will show you how to tie a knot to secure a hook or bait to your line.
Steps
Method 1 of 6: the Clinch Node
Step 1. Use the Clinch knot as your reference fishing knot
It is simple to make, easy to remember and stands out for its durability. Use Clinch thread for all common knots.
Step 2. Thread the fishing line
Thread the thread through the eye of the hook.
Step 3. Wrap the line
Wrap the end of the line around the line itself (going towards the reel) making it make 4 to 6 turns.
Step 4. Tie the knot
Pass the end of the thread towards the eyelet, passing it through the initial loop of figure 1.
To improve the Clinch knot, pass the thread a second time through the buttonhole made in the last step. This is called "improved Clinch knot"
Step 5. Tighten the knot
A little bit of lube helps a lot. Pass the knot in your mouth to lubricate.
Step 6. Trim the excess thread above the knot
Leave only about 3-4 millimeters.
Method 2 of 6: the Orvis Knot
Step 1. Use the Orvis knot as a robust and simple alternative to the Clinch knot
Step 2. Thread the line into the hook
Pass the thread through the eye of the hook from below.
Step 3. Form an eight by crossing the yarn and inserting the end into the first buttonhole
Step 4. Thread the end into the top of the second buttonhole, wrapping the thread around it
Step 5. Complete the knot
Lubricate the line, then pull the end to tighten the knot. Trim the excess thread.
Method 3 of 6: the Palomar Node
Step 1. Use the Palomar knot if you want the best knot for braided lines
The Palomar knot may seem difficult enough, but once it is done, it is almost a perfect knot. It doesn't take that long to perfect it.
Step 2. Fold approximately 15 cm of line on itself and pass it through the eye of the hook
Step 3. Make a simple knot with the double line
Make sure the hook hangs from the bottom of the line.
Step 4. Drag the double line under the hook and then up, over the eye of the hook
Step 5. Tighten the knot by pulling on both ends of the fishing line
Trim the excess thread.
Method 4 of 6: the Davy Knot
Step 1. Use the Davy knot for small fly lures
The Davy knot is commonly used by anglers who want a quick, easy and inconspicuous knot to secure small flies. The Davy knot will get you back to fishing quickly in case the line breaks.
Step 2. Thread the line through the eye of the fly hook
Step 3. Make a simple knot with the end of the thread
Step 4. Bring the end of the thread back in the direction of the simple knot, pass it through the knot and hook
Step 5. Complete the knot by tightening the end of the fishing line
Method 5 of 6: the Baja Knot
Step 1. Use the Baja knot for heavier single line lines
It can be used for loop to loop hooks or to attach hooks or other accessories to the line. The knot should be tight when completed so it doesn't come loose.
Step 2. Make the first buttonhole
Make a simple buttonhole about 5 cm from the end of the thread.
Step 3. Hook a hook into the base of the buttonhole, and let it hang while you tighten the rest of the knot
Step 4. Make a second buttonhole
Thread the end of the thread in front of the first buttonhole, behind the free thread. Pull the thread until the second buttonhole is a little smaller than the first.
Step 5. Create a third buttonhole by repeating the previous step
Adjust it so that it stays between the large and small button holes.
Step 6. Drag the hook to the top of the first buttonhole
Then, pass it over the middle buttonhole and again under the last one. Tighten the knot a little.
Step 7. Complete the knot
Secure the hook with pliers, and pull the line hard to tighten everything.
Method 6 of 6: the Pitzen Knot
Step 1. Use the Pitzen knot for its incredible strength
It is thought that the Pitzen knot, also called Eugene Bend or 16-20 knot, can withstand up to 95% the breaking point of the line. It's a bit difficult, but it's worth it.
Step 2. Thread the line through the eye of the hook
Step 3. Wrap the end of the line around the fishing line from underneath
Step 4. Using your index finger, wrap the thread around your finger
Step 5. Wrap the end around the two parallel threads four times
Step 6. Thread the end of the thread through the hole created by your index finger
Step 7. Complete the knot by pushing the knot towards the eye of the hook
Do this with your fingers, not pulling the line.
Advice
- Sometimes using a snap-on swivel can be helpful. A snap swivel is an accessory to which a lure can be secured and then attached to the line. It makes the bait move more freely and prevents the line from rolling around on itself.
- Nail clippers can be very useful for shortening the wire.
- A pair of reading glasses can be a useful accessory to put in
carrying case.
Warnings
- The hooks are very pointed; avoid contact with your skin and eyes, or other parts of the body.
- When you go fishing, always carry your fishing license with you; without it you could get in trouble with the rangers.
