Correct and reliable knots allow not only to keep the trophy while playing, but also more convenient in the process of fishing. Neat and strong knots do not scare away fish and reduce the risk of tackle spoilage. We present top 10 fishing knots, which will help you simply and reliably connect the equipment.
Advice! Before final tightening the knot, be sure to moisten it well with water or saliva. This will prevent chafing and loss of strength.
10. Grinner
Durable and versatile knot. Suitable for attaching: hooks, swivels, 2 ends of the line and floating pop-up baits used in feeder fishing. It is not difficult to tie it. Breaking load is 89%, but when 2 lines are connected by such a knot, it is reduced to 75%.
Used for all types of lines: monofilament, braid and fluorocarbon.
9. Marker node
It is used for feeder gear. Usually a special elastic material is used that is attached to the main line and serves to mark the measurement marks.
This is the most durable fishing knot, does not slip on the line. If necessary, it can be quickly removed by pulling the ends of the elastic thread and pulling it out of the knot. After removal, a slight deformation will remain, but it will not adversely affect the performance of the line.
8. Palomar
Such a knot is recommended first of all for a beginner to master. Used for attaching hooks. Durability is 80%. They are considered good fishing knots that can withstand the attack of an aggressive predator. Suitable for both mono and braid.
There are several varieties: single, double and triple. The latter is used for spinners and for baits with a large eyelet.
7. Knotless
The knot is used to create a hair rig. It is mainly used for braids. Simple to perform, but very sturdy and reliable.
To make it even more reliable, it is recommended to lay the turns of the line evenly, without fly fishing. You can additionally use glue.
6. Leader
Used for feeder gear: tie the shock leader to the main line. Reliably holds 2 ends of the line, even with different diameters and types. The knot is very neat at the junction, but the strength is 80%. It is not difficult to master it.
5. Simple loop
Universal knot. Helps to hold leashes and floats together. It is invisible in the water. Its strength is very high, but it is performed quite simply. Suitable for monofilament and braiding. This site is used on an industrial scale. And also there are all kinds of its variations.
4. Carrots
This is the strongest fishing knot. It is used when you need to fasten 2 ends of fishing line of different diameters and types and to attach the shock leader to the main line. Fluorocarbon is often tied together with braid.
The knot strength is up to 70% and does not depend on the properties of the lines used. It is very easy to tie it. The knot is strong, but can relax, then you can simply tighten it tighter.
3. Albright
It has increased durability. They are used for attaching the leash and shock leader to the base line and when fishing in difficult conditions when there is a risk of breaking the rig. Tightly connects 2 lines to each other, even of different diameters and structures. It's easy to master.
2. Clinch
Considered to be the best fishing knots for hooks, leashes, baits, carabiners and swivels. It has high strength, but only when using braids or monofilaments up to 0.4 mm in diameter. If you take more, then the reliability of the node decreases. It is easy to tie as it does not have intricate weaves.
1. Snell
This is the simplest fishing knot for a hook, which is applied to different lines: monofilament and braids of various diameters. It attaches to the forend and has excellent durability. When playing, distributes the load over the entire rig. Therefore, aggressive jerks of the fish will not spoil the line.
All knots are very strong. Thanks to them, the rig will hold securely and the trophy will not fall off the hook and ruin the tackle.
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