Knots and when to use them: Does anybody have a graphic or just a list of the best knots to use for what? Just mastered the SD Jam but at this point I know maybe 10-15 knots and really...

FS Digest

Does anybody have a graphic or just a list of the best knots to use for what?

Just mastered the SD Jam but at this point I know maybe 10-15 knots and really have no idea what knot is optimal for what I’m trying to do at any point in time. Thx!

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by RustyPickul

rriggs Loc: North Carolina

Search fishing knots on internet. Very good instructions wit video on most sites.

flyguy Loc: Lake Onalaska, Sunfish Capitol of the World!

FS Digest wrote:

Does anybody have a graphic or just a list of the best knots to use for what?

Just mastered the SD Jam but at this point I know maybe 10-15 knots and really have no idea what knot is optimal for what I’m trying to do at any point in time. Thx!

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by RustyPickul

I don't think you need to know that many knots, a 1/2 doz would great plenty.

bknecht Loc: Northeast pa

FS Digest wrote:

Does anybody have a graphic or just a list of the best knots to use for what?

Just mastered the SD Jam but at this point I know maybe 10-15 knots and really have no idea what knot is optimal for what I’m trying to do at any point in time. Thx!

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by RustyPickul

Net knots have some very nice animated instructions.

OldBassGuy Loc: Temecula, CA

Must be a hobby for you. I have used only four knots for the last 60+ years and somehow still catch fish😊👍!

4525brickyard Loc: Manlius, New York

Here id the little book I learned a lot from..... Brickyard

Sinker Rig Loc: Tampa area

flyguy wrote:

I don't think you need to know that many knots, a 1/2 doz would great plenty.

Agree, I use 2 knots.....a Uni for fish under
15lbs and an FG for the big boys

J4woody Loc: Burlington Iowa

I would go to Pinterest for all the knots, both fly and bait casting, jigging! It is endless.

tlkile Loc: Myrtle Beach

I think you just need a few. But if you want to learn more, have fun. I use double uni for connecting lines. Surgeons knot for making a loop. Palomar or improved clinch for terminal tackle. I just started using a uni knot to Snell hooks. I'm not sure it matters much but it looks cool. Then I fish with my Ugly Stick. hehehehehehe!

SGM Jerry Loc: Alabama

I use only three knots.
San Diego Jam knot for everything except drop shot, or pitching/flipping, then I use the Snell knot. And to tie my leader to braid, I use the Crazy Alberto.

Don Fischer

I have been fishing over 70 yrs and I know two knot's. One is called the Palomar but I seldom use it and the other is not? I'd give it a name but I don't even remember what I had for breakfast!

Huntm22 Loc: Northern Utah. - West Haven

Don Fischer wrote:

I have been fishing over 70 yrs and I know two knot's. One is called the Palomar but I seldom use it and the other is not? I'd give it a name but I don't even remember what I had for breakfast!

Welcome aboard Don Fisher. And you got up too late for breakfast LOL.

DozerDave Loc: Port Orchard Wa.

bknecht wrote:

Net knots have some very nice animated instructions.

Are you tying knots in your net bk...🤷‍♂️😜😂🤣🐟on

DozerDave Loc: Port Orchard Wa.

tlkile wrote:

I think you just need a few. But if you want to learn more, have fun. I use double uni for connecting lines. Surgeons knot for making a loop. Palomar or improved clinch for terminal tackle. I just started using a uni knot to Snell hooks. I'm not sure it matters much but it looks cool. Then I fish with my Ugly Stick. hehehehehehe!

Yeah!!! You wouldn’t want a ugly knot if you’ve got an ugly stick. No what I mean...😜😂🤣🐟

MarkB Loc: Tyler Tx

I use the old Japanese no break away Knot works for over 50 years