Fishing Knots Illustrated May 2026

: A classic choice for monofilament and fluorocarbon lines.

These are your "go-to" knots for attaching a hook, lure, or swivel to your main line or leader.

Repeat with the second line, wrapping it in the opposite direction. Tuck both tag ends into the center gap and pull tight. Fishing Knots Illustrated

Double about 6 inches of line and pass the loop through the eye of the hook.

Overlap the two lines and wrap one around the other 5 times. : A classic choice for monofilament and fluorocarbon lines

Tie a loose overhand knot with the hook dangling inside the loop. Pull the loop over the hook. Moisten the line and pull both ends to tighten.

How to Tie an Improved Clinch Knot? Tips, Steps & Variations FG Knot Tying Instructions – Hook-Eze Australia Hook-Eze Australia Blood Knot - How to tie a Blood Knot | Fishing Knots Illustrated Guide: How to Tie a Perfection Loop Knot The Knots Manual Chart #3 - Fishermen's Knot-Tying – Ande Monofilament Ande Monofilament Tuck both tag ends into the center gap and pull tight

Loop knots allow a lure or fly to move more naturally in the water.