Knot tying is a crucial part of fishing. One of the popular knots used by anglers is the knotless knot. A knotless knot is a type of knot tied by forming loops over the hook shank instead of tying it directly on the shank. This makes it possible to use the hair or thread for the baiting method. With this knot, the bait stands out, giving it a more realistic look that can excite a fish into biting the hook.
To tie a knotless knot, allow me to walk you through the steps:
Step 1: Thread the line through the eye of the hook, and fold it back again. Make sure to have at least 10-15cm of line to work with.
Step 2: Hold the hook with the thumb and forefinger, with the eye facing up.
Step 3: Take the tag end of the line and wrap it around the hook shank five or six times. This will form the first loop. Hold the end of the tag line in your left hand and place your right thumb over the turns.
Step 4: Create a second loop by taking the tag end of the line and leading it down and under the hook shank, forming an open-loop to the side of the hook.
Step 5: Now, take the end of the tag line and thread it back up and over the standing line’s long section, making sure it goes through the bottom loop.
Step 6: Once the tag end is through the bottom loop, pull it in the opposite direction to tighten the knot.
Step 7: Wet the knot and tighten it more by pulling steadily on the tag end, and then on the standing line. Once you are satisfied, trim off any excess tag end.
That’s it! You are now ready to bait up and cast your line!
Knotless knots can be tricky, but once you’ve mastered it, they add a new dimension to the way you fish. By using a knotless knot, you will find that your hookups will increase significantly, which will ultimately lead to more fish caught out on the water. Practice this knot, and soon you will be a pro at tying them. Happy fishing!