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  • Ty it Right with Double Surgeon’s Loop

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    Ty it Right with Double Surgeon’s Loop

    The double surgeon’s knot is an important knot in fly fishing. Very reliable knot known for securing two lines together. This knot is particularly favored for its strength and simplicity. Ideal for anglers with limited time. The Surgeon’s Loop is essentially a Double Overhand Knot. It can be tied quickly and easily in the end…

  • Less Blood with the Blood Knot

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    Less Blood with the Blood Knot

    Used for joining two lines together, the Blood Knot is a tried and true fishing knot and a favorite of fly fishermen.

  • Tying the Improved Clinch Knot

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    Tying the Improved Clinch Knot

    The Improved Clinch Knot is one of the most widely used fishing knots. It provides a good method of securing a fishing line to a hook, lure, or swivel. The “improved” version shown here includes an extra tuck under the final turn (step 9). It is commonly used to fasten the leader to the fly.…

  • The Turle Knot Packs Some Strength

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    The Turle Knot Packs Some Strength

    The Turle Knot is a popular knot for connecting a fly with a turned up or turned down eye to a line. There are several variations to this knot and this one would be considered the “Improved Turle Knot”.  Run the line through the eye of the hook, then tie a loose double overhand knot…

  • Benefits of the Palomar Knot

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    Benefits of the Palomar Knot

    The Palomar Knot is a simple knot for attaching a line to a hook, or a fly to a leader or tippet. It is regarded as one of the strongest and most reliable fishing knots. Double your line to make a loop, then push the loop through the eye of your hook. Tie a loose…

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