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Blood Knot: How to Join Two Fishing Lines
The blood knot (barrel knot) joins two lines of similar diameter with a slim, neat join that runs through rod rings. The classic for fly leaders and tippet.
Palomar Knot: How to Tie It, Step by Step
The Palomar is the strongest easy knot for tying a hook, lure or swivel. Four steps, about 90% line strength, and it works on mono, fluoro and braid.
Clinch Knot and Improved Clinch Knot: How to Tie Them
The improved clinch knot is the classic way to tie mono or fluorocarbon to a hook or lure. Five turns, one extra tuck, and it holds.