Uni Knot
This is probably the most common knot for tying braided line. It can retain
almost 100% of the line strength.
1. Run at least six
inches of line through the eye of the hook, swivel, or lure, and fold to
make two parallel lines. Bring the tag end of the line back in a circle
toward the hook or lure.
2. Make six turns with the tag end around the double line and through the
circle.
3. Hold the double line at the point where it passes through the eye, and
pull the tag end to snug up the turns.
4. To create a loop connection: Adjust the loop size by sliding the knot up
or down the standing line. Then pull the tag end with pliers to maximize
tightness.
5. To create a snug knot: Pull the standing line to slide the knot up
against the eye. Then continue pulling until the knot is tight. Trim the tag
end.
Note: Leaving a loop in
step 4 will give your bait a little more action but you must pull the knot
very tight for it to hold. Under enough strain, this loop will close but
that is not a problem.
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