Knots ? - Striper Talk Striped Bass Fishing, Surfcasting, Boating

KLMulder · 07-30-2003, 06:57 PM

I found a like on here about a week ago to a site that had instructions on how to tye. there were some I wanted to try but I cant find the link again. Anyone know what it was?

Thanks KL

BigPete · 07-30-2003, 07:27 PM

You can find some animated knots here.

Buzz-erd · 07-30-2003, 09:33 PM

I only tie Palomer and Improved Clinch knot more or less.
Ever fish between Wehauser,the Bridge and Common Fence Pt.?

Bill L · 07-30-2003, 11:04 PM

Last weeks Fisherman Magazine advertised a FREE booklet on knots and rigs, and listed a bunch of tackle shops where you can pick them up. Looked worthwhile...

Fishaddict · 07-31-2003, 12:42 AM

Go on to the Hatteras Outfitters site.
Click on the knot link on the left side menu.
They have enough there to cover all your needs and then some.

hatterasoutfitters.com

MountainBreeze · 07-31-2003, 06:21 AM

Does anyone use a DOUBLE palamar?

What is the difference between the double and "single?"

Van · 07-31-2003, 07:12 AM

Double palomar, Why bother?

I have never had a palomar break. Its easy and strong.
Thats what I tie 90% of the time.

MountainBreeze · 07-31-2003, 07:52 AM

Van,

The reason I ask is because of braid. I tie the palomar as well but have heard that knots slip with braid and that a dobule palomar should be used.?.?.?

I plan on tying a snap-swivel on the end of my braid and will hope for the best, unless I can figure out how to tie a double. Then I may try that. Can't be too safe I guess.?.?.?

Thanks,
Rob

Van · 07-31-2003, 08:02 AM

Oh,

I don't use braids so I don't know what is preferred.
I do know that knots can slip with it. Maybe the double is needed for that. I guess test them well before they go into the water.

I have been having trouble finding a good knot for hybrid line, it is so slippery the tag end goes right through the knot when i cinch it. I test every knot at my work bench and sometimes use a scale to see the break strength.

MountainBreeze · 07-31-2003, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Van
I test every knot at my work bench and sometimes use a scale to see the break strength.

Good idea! Thanks for the tip.

redlite · 07-31-2003, 09:11 AM

I use what is called a Trilene knot and have never had it slip with braids (Fireline, Power Pro, Stealth). Its easy to tie and strong. I think it is also referred to as a double uni knot.

KLMulder · 07-31-2003, 03:05 PM

Hi Buzz_ard

Yes I do on ocation fish some spots along there. I have a few spots that seem to produce well at specific tides or time of year.