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How to Tie Fishing Knots. By: Michael Gardner ENGL393 - 6050 Due: 3 July 2008. Introduction. This process is intended to instruct those that do not know how, to tie a few simple but useful knots.
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How to Tie Fishing Knots By: Michael Gardner ENGL393 - 6050 Due: 3 July 2008
Introduction • This process is intended to instruct those that do not know how, to tie a few simple but useful knots. • These knots are primarily used for fishing, but can be adapted to a variety of other applications • In order to tie the knots, you will need rope, fishing line, or something similar, and something with a loop in it, such as a fishing hook.
Dropper Loop Knot • A dropper loop is used to tie a loop in the line above the end of the line. This is used as an attachment point for an additional lure, weight, or hook.
Dropper Loop 2 • Create a loop in the line.
Dropper Loop 3 • Hold the lines where they cross each other and wrap the loop around the crossover point four to six times.
Dropper Loop 4 • Open a hole in the twists where you are holding the lines. • Pass the loop through this hole.
Dropper Loop 5 • Hold the loop with your teeth, and pull the knot tight.
Palomar Knot • A palomar knot is used to attach a hook or lure to the end of the line. • With practice, this knot can be tied in the dark.
Palomar Knot 2 • Form a loop in the end of the line and pass it through the hook eye.
Palomar Knot 3 • Tie an overhand knot with the loop.
Palomar Knot 4 • Pass the hook through the loop.
Palomar Knot 5 • Pull the two ends to snug down the loop and tighten the knot.
Improved Clinch Knot • An improved clinch knot is used to attach a hook or lure to the end of the line. • It is widely regarded as the fisherman’s reliable standby.
Improved Clinch Knot 2 • Pass the end of the line through the hook eye.
Improved Clinch 3 • Bring the end of the line back up and wrap it around the main line six times. • This creates a hole just above the hook eye.
Improved Clinch 4 • Pass the tag end through the hole above the hook eye. • This creates another hole between the tag end and the main line.
Improved Clinch 5 • Pass the tag end through the newly created hole.
Improved Clinch 6 • Pull the tag end and the main line, cinching the knot down tightly on the hook eye.
Tutorials, Video, and Instruction • There are many websites that offer instruction on knot tying. To learn more knots, or for more instruction on the three knots discussed previously, visit some of them. A few are listed below. • http://animatedknots.com/ • http://www.iland.net/~jbritton/ • http://www.realknots.com/knots/ • http://www.fish4fun.com/knots.htm • http://www.thejump.net/fishing-knots/fishing-knots.htm