Category Archives: Knots

When tying loop-to-loop leader systems, there are only a couple of knots that make good sense. One is the Surgeon’s Loop — which can be tied with 2 or 3 turns, depending on tippet diameter and desired strength — and … more →

Speaking of “Location X,” we found an interesting new knot on Tom Rowland’s “Saltwater Experience” Web site the other day. It’s called the “X Knot” (we think), and was authored by the guide who pushed the boat around in HowardFilms’s … more →

Knots that are quick and simple and do a great job of attaching flies to light tippets are few and far between. One such knot is the Davy Knot. It’s worth considering if you want to try something stronger than … more →

The more one reads about knots and more practice one has in tying them, the easier it is to understand why how well a knot is tied makes as much — or more — difference in its strength than its … more →

“My failure was pointed out when twice I lost hooked fish, only to pull my line in to find the end of my tippet curled like a pig tail, right where the knot came undone. The lesson, somewhat painfully learned, … more →

New on MidCurrent: If you are a saltwater fly fisher chances are you’ve heard of or even used the Slim Beauty knot. That’s a remarkable thing to say about a knot that gained prominent use among Key West tarpon guides … more →

“Adkins, a retired sheet-metal worker from Barboursville, has revived the old-fashioned practice of making ‘furled’ or ‘twined’ leaders. The originals, which were standard-issue angling equipment in the 1800s, were made of horsehair or silk. Adkins makes his from modern polyester … more →

Bill Kiene posted a link on his forum to this page on the Orvis Web site that shows steps for how to tie 8 knots, including the Clinch, Blook Knot, Nail Knot and Non-Slip Mono Loop. (By the way, if … more →