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How to Tie a Palomar Knot

Best forTying braid or mono to hooks, swivels, and lures — high strength with few wraps

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Line sketch, not a photo. Moisten line before you cinch. Practice before you trust it on the water.

Step 1.Double about 6 inches of line and pass the loop through the eye of the hook or lure.

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Real alternatives when this tie is not the right tool.

Improved Clinch Knot

Mono or fluoro to hooks and swivels when you want a classic, compact terminal knot

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Versatile terminal knot for hooks and swivels; also the building block of the Double Uni

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Mono to hardware with a double pass through the eye for extra grip on slippery line

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