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It is important not only to
select the right knot for a particular job but to tie it
properly. Poorly tied knots will mean lost fish and
aggravation. Here are a few basic steps to follow when tying
all knots for fly fishing.
Lubricate knots: Before you tighten a knot, lubricate
it with saliva or by dipping it in the water. This will help
the knot slide and seat properly. Lubrication also decreases
excessive heat which dramatically weakens monofilament. Heat
is generated by the friction created when knots are drawn up
tight.
Seat the knot: Tighten knots with a steady, continuous
pull. Make sure the knot is tight and secure. After it is
tied, pull on the line and leader to make sure it holds. It is
better to test it now than when a fish is on.
Trim neatly: Use nippers to trim the material as close
as possible without nicking or damaging the knot.
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Double Surgeon's Knot
Tying the tippet to the leader.
Step 1 The Double
Surgeon's Knot requires the leader and tippet to be
placed side-by-side so they overlap (for about 6") with
ends facing in opposite directions.
Step 2 - Pinch the standing leader and tippet tag end
with the left thumb and forefinger and use the right
hand to tie an overhand knot with the leader tag end and
the tippet.
Step 3 -The entire length of the tippet must be passed
completely through the overhand knot loop; even tough
the leader tag end is only about 5" long. Don't tighten
the completed overhand knot!
Step 4 - Grasp the completed loop with the left hand and
make another pass through the same overhand knot,
passing the full length of the tippet and the leader tag
end through a second time.
Draw the loop down by simultaneously pulling on leader
and tippet. Moisten the loop; grasp the leader and
tippet tag on the left with your left hand, and the
tippet and leader tag on the right with your right hand.
Pull all four ends simultaneously to snug the knot
tight. Trim tag ends |
This knot
can be tightened as a loop by not pushing the knot to the hook
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