Different knots exist that are suitable for securing a hook to your fishing line. Among them are the Trilene knot and the Palomar knot, both of which work very well. However, one of the easiest knots to learn is the Improved Clinch knot. A… read more
One of the skills a beginning angler must learn is how to tie a hook to a fishing line. Picking a knot to tie can be overwhelming, as there are dozens of knots available for the angler to use. One of the strongest and easiest to tie… read more
A sturdy knot is essential when tying a fishhook directly to your fishing line. It can make the difference between catching the big one or losing the big one, as well as the hook with it. For most fishing purposes, the improved clinc… read more
When reel fishing, a line is not complete without a hook. To tie a fishing hook to your fishing line, you'll need to utilize a fishing knot. Once your hook is securely attached, drop your line to the bottom or fish the surface of the water.… read more
Ask five different anglers how to attach a hook to your fishing line and you will probably get five different answers. Anglers love their knots, are loyal and will defend them to the bitter end. This may sound a little silly, however, when… read more
The Hook, Line and Sinker fishing tournament takes place every spring on Pyramid Lake. The lake is 40 miles north of Reno, Nevada, and sits on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation. The high desert alkaline lake is home to the world's largest… read more
Bottom fishing is a type of fishing that requires little effort. Much of what is required for this activity is set-it-and-forget-it, aside from checking bait periodically. There are a few techniques that are tried and true, and the double d… read more
How reliable your hook and line are has a lot to do with the knot you use to tie them together. Poor knots can come undone in the water when a fish is aggressively fighting after being hooked. The palomar knot is one of the most common knot… read more
Stren braided fishing line is a superline that is used to pull fish through heavy weed cover without snapping. Braided lines such as these are renowned for their strength but also present problems for anglers, because the knots tied in them… read more
There are three relatively easy knots that anglers can learn to secure hooks to the end of a fishing line snugly. Knowing a variety of knots can allow a fisherman to tie her hook and not have to worry about the knot coming undone during the… read more
The Trilene knot is one of the strongest and most dependable knots an angler can employ to attach hooks, swivels and fishing lures to his line. The Trilene knot will become second nature with practice and will enable the fisherman to have c… read more
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