To get a free downloadable PDF guide on how to tie this FG knot, just go to this post on our website: www.saltstrong.com/articles/fg-knot/

@Bobb1julie

6 жыл бұрын

Nicely presented & a great contrast with your background .. Bring on migration, I’m ready..Thank you !!

@miguelechevarria6320

6 жыл бұрын

Salt Strong FYI knot

@Baddmnkey1

6 жыл бұрын

Great explanation!

@vintagechristiantruth3219

6 жыл бұрын

My knot unravels at the top of the knot, where the braid hitch knots where tied. What should I do to prevent it from coming undone at the top of knot? Thank you

@2DaNub

5 жыл бұрын

@@vintagechristiantruth3219 what type and weights of line, are you using? If the leader line (fluoro or mono) is much thicker/heavier than the main line (braid), it is more difficult to get the knot to cinch down correctly, and the heavier mainline can slip out of the braid, causing the knot to come undone. Focus on tying better/tighter hitch knots and really cinch down the FG knot, by pulling on both main lines (as demonstrated in the video). This step is critical, and if not done properly, the knot may be compromised. Good luck!

Outstanding presentation...I'll be trying this tomorrow. Id like to comment on the fact that you guys have taken the time to respond too EVERY SINGLE QUESTION AND PROBLEMS folk are listing on the comments...Damn brother that's an amazing thing to see! It really shows that u are here to teach us. I want to let you know that its appreciated.......by myself and im sure every single person here. Thank you....tight lines from Texas!

Luke, thanks for posting this “how to” video! This knot is outstanding and I now use it exclusively for tying mono to braid.

What kind of person would give this video a thumbs down? This is a game changer! Thank you for sharing this. Braid to Flouro has always been a tedious process. this is as simple as falling out of a boat!

This method is outstanding. I was looking for a method of light lines and leaders. I watched the video, tied 6 knots ,and went fishing. No problems at all. Tied one out on the water, no problems. Love it!

I can tie an FG knot very well, after practice, practice, practice! As well as watching this video about 20 time over the past week! Excellent job explaining how to tie a great knot. Thanks SS

Thank you @Salt Strong! I realize this video is over 4.5 years old, but it's a great demo none the less. I'm primarily a bass fisherman, but I have converted from the double uni after watching your stuff. Thanks again for all you contributions to the sport. Take care.

This is my go to tutorial for the FG knot. You guys did what so many other videos failed to do. You actually made sure the viewer could actually see what you were doing. Excellent Job! You have broken my fear of using braid.

wow that's the best knot ever and ty for sharing !! I'll be using it this spring from braid to flouro with my size 4 micro spinning guides

Nice explanation of the FG knot.

@jonnywaselectric

7 жыл бұрын

hey its Andy

@herthavanbeurden2866

4 жыл бұрын

Even Andy thinks so. Awesome!

Absolutely brilliant. I've been using this knot for a couple of years but this is by far the best way I've seen to tie it. Huge thanks for a great demo.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Peter Finnis Hey Peter, thanks for making time to leave such a nice comment! We're thrilled to see that you enjoyed the demo, and we hope you decided to join our weekly email newsletter to get tips like this sent directly to your Inbox - www.saltstrong.com.

OK, that is just bad ass!!! I was instantly reminded of the Chinese finger traps I used to play with as a kid. This clearly works on exactly the same principle. Whoever thought this up is a freaking Genius!!!

I love the way this knot goes through the guides on my spinning reel. Plus it has not failed yet. Used for 2 years

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and we are glad it is a great knot for you!

thanks for the tutorial, after a little practice I learned this knot! it helped me land a great largemouth for my area at 5lb 6oz. it also helped me place 2nd in the tourney and win the big bass trophy. thanks again.

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the big bass trophy Hunter! Glad to see that the FG knot played a part in the catch. Keep up the great work!

Thank you for this great tutorial! Fantastic knot. I have tried this knot on Spiderwire and J BRAID with 40lb Seaguar FXR fluoro and it works perfectly. It is going through the guides so much better than 2x uni or any other knot I have tried so far.

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome news! Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment on this FG knot video. Fish On!

@arturoalvirdeiii3086

4 жыл бұрын

Hey man do you use this knot instead of using a swivel?

@rileymcgill9893

4 жыл бұрын

@@arturoalvirdeiii3086 yes a swivel will not go through your eyes. You have to use this knot or one comparable if u want your line/ leader to travel through the eyes properly. I personally use a swivel for a fluke or a trick worm sometimes (carolina rig uses a swivel also). Going braid to fluro...But the swivel connected to my leader would only be about 12-15 inches long and not go through my eyes. I like the swivel for that purpose because flukes dont twist the line and the swivel almost looks like a baitfish behind it. But using this knot gives you the ability to use braid for finesse purposes. You get the strength of braid with invisibility of flurocarbon. It's a game changer for bass fishing

After watching several how to FG knot videos, this was by far the most clear & easy to follow. Thanks much!

Holy cow. How he's changed in 9 years

@Saltstrong

3 ай бұрын

Haha!

My god this knot is amazing and so easy to tie.Thank you for showing this knot it is really appreciated

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Jared Dixon Hey Jared, thanks so much for leaving the nice comment. We're thrilled to see that you enjoyed this FG knot video. Please keep us posted to your results using this great knot... Fish On!

Adrian Sabga Great question! Although I have not yet used the FG for a really big/strong fish like a marlin, I believe that the risk of the leader getting cut due to the braid's compression is low. The reason I say this is because the compression zone is spread across the entire length of the knot (which is a much longer and more evenly spread than most other knots). When going after big game, it may be wise to use more wraps to spend the load across an even greater area. Please keep us posted to your results in marlin fishing with the FG knot. Fish On!

@ianmacara3460

9 жыл бұрын

Salt Strong Yep, FG knots work fine on marlin. I got a large striped marlin near Bermagui, Australia, this (southern) summer.Over 100kg, and the fight took 1 hour and 48 minutes. With a 150lb wind on mono leader joined to 60lb braid via the FG knot. After landing the fish the FG knot was in perfect health. I left it in place ready for the next marlin.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

***** Congrats on your big marlin catch, Ian! Thanks so much for letting us know that the FG knot help up so well on the heavy gear. Fish On!

@tuckerwood9197

9 жыл бұрын

Do you no why the fg knot is called the fg knot

@ahmeddhalech1127

8 жыл бұрын

+Tucker Wood cos it's a F@&#ing Good knot

@charlesdixon160

8 жыл бұрын

I use the fg knot on kingfish here in New Zealand...lb for lb some of the most powerful fish out there and the knot is flawless when tied properly

I finally understand how to tie it. Thanks! I've been using uni to uni so far for this and a uni knot at the swivel. Just found this channel and your website and I'm in the process of going through all the stuff. Very helpful!

I seen this how to vid a couple years ago now and never really got around to leaving a comment. All i can say is this way of tying the FG is so easy and the knot is very strong. Definitely worth taking the time to learn the FG. I've never looked back. Thx mate

@Saltstrong

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment on this video Graham! We are thrilled to see that you are enjoying this method of tying the FG knot.

Pretty cool knot!!! I've been using a uni x uni for years, but I think I just found a new knot!!! I've heard about this knot, but never have seen it. Awesome!!!

@kennyconnolly9648

9 жыл бұрын

Me too!!

@kennyconnolly9648

9 жыл бұрын

Blair when you coming to tampa?

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Hey Blair, thanks so much for leaving such a nice comment. We're absolutely thrilled to see that you enjoyed this video about the FG knot. Keep up the great work... we're huge fans of your Addictive Fishing show!!!

@2013brzsubaru

9 жыл бұрын

Salt Strong pretty cool that blair posted :O) love Addictive Fishing! .. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada and go to florida every may and learning and love to fish for snook, these videos are very helpful.. subscribed!

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

2013brzsubaru Yes, we're excited and grateful that Blair, you, and so many others have made time to leave comments on this video... we certainly did not expect such awesome feedback! How cool that you come on down to FL so often. We hope you catch some big ones this May. Fish On!

First outing with this knot, I landed my pb, hard-fighting hybrid striper. The knot proved its strength...and apparently brought me a little luck.

I used this knot for several years offshore with absolutely no break offs at the knot. Your method is much simpler and I like it. It's much faster too!

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment Dannie! Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot video.

ive just watched your video on how to do the FG knot and ive tried many other knots from small braid to small mono lines and this knot is superior to the rest. Thank you very much for posting this knot for all of us to learn.

This knot is great for my baitcaster rod which has microguides. Knot slides through much better then double uni

@oceanwaves83

4 жыл бұрын

@Larry Bulthouse because you usually need a long leader.

@AlphaSlothins

4 жыл бұрын

Larry Bulthouse Shock leader.. so the guides don’t put a fray in your braid if your casting out heavy leads or lures

ok Aloha SaltStrong, Well i had rigged my 9' Ugly Stick with 10 lb Mono main line, FG knot connecting 25 Mono main line. well i just went out for a little fishing trip and I caught an O'io aka Bone Fish around 7 to 8 lbs, (they fight really hard though feels more than they weigh) i mean this guy took out some line i would say about a good 50 to 60 yards easy, that FG Knot held and actually made my line even stronger. Thank you Very Much for this great Video. I will post on your website. again thank you very much.

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome report! Glad to see that you caught a nice bonefish while using the FG knot. Keep up the great catching!

@andrewbatino190

5 жыл бұрын

Mono to mono work good?

Thank you for the concise video! I used this to tie FG knots for the first time last year, and just tied the first 2 of this year's season. I like using braid, yet wanted a flouro leader. This fit the bill!

Brilliant I have used an albright knot for 34 yrs, until now. I tested the strength of this knot with scales. Its 100% . Thank you.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Hey Matthew, thanks for the comment. Yes, this knot is very strong. I tested the 10 lb braid connection to 30 lb fluorocarbon leader with this knot on a scale, and the breaking range was from 20 to 23 lbs... so it technically proved to be a 200% knot if measuring from the rating of the 10 lb braided line. Regardless of %, it beat the others in our head-to-head match ups of the most popular line to line knots.

First time i tried it pulled right out when cinching it down. The second time it held. I did drop a bit of superglue on the knot.

@jesusisalive3227

5 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about a couple drops of super glue myself.

@ezmover346

3 жыл бұрын

Strange. My understanding has always been that super glue is a poor adhesive for polyethylene polymers. I believe that most all braided fishing lines are Polyethylene.

@mitchgarcia4591

2 жыл бұрын

When done right, you definitely don't need super glue, this knot is very strong

Nice! I still prefer the double uni knot though. Its sufficient and 10 times easier to tie.

@charlesdixon160

8 жыл бұрын

Nowhere near is strong though mate. I used to tie double Uni knots before learning the fg. No comparison

@Jedhaase

8 жыл бұрын

The FG knot is definitely way better when it comes to the strength and thinness, but I still use the double uni because its still very strong and sufficient, but mainly its way easier to tie and not mess up, especially when you're using 10lb braid and 10lb leader.

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

+Jedhaase If you're looking for a quick knot that is also very strong, I recommend giving the Surgeon's knot a try... it proved to be stronger than the double uni in my testing, and it's one of the fastest/easiest knots to tie. Here's a link to a knot test I did on the surgeon's knot that made me start using it in place of the double uni: www.saltstrong.com/articles/surgeons-knot/

@Jedhaase

8 жыл бұрын

Salt Strong Thanks, I actually think I'm going to start using that knot now

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

+Jedhaase Cool. The double uni is still of course a good choice... but this surgeon's knot shocked me with how strong it is while being such a simple and easy knot.

Just tied this knot for the first time! Actually pretty easy! Can’t wait to go try it out 😎 Thanks SaltStrong!!

This explanation of the FG knot is by far the best and distinctive video for tying this knot. Great job of explaining. All other ways are gimmicks and crazy finger gymnastics! Thank you

You say its the strongest knot out there. Which other knots did you test it against?

it doesnt work too well with lighter line does it? I tried it 5 times with 6lb braid to 6lb flouro. tested out the knot today with jig head on log and it gave in. the flouro totally slipping out from the brauded coils

@RetireThinkTank

8 жыл бұрын

+Sean Chang I don't know why it wouldn't work with light braid, so my guess is that the diameter of that light mono is too close to that of the braid... the braid must be much smaller in order to dig groves into the outer layer of the mono. I always use a leader that is at least 2x the rated strength of my leader (ex. - 10 lb braid to 20 lb leader). Also, I've heard from several people that it doesn't work well with some of the super slick braided lines (I always use Powerpro). Hopefully that helps... Fish On!

@seanycha

8 жыл бұрын

Yur probly right on that. I use suffix advanced 832 6lb braid and it might just be that it slips through too easy with this kind of braid. I use 6 to 8lb flouro with this braid

@user-zc8sd8jx8s

7 жыл бұрын

it works for me with thin lines, so it should for you. BUT you have to tie it really carefully, those light lines don't forgive mistakes. you will need at least 30-35 wraps (of each end of the braid), you will need to ensure that they stay tight and compact and you will need to lock the coils with something more reliable than a half-hitch, for example, a few uni knots. I find the method of tying it with relaxed braid and tightening the coils after every 3-5 wraps easier in this case. in addition, it's preferable not to let the knot go through the guides when casting or retrieving. I have found it to be losing its strength pretty quickly if that happens.

@RossFelling

7 жыл бұрын

Sean Chang I have the same problem and just commented about it.

@nengher2205

6 жыл бұрын

not true, i use it for 4lb mono line to 10 lb braid

Absolutely the best floro to braid knot and if you're using a long leader, the FG knot goes thru your guides easily... Been using the FG knot for a few years now...

Thanks to your video I can finally tie an FG with ease!

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Glad we could help! Thanks for the support!

QUICKEST?? Wow, that's still a lot of work.

I'm a brand NEWBIE to using braid and this morning my doubled double uni connection between 10 lb.braid and 15 lb. fluorocarbon leader failed when I snagged a jig and when attempting to yank it free I broke loose. Upon reeling in I found the nice twists of braid less all of the fluorocarbon which apparently pulled loose. I retested my other rod and that knot is holding firm with a 15 lb. braid to 20 lb. mono connection. That's how I came upon this video and I found it to be straightforward and easy to follow and understand HOWEVER I had difficulty with the teeth vise for tension AND SUBSTITUTED the tooth hold technique with my shirt button. I simply wrapped my buttoned up shirt button with a few wraps of the braid from my rod, I then followed all of these directions and the result seems to be seriously thin and as strong as I wished to pull on without cutting myself. I found it to be easier to manipulate the line when it was not so close to my face. Wrap your button and see for your self.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Great idea! Thanks for sharing the FG knot tension trick.

This knot is exactly what i was looking for thanks guys.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Hey Juan, thanks so much for leaving a nice comment. We're thrilled that you enjoyed this video on the FG knot. We hope you catch some monster fish while using this knot in your system very soon. Fish On!

Why is it my knot is running up the braid, instead of down the leader like yours?

@10wizzle

5 жыл бұрын

Lil Benny this happens to me also, have you figured out why? Help!

I'm definitely back to this method of tying the FG knot. This method (imho) has the tightest packed wraps and least margin of error of the many methods of FG knots being demonstrated for use today. Proven to me to be the most optimum way of obtaining the best results when strong fish challenge this casting knot. Thanks !!!!! BOL to Ya....

I’ve tried this know over and over , seen 20 videos and never could get a good one . This helped tremendously, I watched 3 times then just went and did this know on 4 set ups I have ! Ty

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

So glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot tutorial! Here's a link to our master knot list where they are ranked on strength for the various connections and line types in case you haven't yet seen it: www.saltstrong.com/articles/fishing-knots/

ive been using a uni-uni for almost 18 years....switched to this knot 2 years ago and its by far my favorite especially for long leaders you run through guides, cant beat it.

@Saltstrong

6 жыл бұрын

I made the switch from the uni-uni to the FG as well and have been very pleased with the added strength and smaller profile.

The absolute best demonstration and technique I have seen to tie the FG knot. I love this knot because it is strong and small, but I have struggled to use it because it is difficult to tie. Well no more....with your technique it is super easy. Thanks so much!

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

ncmedic45 Thanks so much for making time to leave a comment! We're thrilled to see that you enjoyed this FG knot video, and we hope to hear from you again soon. Fish On!

This is the best knot ever!! My new bass rod has micro guides and I'm running 50lb braid to a 15lb mono leader. The Uni not was to big for the rod guides so I tried this FG knot and wow as long as you tie it correctly and with a brain that's not slick like spyderwire or fireline. Standard power pro is best with this knot. You can put 100% in this knot. I never had that much trust in my line splices before. Plus this knot looks great! I would say there is no such thing as to many wraps but I would say 20-30 would be more than enough for any gamefish. Even saltwater

Not sure who didn't like this? I've tied it a dozen times now and it will NEVER break. Thanks!!

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to write the nice comment. Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot video. Tight Lines!

Love your method of weaving using the leader while keeping tension on the braid! Other online methods do not keep constant tension which makes it difficult to achieve a really tight knot.

after some double uni knot fails on a recent fishing trip, a friend suggested i look up this knot. thanks for posting this video! I'll be using this knot in the future

This is a GREAT knot! Thanks so much for the lesson! I have been using this & have yet to lose a fish due to Leader/Braid break! I was using a double UNI but this is smoother & stronger hands down

I bought some braid yesterday I am new to sea fishing and I wanted the best knot to join my 60lb leader to my 30lb braid.I tried a double uni not first and started casting but the knot rattled the rod eyes so I Googled the best knot and saw yours.I have tied the FG knot today and went fishing this morning to try it out.Its a brilliant knot..went through the rings very smooth. I got the hook snagged and the rod was really bending the hook would not free itself. I really started pulling so as the free the hook and thought the knot would break..guess what it didn't I was amazed how strong that knot is and the hook snapped. Thanks for the ex video very easy to tie this knot the way you show it. I will not be afraid to use this knot ever ..knowing how strong it is . Thank again best regards James.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Hey James, thanks so much for sharing your great story with the community! We're thrilled to see that you're enjoying the FG knot. How cool that your hook snapped when trying to free your hook from the snag. We hope to hear from you again soon. Fish On!

I used this video to learn the FG knot about 7 years ago. I used to have to come back to watch it about 10 times but now it's locked in my knot memory bank!! Perfectly explained. I always point other anglers to this vid! Thanks.

@MatthewHarvey

11 ай бұрын

The only way I would improve this is to use a knot puller tool when tightening down the knot! If you are using heavy line (where the FG comes into its own) you will not be able to break the lines no matter how hard you pull.

@Saltstrong

11 ай бұрын

That is awesome! Glad it has been a good resource for you. And thanks for the feedback!

I have just seen the easiest and quickest way to tie the FG. Great explanation Thank you. I noticed in the comments that people were talking about light line classes slipping off the leader. Any knot will give out if not tied properly. I also use a Slim Beauty Knot with 6lb Suffix line and 4lb fluorocarbon and have never had this knot fail even while catching 6kg Snapper offshore. One test of a good knot is that it can successfully be tied while in a rocking boat out at sea. Practice at home a half a dozen times on any new knot until you are confident that it is tied correctly that way you won't lose that fish of a lifetime.

Great looking knot, I can't wait to use it on my braid to mono rigs... thanks a bunch for the detailed explanation of this know.

Thanks for demonstrating this knot. After I watched it the second time, it just clicked and now I'm tying it like a pro. Seeing it done this way made it easy!

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Duke Bevard My pleasure, Duke. Thanks for leaving the nice comment. I'm glad to see that you're tying the FG knot like a pro now. I hope you catch some huge fish while using it very soon. Fish On!

I appreciate you doing this video so much. I've just started LRF and spinning in general. The only thing stopping me fishing over the past two weeks was getting a braid to leader tied. Thank you, Sir.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

+king5ley Our pleasure! We recently added links to our other most popular knot contests at the bottom of our article about this FG knot... here's a link if you haven't yet seen it on our website: www.saltstrong.com/articles/fg-knot/

Thank you for a great simplified method of tying this complex knot. I destructive tested my rig (80 Spectra to 100 mono) a couple of times and found that it always failed at the FG knot. I found that by heating up the end of the mono with a lighter after knot was tied and creating a small ball at end of the leader as close as possible to the finishing wraps prevents the loops from sliding over under an extreme load. I also left a small tail with a figure eight knot at the end of the braid. Destructively retesting my rig the knot held and the figure eight at end of braid was sucked in tight into the knot. The rig failed at the #8 split ring which pulled apart, however the knot held. Maybe a wee bit bumpier entering rod but noticeably stronger.

Thanks for the video, I use the FG knot on all my liter now, tight lines brother

I’ve been using this knot for a few years and dread tying it on the boat when needed. This particular way of tying it is so much easier and faster with no worries if it was done correctly. Thanks for sharing!

@Saltstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Very glad to see that you're enjoying the FG knot video!

Blair, I'vebeen using this FG Knot since last year and it's fantastic; Haven't had any failures or slippage what-so-ever. Also your fishing show and videos are way cool and maybe someday I'll get the chance to come down from Virgina and get the chance to fish with you it would be a dream come true for me... Luke, as always another cool training video as are the others. Keep it up DUDE!

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Going to start practicing this know and give it a test run.

Best FG knot tutorial, Thanks!

I am teaching myself to fish with lure so I needed a knot I could tie braid to mono- this is the knot I now use. Little tricky to start with but now I have down. Instead of putting the braid in my mouth to get tension I put my rod somewhere like a set of shelves or a tree if I'm out fishing, and I have a small glass herb jar that I put the braid into and secure the lid, the weight of the jar gives the tension. I will even put the jar inside my shorts leg to stop it from moving. I find the the easiest way to do it, now the knot takes me about a minute to tie. With the small tag end I put a tiny bit of super glue to keep it down flat. Great knot- now I just have to practice practice. Still yet to catch a fish on a lure!!

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

+drop kick I'm glad to see that you're enjoying the FG knot. If you're targeting redfish, snook, or trout with artificials, then be sure to read this post because it explains the 3 breakthroughs that I had when switching from live bait to artificial only: www.saltstrong.com/articles/how-to-catch-redfish-snook-trout/

best example of the fg knot that ive seen. thanks alot, makes tying this knot really easy.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Hey Lindy, thanks so much for leaving such a nice comment. We're glad that you enjoyed this FG knot video and we hope to hear from you again soon. Fish On!

Have seen and practiced various ways of tying this knot. IMHO this manner demonstrated here is by far the simplest and best way possible. Thanks for the demo...

@Saltstrong

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words John! Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot tutorial. Fish On!

The ft knot is superb. I was just thinking of a knot that the floro is on top of the braid since it's a lot more abrasion resistant. Thanks for commenting back I'll play around with it hopefully not at the expense of my spoolteks.

Best FG KNOT video so far !

Outstanding. This is the first one that has worked for me using light line. It worked great here in my recliner now can I do it on the water.

I really appreciate your tests of lines, leaders, and knots. Thanks. I thought I was the only one who appreciated the Orvis Knot...been using it for a decade or more. I do wonder, however, if water/moisture has any bearing on your knot comparison tests. It seems to me that it could. Your videos have me using the FG knot. going out tomorrow again, second test, we'll see. I'll keep watching and thanks again.

Thanks for the video! Good explanation. I've been looking for a knot exactly like this one for using heavy leaders for tarpon that will go through the guides smoothly. I just tried the know through the guides- looks great so far.

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment on this FG Knot video. I hope you enjoy using this strong knot as much as we do. Tight Lines!

I do a lot of LBSF an I have always had problems with attaching braid to mono. This is by far one of the best knots I've seen. I am going to try this this season. Thanks for the awesome video

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment. Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot tutorial video. Tight Lines!

Cool! Much simpler than wrapping the braid around the fluro! Thanks!

Excellent how to video for this knot, made it very easy to tie my first and nailed it on the first try! Thanks for the tips!

I have always used a double uni, literally because I could never understand the fg knot until this video..thanks so much mate !! It's actually really simple lol

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

For what it's worth, I have found this technique the best way for me to tie this knot, as I am always tying smaller diameter line. All the "no tension" techniques may work for larger diameter lines, but not so much for the smaller diameter. I have modified the technique somewhat to better suit me, as I have a hard time seeing what I am doing when I put the main line between my teeth. Instead, I put the butt of the rod between my legs and and sit on the handle, with the rod tip pointed straight away. I tie the tag end of the main line to a carabiner or other such mechanism that I can hook to my belt loop. This puts my hands in a more natural position to lay down the wraps and I can see what I'm doing. After laying down the wraps, I hold the knot between my fingers in one hand, while with the other, I take my scissors(which I have within reach) and snip the braid at the carabiner to release the tension on the line. Then I proceed to tie my 1/2 hitches and finish the knot. The first time I tried this way, I could not believe how fast the process went. One critical point to keep in mind--every time you wrap the leader line over the main line, be sure to pull it out straight and snug before you proceed to the next wrap. Without that attention to detail, the leader line can, and probably will, pull out of the knot when you go to tighten the knot. Tight lines!

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment Marty! That sounds like an effective way to tie the FG knot.

Your videos are fantastic!! I was thinking of switching to braid for northern pike, but have never had to tie my own leader before. Super clear instruction and demo - thank you so much!

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

GoodRedBlackRatio Thanks so much for making time to leave such a nice comment! We are thrilled to see that you enjoyed this video, and we hope to hear about some big pike catches while using the FG knot from you soon... Fish On!

Really like all your videos. helps out this old retired guy, need all the money for gas, launch fees, suntan lotion.Thanks guys. This really helps

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment. Make sure to subscribe to our website because we post all of our top money saving fishing tips there and we'll include you in our weekly email newsletter for saltwater anglers: www.saltstrong.com/

best way I have seen to tie the FG knot, Thanks for sharing and teaching!!

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Thank you for making time to leave the nice comment. Tight Lines!

Wanting to try running braid/flouro combo on one of my spinning setups... and this video is exactly what I needed... the easiest way I've seen to tie this beast of a knot. Cheers man. Thank you much

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making time to leave the nice comment on this FG knot video! I'm glad to see that it was helpful to you. Hope you catch some monsters while using it soon. Tight Lines!

By far the easiest video I have seen.

@Saltstrong

2 жыл бұрын

💪💪💪We appreciate the support!

Loved this knot, saw the video a while back and gave it a try easy to tie and performs perfectly. Thanks

Great knot, I practiced tying this knot in the garage and I can now tie this knot on a rocking boat..!

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

We're glad to see that you're enjoying the FG knot. Yes, with some practice, it can be tied in a rocking boat and even in the dark. Fish On!

I have watched many people teach the tying of this knot and by far your video version is the BEST, simple and effective wat to tie this FG on a boat, on shore, heck anywhere... Fantastic job - Oh I've switched over to this knot and yes it is strong hasn't failed me yet! Thanks a bunch...

@Saltstrong

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment David. Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot tutorial. Fish On!

Thanks for clearing up the cinch knot. I have it now. This week i am going to give this knot a try. Big blues are in my area. Thanks again.

@sergeyivanovish85

4 жыл бұрын

how did that go?

I, too have been using uni knots. I'm going to practice this one and try it out!

I have been looking for a good braid to mono knot for ages, this takes the cake! Props to you man, very clearly explained and good close up camera work too. Great vid.

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

+sosomasocoma Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment. We hope you catch some great fish while using the FG knot soon!

Best demo for tying FG Knot...simple and easy to follow. Thanks

2.6 million views is insane for a knot demo. But it IS the best knot demo I've ever seen✨

@Saltstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making time to leave the nice comment!!! Had I known it was going to get that many views, I would have spent more time practicing... this was my first time being solo in front of a camera like that for a lesson, so I was very nervous.

Y'all have the most informative and well described fishing videos on KZread. SaltStrong is my "go-to" channel when looking for anything fishing.

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Clint! This channel is just a supplement to our website, so I highly recommend spending some time on it if you haven't already done so. For example, this Fishing Tips page shows all of our tips with links at the bottom to filter them by categories of interest: www.saltstrong.com/fishing-tips/.

Thanks for sharing this, was using uni-uni knot and it does catch on the rod tip then used the Albright but this looks even easier to tie and it more compact since the leader is a single line not doubled.

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure, Mark. Thanks for the nice comment. Yes, I agree that the FG Knot is easier to tie and was pleased (and shocked) to see that it even has a higher breaking strength than the Uni and Albright knots.

I like the surgeon for loop knot, line-line, dropper rig, and for connecting a heavy leader to a light main line. Tight lines ✌️

@Saltstrong

8 жыл бұрын

+Jesse Knight Yes, the surgeon's knot is a very strong knot so good choice. I tested it out against the FG knot and it held much better than others I tested, but the FG tested out to be stronger for braid to fluoro.

i just sent an email to you guy ! i found the video i was asking if there was a video for the fg knot ! i found it you boys are awesome thanks danny

Absolutely hands down, this is the best video on tying the FG knot that I've seen. Thank you.

@Saltstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks David!!!

Thank You! Love this knot. I appreciate the way you take the time to make a step by step easy to understand video. You Guys are Great.

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment Eric! Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot video. Tight Lines!

I've used uni to uni forever.. and fishing for Snook and Reds in Fla and using some larger leader when I have to was hard on the rod eyes when casting. This looks really promising and shared on my FB wall. Thanks!

@Saltstrong

9 жыл бұрын

Jesse Elliott Hey Jesse, thanks so much for leaving the nice comment here and for sharing this FG knot video with your FB connections! Yes, I used to use the uni to uni as well and was completely shocked when I found how strong this thin FG knot was. I hope you catch some huge fish while using it soon... Fish On!

THANK YOU!!! I would never tie this knot because it was so time consuming, after watching this I have been tying it more often and absolutely love it!! Again, thank you!

@Saltstrong

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment Rob! Glad to see that you're enjoying this quick method of tying the FG knot. Tight Lines!

Thanks for the vid brother. Wasn't as hard as I thought it was. Will definitely change from 20lb to 10lb tomorrow!

Going to Portsmouth island this weekend. I can’t wait to try this knot out!

Great method man! I've been avoiding learning this knot as it seemed way too complicated... Watched this twice, made a cup of tea, sat down and tied it, nailed it and my tea is still hot! Thanks for sharing legend!

@Saltstrong

6 жыл бұрын

Glad to see that you enjoyed this FG knot tutorial video! Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment. Fish On!

Big thanks! Awesome. Ill be using this from now on when adding a leader.