Fishing Knots

The Fishing Knots that we choose is the one factor that we have 100% control over, so it’s our duty to make sure that we are using the best knot for all or our fishing needs.

This category page shows a listing of various knots that we’ve analyzed.

If you want to see the full Ranking of these knots in terms of their strength and performance, then click on the link below:

https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/fishing-knots

Otherwise, below is a listing of the knot articles we have posted in sequential order.

How to Tie the Crazy Alberto Knot [Video & Step-by-Step]

Luke Simonds shows you how to tie the Crazy Alberto Knot with step-by-step pictures and a video tutorial using braided line and fluorocarbon leader.
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Knot Strength Test Results: Berkley Vanish vs. Seaguar Blue Label

Want to see which fluoro line is better for stronger knots? We test the Berkley Vanish and Seaguar Blue Label lines to see which has the strongest knots.
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How to Tie the Albright Special Knot [Step-by-Step & Video Tutorial]

See the best and strongest way to tie the Albright Special Knot, where it originates and what fishing situations you should use it for.
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How to Tie the King Sling Loop Knot (Video & Step-by-Step)

See how to tie the king sling loop knot, what type of fishing the king sling knot is best for and how to use it for braid and terminal tackle.
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How To Tie The Uni Knot With Braid & Fluoro [Free PDF Cheat Sheet]

Want to know how to tie the Uni Knot the quickest and easiest way possible? Then check out this UNI knot video and PDF (you'll see the strongest versions of the Uni knot for both braid and fluoro)
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The Best Fishing Knots Of All Time [Ranked Strongest To Weakest]

Want to know the best fishing knots for landing the fish of a lifetime? This post ranks the best knots for each connection so you to know which knot to use for each needed connection... and which knots to stay away from.
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When To Use A Loop Knot (And When You Must Avoid It)

Want to know exactly when to use a loop knot and when to go snug? Knowing when could be the difference between you getting a strike and losing a nice fish.
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Palomar Knot: How To Tie The Palomar Knot [Fluoro & Braid Adjustments]

The Palomar Knot is a very popular fishing knot. But the best way to tie this knot differs based on the line type that's used (braid vs. fluoro vs. mono)...
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How to Tie the Orvis Knot [Including Strength Test Results]

The Orvis knot won our most recent fishing knot contest for connecting a leader to a hook, swivel, or lure... this video shows the details you need.
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Spider Hitch Knot Review [Easiest Way To Tie & Strength Test]

This post will show you the fastest way to tie the popular Spider Hitch loop knot. And it also shows how its strength compares to other loop knots like the Bimini Twist, Surgeon, King Sling, etc.
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How To Tie The Surgeon’s Loop Knot On Braid [Strongest Method]

Wondering how to tie the Surgeon's Loop knot for with braid in addition to how it's strength compares to the other popular braid doubling options? You'll see that and more in this post (including a detailed "How to tie the Surgeon's Loop Knot" video.
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How To Tie A Snell Knot [And When You Should & Shouldn’t Use This Knot]

Do you want to see everything there is to know about the snell knot (including how to tie the knot, when to use it, when to avoid it, etc)? Then watch this.
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Double Davy Knot [Video Tutorial & Strength Test]

Wondering how strong the Double Davy Knot is? Or need directions on how to tie it? This post shows strength test results plus how to tie this popular knot.
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The Best Loop Knot For Fluorocarbon Leader To Lure or Hook [Knot Contest]

Do you want to know the strongest fishing loop knot for fluoro leader to lure? Then check out this knot contest (and videos) between four top loop knots.
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How To Tie A Dropper Loop Knot The Quick & Easy Way

Do you want to see the quickest and easiest way to tie a dropper loop knot so you never have to retie again? Then watch this video tutorial.
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