elferoz777 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Hi guys I always used the allbright knot or whatever its called to go from braid to mono. i then tie a paternoster style loop on the end to hook my metal. makes things easier to change and has scored me tailor in the past. i want to do it properly so i can give the kings a first Crack this is summer. what does everyone else do? what works best? does anyone spin with straight mono ? how much mono do you trail after the braid? Thanks in advance and apologies for the silly questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lungfai76 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 People have started using the FG knot to go from braid to leader, there are a few easy ways to tying that knot so Google/YouTube it. I first tried to tie it on Wednesday and my first attempt wasn't so bad ?. As for the lure, I tie it direct to my leader with a loop knot making the loop as small as possible to avoid tangles in trebles when casting. But I'm starting to replace trebles with a single circle hook so my loops will be whatever size time permits. Both knots can be done in under 2 minutes so if circumstances force you to re rig you can be back in action in no time with the strongest braid to leader knot and an action packed loop knot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirvin21 Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 I use the Albright knot just make sure you pass the braid through the loop of leader twice at the beginning otherwise they tend to slip under pressure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big Neil Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Yep I'm with Lungfai. FG knot and a loop knot with lures. Much better knot for braid to leader, when using a baitcaster. If I'm tying light braid to leader, then I use a double uni knot. The FG is well worth spending a bit of time learning to tie...it's strong and low profile, too. BN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickmarlin62 Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 havnt tried fg yet ..I use Albright 12 turns down then 4 back up over top never had failure..leader length depends on what and where you are fishing for.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Another knot that is pretty to get the hang of is the bimini twist. It makes a loop, and then you can use a wind on leader to put on what ever leader you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdfishing Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 What about blood knot from braid to leader? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaddyT Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 5 minutes ago, gdfishing said: What about blood knot from braid to leader? It will slip- albright is fast and easy, FG is really good but takes a fair while to tie, in a hot bit I know what i go to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaddyT Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 On 08/11/2016 at 7:34 AM, antonywardle said: Another knot that is pretty to get the hang of is the bimini twist. It makes a loop, and then you can use a wind on leader to put on what ever leader you want. I'd watch that - braid will cut through if you are not careful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdfishing Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 24 minutes ago, PaddyT said: It will slip- albright is fast and easy, FG is really good but takes a fair while to tie, in a hot bit I know what i go to! I learned blood knot about 2 days ago. Now I've just learned albright knot. U can tell I'm still a noob in fishing . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adsy91 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 I use the "cheaters FG". It takes me maybe 3 minutes to do a really solid one that guaranteed won't slip (for land based kings) but you really REALLY need to make sure you make the thing is tight and compact as you can, if it has any slack in the meat of the knot- when you tie off your half hitches they will slide after 20-30 casts and you will not notice untill you catch a fish and "ping" goes your not. I have a great instructional vid. if anyone wants it lemme know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elferoz777 Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 32 minutes ago, Adsy91 said: I have a great instructional vid. if anyone wants it lemme know Yes please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adsy91 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 30 minutes ago, elferoz777 said: Yes please Here you go Watch them in the order I post them, the first gives you a run down on the most common mistake and the second is a full run through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Don't forget to check out the Animated Knots link here on fishraider Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest123456789 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Hi Elforoz, Here is a YouTube video I made for you to help tie the FG knot. Cheers, Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novicefisherman Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 (edited) Double uni knot for when there is a hot bite and no time to tie knots. For the lazy folk. I know the double uni is no good going through your guides. Just don't bring your knot through the guides. Uni knot to attach lure. Edited November 14, 2016 by Novicefisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymondo Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Practice, practice, practice. After tying hundreds of FG knots whilst watching tv , I can now tie them in under a minute on a rocking boat. Practice, practice, practice. It is by far the best knot for braid to leader. Always load test your knots before a fish finds the weakness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluefin Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Fg, Take the time and learn how to tie it. IT IS THE BEST BY FAR. It will be a lesson in patience !!! Howard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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