Braid Main Line to Leader
Steve Sanford
For anglers seeking a connection with a strength of 90 to 100 percent of the braided line’s breaking point, I suggest using either an improved Bristol knot with a Bimini twist, an FG knot, or a PR bobbin knot. Some knots can be easier to tie than others.
Braid Main Line to Terminal Gear
Steve Sanford
If you want to skip a leader and connect directly to a lure, hook, or swivel, the well-known Palomar knot is recommended for both ease and strength.
Mono to Hook or Swivel
Steve Sanford
Because monofilament is significantly more “sticky” than braid, several knots are quite effective, particularly the Palomar knot or the classic double clinch. When attaching to a lure, most experts prefer a loop knot, which allows for unobstructed movement.
Braid to Braid Splice
Steve Sanford
Why do this? Eventually, you may lose a lot of line and need to replace 50 or 100 yards. I have had success by tying a Bimini twist at each end, then joining them with a loop-to-loop knot wrapped around twice or three times.
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Braid to a Spool Arbor
Steve Sanford
Employ any of several arbor knots. Here’s a helpful tip, particularly for light braid. Use a small piece of masking tape to secure the arbor knot tightly to the spool, or it may slip and fail to tighten properly under the line.