Quick Tip 03

On this Quick Tip, Brian Chan demonstrates how to tie a non-slip loop knot. This knot allows your flies to pivot, especially useful when chironomid fishing - either hanging under an indicator, or on a wet line when your stripping them, providing a lot more action to the fly.

Comments

[Brad]

Hey Don,

When I watched this tip I couldn't help but notice the lake you guys were on. Is there a Summit Lake episode coming or is it an older episode that I missed? That train in the background taught me how to roll cast when I was a kid!

Brad

[Don Freschi]

Hi Brad,

Yes, you are correct...it is Summit Lake and we had a fantastic time while we were there. We filmed a few shows while fishing the lake and they are all going to be fun and educational. Just to give you a sneak preview; we show a new fishing and tying technique called the 'Balance Leech'...it was killer.

Thanks for watching and hope you enjoy the new series.

[Brian]

Hi Don

I like the way this knot lets the fly hang. I've never used a loop knot just because it seems to be larger and more visible than traditional knots, do you find that it's too visible to fish, particularly in clear water?

Thanks
Brian

[Don Freschi]

Hi Brian,

I use this knot for most of my fishing, with the exception of when I am tying on dry flies. This knot allows the fly to move naturally and I always use fluorocarbon tippet material, so the fish can't see it as well. We have caught plenty of fish using this knot in clear water lakes, so I really don't think it is too visible.

Thanks for watching.

[Doug M.]

This knot is stronger than most traditional knots and it really does increase your catch rate. It should be your first knot of choice when fishing anything below an indicator.

[Oggie]

Thanks for the vid of the non slip knot easy to follow on video compared to a drawing.

Thanks