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A Palomar knot, used for securing a fishing line to the hook (which holds the bait), is strong and easy to tie. When done correctly, it will not loosen. It is useful with all kinds of light fishing lines and is one of the few knots suitable for use on braided line.[1]



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    Put the end of the fishing line through the round opening at the top of the fishing hook.
  2. Tie a Palomar Knot Step 2.jpg
    Loop that same end back through the same hole in the hook, but be sure not to pull it all the way back through so that you leave enough of a loop on the end to use in later steps.
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    Grab the loop from one side and the two pieces of line on the other side and lay the loop over the other two pieces, creating a hole as shown.
  4. Tie a Palomar Knot Step 4.jpg
    Wrap the loop around the other two pieces and put it through the hole that was created in the previous step. Do not tighten it yet.
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    Put the end of the hook through the loop and slide the loop up onto the line, just above the circle part of the hook.
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    Hold the free ends of the fishing line in one hand, the hook in the other, and pull on them in opposite directions to tighten the knot. Lick the knot to moisten the line to prevent friction and possible weakening of the knot when you pull it tight.
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    Separate the free ends of the fishing line and pull them in opposite directions to make sure the knot is pulled completely tight.
  8. Tie a Palomar Knot Step 8.jpg
    Trim the end of the line that is not connected to the pole or reel to about 3 mm (1/10") from the knot with scissors.

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  • Take precautions with the fishing hook because it is sharp!

Things You'll Need

  • Fishing line
  • Fishing hook
  • Scissors, sharp blade, or nail clippers

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Español: Cómo hacer el nudo palomar, Deutsch: Wie man einen Palomarknoten macht, Português: Como Fazer um Nó Palomar, Русский: завязать узел Паломар


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