Basic Knots

These are most important.

J Knot for Joining and Splicing Line

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Jerry

Class Code:

204

You have completed Class 104 Basic Knots and now you can improve your knot tying ability. According to a recent article in Field & Stream who tested knots, the J Knot was found to have superior strength. Also, as additional assignment (below) the student can learn how to tie the Davy Knot. After completion of this course, the student will have a greater selectiion of knots in his or her arsnel.

trout fishing 4 top knots

Clinch knot:

The improved clinch knot is similar, though a little more complicated, than the clinch knot. It is somewhat stronger than the clinch knot, making it our preferred knot.

Top Five Knot Tying Tips

1. Lubricate your knots with water before pulling them tight. The major cause of knot failure is heat buiild up as a result of friction caused by pulling the knot tight.

2. Take care to properly seat the knot using a continuous steady pull making sure that the knot is not loose. Ensure that there a proper amount of line (tag) remaining after the line is trimmed. Cutting too close will result in a knot pulled loose or a nick in the knot itself.

Trout Fishing 5 Top Knots

Clinch Knot

Improved Clinck Knot

Blood Knot

Nail Knot

Arbor Knot

Refer to the TroutU Class 104 Basic Knots for a video tutorial on tying each type of knot.

Fly Fishing Lines, Backing, Leaders & Tippets.

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

202

The student will learn about fly line weights, color, buoyancy and taper. After completing this course the student will be equiped to select and assemble the line, backing, leaders, and tippets to the fly fishing rod and reel.

Basic Knots for Fishing lines and Fly Lines

Skill Level:

Beginner

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

104

This course will familiarize the student with the basic knots used in trout fishing. After the completion of this course, the student should know how to recognize the need for various knots; and have the ability to tie them. The importance of knots can not be over stressed and Class 203 will instruct the reader in assembling the entire fly line set up.