SECRET OF THE FG KNOT

The FG Knot is one of the hardest knots to tie in all of fishing. However, it is the smallest, strongest, and best knot for connecting a smaller diameter braid and fluorocarbon. Other knots will hold but are just not as strong and smooth through the guides. Listen for the secret and implement into your knot.

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[mikestephenson]

Excellent job at explaining the FG knot. I sure hope you win a tour tournament soon. You deserve it more than anyone you compete against. I have been keeping up with your tournament results for quite a while and you will win. Don’t give up.

[randyroling]

thanks for actually using real word line . I tried your method and personalty had trouble with holding the line in my mouth, used the tie to real method and wa la game changer hands down the neatest FG knot i ever tied. your tips are the best I've seen . just as a side note tying a much larger line is like ting rope small line takes fineness its not easy for us older guys. Thanks again.

[hunterweikle]

Hi John it's trevin thank you for your help I will show it my dad.!!!

[ikashibimauler]

FG really changed my fishing. Perfecting this knot made my setups so freaking strong, I can drop line class and still have way more strength than I used to. Its totally wild. I also routinely run very long leaders since it flies through the guides.

[jakef]

I'm trying like heck to learn this knot so I can try to use it. Thanks John!

[arnoldcappal]

I saw a guy using FG Knot and I told to myself this one is a serious heck of an angler.

[AZ-gshj]

Best knot ever. Used to be a double uni guy for over 2 years. I had times where It would snap right at the knot. I learned the fg knot and when I get snagged, the knot never breaks! It will snap at the line. I do a method where I tie my main braid to my reel to create tension,

[taylormarcel]

YES I told you I’ve been READY for this dude 💪 love you bro

[jeffniebanck]

been using it but will pay attention to those first few. thanks!👍

[codycregger]

This is a great knot and I swear I’m not saying this to start a conflict or anything but I’ve never had a fish break a uni knot, I always use the uni knot for mono or floro leaders. Love all your videos and knowledge though. Just ordered 8 cashion rods can’t wait to get them in my hands!!

[mattsnookman]

Just for the record...I've been using the fg knot over a yr now, YOU DO NOT need the tension to tie this knot. But for some reason everyone on YouTube says you do. I hold the leader amd main line in my thumb and its perfect. No tension needed

[suek]

Half hitches will unravel. Use a hitchless risutto finish.

[upstatenybassmaster]

Been doing it all year now haven't had one fail. Tension is the key getting the wraps started is key also. I use braid to flouro on my spinning and casting setups everything but my topwater

[smbonna]

Dude I bought the knot assist 2.0 and never looked back. For everyone saying it is too hard to tie, it is super easy with the tool. You can tie it anywhere, no problem.
Also I cut my braid tag short and dab some gel superglue on it and spread it with a wet finger. Keeps the braid from fraying when going through your guides.

[youtooyoutoo]

I like the tip about setting the initial wrap pair. And rather than use my teeth, I control the tension in the braid, by wrapping a hitch around my right (in this video) little finger. Easier on my eyes, neck, & shoulders, & on heavy water, I can brace my forearms against my thighs or chair arm for better stability & control.

[shimenfishingadventureride]

FG knot serves me right. I haven't lost any fish up to 12 kgs in my jigging experience using this. Only once, but it did not slip, the mainline (40lbs braid) broke fighting a shark that took my Ruby Snapper as breakfast.

[teetimeaz]

I like to complete my overhand knots past the fluorocarbon end that is cut. I leave a little more fluorocarbon than you did. This minimizes any snag during the retrieve.

[shelbyz]

Thanks for this video. I tried tying this knot about half a dozen times using other videos and the knot failed each time. First time following along here I got it!

[fishncoach]

If you run the flouro up through your left hand coming in at your pinky and out at your index finger you don't have to hold tension with the spool... And that way when you are pinching the knot between your index and thumb you can release pressure, making it much easier to tie while on a boat...the tension doesn't have to be held from start to finish... I also like to run it a good ways before pulling too tight.. That way the pressure is spread through more of the knot and the end coils don't have all the tension and bite, therefore cutting your leader

[theschraeg]

I had two fail on me today. But I’m gonna try the initial lock that’s u use. Hopefully this is the answer haha. I’m using 30 lb power pro and 12 lb assassin