Knot
Palomar Knot
Strongest knot for tying line to hooks and jigs
beginner98% line strength5 steps
When to use it
Best choice when fishing braided line on the pier. Nearly 100% line strength when tied correctly.
Step by step
Tying the palomar knot
Wet the knot before the final pull. Friction from a dry cinch is what breaks most line.
Double about 6 inches of line and pass the loop through the hook eye.
Tie a simple overhand knot with the doubled line, leaving the hook hanging below.
Pass the hook through the loop of doubled line.
Moisten and pull both the standing line and tag end to tighten.
Trim the tag end.
Tips
- Make sure the loop passes completely over the hook or lure.
- This is the strongest knot for braided line.
- Keep the overhand knot loose until you pass the hook through the loop.
Practice this one at home with a scrap of line before you need it in the wind. More knots are in the knot guide.