knot keeps slipping

lespavey · #1 07-04-2003, 02:39 AM

when tying a uni knot to a HB lure i have found that the knot always slips because i am tying it an inch or so above the towing point which supposively allows for a better action. Am i doing something wrong ?

jimi · #2 07-04-2003, 02:56 AM

That's pretty much to be expected when using a uni knot for a loop knot. You can use them for this, but they need to be done up really tight to avoid slippage. They will probably still slip when you catch a fish anyway.

The best bet is to use a knot like a lefties loop knot (that's what I use) or a perfection loop to tie your lure on. These are designed to form a loop that stays open and are still very strong knots.

People say the perfection loop is stronger, but I've never broken either without a lot of effort so choose whichever one looks easiest to tie.

Cheers
James.

#3 07-04-2003, 03:09 AM

Where can we find a pic of the perfection loop?

Dave

jimi · #4 07-04-2003, 03:13 AM

Try http://www.killroys.com/knots/perfecti.htm

Cheers

James

(Remember GIYF - google is your friend )

F.B. · #5 07-04-2003, 03:30 AM

so far i havent had a problem with the uni knot. i add 2 or 3 more turns than usual though. the only annoying part is the loop just slides dow wen you get a fish.
hope that helps

lespavey · #6 07-04-2003, 03:44 AM

thanks guys.. will give the other knots a go.

beefaman · #7 07-04-2003, 08:48 AM

I just use the perfection loop
Easy to tie and strong and reliable

pw-bream · #8 07-04-2003, 05:06 PM

I thought I was using the Perfection Loop, I was tieing it from memory, I checked in a book and found I was doing it wrong, turns out what I was using was more like "Lefty's Loop Knot".

This is a simpler knot than the Perfection Loop and easier to tie.
Rod Harrison thinks it is the best loop knot for lures.

http://www.harro.com.au/jn/journal.c...r=howto&next=4

It is what I use now and it is easy to do and doesn't seem to have any inherent problems.

Richo · #9 07-04-2003, 08:09 PM

Id have to say lefties loop as well, it was showed to me in Albany by Paul Vogel and hasn`t let me down since. Very strong knot.

cheers

Craig_S · #10 07-04-2003, 09:06 PM

I'm with Lefties as well - as shown by Paul Vogel to Richo to me!

lespavey · #11 07-04-2003, 09:10 PM

the lefties knot seems a little less complicated as well. thanks again.

Richo · #12 07-04-2003, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by lespavey
the lefties knot seems a little less complicated as well. thanks again.

Which is why its great for me n craig, we are but simple folk.

Alex · #13 07-04-2003, 10:57 PM

Rapala recommends the same knot in the leaflet inside lure packaging. I think they know what they are doing...

Alex