WebMar 1, 2024 · Tying 15# suffix or power pro (8 wraps) to 20# invisx fluorocarbon (4-6 wraps). The knot is not slipping, but the fluorocarbon either breaks at the base of the knot or at the fluorocarbon uni wraps and then slips thru the braid. I think fluorocarbon breaking at the base of the knot is due to bending fatigue as it rolls over the rod tip many ... WebNov 21, 2024 · Not sure about anyone else but all my experience with FG Knot failures seems to be at the finish of the knot. That's where I think it slips enough to let the braid cut itself. It would be cool to watch some high speed video of them tested to failure and actually see what happens.
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WebJan 14, 2024 · How do you finish your FG knot? I see all sorts of different techniques. Some do nearly 10 alternating half hitches and Rizzuto finishes and others do 2 or 3 half hitches. What I find is doing all the half hitches adds more bulk and takes away from the overall thinness of the knot. How say you? MN Fisher Super User 12.5k 42 WebApr 7, 2024 · Therefore would the stiffness, coarseness and less roundness of a 4 strand braid actually aid/help in letting the braid 'dig/bite' into the mono/fluoro properly and therefore eliminate and/or mitigate the braid from slipping when tying an FG knot? Quote MN Fisher Super User 12.7k 42 nmg holding texas
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WebFeb 25, 2024 · The FG knot with your 50# mono will be fine. Keep in mind the diameter of the mono is so much bigger than the braid. Since the mono comes off the reel first, you almost don’t feel the connection coming through the guides. My surface iron rig is set up this way. As others have written, a rizutto is a great way to ”finish” the knot. WebDec 1, 2024 · My bait rods have 25-50' of fluoro on them tied with an FG knot; when the knot gets close to the guides I drop the rod tip towards the fish a bit and wind it through … WebOct 9, 2024 · The smallest and strongest version of the FG Knot. I never liked using half hitches to secure the FG Knot so I came up with this alternative version using th... nm grt rate change