Tying the strongest fishing knot isn’t only about the knot itself. The line you choose matters every bit as much, and thanks to remarkably advancements in the recent decades, you have choices when it ...

and reel, fresh line, and a premium, quality hook, but in most fishing scenarios, none of that matters if you can’t tie a good knot. So many things can go wrong during a fish fight, but quite often, ...

You don't have to have the knot knowledge of a Navy veteran to fish, but knowing a few basic knots will keep your fishing lures tied on securely and your lines tight. A strong knot could also make the ...

With fishing season essentially upon us, here's a look at three must-know fishing knots and the step-by-step guide on how to tie them. The uni-knot is one of the most versatile knots out there. It can ...

The uni knot is one of the most used connections in fishing across all genres of the sport. From flyfishing a high mountain trout stream to targeting tuna offshore, it has a place in any anglers’ ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. The nail knot has never been accused of being an easy knot to ...

As any experienced angler will know, some knots are better than others -- but exactly why a "blood knot" should be stronger than, say, a "reef knot" is far from clear. Now, physicists in Japan have ...

The snell is a bit of an odd knot. Most anglers don’t know how to tie it, largely because while it has advantages in certain fishing styles, it’s not nearly as versatile as other common connections.