Learn how to tie the Poacher’s Knot, a strong and reliable sliding knot that’s a great alternative to the classic slip knot — ...

Learn how to tie the Improved Clinch, Palomar, and Arbor knots, the three fishing knots every angler needs for stronger ...

There’s not much on the internet regarding the history of the Palomar knot beyond it being created by Chet Palomar, a Scoutmaster in the Boy Scouts of America. No matter the full story, every angler ...

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 ...

The square knot was historically known as the Hercules knot. While the name suggests strength, I think it’s fair to say associating it with Hercules is a bit misleading. The square knot is useful for ...