Fishing knots Archives

Tag: Fishing knots

Are estuary cod good eating?

March 21, 2024 Catch and Cook

When fishing for jew, fingermark, and barra, a common by-catch is the gold spot or estuary cod. These common species inhabit creeks, rivers, inshore, and semi-offshore

7 reasons to stop using swivels

November 16, 2023 Gear, Tackle, Knots

In this blog we look at 7 reasons to STOP using swivels – and what to use instead! Swivels have their place in fishing, especially

Best Leader Line Length For Saltwater Fishing

October 26, 2023 Gear, Tackle, Knots

In our newest blog we are calling out some of the bull claims we found on the internet about the best leader line length for

Hectic fishing in remote areas

August 10, 2023 Offshore fishing tips

Some anglers have the perception that it’s always Hectic fishing in remote areas. Certainly, it does help that the fish are not lure shy. Because

Fishing with live bait in winter

August 11, 2022 Live Bait

Fishing with live bait in winter can be a good alternative to lures. In winter or during a cold snap, the water temperature drops and

Choose the right sinker size

July 25, 2019 Gear, Tackle, Knots

You’ll catch more fish if you choose the right sinker size. If you fish too heavy, fish will feel the weight and drop the bait

Running rigs: how to tie plus when and where to use one!

April 18, 2019 Gear, Tackle, Knots

Today I’m going to talk about the humble old running rig. But before you switch off and think “I know how to tie that”; using

Best mono to mono fishing knot

April 4, 2019 Gear, Tackle, Knots

When it comes to the best mono to mono fishing knot, there are a few to consider. But my favorite is the double blood knot.

How to tie a paternoster rig and tips to avoid snags.

November 15, 2018 Gear, Tackle, Knots

Learning how to tie a paternoster rig (dropper or snapper rig) is great for rock walls or areas you get snagged often. Getting snagged is

How to splice dacron

October 4, 2018 Gear, Tackle, Knots

Learning to splice dacron is a skill most regularly used by big game anglers but it can also be used to make a safety lanyard

Easy alternative to FG knot

February 22, 2018 Gear, Tackle, Knots

An easier alternative to the FG knot is the RMF knot! As you may know, I don’t use a swivel and tie my leader directly

Gear-and-lures-to-tackle-big-barramundi-1

Rigs and tackle for catching barramundi

July 27, 2017 Barra Fishing Tips

One of the most common questions I get asked is; “What are the best rigs and tackle for catching barramundi in Northern Australia?” So I

Sounder

SKILLS 1

SPECIAL OFFER

FILTER BY CATEGORIES

FIND POSTS USING TAGS

FREE

TRAINING

CLICK HERE

ONLINE

COURSES

TACKLE

SHOP