The "Double Grinner" Knot

How to Successfully Tie a Braid Line to a Monofilament or Fluorocarbon Line - I am often asked to show fellow anglers a successful way of tying a braid fishing line to a monofilament or fluorocarbon leader line.  I recommend and use the "Double Grinner" knot, which works and has never let me down.

The "Double Grinner" knot is what is known as a 100% knot, which means that because it does not cut into itself, it is 100% as strong as the breaking strain of your line.  Many other knots will weaken the integrity of the lines by as much as 50% of their breaking strain and I do not use them for that reason.

Watch this video clip which I have recorded for your information and learn to tie this useful knot in the comfort of your own home, until you can tie it without any problem, particularly when you have to do so on a rocking boat in a rough sea.  It lasts around 7¾ minutes and is easy to view on a Broadband connection.

How NOT To Do It - I have also shown you in my next video clip, a superficially similar knot which is NOT a 100% knot, and which I actively discourage you from using.  Watch, learn, and understand why.  This clip lasts around 4¾ minutes and is easy to watch on a Broadband connection.

I want to see you all catch very big fish, without any tears and troubles.  Preparation goes a very long way towards eventual success.