Fg knot
Submitted by dakka on Sun, 2017-03-26 17:49
Howdy
I have been trying the fg knot I can do it fine on big braid 60pd braid to 100pd mono but I can't seem to do it on my 35pd braid to 80pd leader it just slips out is it only a knot for heavier braid to mono cheers
dakka
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Hutch
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Make sure the wraps are
Make sure the wraps are tight and do more, I make the knot at least an inch long for heavier outfits
Auslobster
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Doing something wrong.
It works quite well for me in a wide range of braid/leader combinations, right down to 4lb braid to 8lb leader. Remember to give it a good pull after tying the first half hitch.
Also, it's fairly critical to maintain tension on the braid as you "wrap" the mono/fc around it...I personally do this by tying a Bimini Twist to create a double in the braid, then hooking it over the reel handle before tying the FG.
Madmerv
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FG
Works fine on my 20 and 30Lb braid to 40-60Lb leader. You might have to do a few extra wraps. I did do it once on 4Lb braid to 10Lb leader but i think i have lost my magnifying glass now. Damn that stuff is hard to see.
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Gunner966
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Dakka - check out ruffasgutz
Dakka - check out ruffasgutz on you tube. He shows a really easy way with riod in rod holder to keep tension on.
dakka
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Cheers and thanks i will
Cheers and thanks
i will keep trying as it looks like a good knot, easier through the guides than the Albright that I usually do.
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ranmar850
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it should work.
two things--1)don't have too much tension on the braid, you need a bit, but, too much, and it will just bunch up. and
2) keep pulling the mono tight between wraps. a total of 20 wraps, 10 each way, has always worked for me. Pull it tight after the first half-hitch, i actually put 4 half hitches, but that's just me.Using up to 120lb mono with 50 lb braid, has never failed. More commonly 50lb braid to 60 or 80 mono. i used the Albright, and the variation , the Tangle knot, for many years and the FG just beats them both, hands down. And you don't need to bother with doing a double if you do it right, just more work. + 1 for using rod tip to keep a little tension on. I go down to 30lb braid and 80lbmono, no issues
beau
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Ive noticed some leaders
Ive noticed some leaders dont allow the braid to dig in as well as otger leader brands. I also melt the mono to a ball right up against the braid it definitely helps the braid from slipping off
johns303
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I've found the method in this
I've found the method in this video good down to about 20 pound braid. have tied in a few different braid and leader combos, all have worked nicely
https://youtu.be/52uWL43hUbw
Gunner966
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Good one on YouTube -
Good one on YouTube - ruffasgutz fg knot.
Diggedy
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Hey mate the FG knot is my
Hey mate the FG knot is my go to knot now.
From my heavy gear right down to my symetre 500, (yes 500!) and 4lb braid with 8lb leader.
I found at one point my knots wouldn't hold upon testing, I was actually tying them wrong.
Watching tutorials online now has me being able to tie these knots on the boat no worries.
Nathan from Big angry fish has a great tutorial on YouTube, check it out.
rocklobster
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I use the Knot Assist 2.0
I use the Knot Assist 2.0 tool to tie my fg's, haven't had a failure yet. Around $55 online or $90 at Bluewater
ranmar850
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Why on earth would you need that?
$90 for something you just don't need, or does it tie them for you while you are pouring a coffee
I've never had a failure with them, either.
rodfishsa
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G'dayFG Knots are great.
G'day
FG Knots are great. I've checked a few ways of tying and ended up with my own modified method and later found this video below which uses a similar method.
I usually put a rod in a rod holder and hold the braid in a vice (in the shed) and don't have it super tight and use the rod tip flex to help keep things tight.
Some people like those knot tying tools but I personally can't see the need for one, some land based fishos like them
CHeers
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oohOoOOmbNk&t=65s
Stevo81
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simple FG
I tie the FG same as that vid. Rod in holder, braid in teeth works great. Easy as to do on the boat too.
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davewillo
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I agree this is the easiest
I agree this is the easiest way to tie the FG. Stuffed up my first attempt and they've been fine since then!
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