How to tie double multi-strand overhand bend knots

Learn how to tie a knot, but not just any old knot... a double multi-strand overhand bend knot. You'll never have any troubles again tying fishing double multi-strand overhand bend knots, thanks to this Marinews knot tie animated tutorial. You can learn by simply watching the knot tying animation at a moderate speed, or if need be, click on "learn by steps" to get step-by-step rope knot instructions for double multistrand overhand bend knots. How to make a knot is not the hard part, choosing the right fishing knots or rope knot is.

The Doubled Multi-strand Overhand Bend (often mistakenly referred to as a Surgeons knot) is often used by fly fishermen for building multi hook rigs. The tippet is cut and a Doubled Multi-strand Overhand Bend is tied, leaving a long tag (working part) that acts as a snell to which a fly is tied. The Doubled Multi-strand Overhand Bend is not one of the stronger methods of attaching a dropper as it has a tendency to slip. It is however, quick and easy to tie which is its main advantage.

There are basic rules that apply to the tying of all knots in nylon monofilament, copolymer and cofilament lines. These rules apply in differing degrees to most of the knots, splices and hitches formed in multi-strand materials, such as Dacron, Micron, braided nylon and wire or cable leaders.

RULE 1: Be thoroughly familiar with all the knots you tie and continually practice the tying of those knots.

RULE 2: Always lubricate knots before tightening them, either with saliva, water or another similar lubricant. Knots tied in nylon monofilament, copolymer and cofilament lines are highly susceptible to heat friction.

RULE 3: When tightening the knot, do so gently but firmly. Do not draw the knot quickly as this can generate heat damaging the line. Give a few test pulls on the newly tied knot.

RULE 4: If you are not happy with a knot, always re-tie it until you are satisfied. Remember that a knot is effectively the weakest link between you an