Learn how to tie a knot, but not just any old knot... a spider hitch knot. You'll never have any troubles again tying fishing spider hitch 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 spider hitches. How to make a knot is not the hard part, choosing the right fishing knots or rope knot is.
The Spider Hitch is not a hitch bit rather a loop knot. It retains around 80% of line strength in monofilament lines and as little as 40% in gelspun lines. It is a very quick and easy way of forming a loop or double in line. There is substantially reduction original line strength in gel spun lines which can be curbed if the shock factor is controlled by the use of a suitable rod and proper drag setting. However the spider hitch knot is best utilized in monofilament and lighter lines.
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 and the fish.
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