How to tie split leader knots with animated knot tying help

Learn how to tie a knot, but not just any old knot... a split leader knot. You'll never have any troubles again tying fishing split leader 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 split leader knots. How to make a knot is not the hard part, choosing the right fishing knots or rope knot is.

The split leader knot provides a fast and effective method of creating dual leaders from which terminal tackle can be attached. It employs' the use of a thumb knot, however, here we have shown it tied using a pencil or similar implement during the initial steps of its tying. The split leader is completed by cutting a secured loop to provide two leaders. The thumb knot is an easy knot to master, retains a high degree of line strength and makes a handy knot for forming a loop, a double or for, as shown here, creating split leaders.

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.