How to Tie a Fishing Knot

Fishing is a popular sport and hobby. Knowing how to tie a proper fishing knot is essential. One of the most popular types of fishing knot is the snell knot. To learn how to tie a snell fishing knot follow the easy step-by-step guide in the article below.

Step 1: Insert one end of the line through the eye of the hook.

Step 2: Insert the other end of the line pointing towards the barb of the hook.

Step 3: Hold the line and hook with your left hand and let the loop hang down.

Step 4: Take the hoop and wrap it around the shank of the hook and both ends of the line. Wrap it 7-10 times.

Step 5: Hold the wrapped line with your left hand and use your right hand to pull the line through the eyelet.

Step 6: Slide the knot up against the eye of the hook before pulling it tight.

Step 7: Grasp the short end of the line beside the shank of the hook and hold it with a pair of tweezers or pliers.

Step 8: Pull both ends of the line at the same time to make the knot completely tight.

Step 9: Cut the end.