Sunday 15 June 2014

T knot with illustrations(pictures)

T-knot, one of the most difficult knots to tie if you're just starting out but something that you'll master well with enough practice.
many online forums will illustrate the common T-knot tying concept.But here,we're going to make a T-knot that utilizes the basic knots that you might already know.
Swivel Knot and the Snell knot combined! If you're unfamiliar with these, do check out the other posts first!



 First off is tying a swivel knot.ensure you leave excessive amount of line for the snood and to tie the snell knot.

 a close up view of the swivel knot.instead of the usual 3 rounds,do at least 6 rounds.

Next, cut the connected line into 2.ensure one is longer than the other. The shorter side will be used to tie the snell knot.and the longer side will be the snood.
This will be the completed snell knot. about 5-10 rounds is sufficent for the snell.
notice how theres a gap in the middle which many people starting out will encounter. no worries just take a look at the next step to solve this.
simply hold the snell in one hand and pull the snood line and the snell will slide down into place,connecting the snell with the swivel knot.
When you're more experience,you need not do this step because the snell would be closer the swivel knot once more practice is done.

you might encounter some cramps in your fingers at first so all the best!
Most hardcore knot you'll ever learn.this improvised knot has seen many barramundi hook ups with ease!so dont doubt it till you've tried it!

cheers and peace out!
-Abel Yeo

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