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Mastering the Bimini Twist
Mastering the Bimini Twist
Tying a Bimini twist seems to be every angler’s nightmare—at least among those who haven’t tried it. Although it looks intimidating, it’s not that difficult. After 30 minutes of practice, you should be able to tie this important knot easily. The Bimini creates a doubled line ending in a loop. The doubled line can then be tied directly to a lure, swivel, or hook. Often, a Bimini is tied in a light running line or leader, and the loop is then tied to a heavier shock leader. That’s standard procedure in flyfishing for bigger fish like stripers, tarpon, marlin, and tuna.
Photo by Ted Morrison
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It's been said that the Bimini twist is the most difficult fishing knot to tie. It's also one of the strongest, capable of beating fish weighing over 1,000 pounds. So here's the easy way to master the Bimini in five simple steps.
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Photo Gallery Comments (10)
That looks waaaaaaaaaaaay too confusing for me.
:)
I agree, I have enough problems with the easy knots!
uh, what's there to gain by using a knot that takes 30 minutes to understand? Is it that much stronger? more reliable? or is this just another example of fly-fishing's superiority complex?
I have used that not on several fishing trips and it does have a good strength rating. Once you master it, it is worth the time it takes to setup.
In 9 years living at the lake my biggest fish was a one and a half pound bass. I think I can pass on the high strength knot. Obviously a poor fisherman, but even a granny knot holds my fish.
my head hurts
I'll stick with tying my shoes
This knot is for going after marlin and big tuna. Period. And it really ain't that hard to tie.
ok I tried the knot. I had thought it was going to be difficult judging by the confusing directions but with line in hand I reread them and gave it a whirl. Having the line in hand made all the difference. I was able to visualize it better and it was not difficult at all. Very strong too.
ahhh wahaaat
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That looks waaaaaaaaaaaay too confusing for me.
:)
my head hurts
I agree, I have enough problems with the easy knots!
uh, what's there to gain by using a knot that takes 30 minutes to understand? Is it that much stronger? more reliable? or is this just another example of fly-fishing's superiority complex?
I have used that not on several fishing trips and it does have a good strength rating. Once you master it, it is worth the time it takes to setup.
In 9 years living at the lake my biggest fish was a one and a half pound bass. I think I can pass on the high strength knot. Obviously a poor fisherman, but even a granny knot holds my fish.
I'll stick with tying my shoes
This knot is for going after marlin and big tuna. Period. And it really ain't that hard to tie.
ok I tried the knot. I had thought it was going to be difficult judging by the confusing directions but with line in hand I reread them and gave it a whirl. Having the line in hand made all the difference. I was able to visualize it better and it was not difficult at all. Very strong too.
ahhh wahaaat
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