When to Use Which Knot
This page provides guidance on the appropriate situations or contexts for using different types of fishing knots.
Strong double-line leader and for loop-to-loop connections. Typically, this knot is used to tie the loop at the end of your backing line for a loop-to-loop connection to your fly line in saltwater applications.
One of the best knots for joining two lines of similar size. For example, you can use it to attach tippet at the end of your leader.
Easy and fast tying knot for attaching a fly.
Reliable method for joining two lines of noticeably different diameters, such as connecting tippet to your leader in fly-fishing setups. For example, you can use it to attach tippet at the end of your leader. CRO Staff recommendation: A quadruple surgeons knot is even better.
Knot for attaching a fly to your leader.
Creates a very strong fixed loop in the end of a line. For example, you can use it to attach a streamer, a nymph, or popper at the end of your leader.
Small loop in end of a leader aligns with the standing end. For example, you can use it to create a loop at the end of your leader to use for loop-to-loop connections.
End of line loop often used to make a loop-to-loop connection.
Used for Snelling, creating loops and end-to-end joins.