Knot library · 85% · Medium

Rapala Loop Knot

Lets your lure swim freely instead of being pinned tight. Makes a massive difference to the action.

Where it earns its place

Detail
Knot strength 85% of line strength
Difficulty Medium
Disciplines Coarse, Sea, Fly
Best for Lures, Free Movement, Natural Action

How to tie it

  1. Tie an overhand knot in the line about 15cm from the end - don't tighten.
  2. Thread the tag end through the lure eye.
  3. Pass the tag back through the overhand knot (same side it came out).
  4. Wrap the tag around the standing line 3-5 times.
  5. Pass the tag back through the overhand knot again.
  6. Moisten and tighten carefully, leaving a small loop at the lure eye.

Want to watch it tied? Animated Knots has the rapala loop knot. In the app the same steps sit beside the rig you are tying.

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