5 steps
Bristol Knot
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Braid wrapped onto a loop that is already tied in the leader. Gulf anglers also call this the no-name knot.
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Braid wrapped onto a loop that is already tied in the leader. Gulf anglers also call this the no-name knot.
This line
The braid is the wrapping line. Keep tension so the wraps do not cross.
Avoid when
A first-time knot in a hurry. Seat it at home once so you know which way the tag leaves.
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Bristol Knot
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These steps are being corrected. Don't follow them yet.
Step 1
Make a loop in the heavier line and hold the crossover.
Step 2
Wrap down the loop. 5 turns so far.
Step 3
Finish 10 wraps in that direction.
Step 4
Pass the tag back out through the opening it entered.
Step 5
Wet the knot. Pull the standing lines until the loop closes and the wraps seat. Trim both tags.
The drawing follows this tying order. Pause, step, or scrub to stay with the words. The standing line runs to the reel. The tag is the short end you trim. Skin-hook means the point lies flat in the plastic, not out where grass can grab it.
Common mistakes
- Wraps that jump off the leader loop.
- Forgetting the return wraps on an Alberto, which leaves a one-way Albright.