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Figure-Eight Loop
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A loop made by tying a figure-eight with the line doubled. It stands in line better than a simple overhand loop.
Use it for
A loop made by tying a figure-eight with the line doubled. It stands in line better than a simple overhand loop.
This line
Braid figure-eights can slip. Use a surgeon's loop or a bimini when the loop will see a hard run.
Avoid when
Shock tippet over 40 lb, where a bimini or a surgeon's loop is the usual choice.
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Figure-Eight Loop
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Step 1
Double the end of the line.
Step 2
Cross the doubled end under the standing line to start the eight.
Step 3
You have one full eight.
Step 4
Dress the knot so the strands lie flat.
Step 5
Tighten and leave the loop open.
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
- An overhand loop dressed to look like a figure-eight.
- A twist left in the loop so it cocks offline.
Used on
This knot is for hard baits more than a soft-plastic rig.