Fishing

Question 1

Bimini Twist applications

Answer 1

• Creates a double line leader
• Good way to connect the line to the leader
• Used primarily for offshore trolling, double-line leaders and connecting the main fishing line to shock tippits

Question 2

No name knot

Answer 2

• also known as a “Bristol Knot”

- Used to connect double line to the hook

Question 3

Knots to use when securing hook or lure to the Fluorocarbon?

Answer 3

-Loop Knot

or

• Uni Knot
• used if attaching leader to a hook or lure that does not need to move freely

Question 4

Order of set up from reel to hook

Answer 4

-Line on reel (usually braid not monofilament)

• Bimini Twist
• hooks not tied on braid line because easier to spot for fish

-No name knot

• Fluorocarbon leader
• usually 3-6’

-Hook

Question 5

What must be done before tying any knot with flurocarbon?

Answer 5

lick or moisten the knot before you pull it tight

-lubricates the loops and allows it to tighten down on itself without burning/damaging the line