Tie the fly with a loop knot to sink head-down about twice as fast; tie it straight on for a slower sink or suspension
Tie the fly with a loop knot to sink head-down about twice as fast; tie it straight on for a slower sink or suspension
Filters
- Topic: Rigging, knots and leaders
- Original category: Gear and Rigging
- Species: Carp
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: Tie the fly with a loop knot to sink head-down about twice as fast; tie it straight on for a slower sink or suspension
How to do it: Use a loop knot for faster head-down sinking, or a straight tie for slower sink or suspension
Mistake it fixes: Using one knot type regardless of desired sink rate
Why it works: Knot type affects sink rate and fly orientation. A loop knot gives faster head-down sinking, a straight tie gives slower sinking.
When it matters most: Carp fishing, knots