A knowledge and mastery of tying knots is essential for anyone who spends time in the outdoors. And, sure, when faced with certain tasks that require knot-tying, you might be able to get away with ...

The snell is a bit of an odd knot. Most anglers don’t know how to tie it, largely because while it has advantages in certain fishing styles, it’s not nearly as versatile as other common connections.

and reel, fresh line, and a premium, quality hook, but in most fishing scenarios, none of that matters if you can’t tie a good knot. So many things can go wrong during a fish fight, but quite often, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A finished slip knot. The slip knot is not only useful in a wide variety of outdoor scenarios, but also incredibly simple to tie.

Learn how to tie a square knot, also known as a reef knot, with this clear step-by-step tutorial. This essential knot is perfect for tying ropes together, securing bundles, and everyday practical use, ...

The uni knot is the most useful and versatile fishing knot. You can use the uni knot to tie leader line onto the braided line, you can use a uni knot to directly tie a lure to your line, or you can ...

Commercial fishermen use lines, or ropes, for a variety of purposes. Boat anchors, nets and buoys all need to be secured and safely managed. A working knowledge of knots is a necessity. If you open a ...

This story was originally featured on Field & Stream. Fishing line has advanced remarkably in the past few decades. Nylon monofilament, fluorocarbon, and so-called “superline” give fishermen ...

Tying a tie can be difficult. But no fear, Off Duty's Wendy Bounds gets the lowdown on how to tie a perfect tie from the professionals. This week she learns the precise way to execute the Windsor Knot ...

The improved clinch knot, sometimes called the fisherman’s knot, is what I’d call a necessary oddball. It’s remarkably easy to tie and comes in handy for a variety of applications. It can essentially ...