#1 Knot For Artificial Lures In Less Than 30 Seconds

This is the BEST knot for artificial lures in UNDER 30 seconds!!
You shouldn’t waste time trying to tie elaborate knots that take out of your fishing.
Strength, efficiency, and effectiveness are what determines a quality saltwater fishing knot.
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The non-slip loop knot is hands down the best knot to tie when using artificial lures.
Not only is it strong, but the loop adds action and appeal to the lure to trigger more strikes!
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[@TowardsTruth191]

I enjoy this. No music, nothing else. Just teaching.

[@jujubarbour9476]

I learnt this knot from a Bill Dance fishing book checked out of the school library when I was in the 5th grade. That was about 27 years ago, nice to see it’s still going strong. Tight lines fishing pals

[@Saltstrong]

One of the best knots out there! Thanks glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrisgastis5535]

Bill s the best😂 that big ole bass .....teaches everyone everything..bless him and his big ole heart...

[@mrfofff]

@@chrisgastis5535 Northern fishermen "learned" this knot from bill Dance.

[@blakejones6206]

I remember saving up money to buy a Bill Dance VHS... I still remember stuff from that video. It was about soft plastics and tricks with them.

[@petecampa]

The librarian is looking for you. The book is overdue, and you have some fines that need to be addressed... baaahahaha 🤣...

[@mrdanger4851]

Another advantage is when tied correctly as you did the Tag end won't collect weeds👍🏾 The Angel is in the details

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@pj3039]

the tag end wont catch the weeds but the hook will

[@louisrodriguez4357]

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[@jckdnls9292]

@@pj3039 lol u wrecked him

[@ujeaniphil1234]

Nicely done, the knot i use...stay out the weeds init

[@LuisRamirez-sw8og]

Straight to the point - ✅ Easy to follow - ✅

[@djHELIARC]

Two wraps will slip 20% of the time. If you do 4 wraps it will never ever slip.I have been trying this loop knot for over 15 years. Any lure or jig works great

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@politicalfisherman540]

Who did the study?

[@travelreview5962]

​@Political Fisherman I've done the study lol. My grandpa did 2 wraps, my dad taught me to do 3, I had some issues so I went to 4 and now that's what all the kids are taught in our family lol. My grandpa was too old but me, my brothers, my dad, nephews, we all converted to 4 over time lol.

[@djHELIARC]

@@politicalfisherman540 my personal experience using loop knots for over 35years

[@djHELIARC]

@@politicalfisherman540 I also don't like loosing a fish just because my knot slipped or locked down on eye. If you can prevent it from happening with just 2 more wraps. Why risk a trophy loss

[@quang4055]

This man doesn’t waste any extra leader 👏👏

[@bcarss1970]

What are you saving to be?

[@dennisrenner1680]

That’s just a bowline hitch with an additional wrap. Genius, I would have never thought of that. Looks 95-98% effective. Thanks.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@rubenator4]

Bowline isn't a hitch, however good catch as I thought it looked like a bowline as well!

[@dukerton15]

If it's a bowline, it wouldn't slip anyway, so what's the need for the extra wraps?

[@Bobsmith-yf9oy]

Great vid. No music, no story about his kids, nothing that isn't needed. Thanks mate, it worked for me.

[@110Basin]

That’s a great knot to use for streamers when fly fishing. Gets great action in the water

[@Saltstrong]

Definitely!

[@Ghost-304]

That’s a great knot learned that knot back in 80s as a kid , it has worked well ever since

[@skudagold3128]

I just use swivel clips for every thing saves so much time

[@CatDad01]

youre a hack fisherman

[@garrettadams6165]

Creating great action from the looper letting the lure move freely

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@csnelson2004]

These guys are amazing. I’m a monthly subscriber and got a gift of lures in the mail. Love you guys.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for joining the club! Let us know if you need anything and let us know how you like the lures!

[@qdup17]

Works great and easy to do plus Easy to judge how much line you’ll have left over to a cork etc. thanks for your videos , so informative

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@tomcervenka7404]

I need to step it up when it comes to tying different knots for different situations. I bet small details like this make a huge difference.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching, we have a massive library of fishing tips on our website along with a search feature to let you quickly filter down to find help you're looking for, so just go to www.saltstrong.com/ and use the Search feature in the top menu.

[@AdamonfireXMX]

They don't.

[@richardbrown986]

They do , and this knot gives more action because it's not tight and restricting movement

[@benFromalaska907]

@AdamonfireXMX they do plenty, just depends on what your fishing with and for

[@koogle612]

Perfection loop is another wonderful nonslip knot for lures needing a sm loop for action.😊

[@matty2x302]

It took me a minute but once I realized NOT to pull the tag end tight just the main line I finally got it 🤣👍🏻👍🏻🎣

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback and we are happy you got it!

[@timothygregg2223]

I saw this and the first thing that came to mind was the freedom of the lure to move around. I like it. Im going to try it.

[@nills2gills811]

Oh yes. Seven loops down the river and through the woods good directions sir

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@eagleclaw1179]

Right lol I used to count to 11😂🤦‍♂️

[@logicalrationalfishing7481]

Also great for topwater. Thanks for using thick ass line where we could see it.

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome!

[@MMACAMVIDEOS]

Agree I use this knot all the time now. It’s 💪👍💪

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@danblazowick6818]

NICE KNOT LOOKS GREAT

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@RTSBOWL]

Learned this knot from an old Rapala VHS tape. I wore that tape out from watching it so much haha

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@timcarr6905]

I’ve got old tapes like that !! They ain’t about fishing though !!

[@divadrestas]

I remember my uncle showing me that tape specifically to teach me this know. I use it for just about every jig now.

[@Doobie_Boys]

I was scanning the comments looking for someone to mention that this is the rapala knot 😂. I have all my grandpas old stuff and it had a pamphlet in all the boxes showing how to tie on. Pretty cool.

[@jordycz1]

@@Doobie_Boys he needs to bring the tag end back through the top loop before tying the knot. THEN it is Rapala knot.

[@FloydMayes-me3jc]

I'm a 76 year old man, and been using a uni-knot forever. With no problems!

[@Saltstrong]

Always use what's most comfortable and what you have the most confidence in! This knot is good to know and can help you catch more fish!!

[@team3d180]

I'll have to try this. Learnin bit by bit usin a 7$ clearance rod worm fishin but i like the loop rather then the knot "pinning" down the hook/lure. See if it makes a diff i shall!

[@djHELIARC]

Yeah bud just do 4 wraps instead of just 2 and you will be set for life on this knot for giving your lure free action

[@Saltstrong]

Give it a try and see how it works for you!

[@team3d180]

Randomly got this video my feed and low and behold here i am lmao, i have caught a good few pike, pleanty of pan fishies and 2 bass since. Better year this year i hope!

[@Mike_Jones68]

I like. May use this with the only other knot - the Palomar. No reason to tie anything else really, but I do like this one

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@Reel_Sober]

You ain’t lying. This loop knot, Palomar, and Uni to Uni for my braid to leaders are pretty much all I ever tie.

[@joshmason1460]

@@Reel_Sober haven’t tied anything other than those 3 knots in longer than I can remember!!

[@jeffother1455]

@@Reel_Sober you have a great KZbin handle. Good for you brother.

[@brandondugan1940]

You want a loop to allow the jig head to move freely. Polymer knot is good for everything else

[@gmanchurch]

Thanks so very much for sharing your skills with us-this will be the knot I will use from now on….

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@seang1032]

Idk if they still do it but back in the late 90s or early 2000s, Rapala had a paper in the box with their lures showing this same knot. I've always called it the Rapala knot and still use it for live bait and on crankbaits (without a split ring). Thanks for the video.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip!

[@MrGreegor69]

I use the Rapala knot for all my fly fishing. Let’s the fly swing & gives more movement to it.

[@hyoutdoors7054]

Really good for top water poppers too.

[@hyoutdoors7054]

@@MrGreegor69 if I'm dead drifting a wooly bugger or something like that I don't use a loop knot. I find flies with weighted heads/front sections get stuck in a perpetual nosedive when not stripped in vigorously. Great for streamers or dead drifts under an indicator though, with a vertically presented nymph.

[@pettystuff5367]

The rapala knot calls for the tag end to go back through the outer loop created by going through the initial square knot.

[@metromitch1019]

My favorite knot, shoutout non slip gang knot

[@charleswayne8595]

Thanks 😊

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome!

[@cutwingsmatt]

Kreh Loop, been using it for years for this and for streamers fly fishing. Great knot

[@Flo-Joe]

I’ll be trying this, I’ve been using polomar and snell most my life and it eats away at my leader when I have to re-tie. Thank you for sharing.

[@Saltstrong]

Welcome - thanks for watching!

[@Spoons7414]

Palomar and improved clinch are the knots I tie 99% of the time.

[@somepeoplearedumbashell]

It's either palamor or uni knot. Uni knot is for my crappie jigs or 300lb mono leaders (too difficult for a palamor on such think line)

[@jakobsime4190]

@@Spoons7414 Me too

[@HappyHookers-bh3rs]

Good knot. Leaves the tag end facing the back of the lure, which helps avoid snags in weeds and such

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@lildeena1]

This is excellent knot because the tag end runs back toward the bait and doesn't get fouled up on seaweed etc.

[@LameWaysArtistry]

Me and the homie been looking for this video for like a month

[@Saltstrong]

Click here to check out a more in-depth tutorial on the non-slip loop knot: bit.ly/3ws32D4

[@coltonn31]

I like the fact that the knot is not fixed like most others, the paddle tail or any tail will respond more freely creating more wobble and thump. Also less leverage on the hook when fighting a fish

[@Saltstrong]

Exactly - it gives your lures even more action than they would with snug knots.

[@skorflyfishing]

For optimal strength, make sure the tag goes back through the first knot/loop on the same side as it came out.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@DRPowell]

Interesting. The instructions for the Rapala knot show the tag end going back into the overhand knot on the opposite side it came out from.

[@skorflyfishing]

@DRPowell True! I wonder if the Rapala has been tested both ways by someone like Salt Strong did with this one. I don't use the Rapala because the tag end faces forward and can collect weeds.

[@evanmiris5765]

Great knot , strong and allows more action on jig heads and hard bodied lures , I even use it on swimbaits with heavy leader .

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@bradthackston5217]

any knot that holds is the best knot.

[@Saltstrong]

👍

[@matthewshelton3451]

That's my favorite knot by far to fish with !

[@BigCityCountryBoi]

Didn't notice the timer at the bottom until after watching vid about 15X

[@Saltstrong]

Let us know if we can help answer any questions!

[@Zenthed1]

Thank you Omg I needed to learn another knot style

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@williamwatkins2770]

Rapala knot , also good for tying on flies , allows for more movement in the water 🙂👍

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@dalvishyu1823]

Great simple explanation

[@bryanp4827]

Proper name is " LEFTY'S LOOP " Invented by the great man Lefty Kreh👍

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@johnmiller935]

Not

[@TexasPapa13]

My dad always called it a nonslip loop knot 🤷🏻‍♂️. So that’s what I call it lol

[@mrlomas_naples]

Awesome, been using that knot for years

[@DaddyIsaCameraman-in3hc]

Always wet any knot with a bit of saliva before drawing tight. 👍

[@Saltstrong]

Very true! Thanks for the tip!

[@jujubarbour9476]

On braid yea but that’s not really an issue with mono.

[@DanS436]

​@@jujubarbour9476 other way round man

[@precisionbrown6829]

So many different knots for fish hooks 😊

[@upnorthfeeling3081]

It’s called the rapala knot 👍

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@MakingMadness-gc7pd]

thanks i needed it

[@parishemby4050]

That's a simple king sling knot. If you look at tied king sling knot under a microscope after you sentch it down. With all those loops and it being monofilament will show a lot of damage on the monofilament by multiple loops and twist damaged created by the sentch whether or not you wet it before you sentch. Essentially, you've taken 15lb test and made it about 12lb test or even 10lb depending on the damage to the monofilament. The only 100% knot. That's technically not 100% but 99.5% approximately: Palomar knot (1)👊 The clinch knot (2) which is actually tied with many knots And then you have your "king sling knot" by far and away the most damaging knot to monofilament. The Palomar knot can be tied in seconds as well very simple to tie. Only draw back is you might lose two or three inches until you become accustomed to tying the palmar....be safe out there 👍

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@sunmock]

this is a non-slip loop knot unlike the palomar. There's really no way a loop knot can be as strong as a direct knot like the palomar by nature but that's the compromise you make for better action.

[@ralphdixon4727]

The leader used is usually 2-3 times stronger than the main line anyway so this knot is perfect and doesn’t collect as much weed on the retrieve as others 🤙

[@mattgurin6168]

Definitely add some extra wraps, I I also like to have a little bit more line in my hand when tying knots. He definitely has a technique with the tag end down

[@havehadit460]

Isn't this just a Rapala knot?

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you for your question! We have a massive library of fishing tips on our website along with a search feature to let you quickly filter down to find help you're looking for, so just go to www.saltstrong.com/ and use the Search feature in the top menu.

[@devaneisentraut6721]

Yes

[@havehadit460]

2 months later and this comes through my feed again lol

[@davidrussell9290]

A great value version of the Rapala knot.

[@Saltstrong]

Whatever you want to call it - it works!

[@benjaminbigham3184]

I just tie some knots If it works it works lol

[@Saltstrong]

Trial and error!

[@dixondjallen6620]

Been using that knot for years... great knot for tails ...

[@Saltstrong]

Sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@gvalant11]

I think is the best knot for any inshore artificial. Been using it for many years. Better action with the bait.

[@JM-jq7ft]

I wanted to disagree and state my opinion on this knot, but honestly I’m happy you’re making fishing content and spreading it online... nothing wrong with that at all. I learned myself a little lesson here about ego. Keep it up!

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you for the nice comment and for the support!

[@Chuck-e7d]

Nice, a little bit easier than the loop knot I've been trying.

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it was helpful!

[@los843]

San Diego jam knot for the win ! 🤘🏼

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@6saturdaysaweek]

On of my go to knots!

[@Saltstrong]

Absolutely!

[@jamesconnors5653]

Best knot for any lure. Thanks.

[@Saltstrong]

You bet

[@abainonobaitv7186]

Nice tutorial loved it ill try this thank you so much ❤❤

[@Saltstrong]

Glad we could help!

[@branvely5952]

this is a rapala knot. nice demo vid thx

[@Saltstrong]

Slightly different

[@Josh-h1h]

Just a good ol Rapala knot

[@Saltstrong]

This knot is super strong and adds action to your lures!

[@gladegoodrich2297]

You bass guys crack me up! 20 pound test ro catch 2 pound bass?

[@galaxys7650]

Probably using that big line so it's easier to do a video on the knot

[@Saltstrong]

Gotta do what we gotta do!

[@prodigymxc]

SD jam knots my go to

[@jamesryan5034]

Rapala knot. Great loop knot.

[@Saltstrong]

👍

[@josiahmarquez6011]

Love the loop knot 🪢

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@pascalgermanfpv238]

Rapala knot, really usefull for flyfishing

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip!

[@kayakfishingforpredators9107]

Yup i recognized it too as a Rapalla knot. But with less wrapping around the main line. 😃

[@danflores8445]

Great illustration. I use this knot on all of my top water popper, plopper, and plug baits. Thanks again.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@ismaeltiburcio8241]

Wow less than 30 seconds outstanding!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@zveryok1]

You can also go inside the lure eye immediately, create a loop, then wrap around above the loop a few times and cinch inside the loop you created. Works just as well and is faster.

[@Saltstrong]

Good intel!

[@fennten8338]

damn fishing is weird. really just started a year ago and now i know these random knots by heart. kinda proud

[@Chris.Shoots1]

Alright it’s morning here in Cali now I just did 2 of these and we’re off !!

[@Saltstrong]

Good luck!

[@nitinkulkarni2010]

Thx veey helpful and easy tutorial And it actually worked

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nitinkulkarni2010]

@@Saltstrong can u make a couple more on how to accurately use the fishing road and bait bcs I'm just started it and it would really help me out

[@Isaac-sj2ix]

Will try this knot next outing.

[@Saltstrong]

Let us know how you like it!

[@general8109]

Thanks for this video

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@waterassassinfishingbuilds6122]

I learned 3 wraps but yes this gives your artificial’s way more action!

[@Saltstrong]

100%!

[@XiaoPangZi]

I am new to fishing, why is this the best?

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you for your question! We have a massive library of fishing tips on our website along with a search feature to let you quickly filter down to find help you're looking for, so just go to www.saltstrong.com/ and use the Search feature in the top menu. Note: If you don't see the exact answer you're looking for, just leave a comment in the post that most closely matches up with your search and one of our coaches will respond to your question... our coaches only make time to answer questions that get submitted to our website.

[@ScottJohnson-nz7qz]

Great loop knot

[@tsander_9856]

Thankyou verymuch

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!!

[@heisenbergpinkman2265]

Thank you

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome

[@glennmartin8949]

Thanks for the video. Can you do a video talking about when to use a certain color jig is different conditions? Thanks!!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for your question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3ws32D4

[@paulbohn1971]

I will be giving this a try today when I go out I just watched this video and I subscribed to you love to you and yours frome paul in p.a

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks, Paul! Much appreciated!

[@wheelingreeling7928]

Polamar for everything

[@Saltstrong]

That'll do it!

[@Roy_4]

I love the “loop💨”

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@Unique247official]

these work like a charm

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@adamcopley9860]

Rapala knot is great for getting baits to dance in the water. Ive always retied it after every decent fish though.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@harleysmith3895]

Its actually super strong. I use it when fly fishing for carp and can catch as many as I want on one knot as long as theres no abrasion.

[@opticmanz]

It's a strong knot. Search for "saltwater fishing knots 101 (the only 3 knots you really need)" Just watched it yesterday and practicing now.

[@Thezachofalltrades1]

Great knot! I caught a saber tooth swamp shark 🦈 using that knot. Held up great

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@edithcasey2641]

Thanks for posting this!!!

[@Saltstrong]

No problem!

[@poodlegamer7018]

Appreciate it.

[@HouseOfGoofyMusicbyBlankCloudd]

I always use the clinch knot to tie my steel leader, because this knot’s very simple and easy, and I never use just line while tying my lures since pike could simply bite it off.

[@Saltstrong]

Just depends on what you're fishing for. We use a steel leader for fish like mackerel, bluefish, sharks, etc.

[@Johnsfishingshorts]

It works great thanks 👍

[@Travelandhobbies]

Wow.... i like it, it a very new for me thanks for share, i will wait for more ideas.

[@Saltstrong]

Welcome 😊

[@matthewbrown9029]

That's a beefed up bowline. Nice

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@GodBearOutoors]

Always wet your knots before cinching them down. 👍👍

[@Owl4909]

Good vid.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!!

[@jasoncuillerier7319]

I use this knot for most of my lures and flies. NEVER fails. Snell knot for hooks.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@gregcrenshaw5206]

Great knot, especially for Rapalas and for baits walking the dog.