Easy To Learn FG Fishing Knot

The FG Knot with a Rizzuto finish is my go-to leader knot. I'll use it for GT, Tuna, Bass and everything in-between! But this here shows you the exact knot I tie when Popping and Stickbaiting for GT with my heavy setups.

[@Briggsy]

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[@donnietran5944]

This is a best video and very clear show u how to tie fg knot. Thank u

[@DaveANeely]

I love going fishing

[@tomorrow1333]

hands down, probably the most clearest and most understanding video of the FG knot!

[@josephrichardson4128]

Have u watched the ifish one

[@cartierbones4768]

@Joseph Richardson the IFISH one is a nightmare, tying this to your foot.. wrapping this around your hand etc etc. follow briggsy! Rissuto finish is stronger and more efficient than a few half hitch knots.

[@josephrichardson4128]

@@cartierbones4768 i did it pretty well ig but i am starting to get problems with it

[@DiabloOutdoors]

One of the best for the Fg that's for sure and THE best for the rizutto finish!

[@charlessanders4337]

Salt strong has a good one as well.

[@RikkiTikkiTavi290]

No idea why this video has so many dislikes. It is easily the best FG knot tutorial I've watched in every way. Maybe just jealousy?

[@CaptainSloose]

Once again- it’s spring time here in the US and I need to rewatch this video to brush up again … this is hands down the best fg knot video on the internet.

[@yogiidrew2632]

Not sure if I’ve already commented, but, your FG knot is how I practice mine, and it has NEVER failed me, I would lose my hook before I’d lose my FG knot, Thank you, been using your style for years and has given me a ton of success, I still come back to watch as a refresher when my brain decides to sh*t itself 😂, I’ve also referred this video to so many people!! awesome video and great knowledge. 😊😊

[@nazeernazim9843]

Dear friend you are the only man who showed tying FG knot very clear and filmed professional way I ever seen I am thanking for you

[@lascannon]

The best and easiest to follow guide to the FG knot (with or without the rizzuto finish). Thank for this video! Still a hard knot to do, especially for lighter lines, but know I actually know what to do.

[@Briggsy]

Stoked for the awesome feedback fellas! I was trying to work out how to film this so that it was easy to follow and in the end found myself sitting on the floor hunched forward with my arms chicken winged out wrapping around the camera haha. Seemed unco at the time but when I watched the footage back it looked pretty great!

[@robertm4050]

Hey Briggsy, I am sure you probably already know this, but if you pin this comment it will be the first thing everyone sees. Great video and good to see some new content on your channel. Can't wait for part 4 of the new MT series it has been awesome.

[@Briggsy]

Cheers mate, yeah I forgot to pin it! Part 4 of Stranded slows down a bit in fish action but is still a cool day. Then part 5 we go freshwater fishing up some stream/waterfall zone and that was really cool, I hope it comes out on camera as good as the day was!

[@robertm4050]

I am super excited to see you guys in some freshwater. Wish we had fishing like that near me. I am going to cast net a bunch of bunker this week to make chum blocks out of and then to make fermented garden fertilizer too. May not get to fish for GT, so I need to make due with huge schools of bunker, large striped bass, and big bluefish runs.

[@MrChaosRegins]

Love your content pal always good! I live in Ireland so no real need for me to learn this knot (Blue Fin tuna fishing I guess ) but I watched it anyways that's got too stand for something!!

[@ZeusFaber91]

Very good, best fg knot tutorial online!

[@joshjameskiwibushman]

nailed it, that half hitch in the tail is an interesting addition, cheer

[@scott5764]

Absolute best fg knot tutorial ever!!! Clear concise steps and because of how you shot it (lighting, backdrop and settings) I could actually see how the knot takes shape.

[@paulthomas1513]

Searched for ages different ways to tie FG. This method by far the simplest and haven’t had a knot fail. Cheers Mate!

[@Briggsy]

Stoked it’s working for you Mate 👍

[@paulthomas1513]

Hey Bud, been seeing a bit on media re the sc knot finished off with the rositto knot. Some are talking it up but I can now tie your fg almost in the dark after being 6 deep in XXXX bitter cans and never have fail! What do think of the SC?

[@syedmehdi47]

U made it look so simple. There are 1000s of FG videos out there but yours is the best to follow for anyone who is new to FG.. keep up the work mate 👌🏻👌🏻✌🏻

[@Capt.JorgeMoran]

No need to look for any other tutorial on the FG...this was flawless.

[@32degreestowing76]

I’ve been scared of learning this knot So much easier now ive watched this vid! 🤙

[@bartgrider6895]

Best video on youtube for tying FG knot!! Thank you

[@johngr1280]

the most clearest and most understanding video of the FG knot!

[@aaronn.1010]

Thank you for the crystal clear up close video shown at a reasonable pace so someone can learn. So many knot videos seem like they filmed it across the room tied with 4lb test or are trying to do it so fast to show how good they are lol. Great content as always,I wish you the best!!!

[@TRW072]

That is THE best FG demo on KZbin. An excellent 'version' of the knot obviously based on putting tackle to the ultimate test. Very cleary demonstrated and articulated. Thanks for sharing.

[@tyronjohnson6840]

This is the only Braid to Leader knot I use every fishing trip, I've probably used it 50 or more times now and not once have I lost a fish due to knot breakage. Thanks briggsy for the wicked knot yeww 🤙🤙

[@dahhhkness9706]

I've used this knot for about a year now. I fish sharks from the beach when I can and this knot has never failed. Thanks briggsy

[@FlyFisherGolfing]

210409, I don't understand 489 people don't like this knot. Well done Briggsy keep the video coming! Cheers Man!

[@jamesmackey8332]

Finally, an FG knot tutorial where I can actually see what's happening. Good show.

[@bryce8174]

This is the stupidest F'ing knot ever

[@gazza1252]

Thank you mate. Hands down the best mono to braid knot I’ve ever tied. Much appreciated.

[@oldhickory3028]

Thanks a ton Briggys for not only showing us how you tie your FG knot but doing it slow enough to follow along. I really wanted to learn how to tie it from you since I've seen the kind of wear and tear you're knots go through and hold up. For bass fishing here in Florida I've always used the blood knot. But now I will most definitely be using the FG knot for all my saltwater applications. Thanks bro.

[@crowman5936]

I've watched a handful of FG knot video's and have to say yours is the best with clarity of tying the knot. I've been using the Uni to Uni for over 20 years in the salt with no problems but I'm going to use the FG this year to compare. Keep making instructional video's now and again as we like to see what the other side of the world is doing in the fishing world.

[@hoodlum7210]

Best fg video on KZbin by far.

[@RadReelingFishing]

I just started using the FG right before I caught my largest fish ever from shore. I'm so glad I made the change. It seems like people find there individual ways for finishing off the knot. I always enjoy your videos and the Morning Tide adventures too. Thanks!

[@SethBricel]

I’ve tried a bunch of different FG techniques and this video is still my favorite- thanks for making it!

[@davidcollins1705]

Thanks! I’m used to tying an FG on my 6lb braid rig. Just got a new reel with 50lb braid, you really have to pull it hard to make it stick - max power basically. It was letting go during the cast or unwrapping at the end. Your KZbin and russiuto version fixed it. 🤙🏿

[@heysogo]

Man Briggsy this is by far the best knot video! Not just got FGs but all knots! Your first person, portrait style angles and dark background help us viewers really see how it’s done. I would love to see you do it with the knot you use to tie your leader to your lure!

[@Briggsy]

I just use a Uni Knot with 4 wraps to lure but get asked all the time so I'll have to make a film showing it!

[@heysogo]

Briggsy thanks! And yes please do a video!

[@fifis101]

Good to see you use this method. Best way to do the FG as it keeps it tight the whole time you tie it.

[@TheAutisticAngler]

Best ever video of tying the FG knot. Thanks Briggsy

[@fishingwithlee9519]

I use this knot since 2015 and it's the best

[@MacbookPro211999]

the best and most practical fg knot video

[@CoryFalde175]

This is my favorite FG knot video, and I've watched quite a few of them

[@josephkim6037]

This is hands down the BEST fg knot tutorial there is on KZbin. I learnt how to do it straight away, very simple yet strong knot. I used to wrap braid onto my fingers and tie a fg for eging or light spinning but it never really worked for heavy spinning setups. Thank you so much Briggsy, you’re a legend. I will definitely send you my BIIIGGGG catches on instagram. Frothin for the next vid! #1 Briggsy fan from Sydney! YEEEWWWWW🔥🔥

[@Briggsy]

Stoked it helped so much mate! Yew!

[@xXclusive808x]

The best, clearest and detailed FG tutorial available. The Risotto knot is a great finish for the FG. Thanks.

[@marymitropoulos2937]

Hey mate, seen a heap of fg knot videos before this one and I was struggling. You make it look so easy. Your video was the only one I could follow easily and I've done four of my rods already. Champion effort! I'm bloody stoked I've finally learnt how to tie it. Thanks!!!

[@overlander99]

This is by far the best way to tie FG knot!!! Never failed me!! Thank you so much!! Subscribed!!

[@davidvera2820]

Hands down the best step by step video to make the best strong " bad ass " knot !!

[@phillipraskatos9116]

Thanks mate just tied my first FG Knot - followed step by step perfect first time.

[@Mahogany11]

That extra toss over the main line and leader before the rizutto is the icing on the cake for me, keeps the twists together before cinching it down. Great video briggsy!

[@douglynch9012]

I think you're the first person I've seen that addresses the sharp edge of the tag end of the mono. I think melting the end is great way to solve that issue.

[@jermainejohnson8345]

You guys are very informative, I've watched 100 of videos on this knot and couldn't get it, watched this vid last night and got it on the first try, and I feel comfortable with the knot, keep em coming

[@fuckusername87]

Cheers Briggsy I'm gonna have to finally try the fg after your vid. Wicked easy to follow and clear steps. Thanks brother

[@kemuelkenazbicar4237]

tried almost all fg knot and different types of locks but this is THE most effective and THE most strongest ive ever done. thanks man

[@ajgeiger7417]

Frothy man. That was the best fg tutorial I've ever watched! I'm a bass fisherman from NE and was introduced to morning tide through Jon B and I'm so glad. Keep it up!!

[@chalkss]

I have been struggling with fg knots and this was the one tutorial slow enough and detailed enough to teach me. Thanks legend.

[@pakde8002]

Had the same experience...every now and then just check back in for a refresher course. Posted in May 2018 and currently at over 600k views. Ok 200 views were from me because I just couldn't get it right, but it's still monumental for a video about a knot. Actually, as good as your fishing action videos are, your (albeit, few and far between) tutorials are even better IMHO. Happy to say I can now tie nearly every fishing knot including the world's best FG knot aka Briggsy's FG knot. Thanks a ton Briggsy.

[@thor_6886]

Very interesting, Briggsy. The Salt Strong guys (US blokes who've done a lot of knot contests etc) do two half hitches after the 20 turns before letting off the pressure. Then they pull hard on both mainline and leader to do the discoloured thng. They say not tightening at that point is the number one issue that causes failure with the FG. Then they cut the leader tag, then more half hitches and optional Rizzuto. I've never seen the order of the Rizzuto and the half hitches done your way, and I've never seen the tightening done hard on the Rizzuto. Very neat job, so i'll give it a go! Funny how you, Brooksy and John Cahill all have different methods.

[@jhuntnfish6872]

Thank you first time fishing in the salt last weekend. Used your fg knot with 65lbs braid to 60lbs mono. Was able to get a 6 foot black tip reef shark to the boat. Pulling it around a marker buoy cable with no problems approx weight was 100lbs and took 150yrds of line on first 2 runs or more. After doing 4 or more rods I noticed that if it kinked a little I just pulled the mono back strait be for I trimmed and finished the knot. Thanks agin Briggsy!

[@vinsentpeteh4886]

Great video Briggsy, one of the best out there. Wanted to ad another small improvment at least it is to me. As I was tying the knot when got to the part where you need to burn the leader to create that cup which prevents the knot to slide off, couldn't get the cup to be smooth so it doesn't cut in the braid under tension. So I took a NAIL FILE and semoothend the leader into a nice round shape. Don't know if anyone else had the same problem but thought it might be useful. The ledaer is 0,52mm thick, maybe that happens only with smaller leaders. Cheers and tight lines :DDDDDDDD

[@Briggsy]

Good idea mate, I think the brand of leader makes a fair bit of difference to that end shape after burning as well.

[@bretthadden6985]

Briggsy I've thought my son this knot he is 12 and he nailed it . Step by step the best fg knot ever. The briggsy knot

[@arielee343]

Thanks for the tutorial man,it's help me more easy to follow these step.I use your FG's style from the days i learn how to cast until this day and i caught a couple of fresh water fish without any problems.Thanks man.

[@ananndt]

I've used this method for my FGs since this video came out. it has never failed.

[@amoshagan7645]

One of the best tutorials on tying ive watched mate . frothing to get out and try my new skills on the coast for Uk Bass mate

[@justinellis2411]

Last comment 4 years ago.... until now!!!. I'm a triangle fg knot guy as I find it easier but I'm really digging the finishing knot. I really like the idea of no hitches on the main line. Great idea!!!

[@owengray5778]

Definitely the best tutorial on the actually pulling up of the knot I've seen- nice work man

[@Briggsy]

Cheers Mate!

[@Stickinit]

Thanks for the tutorial. From Colorado mountain tiny trout angler having this info in the tool box for my limited ocean time make it better to feel a little more comfortable on the big fishing rigs. Thanks again.

[@Karpediem28]

Haha that was sooo clear. Puts every other tutorial to shame. Good on yah 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@justonemorecast]

The most clear video of the rizzuto finish I've found!! Thanks!

[@alexv7273]

Dude, i have to say that i loved you just by that video. Im a fun of JonB and i saw your chan in his discription, i was scrolling in your chan and saw this video, and i was like.. pffff ok one more how to FG... but... DAMN! I MADE IT! FIRST TIME EVER FOR ME MAKING SUCCESSFUL FG KNOT. Thank you man. Keep it up.

[@wuquanchi]

Thank you for the video Briggsy . I wanted to share my way to melt the tag end of the leader. heat up a needle or hook and then touch the tag-end just enough to melt it, it prevents burning the braid instead of the monoline.

[@kyeporter6676]

best FG video watch it and then tied my first ever FG

[@jaybonel5007]

Thanks Briggsy. I love the way you tie this knot. It’s a game changers.

[@greatwhitesfishingadventur2273]

Briggsy , Best FG Tutorial Ever !!!! Cheers !!!!!

[@eliandzacsfishin765]

nice videos michael

[@tristandeshon5297]

Love your demo of a fairly difficult knot to tie …… I have used this video multiple times as a reference and sent it to friends

[@michaelrosenquist6293]

Thanks mate, probably the best FG knot-demo I've seen so far. I'v watched a lot of your fishing videos, and I've seen the fish you've pulled out from the rocks, so I would feel very confident to try it your way. If it comes undone, it's probably because I didn't do it right. This knot takes time to master. Heading to Rangiroa soon, we'll see what happens. If you've been there...tips are welcome ")

[@Briggsy]

Hi Mate yeah just test the knot a bunch of times (pull it till it snaps) and make sure you're happy with it before takin it out on the water. Never been there but looks amazing from what i just googled, Good luck!

[@TheKala270]

This is the best FG knot and it worked for me. It stays in tacked, strong and clean. Thanks Briggsy

[@mjh5437]

"intact"

[@jaradwhite9352]

This is how I tie mine as well. I tried it with half hitches to lock it in and they always came undone until I found a video doing it like this. Good Job.

[@skalliwag2766]

That was brilliant, going to Cuba soon so will practise your fg

[@ryancook8836]

Briggsy bro awesome technique. I've been trying to tie this knot many different ways and I tried your way one time and it's the simplest way I've found to do it. Thanks for the video love the Chanel keep it up brother. Tight lines

[@jmurray66655]

Great video on tying the FG Knot, personally I come from the less is more with this knot and never go past 15 wraps and after 15 years have never had a failure that wasn’t from operator error 👍

[@Pre_K]

btw You are one of the best filmmakers on youtube. Even a bit better than jonbRoll. You've got those sick soundtracks. Lookin forward to some psycho fishing and epic edits on your next film.

[@Quagula]

This is VERY EASY to tie. Thanks for being so clear and to the point

[@kreamsdreams4210]

This taught me how to do my first fg and I’m stoked

[@MrBmfg91]

Without a doubt the Best video out there for figuring out the rizutto finish. Thanks man

[@JESUS_Is_KING573]

Cool video man. Got it first time. Thanks👍

[@magwamagwa45110]

great video, I use 30 ft of shock leader and most all wind knots come from those little tags catching on a guide when casting ( or the spool is a bit to full) so get them close and you should have no problem, you guys absolutely rock fishing GT's love the videos.....it is on my bucket list..

[@aldindzekic3787]

This is the best fg knot video every made so easy to follow and great job explaining I just made my first fg know thanx a lot man

[@nemesisslr]

I am so happy you did this. I used to have trouble with heavier lines and the FG knot. I use 150lb mono to 100lb braid for Conger fishing. I use such heavy mono as I am fishing over rocks and it is basically a rubbing leader. I found the ordinary knot would come undone but with this one I landed 4 Conger to 21lb in one night.

[@Briggsy]

Really stoked to hear it mate!

[@VeritasEIREAequitas]

Frothing first... cant wait for that episode 4 of stranded !

[@Briggsy]

It's a more chilled day but still some good fish, part 5 we go freshwater fishing which was pretty rad!

[@robertm4050]

WTF... Gotta let people know there is a spoiler! Part 5 with freshwater would have been a huge surprise. It is all ruined for me now....

[@caglarugur]

Thanks to you I stopped using half-hitches and finish FG and PR knots with Rizzuto mate. Much simpler, and much smoother, I don't know why I ever used those half-hitches before.

[@911blackadder]

One of the best content in KZbin!

[@jie000]

Thanks Briggsy, best finish to an FG, sexy as! Makes a big difference through the guides. I would always struggle with fg finishers they would always fray and quickly deteriorate. My go to now!

[@hairyscone]

You're the man Briggsy

[@HongkeyKong]

Everyone practice this. I've been stuffing around with various details of FG knot, but this is by far the best and most comprehensive.

[@zachjozwik9805]

best how to, using this for Murray Cod this summer :) Thanks briggsy-

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Best FG tute Briggsy, clear and to the point..... even I could tie a ripper FG, thanks mate!!

[@Delbzy]

Skitzzzy! ive been kooking the FG for way to long time to learn it, cheers bra yew

[@snaxs2000]

Today the FG knot goes mainstream. Thanks for spending the time on making a high quality video on the FG. The lighting is perfect.

[@eddifahmed]

Best FG tutorial, after this we can name it Briggsy's knot not FG any more.

[@geo1698]

Has it ever failed on you lule has it ever broke i want to do it but idk it its so good

[@daviddellariva]

Thank you for showing the importance of setting the knot! It’s the only way the FG works properly! Nice job!

[@lonely182guy]

How good was this video!!!!!

[@ashrafdaniel24]

Best tutorial fg knot ever. Seriously. More clearer, slower and clean. Thank you!!

[@SilentPestSolutions]

Your the man briggsby!!😂

[@richardgreen9325]

i love the effort you have put into the quality vision i do mine a little different with half hitches then rosuto i trim and burn the leader before sinching down i have bugger all teath so i start out threading the line through all the guides and making a loop on the reel handle setting the drag as you make the knot a bit off line lets go tention held by the drag and a bit of rod bend

[@patrickgreenfield1361]

Hangin out for Stranded part 4!

[@philash6399]

Brilliant version of this knot and a great video showing it. The blobbing of the leader is something I've always done and a carry over from UK carp fishing rigs. Nice one Briggsy.

[@TheFishingStyle]

Been looking for a GOOD video on how to tie an FG with a rizzuto finish. By the way what camera is this filmed on the footage looks sick.

[@Briggsy]

Stoked you liked it mate, the camera's a RX100v5, if you follow the Morningtide films it's the camera I put in the water housing for the slow mo shots on those films and also my main vlogging camera. Another good one that can get similar shots to the RX (but for half the price) is the G7Xm2 which both Cavy and Brooksy use for their vlogs, it just doesn't have the same high frame rate/slowmo stuff.

[@TheFishingStyle]

Briggsy Yeah cool I thought it was filmed with a DSLR, cool never thought a point and shoot could deliver footage like that.

[@steelethetidefishing8495]

You've recommended this before but didnt think to ask. Do you use the "underwater bundle" water housing or did you find a better or cheaper aftermarket housing? Curious how it affects the view and such. I know the one issue with gopros and the design of the lense housing is it catches water so it's hard to get a clear underwater to above water shot sometimes..

[@steelethetidefishing8495]

Also, would you mind sharing what settings you use for those slow mo shots? I know it goes up to like 900+ fps but sometimes theres downsides as well. Esp if you have to switch at the moment you dont always have the time to do that.

[@turbostyler]

Great tutorial Briggsy; I'll share a couple of my observations/experiences with the FG knot. As long as you put the tension throughout the knot and get it to bite into the leader you'll never have a failure from the strength of the knot. I tie my wraps differently (like Nathan from Big Angry Fish), however I reckon your way is better from a consistency point of view as long as you keep the same pressure in the line. I also finish my FG with half hitches, instead of the rizzuto finish. I concede though my knot has come undone multiple times tying it this way. I've observed the knot failures and each time it kept coming back to cutting the tag end of the leader too snugly against the knot. As I cast the last bit of the knot goes over that tag end and it slowly unravels, and ultimately fails. I now leave about 2mm tag from the leader and after a dozen or so casts the knot settles in and sits snug. The burning of the line sort of addresses this issue, however I think it's superfluous as leaving that extra big of tag does the same and when you wind in you don't have that bulbous bit catching on the guide.

[@Briggsy]

I used to tie mine that way and did have some failures, i think the line in the teeth method is a bit more fool proof for that constant tension you talk about. Some mates can do that other method consistently though, so I think I was just kooking it somewhere along the way.

[@turbostyler]

Briggsy yep I know what you mean. I'm super careful with the wraps because you don't want one tighter than the other. I'm going to experiment with finishing the wraps off with a half hitch then rizzuto. I think that's probs the best. Thanks for the comment back, keep up the great work!