DIY Fly Line Loop

We bought the Rio (www.rioproducts.com) Mainstream Saltwater fly line for our new Piscifun (www.piscifun.com) Sword fly reel; and made our own fly line loop. Yes, you can use an albright knot or blood knot if you are in a pinch, but if you have the tools and time then why not go all out. Check it out!
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[@EscapingTheCity]

This is by far the best way to put a loop in your fly line. You could also just whip one with 10 or 12lb mono, but this is cleaner looking. I have done it with mono doing a 10 turn snell knot, those loops are still on there after a couple years of heavy use and have not broken. And they cast just fine. Nothing wrong with nail knotting your leader on, but I kinda chuckle when I think about the cult following for some of the popular youtube instructors that are telling people to cut their loops off. I'll reinforce the loop with a snell knot before I go cutting it off, that's crazy talk lol

[@user-we9oe6pr3e]

I used this method....though I only had some lighter thread....but I did use the cement which I'm glad I did as it made it a better connection. I then managed to go out and catch my biggest brown trout ever....monster....and this loop held up perfectly! Thanks Fly Fish TX!!!

[@Obi1kenobi10]

Cool tip! I had always used heat shrink tubing. (Works pretty good for small fish like bluegill and crappie) liked and subscribed

[@ohflyingfoot7071]

Good tutorial video. Very helpful for beginners. Like it

[@FlyFishTX]

Thank you Oliver! Since we had two Piscifun Sword spools, once for Knuckles who is left handed and one for me which I am right handed; we got smart and actually added an extra couple of wraps of bright red thread to Knuckles' spool, so we could easily identify who's is who's. The spools are wrapped in different directions for a left retrieve vs. right retrieve.

[@chairmedia1046]

Love it keep it up. Subbed

[@FlyFishTX]

Thank you JackOnReel! We are very happy you liked the video and our channel! Stay tuned for next week; we are heading to Louisiana for red fish on the fly in the flat water!!!!

[@K40water1]

This was very informative. I'm new to fly fishing, and need help with certain steps along the way. The thing that made me want to subscribe was your Bible verse at the end of your video. I love that!

[@FlyFishTX]

Hi Kevin! First, I am glad you found the video informative. We are getting ready to ramp up our videos again. They won't necessarily be only fly fishing going forward but, saltwater fishing as well. Hopefully we don't run off all our die hard fly fishing folks, lol. Second, thank you for subscribing to FlyFishTX; if you have any questions, please don't hesitate in asking. Nick and I are an open book with our knowledge. Third, for you to know that there is a Bible verse at the end of the video, means you watched the whole thing, lol. We try to share a message periodically in our videos. It's cool you noticed. Tight lines and best of luck with your fishing adventures.

[@Sirskibumsalot]

I use a heat gun and weld my loops , just melt the fly line together and roll it on a table with your fingers ....sorta like rolling dough . then you don't have to use thread or the glue . but your way works good as well and I have done it both ways . good video on this method .

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Very clever

[@alexandergibson7929]

I really like your video sir even the ending Matthew 4:19 I'm going to subscribe to your videos this video expecially really help me out tying a loop on my daughter's fly line. God bless you sir keep your lines tight

[@FlyFishTX]

Hi Alexander! Thank you for your kind words! Glad the video was very helpful. God bless and tight lines as well. FishyB

[@vicentestokic5516]

Excelente 👌!!!!!

[@marcelchaloupka]

Always done my whining a lot shorter and used red nail polish to coat it. Never have had a problem with the loop coming undone.

[@FlyFishTX]

Hi Marcel. More than one way to skin a cat. Always appreciate other options and tips! Tight lines. FishyB

[@Hey_its_Koda]

I cut a tiny bit of fly line at the end. My old leader was in a tight knot and i couldnt get it off so i snip it right at the knot take a bit of fly line. Did i make a mistake? Im new to fly fishing.

[@marconiandcheese7258]

Does the glue not make the tip sink? Could I just use Sally's Tough as Nails? That is what I have for fly tying

[@FlyFishTX]

We haven't noticed that it causes the tip to sink all that much, then again, most flies we have been throwing sink so it really hasn't been an issue for the fishing we have been doing. You could certainly experiment with other glue or epoxy and see what works best for you. Note, you don't need to use a lot of it either! :) Tight lines.

[@jonathanengleka7621]

I’ve used the Hell out Sally’s on about everything manageable on Flyfishing and Tenkara tackle ! Super glue works wonders like you couldn’t imagine! I’m sure you’ve probably experimented I use a lot of things that don’t cater to mainstream commercialism

[@Diddy291]

Even if sink you can add non sink liquid or non sink powder for flies. But if you have sink line that doesn't matter.

[@justinpeters5502]

I've got some guerilla glue epoxy would that work for this or does it have to be fly tieing epoxy

[@scottcampbell7033]

I just use regular super glue but the uv glue is important to keep it smooth so it clears your guides especially if it's on the backing end

[@michaelbaluja232]

"Peace out" Drops bodkin which then explodes into an epic ball of knot tying fury that he walks away from in slow motion without turning around.

[@ipod1978]

Good video bud. Could this be done with a gsp thread?

[@FlyFishTX]

Hi Junior J. I don't see why not.

[@oak8728]

I was actually thought to use gsp for rot issues on standard thread. Either way when I apply AquaSeal after it doesn’t matter really anyways.

[@Feofar1945]

nice

[@jasrobsny]

Is that just regualr tying thread? 6/0? 8/0? UTC can lay down flat I think.

[@FlyFishTX]

Yes sir. It's regular fly tying thread; I don't recall the thickness but it's pretty thick.

[@serjones3365]

I use uni 8/0 'couse just I have it

[@11happychap]

I have found the use of super glue turns the pink thread white when it gets wet and is not as effective as one might think as a indicator on a freshwater line. I see you use yours for salt water fly fishing and can see where the extra strength in super glue would be useful just my thoughts.....Great vid though and is very useful particularly for a learner

[@FlyFishTX]

Thank you for your comment; we really appreciate the feedback! :) Tight lines. FishyB

[@scottcampbell7033]

The uv glue should remedy that

[@FFSDenny]

Instead of using a whip finishing tool, try using a wire loop needle. Just lay the thread over the needle and pull the tag end through it.

[@FlyFishTX]

Yes sir, that is a great way to do it, especially if you are on the water and don't have a whip finishing tool laying around, which we don't carry one either, lol. Thank you for watching! FishyB

[@gordondavies7773]

Or just learn to use your fingers to do a whip finish. It took be ten minutes to learn about 35 years ago!

[@jamescooper2618]

Check out what Flip Pallot says about how fly line loops are bad for your casting. He cuts off every loop and snells a heavy mono butt section to the end of the line. It makes a smaller connection and transfers the casting energy more smoothly. And you dont have to do this ^^^^^

[@gregb8824]

Flip also likes the TFO impact rod so you can't trust the guy.

[@David-cx4wy]

Great Video but i do not recommend this for delicate presentation of flies (dry flies) or species of fish that are Easily spooked ie trout in clear water conditions. There is now WAY to much weight at the tip of your fly line (designed to be in the belly of your line not the tip) and it will produce too much of a splash/ disturbance when this lands in the water. For salt water or salmon on large rivers this would not be a problem.

[@FlyFishTX]

Hi David! I agree with you 100%. This line was specifically for saltwater fishing, striped bass and LMB. You can throw a log chain at most stuff that this line is used for, LOL! Appreciate your comment. FishyB

[@MrKarloz97]

Very cool. Too much work.

[@garynicholson2855]

Been doing this for about 20 yrs works well. I personally think your whipping is too long mind.

[@fancypelusa2863]

That's your opinion - He explained he's fishing the salt so maybe he doesn't want to take chances - Jeez. Give him some credit professor.

[@hanspeterkaeser8267]

Ich

[@whisperingblues9887]

Not a good join at all it makes any flooting line sink like a stone at the tip.

[@Sox_Fan90]

Way too much trouble! I use a simple nail knot.

[@FlyFishTX]

LOL Jay, that is certainly a viable option. :)

[@scottcampbell7033]

Too much trouble until you're fighting a 40 pound striper that pops that nail knot and you watch your fly line disappear into the ocean. If you're fishing for trout sure you're fine