Doing THIS Will CHANGE How You Fish...

[@JoMiHoppe]

Hardest working, and most informatinal fishing channel out there. Great content as usual.

[@TylersReelFishing]

I appreciate that!

[@todd6153]

🙌🙌 absolutely love his channel

[@markphilippsjr]

💯

[@alaye5583]

Hardest working and most informational? Or The most informational hardworking channel?

[@fundamentawellness9562]

I started fishing all of my bait casters on braid to leader because of Matt and Tim as well! It is honestly so much better. I use theAlberto knot, and have had zero issues with the strength of theknot. It is also not a very large knot, so comes through the guides easily. It’s also so simple to tie.

[@Woefman911]

Yeah they use to use blood knot, i like blood knot on spinning if i use long long leader, but this was pre learning fg knot

[@NathanPrintz]

A lot harder to catch fish without the electronics, but I appreciate you doing it. Every time you threw in, I didn’t expect you to pull something out like in the past. When you did hook a fish, it was more exciting to watch.

[@rayfernandez5949]

I won a local tournament with one bait and nothing else . Some people just know how to get bit.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Haven’t scoped in a while 👍🏼

[@babadeedee]

My favorite is when you sit on the front of your boat with the lake and trees behind you to teach us. Really great backdrop.

[@corettahamlin5900]

Thank you Tyler, for reinforcing my decision to use braid to fluorocarbon.

[@Henrique-vc2se]

I always used fluoro to braid, mostly because I go out with 1 or 2 rods. Learned this with a top brazilian fisherman and he uses FS knot for HUGE peacock bass. Never lost a fish because of the know, and everytime I got snagged, it ALWAYS broke in the knot connecting the lure or snap, not the lines. A tip: take a torch lighter (torch type is important when there is wind) with you and BURN the tips of the lines, both fluoro (it creates a small bud that prevents the braid from slipper) and braid (it prevents the unbraiding in the tip). Berkley also has a heat line cutter that it works!

[@DavidBronstein1961]

Another vote here for the Alberto knot. It’s not as skinny as the FG knot so forget about using micro guides. But mid-micro and up, it’s fine. And it’s super easy to learn and tie.

[@josue_rodz3605]

Ott Defoe's FG knot instructional video is the best out there. Super easy and detailed.

[@bassallure]

THIS ... Ott Defoe video was the one that helped me conquer the FG knot

[@andrewparry8559]

Me too! This is my favorite video for the fg knot 😊

[@Hinkle.Fishing]

Been doing this for about 2 years now because of what Tim and Matt have said, FG knot is definitely the only way! Love the vids man.

[@markphilippsjr]

It's crazy when you reference Tim and Matt , because I started watching their videos, and that led me to braid to floro and I never turned back. 😅

[@GaryAnderson87]

Same here lol. It gets annoying tying leaders to 10 combos some days but the pros heavily outweigh the cons for me

[@markphilippsjr]

@@GaryAnderson87 I actually have turned it into a therapeutic session I'll redo all my leaders on days where I can't get out and fish and the bite socks or I've got too many honeydews so I just sit in the old garage time leaders watching videos

[@GaryAnderson87]

@@markphilippsjr Haha me too. I’ll put on a podcast or fishing video and take my time for a couple hours. It can be a pain if you’re caught unprepared before a trip

[@hadeztv9866]

The GMAN FG Knot vid was the ticket for learning how to do it for me. Guy keeps it real simple :)

[@bradleyrcrockett]

Great video, I've been doing braid to fluoro leaders for a while but have been using the alberto knot instead of FG due to ease of tying - I need to put the time in to learn the FG like you did. One thing I definitely agree with you on is not allowing your knot to get into the reel - I don't let the knot go lower than the first guide above the reel. Think it was Flukemaster who said it's always that first guide that gives the knot a beating and that's worked for me!

[@hesster8]

Bruh. The hawk sound was PERFECT! LOL 😂

[@whalescience8831]

I run braid with leader on nearly every rod. Used to run FG knots but switched to alberto for easier/faster tying. Have had zero issues. If you set your combo up well the knot to leader will almost never be the weak point of the system.

[@MrBoSlangles]

Been waiting on this video. Great info buddy. Getting better every day because of your videos and always appreciate the comments.

[@DanielBoone337]

1 thing I definitely learned playing around with the FG knot on baitcasters is I had to lighten up the rods I use and back the drag off more then normally because even with going with a 25lb leader my leader would break right at my FG knot if I cracked them hard. Another thing I learned fishing docks or flipping heavy wood if your leader wasn't long enough I would actually hang my knot which wasn't a huge deal but aggravating. I also hated using braid to leader throwing any of my offshore dragging techniques (football jigs, Carolina rigs, big worms, ect...) and didn't like throwing moving baits like bladed jigs or spinnerbaits. There are some positives and definitely worth trying out but it's very situational for me...

[@carlodeblasio3968]

I came to the FG knot braid to fluoro the same way. I do a 14ft leader though and do reel the leader and knot into the spool. Learned the pinky method from Salt Strong ass well. Great content, young man!

[@AcornFox]

when i grew up, fishing shows were mostly just commercials with some fishing peppered in. i love youtube for this. obviously you gotta make money with sponsor spots n'at, but i love how info dense your videos are. you actually explain what youre doing and why. definitely one of my faves.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Really appreciate the kind comment!

[@LastCastOutdoors1]

My favorite way to rig my baitcaster is braid to fluro! Its great for fishing all baits topwater, jigs, t-rigs, and to top it off easier to change baits in my opinion!

[@granvillej3316]

Tyler your videos never disappoint thank you for sharing. I’ve learn so much from your channel and you have a world of knowledge to share! In couple of weeks I will be purchasing my fishing license and some start up fish and tackle gear all from your channel I can’t wait to use what I’ve learned! Tight lines take care and God bless!!

[@bdkbdk8005]

I have always used the Daiwa Sokkou Knot Tying Tool to connect braid and FC or Mono and it is great! Takes a fraction of the time compared to the FG knot and haven't lost any fish.

[@joestaton8028]

Great content and testimonial. I love the FG (AKA Chinese Handcuff we played with as kids). My leader breaks before the FG - as long as it is tied right, no abrasion, etc.

[@rickyd865VOL]

Tyler and anyone that wants a quick video that teaches you to tie the fg knot without all the tight lines and finger wraps. It’s with no tension and so simple. I learned it from Nauti Knots. You will be so pleased. You can tie sitting on a rocking boat. Really so simple and explains how to finish it in the right direction so never will pull loose again. Just wanted to share a lil knowledge to those who struggle with the fg like I did. No way affiliated with nauti knots. Just thankful. Btw Tyler I love my Nfnt shirt. Just what I was expecting. God speed friends.

[@TylersReelFishing]

I’ll check it out, thanks!

[@keithbassett1903]

God I love your channel, ive learned some really great things about bass from you this year and I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart, it's greatly appreciated

[@jpcampbell]

In salt water, we just tie to a swivel snap. Then we rig up a bunch of lures with 20” 30lbs leader with a loop knot at the end. Makes for quick change on the fly. Works well as we have to let the lures hang anyway to cast them far. Based on the number of fish we have caught over the decades and even this week, there is no downside. But would be interesting to try this knot for bass fishing. Great content as always.

[@FEAR_DaCoachYT]

Tyler you’re speaking right to me brotha. I never liked tying braid to anything lol now I need to try

[@okitailsnscales1707]

Awesome topic I learned the f.g. about 3 years ago I still have the same braid on my bait caster I bought the same year and I fish a lot I use a walking bait it's my favorite top water braid FG and about 6 foot of fluro just try it

[@marlinknable8476]

Coming from inshore saltwater to bass fishing I just continued to use the braid to flouro with zero issues. With that said if you back lash bad enough it’s easier to just buy a new reel. 😂

[@jordankirsch426]

Braid to fluoro is where it’s at! Red label seems to be stronger than invisx which makes it a better leader line at least from my experience. Keep testing! Excited to see if you make the switch on moving baits too.

[@TylersReelFishing]

I’m really loving Grand Max

[@spud4450]

So, I keep a cigarette lighter in the boat. You can very carefully melt the braid after finishing the knot and the tag won’t poof up. Makes it slide through guides a bit better. Just super careful not to damage the main lines

[@adammitchell3462]

I only started useing a casting combo last year and ive used braid to leader the whole time. I fish from a kayak and that braid gives you killer hook setting power,which is important on a kayak

[@jpgtr84]

I can't tell you how many times I've watched the @saltstrong fg knot video. Now all my reels, both spinning and baitcasting have a mono backer, braid mainline and fluorocarbon leader.

[@dwarren01]

Tie the FG knot on your gear at home. (Salt Strong is the best video!) I recommend cutting the floro tag end then doing 6-8 alternating half-hitches to finish it. Tie the Crazy Alberto knot while on the boat. You get the FG knot wrong it’s going to come loose. Thank Tyler for the great content!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Definitely need to learn the Alberto too

[@MattHeere]

I went braid to fluoro when I first picked up a baitcaster. Braid is way easier to pick out the inevitable birds nests, and the durability makes it pretty cheap over time. Alberto knot is bigger than the FG by one diameter of your leader material, but it's way faster and easier to tie, especially as the line sizes go down and I've never had one break. When you make your FG knot video - try it with some BFS sized gear like 10lb braid to 4lb floro :)

[@snackyxchan]

FG knot is superior for braid to fluoro, just make sure to do like 5 or so half hitches around the fluoro and then another 5 or so after cutting the excess fluoro off. Some guides say 2 is enough, which it can be but I've lost my leaders with just 2 half hitch knots

[@Woefman911]

I just learned fg knot, sometimes have to start over, but got it. For me was tie loop knot around reel handle. I've felt light line is hardest, say for drop shot.

[@georgiabowhunter]

Salt Strong definitely has the best method for tying the FG knot. I learned it from them.

[@BassFishingHQ]

“I’m transitioning the channel to carp” 😂😂😂

[@TylersReelFishing]

Lots of carp anglers round here

[@leonbrowning3695]

FG braid to a 20-30 lbs mono leader works good for for baits with treble hooks like topwater walking baits and stuff because it can keep the hooks from hooking your braid and tangling up and to straighten the mono you can pinch it in between your fingers and pull it threw a few times(if your fingers are less sensitive) or you can pinch it in a leather belt and pull it threw.....the mono gives just a Lil stretch and shock absorption too so it'll keep you from pulling hooks out

[@devondadude420]

Great content. Always glad to see Tyler post.

[@onionblasted]

I bout spit up my fresca with "this guy pulls chicks". Hilarious

[@TylersReelFishing]

Bet he does tho

[@grahamlatter3230]

All my baitcaster & spinning reels have braid, I use these outfits for bass & redfish, have always used the FG knot, sometimes change the leaders depending on the environment & type of fish I'm trying to catch. I also use to struggle sometimes with pitching jigs etc with around 6' leaders, FG knot catching the front guide especially with short pitches because the rod hadn't straightened out yet & pointed at the target, the knot wasn't going straight out through the front guide. The way I fixed this issue was to use much longer leaders, I usually do 3 arm lengths (18'), hence on short pitches the knot doesn't make it out of the guides, so no issues. I nearly always use monofilament leaders since my bass & redfish fishing are in quite stained waters which also mean I don't have to worry about my wallet when peeling of 18' every time. Also I have noticed the FG knot tightens down on a monofilament leader much easier than fluorocarbon, fluorocarbon doesn't allow the braid to compress & tighten onto the leader as easily.

[@krisramos7453]

I'm exclusively braid to leader unless I'm frogging or whatever and its straight braid. I use the alberto knot for everything. Up to 15lb leader that knot works flawlessly. However when I use it on 17lb and higher the knot is too bulky. I think I need to take the time to learn the FG knot for the heavy line applications.

[@rich.24.]

3:35 a bass jumps right next to the boat 😅

[@donbarks7730]

Up size your guide tip just a little bit bigger. It’ll help with the soft flips. Casting rods have a small tip compared to a spinning rod. A fletcher shyrock trick that works well

[@Ardeact]

I run my setup with mono backing, braid to rod-length fluoro leader, and a very small profile snap that's rated for 25 lbs. The reason why I use a snap is so I don't get to a short leader and have to retie. Of course sometimes that leader will get damaged and I'll have to change it anyways, but I think my setup is the most efficient. In terms of practically and saving a bit of money.

[@moto_rad]

Snaps are nice to quickly play with lure color changes and such without needing 20 rods onboard!

[@dtps_champion6016]

what kind of snap specifically?

[@Ardeact]

@@dtps_champion6016 These teardrop shaped crankbait snaps I bought from Amazon. They're actually rated for 35lbs, but they're TINY. Despite their size, I pull them through grass and snags, and they never bend or deform.

[@Ardeact]

@@moto_rad For me I needed to figure out what the bass wanted without wasting time. My lure changes can be fast enough to throw them situationally, for example when I see a good pile of cover and I want to quickly change to a frog or jig.

[@Article15Angling]

​@@dtps_champion6016I use the topwater branded ones and love them

[@danielhong9971]

I use a tiny tiny swivel for braid to flouro regardless of style of reel

[@treverbrown1692]

I only own a few rod combos so i use braid to leader on everything

[@mayn90s19]

Same Except I did buy a rod/reel recently that came with mono on it, and turns out, it's a pretty good catfish rod 😂

[@isam950]

If you put a few granny knots with the braid after you cut the leader tag end it slips right in the tip guide

[@johnblaha5692]

Braid to leader with an f g is awesome 👌 Also saves a ton on Flouro

[@TylersReelFishing]

For sure!

[@Nealstone10]

Coming to my neck of the woods in texas! Looking forward to it!!!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Hope to see you there!

[@Nealstone10]

What day are we fishing ?😅

[@joneitson2113]

FG knot is crazy strong. I go through phases of braid to leader or straight flouro for casting set up. Usually I get tires of having to re tie then switch back. Lol

[@AdamRyanA]

I liked this format a lot! You teaching while fishing

[@retflo2583]

Matt & Tim strike again.... Good one Tyler !

[@jakerancourtcomedy4799]

Loved the KVD video. I'm also in Michigan and have a new Daiwa tatula TW 100 coming today actually. I was really looking into trying the braid to fluoro on that setup actually and this just sealed the deal to give it a shot. I do have to practice the FG first though 😂

[@GLOCKsh00ter24]

I've got braid to fluoro on all but one of my casting reels. Mainly because I'm too lazy to replace line anywhere near as frequently as I should. I agree with you about the double Uni knot, I've had a couple leaders break off with that knot. The Alberto seems to work well enough. If you put out an FG tutorial I'll give it a shot.

[@todd6153]

What length leader you run?

[@denym7774]

Love your content. Good energy and very informative. I just started braid to leader on baitcasters last year. I started with the albero and had problems with it so I learned the fg and WOW everyone says it's harder to tie. I find it fairly easy tbh. I usually tie a over hand loop knot and put it around the reel knob creating the tension. Keep up the good work.

[@kurtvogel9431]

Look forward to seeing a video showing your new bow electronics changes including the mounts. Thanks for the video.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Already done that! It was back in January

[@kurtvogel9431]

@@TylersReelFishing Thank-you

[@delcrowell1273]

I have used braid to mono for years, using the crazy Alberto, with zero problems. Just a thought.

[@02monterosport16]

I'm am here early, and I ain't complaining. Tyler your awesome

[@donaldferris1638]

Good video Tyler. I just hate doing those connection knots. And more kayak content if you don’t mind

[@Eng0914]

From one of your previous video on the FG knott, I have one baitcaster set 35lb braid to 20lb, tried my 15lb seagaur flouro but it kept sliding out the FG. Ran with a juice jig and got a 2 and 4 lb lgmouth. Have a Spinny set to 15lb seagur smack down braid with 12 lb flouro run a jig head on it, it really out distances my other spinning setup. Credit to you for tying an FG on the boat, too much movement for me.

[@stevoky]

Ott Defoe has the best instructional for the FG super easy

[@moto_rad]

Try a blood knot! Theres a trick to use a little stick if you find it in the youtube shorts. Thats my favorite method.

[@buchie7439]

i’ve recently started doing this i just can’t stand how much harder it is to cast a baitcaster with straight fluro braid is just so much easier to cast

[@Alpha_Donk]

Shocked you didn’t mention the other the main reason I also love leader lines. You don’t have to re spool as often since you are not tying directly to your main line you are not going to be loosing your main line when you change lures and stuff.

[@JonJonsOutdoors]

Crawler on the riprap is killer! Just a heads up😂😂👊🏻 I have also hated braid to fluro on a bait caster!! Ok ok time to learn a new knot right?!?😂😂 Ok I’ll finish the vid for the deets.

[@tillmannoneya6941]

I just switched to braid on chatter bait rod. N I also always have to watch video for fg knot.

[@busta6289]

My favorite is the slim beauty knot. Haven't given me a problem yet.

[@mulder5118]

Love to see ya up here in Vermont at some point

[@twiggsherman3641]

"FG KNOT in under a Minute" by Pelagic Pursuit is the video title. The guy shows how to tie the FG knot with just your fingers. Takes a bit to learn, but it's super quick doing it that way. I can tie an FG knot with 10 lb braid and an 8 lb sunline leader no problem. The thicker the fluoro the easier it is, but once you get the feel for it, it's nothing. No using your teeth, none of that stuff. Also cut your braid tag end a bit longer, then use a lighter to melt it down. You won't end up with fraying like you have.

[@DragRacingMediaOfThePast]

Double Uni is one of the weaker leader knots so that would absolutely contribute to breaking off more fish. Seen it in my own experience, as well as a channel called Bass Fishing HQ tested multiple different leader knots, and double uni was among the weakest, it broke at an average of like 20 or 30% less weight than the line was rated for, while others retained much more of the original line strength. The FG knot was the strongest by far.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Berger makes some great test videos

[@neilgwinn7378]

I really didn’t think the fg knot was that hard to learn. And I’m not that smart. Thanks buddy

[@TylersReelFishing]

You’re a genius

[@JoeLibrizzi]

You just mentioned a knot and I can guess what's coming - FG knot FTW!!!

[@raygissendanner1476]

I wish I could be there I would just like to meet you guys and maybe do a little fishing with yall great video and information

[@kylerocca203]

If you’re pitching around with a 7’ rod and 6’ of line is out to make a pitch, just cut your leader down to 5’ and it’ll never do into the guides while flipping

[@frank3283]

Maybe I'll give this a go. I tried straight flouro for the first time the other day, I hate how it feels/casts. Maybe this is the ticket, best of both lines?

[@markphilippsjr]

FG knot is my only knot. Its a great knot....

[@HBeretta]

give the shin fukae knot a shot...15-20 wraps and much easier and quicker than the FG Knot. should be able to youtube his knot.

[@stevenvanetti6507]

Tyler, have you tried the Red Philips knot for braid to flouro? It's reeeeealy small and veeeeery strong.

[@I.like.fishing.60]

Try the Alberto knot. I think it’s easier to tie and it’s only failed me once

[@I.like.fishing.60]

Love the editing this video 🔥😂

[@MWDrone]

"This guy pulls chicks" I cannot rn

[@TXBankBoyz]

Love it! What rod/ reel combo do you use as the most versatile? Lew’s??

[@Smiththebat]

I mean crazy Alberto is easier and very thin, imo. But you can tie it in choppy water in the cold! And my break offs are RARELY at the knot. The sensitivity you get on braid even with cheap rods is a cheatcode. FG kicks ass for fat leaders though, because it’s categorically the thinnest. Where my muskey boys at??

[@brandonwilliams-cm9zv]

Alberto Knot. Can tie it 10x faster and its just as stong or stronger than FG. At the end of the day do what works for you and what makes you confident.

[@BassFisherman13-kw7in]

luv u bro

[@fabriziolamanna]

Do you have a shirt that says. “Chase the shade” because you should :)

[@ericrobinson9340]

I’ve been tying the Salt Strong Modified FG knot for the last year and haven’t had a single failure.

[@Wacky_fisherman]

When you snip the leader and main line leave just a little tag and then burn it down. Leaves a little ball so it won't slip through. Never had one break.

[@Wacky_fisherman]

I do 4 knots then snip and burn then two more and snip then burn and done!

[@Smiththebat]

6:55 just having a master craft would be a dream. But a MONSTER ENERGY STICKER?

[@therealkosmora229]

Just got 20 lb flouro cause im sick of snapping off randomly constantly on 14 lb and 12 lb test. Lost a ton of big fish over the last couple years. I need something strong enough to absorb the shock of my hookset and thats it.

[@matthewmolone9224]

Thought about just using mono? berkley big game doesn’t break on fish and is really really cheap

[@themannwithaplan]

TYLER IS EVOLVING QUICK GET THE MAN A PROPER LEFT HAND REEL STAT!!!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Haha no, I already tried that. Don’t like it

[@woosa42]

I can honestly say that I have never broke a braid to fluoro leader ever using a double uni knot. I can't say that I never had to cut my line tho when using it.🤣

[@John_Alexander09]

Great vid as always Tyler

[@freddyj5845]

What set up/lures would you only use straight fluorocarbon?

[@nextgenclassiccarsofIL]

I just made a huge boat upgrade from what I had before. Ranger, ultrex, livescope/mega 360, dual power poles. It's been a lot of fun for me to use and get comfortable operating them all. But I have a question for you because I see you operating the trolling motor so closely to where youre fishing. Someone in a tournament I just fished with told me I should turn it off and power pole down not to spook the fish. Im just curious what your professional opinion is on this matter from your time out on the water?

[@ReactionGiants]

Can you review the seagar leader spools?

[@BrandonTFishing]

so the leader knot is NOT in the spool from what im understanding? I met a lot of people who have it in the spool with longer leaders

[@SendItVibes]

Does this mean your editor doesn't have to tie your leaders for you anymore?

[@deepintheheartoftx7548]

😂😂😂😂

[@TylersReelFishing]

Haha no I’ll still make him