Easiest Way To Tie A FG Knot 2022 : How to

[@travismayne5317]

I know this is an old video but I had to take the time and opportunity to say thanks for creating and sharing this video. I am very much a novice but love my fishing, Going out recently, I appreciated how much the type of braid to leader knot can assist with casting distance or significantly impede it. As someone whom has learnt and become comfortable with joining these two lines with a double uni knot I felt it was important to move away from what was just easy and comfortable to me now and do it right if I was going to go to the time and effort to go out and fish at all. I have watched a few videos prior to this and honestly, this type of knot looked intimidating and too advanced for the amateur fisho like me. Now understanding that something as small can impact both casting and the potential landing of a big fish I spent a few hours today watching a local video on how to tie this knot. I just could not get it and could not follow exactly what this person was doing. I ended giving up but not on the knot. I found this video watched it once and then followed along completing my first FG. Knowing this must have been a fluke, I turned off the video and commenced on competing it again another two times and in comparison to this video....perfect! I then tied the same two lines(being 30lb braid to 50lb leader just for the exercise) with a double-uni knot and the size and bulky nature of this knot compared to the 3 x FGs completed with the same size line was simply unbelievable. I will never ever do a double uni knot again for the time to takes to complete this. Do it once and do it properly. Thank you so much. You have helped me immensely. Travis Melbourne, Australia

[@rblood8076]

That's how I was taught to tie this knot thank you.

[@selinasam615]

Best video ever! I'm a 57yr old retiree going back offshore after 15-year absence. Was intimated by this knot and used to tie the GT knot. But after watching this video, I have to say i was able tie this knot after only one try. It's now my go-to knot for braid to mono/fluoro. So a big thank you Capt Ken (Nauti Knots). Keep up the great work and all the best!

[@flazjsg]

Best video out there on this knot! I wasted my time watching a few other tutorials until I got to this one!

[@a.toddmoore7262]

Dude, finally! So many KZbin videos on this knot, and finally someone has made it easy and quick to tie. Thank you so much for this video! SUBSCRIBE for dang sure! I fish the Pacific Northwest for bottom fish, and now I have what I needed to go from braid to leader. Bye bye Double Uni!

[@leroywelter5359]

Thanks for the video, L'm 69 years young and walleye fish and cat fish, it's my first time fishing with Braid, after watching my son out fish me every time out and he talked about felling the bottom and the fish bite I decided it's time to learn how to tie braid to mono. Your video made it so easy. THANKS.

[@MichaelDellacamera]

thanks for that.. great knot and your my neighbor...Im right off Tropicana

[@gabes8904]

I have been using FG knot and this is by far the easiest method. Thanks.

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks. You’re welcome

[@RobertTaylor-vd2mw]

nice vid once mastered this is easiest way to a perfect FG A, ten wraps is all thats needed esp in heavy line welldone Ken

[@audreyhicks9153]

Angler from Canada here, been reviewing numerous old KZbin videos on the FG knot and have found your emphasis on the direction of the securing overhand knots to be so so important. I was up and down on tieing success and finally realized my failures were all because of the error in knot direction. Thanks dude

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@TheRealRoman11]

Thank you! Didn’t think I could tie this knot until I watched your video!

[@robertbrandywine]

Thanks for the video. It's probably the best out there. I'm using 20 lb. braid to 17 lb. mono. The problem I had is that when I tried to pull down the latest over/under, it pulled the 5 inches of mono down toward my clinched finger and thumb, preventing the tighten. I think I licked that by holding the mono up with my teeth.

[@holdleftedgeandsendit9351]

much appreciated on this. this dang knot has been a pain until this video

[@dsktsunami]

🤘

[@pardus8panthera5]

Hey Captain! As a guy with some busted up hands from a longer life, your FG knot method is the easiest & best way, especially out on the water. Thanks you for sharing Mate! Cheers from DownUnder...

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@royaladjemian5801]

You are the best at explaining how to tie a complicated knot ; buy making it easy to see and understand, hat's off to you Captain !

[@dsktsunami]

Thank you very much for the kind words

[@rickyd865VOL]

Best way yet. I’ve tried a lot of ways with my toes and half my family’s toes. (Hahaha) this is hands down the best way. Thank you Captain

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome. Please subscribe

[@nateroo]

Makes so much sense! I hated the FG knot because of the supposed required tension and I did in fact lose some fish to a knot that slipped as well as when I was cinching it down during the tying process. I'll practice your method and maybe I'll start using the FG again; I've done well with the Alberto knot and haven't lost a fish yet. hmmmmm, decisions decisions. Thanx for a great demo!!

[@tomsuber1794]

I have been watching fig videos for a while. Looking for my knot. This is it…. THANK YOU

[@TomMendoladrums]

So far this is the BEST demonstration of the FG knot. I clearly see each step.

[@tnano]

Best video on the FG knot on the interwebs!

[@dsktsunami]

Thank you

[@dcgravity7822]

I've been trying to learn the FG knot since the beginning of the year after years of using the double uni and the yucatan. I've transitioned to micro guides on a couple poles and those aforementioned knots bumping through the guides and reel eyelet made me wince each time. Your video and instruction without question, has been the best, simplest, and easiest to understand of the dozen or so I've watched. Thanks so much for posting!

[@dsktsunami]

DC Gravity Thank you so much for the compliment.

[@Darkman-Fishing]

Agree with you 100%

[@mikezaid212]

Dito

[@roachklipz3732]

I've been using this method of tying the FG for years now, once you get practice at it easiest knot to tie by far while on a boat. Zips through your guides with ease, great for long leaders.

[@dsktsunami]

🤘

[@steveleong4046]

Hey Captain Ken, thanks for the enlightening video on the knot I have been shying away from because I thought it was just to troublesome to tie…your video has cleared that all up…I have found one fatal flaw with the FG knot though, and that is when the mainline braid has a higher lb test than the leader or top shot, it just won’t dig in well, even though I passed the mainline in the correct direction, as deftly shown in the video…what I’ve done successfully to keep the union compact and dig in correctly is that I put a small single half hitch on the leader/topshot, and followed it up with opposing half hitches, like 4, then clipped the tag ends, and heat treated the braid mainline to close the ends…the FG remains nice, compact, and tight, and slides through the guides as designed…thanks again for the education….

[@ken244]

Best/easiest FG tutorial I have seen Thanks

[@samferrouillat39]

Man I’ve been trying to learn this knot for months and this is the only one that stuck for me. I can tie it flawlessly every time now 😅

[@sherryslr]

THANKS!! This knot has really baffled me, particularly the cinch, but you make it so easy.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@bennysimpson6456]

It’s been 1 year of trying to find a decent way to tie this knot an mate you’ve shown me the easiest way possible 🙏🏼 thank you hats off to you

[@andrewrankine5412]

I have watched so many videos on this knot that were impossible to follow but this tutorial is by far the best and simplest I have seen! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@dsktsunami]

I’m glad it helped you

[@El.mosquito.]

The first well presented FG knot tieing I found! Thanks

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@AaronCoe-w3u]

Thank you thank you finally a fg knot video that shows how to tie it that makes sense..

[@TheDude2811]

Thank you Sir, it was the first time, someone told me to do this knot on an easy way. best regards from gemany

[@roverw3346]

The best way to tie a FG knot evry seen! Thank you!

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@zackdagan1729]

Best FG tutorial by far

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@martyk7914]

Thanks Ken, easiest FG by far! Pulling my hair out with other methods, braid stuck in my teeth or near amputations of my little finger. Tight lines and cheers from South Australia.

[@erickuehnen]

Best explanation of FG. Easiest!

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@billfresh3776]

just did this knot using your method. Perfect outcome. thanks.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@kingdroperez9223]

My dude! Thank you so much for making this video 3 YEARS AGO for a FG Knot. I literally watched 2 other YT videos and for some reason it kept going backwards and finger were turning purple due to tension😭…. Found your video and got it on the first try!!!🔥

[@ghazaligaffar5845]

By far the best way for an FG. Kudos!

[@philipalmond3550]

This is fantastic mate. Very happy to be able to do this knot properly without any difficulty. It took just 3 attempts to get a beautiful knot. Thank you!

[@Andy-71]

A big thanks from Wales UK. Was just about to give up on this knot until I followed your way. Took about 3 or 4 attempts but when you get it you get it 😊. Nice one 👍

[@brewstamacbeth981]

Easiest FG Knot demo i have seen - thanks- Just subscribed so i can learn more!!

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@hengshu3053]

dude, you're the best! the clearest and the easiest one!

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@eventhoiate]

To those that say this doesn't work with light line, I just learned this knot by watching this video using 20lb braid and 15lb floro. You can slow the video playback speed way down to follow along. Works perfectly. Messed up a few times but it just takes practice and attention to those overhand knots. Much slimmer than the usual double uni I had been using. Thanks for making this!

[@trumpking4874]

15 pound isn’t what their referring to as light line. That would be like 8-10 pound imo

[@eventhoiate]

@@trumpking4874 yea, well as an update, I am now tying it with 6lb j-flouro to 15 lb j-braid.

[@robertbrandywine]

So how do you prevent the 5 inch section of mono from being pulled over when you try to tighten the latest over-under loop? I had to hold it with my teeth.

[@Rrynarth]

Just bought myself a Millerods Grub Freak with super narrow guides at the tip. This video has been a life saver. Ive been using the Yucatan knot and the sound it makes bumping against the guides was driving me insane.

[@glennchristie2316]

“” FINALLY “” an easy description. I’m going to make my very first FG knot today to use on my new Flippin Rod and Reel. I’m using 50 lb. Fluorocarbon & 65 lb. Braid..

[@dsktsunami]

Awesome

[@Jeff92656]

I have tried many ways to tie this knot and hands down this by far is the most practical way to tie the FG when in real life conditions on the boat. Excellent presentation!

[@dsktsunami]

Jeff Ike Thank you!

[@Glock-1]

I like this way of tying this knot better than any others I've seen! Great video definitely gonna save this video!

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks. Please subscribe

[@thom324]

Ok, I have studying this knot for some time. I love your method! This is the way I will always do it.

[@dsktsunami]

I’m glad you like it

[@stefanmihai8446]

This is the Way!

[@pegasus6724]

Thanks for the video I don't feel I need fluro for stealth , which is why I didn't want to put it on my main line , I know people can catch braid direct But I realised that fish have teeth and they may end up cutting and fraying the braid so that's what taught me to put it on in the end I've seen people's lures come off and they're lures snap and they lost money , lures and fish which made me want to fish braid direct So I need a good Knott , thanks for your time making this video, much appreciated

[@scottbrunner9569]

Thanks for sharing - with this method I was able to tie my first successful FG.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@bobagee4611]

Yes sir, so easy to follow and good steady camera work compared to many other FG videos. I was always intimidated until now! Going to practice.

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@johnmueller3594]

Man I've tried other ways of tying this knot and always just revert back to other knots out of frustration. Found your video and got it perfect on the first try. Thank you!!

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@juandelacruz1749]

I'm about to buy the knot assist 2.0 for FG knot but after watching this Wow I have save $35. Thank you Sir!

[@dsktsunami]

Juan De la cruz I’m glad it helped you out! Please subscribe

[@juandelacruz1749]

Sure sir I'll definitely will. Thanks again!

[@shootthebreeze8169]

Thank you, sir! There is a lot of nonsense pertaining to the tying of this knot. You have just saved a lot of people from frustration.

[@dsktsunami]

Ty

[@timconnors3211]

Thanks this is tremendous! Best upgrade in a long time. Casting eels at night I no longer need to watch for the spro swivel to keep it from slamming into my guide. I can use a much longer leader and which really helps on the rocks. I am counting the days by re-watching my bookmarked videos (4 degrees this morning in Worcester) and I like to rewind this one over and over to get that motion memorized. Thanks!

[@kennethlukes1897]

Great video mate! Tight lines Captain Ken

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@perrysnopeep]

After 3ways I found video example that was so much easier......now YOUR way looks even better God bless brother.

[@dsktsunami]

Thank you so much

[@pikeandtrout]

Nice one. Good instruction. Got it on the second try. Thanks!

[@RicheyVideo]

Dude, from a fellow Captain, thanks! This is soooooo much easier than the tension method! Excellent video too.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@613bassin6]

This is hands down the best method and description I have watched for tying this knot. Thank you!!

[@dsktsunami]

Ty

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

I just subscribed to your channel because this is truelly the best tutorial on the fg knot! Thanks Captain!

[@dsktsunami]

Thank you for the sub

[@jakekilrain2075]

Thanks for the vid. Lost three lures after using an Albright. Really helpful and easier than the other instructional videos..

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@johnproctor3071]

I haven't even tried this knot just because of how people tie it. I will definitely give your version a shot.

[@markspalding6092]

Thanks so much mate! Been trying so hard to find an easy way to tie the FG & this is definitely it! Thanks from Australia!

[@goddog47]

Starting a new guiding job on Monday and needed to learn the FG. I've got it mastered now thanks to these vids,,,Cheers

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@manqueensg4mbit250]

Good video. It is much easier than tying FG knot with tension.

[@stevelitton4123]

Finally!! Great description and I got it!! I’ve looked at 3-4 other presentations and never knew what I was doing wrong. Thank you!

[@dsktsunami]

You're welcome!

[@scottrussell1044]

Got this first go thank you. I’ve tried and failed on lots of other fg knots 👍

[@wilsonveloso7062]

loved the tutorial, first one I've seen think out of the box and used the mainline side to help create the knot. Also first one I've done that consistently sinched on the leader through the whole knot. thankyou.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome. I really don’t use any other line to leader knot anymore

[@joshuadmiranda]

Damn Skip, you made it so easy to understand, was struggling with the FG knot. Thanks to you, I finally managed to tie it. Regards from India

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@atiliomello5876]

Good afternoon, your video is very good. Thank you so much. Greetings from Argentina. Atilio.

[@robertchadwick1552]

You make it look easy. Now it's time to practice it. Thanks!

[@dsktsunami]

You’ll get it

[@leodouet9675]

Awesome video! First attempt was a success! All my rigs will have an FG knot!

[@dsktsunami]

Leo Douet That’s awesome! It gets so much easier and faster the more you do it.

[@JasunZ]

Thank you for this video..... finally a simple video of tying fg knot without tension.... its easy and simple... mastered it within 2 watches.... thanks!

[@dsktsunami]

No problem. Definitely my go to

[@mannymayer9250]

Thank you for the great way to tie this knot! A superior method for this old guy with arthritis. Far better knot as compared to the GT that I have been using. Once again thank you!

[@dsktsunami]

Manny Mayer Thank you for the kind words. Please subscribe 🙏🏻

[@indosydneyfishing]

Thanks mate, I did this method basically everywhere. I never looked on other knot once I mastered this. Cheers from Sydney, Australia 😎

[@dsktsunami]

Thanks

[@scorpiusramilluslacatanens4608]

It does make sense! I just made one. Very strong. Thank you for a clear demonstration.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@denniscanoy9479]

What a very2x nice demostration captain.TVM

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@appreciation7955]

Glad I found this when learning this knot, super simple … got it the first time Thank you Nauti knots !!!

[@dsktsunami]

Absolutely. Thanks for subscribing

[@maxcorder2211]

There may be others, but the FG knot is the one of the few that I'm aware of that doesn't need to have a loop in either the leader or braid for securing the knot. Most knots have to have something circular to tie off of, such as a hook eye or a loop in the knot. The FG works by using the braid to bite into the leader.

[@dunlaproger1077]

Thanks for this very clear video. I've been experimenting with this technique versus the other FG approach with "tension", using 50 # braid and 80# mono, making tarpon rigs. In my opinion this technique is a little simpler to tie, and I don't have the occasional failure as with the "tension" technique. As emphasized, the key is snugging down each loop, in the pinch between thumb and finger.

[@dsktsunami]

Absolutely right

[@roynoblin]

that was the best way i have seen to date. i gave up on the fg because if not perfect it will slip and my eyes are not good enought to see what i was doing but this looks fail safe so i will have to try it. thank you

[@dsktsunami]

roy noblin Thanks Roy! Send me a picture of the knot when you give it a shot.

[@roynoblin]

@@dsktsunami it looks like yours and now my favorite knot for braid to mono. your way is so fast and easy i now have no problem changing leaders on the water. i don't have to see good but just remember under over 12 times both ends of braid on leader, then over under twice both leader and braid. the key is that last over under. i then hold knot until braid feels like it is digging in and smooths out, then pull tight. two more over under braid only, clip tag and done. thank you sir as i love that knot.

[@ferdinandhuber8774]

thank you watched a lot of fg knot tutorials this one I was finally able to get it

[@dsktsunami]

I’m glad it helped. Tight lines

[@jakekilrain2075]

Just some more feedback. Hooked up on a good sized striper in the surf. While reeling it in, an approximately 800-1000lb Grey Seal went after my fish. I knew i was going to lose the fish, but all i wanted was my lure back. After fighting the seal for awhile my mono knot to the lure let go. The FG Knot, however, held through the whole process.. obviously, this knot will hold.. Thanks again..

[@timconnors3211]

Thankyou for this a perfectly explained "how to" for this knot. Such a great way to attach leader to braid. Allows for longer leader when surf casting at night and when kayak fishing, both approaches really benefit from the longer leader!

[@dsktsunami]

Thank for the kind words

[@ToFightTheGoodFight]

I just started fishing. I'm going to master this knot🤨 Thanks bro. I sub

[@edwardcourtney903]

I’ll be trying this knot soon Thank you

[@60watergr]

best way i found till now on youtube! thanks ;)

[@dunstanmaetoloa9135]

never had much issues with setting my over hand knot on the opposite direction to this. I think the trick is in how hard your set it. and we have pulled up lots of massive fish. thanks for the video though might try it.

[@tracyhayes7535]

My buddy sent me this video! I owe him a few beers!

[@Liljon1983]

I like this knot the one looks nice and clean and fresh well done.

[@alexstanton9160]

Mate that was easy, appreciate the vid really helped out.👍🏻👍🏻

[@JoeyPH26]

this! proudly looking at my first fg knot. thanks!

[@dsktsunami]

SuperDrunkBird awesome

[@rdonolden6773]

Tied 40#B & 60#M this way and it worked great first try-good for heavier leaders. Alternatively, created a good tension device using light rod & tying B line to reel handle & bending rod tip like landing a fish-using reel for tension creating device-good for lighter lines if you like the tension method. Good Luck

[@andrewporfyri559]

Thank you sir, Best step by step explanation on tying this knot.

[@dsktsunami]

You’re welcome

[@jayjohnson9668]

Thats exactly the way I tie the FG too except after its done I put a little bit of clear fingernail polish over the knot and let it dry good. This makes any excess from your tag lines slide through your guides without hanging up or hitting your guides. Try it and you will see its smooth as silk!😎👍👍

[@D9everything]

Super glue, as well.

[@jayjohnson9668]

@@D9everything yep that works good too

[@STAyTHIrstyMyFREind]

Excellent tip! Thanks

[@jayjohnson9668]

@@STAyTHIrstyMyFREind No problem…..Tight lines!👍

[@Trag1cMag1c]

Well, I hope my wife and daughter don't notice their clear polish missing while I'm away on a fishing trip in a few weeks.

[@smokster0604]

Awesome cool I love the FG it is awesome.....A clove of a fisherman....

[@dsktsunami]

🤘🤘🤘

[@oliversmith3785]

Thank you please show me how to loop knot for The jig how to retrieve retrieve the jigs thank you this is Oliver thanks again

[@BlueLines50]

New Subscriber from South Texas, thanks for the awesome demo on the braid to leader line knot it was easy and simple took no time at all 🤙

[@louismavros1892]

Nice and fast just what i needed . now to get the bite on Thanks!