Fishing Knots: Palomar Knot - One of the STRONGEST Fishing Knots ever!

[@deejayimm]

This has been my go-to knot for 20 years on just about everything.

[@50buttfish]

THIS KNOT will not break; it was always somewhere else on the line, barracuda sliced it most of the time.

[@deejayimm]

@@50buttfish great name lol

[@cerebraltackle]

Same here.

[@tomkeltescheverythingoutdo2379]

Not a real die hard fisherman, but getting into it a little bit more and watching this tutorial on knot tying is going to be a big help.

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome! If you ever have questions let me know!

[@tomkeltescheverythingoutdo2379]

@@FTWQ you bet! Just up you're channel. It'll help me out.

[@bradking907]

It'll probably end up being your favorite knot it's easy and quick when you need to get a hook on fast plus it's really strong

[@AreaThirteenThirteen]

Been using this knot forever and it holds well, enjoyed the video since it was straight to the point with no long intro's etc.

[@randybaumery5090]

Palomar knot and the hang man noose are my two top knots.

[@jamessanders4310]

I’ve heard about the palomar knot for years….now I know how to tie one! Thanks.

[@richarddangles69]

People don't like it for tying on bigger lures but u can pull the extra tag line back so ur not wasting line. Strongest knot I've tested by far 👌🔥. Great video! I send this to my buddy weekly asking if he's still losing lures lol

[@johnr.8723]

Great tutorial...I used this to tie my fishing magnet! Haven’t lost it yet! I use your uni knot for fishing, but didn’t know what it was called! 😀👍🏻

[@howtoknots6424]

Thank you for this video it really showed me how to do a knot and that's all I do is a Palomar knot and thank you for taking the time and showing you how to do this

[@FTWQ]

Anytime!! I'm glad the video could help!

[@thykrowfishinglife2254]

My go to knot for any set up.. I use it for my Jigs, my Texas rigs, my catfish hooks and just to tie on a swivel. In my opinion is one of the strongest fishing knots and can be used on any fishing set up basically

[@desertrainfrog1691]

I'm glad this knot exists. I am so bad at knots, but this one is super easy and allows me to actually tie on my lures and go fishing.

[@bradking907]

Agreed

[@shawnmcdonald7765]

Terrible for fluorocarbon

[@BeardMan01]

Been using this knot since I was a kid, best knot ever

[@bradking907]

Yes and easy and quick when you need to get set up fast.

[@BeardMan01]

@@bradking907 I learned how to tie it off of the back of a beetlespin package.

[@HimalayanFishing]

Simple and awesome explanation. Clinch knot or some time improved clinch knots are my goto knots but this is seems to very interesting too. I will try to get used to of it. Thanks for sharing this knot. 🙂👍🏻

[@footjoy371]

Thank you..I struggled at first..now I can use drop shot

[@rodbelding9523]

Yeah this is the strongest knot I use, I've pulled in entire small trees with this knot.

[@Elrond_Hubbard1]

For me, it's the easiest knot to tie and one of the strongest to boot. I honestly can't recall ever loosing a single rig or lure at the knot in the last thirty years using it. Being a braid guy, and fishing primarily flatheads, I break or straighten out hooks all the time on snags. Awesome knot!

[@FTWQ]

Agreed! It's a beast of a knot.

[@davidh.holmes1379]

i can remember as a little kid the pond i was at a older kid showed me uni style , im 53 and only learned this one 10 to 12??? years ago and only use now.

[@CONEHEADDK]

Strong lines make us fish more "risky", not being scared of loosing rigs/lures all the time = more fish.! I bet you also catch a lot of lures and stuff - free gear is nice.

[@erikvaldur3334]

Great knot. Been using it for decades. Only issue I've found is when pulling through any weeds or debris in water some inherently snags on tag end cut since it's sticking up towards your rod. Snell is better for not grabbing things. If you're fishing clean ground and water this knot is fantastic I also use it for a minimum bottom fishing rig. Make tag line as long as you want the hook to be from your sinker and place sinker in main knot. Great for Toutag where they'll spook at too much hardware.

[@roberttouchette2823]

great knot. used it and variations for 40 yrs.

[@jerrys.3317]

Your video was the most clear I've seen of the others and I quickly got this down in about 2 days. Thanks :)

[@FTWQ]

So awesome and great to hear! Thank you!

[@kenweis7913]

2 days...I learned this knot off the back of a spider wire box in 2 min. I couldn't believe the simplicity

[@gerriegeldenhuys6253]

It shows nothing fancy needed. My knot much to complicated. Definitely going to try this one. You can use this knot for all my carp traces. With the reviews I read here I can not see why not. Thank you.

[@KrazyKZs_Garage]

Great vid. Looking at changing knots and wanted to pull something up on you tube. Thanks for this tutorial. Super good.

[@williamhogg7830]

GREAT KNOT!

[@joshyingling]

I learned this knot at a Berkeley fishing gear demonstration, they had a line knot testing machine and were inviting people to tie their favorite knots and see how they hold up. Surprisingly many knots made the like break at a lower strength than rated, but this knot was the strongest by far and you can tie it blindfolded in your sleep. I really only use three knots for fishing. Uni knot, Palomar and "7 twist through the loop" we used to call it. Just found your channel great stuff man.

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome!! Thank you!

[@Mixwell1983]

The 7 twist and through the loop is called the clinch knot.

[@mystic_tacos]

You had to call it the "7 twist through the loop" didn't you lol, now I can't remember the name! I use that one ALL the time. I want to try this one catfishin but just not sure if would hold up.

[@mystic_tacos]

@@Mixwell1983 Reload the page and there your comment is lol. Thank you

[@TheHuntForSupper]

​@@Mixwell1983Is this a decent knot for fishing?

[@CarlPapa88]

Because of Father's Day, just getting back into fishing after not fishing for years. Thanks a bunch for this and the uni knot tutorial. This Palomar knot by logic, looks stronger than the uni though. Pretty simple too. Tied the uni on my swivel. This palomar on my wife's while watching this video for the 2nd time.

[@edleclair2072]

your.a.good.teacher

[@mesk412]

Great knot for drop shot rigs, when you need a couple extra feet of line below your hook.

[@bilgeratjim]

With smaller tackle, it's much easier to simply put the working end of the line through the eye, and then back through the eye, forming the loop. Also, lubricate your line with some spit before cinching it tight.

[@tnguyen6511]

Thanks bro

[@FTWQ]

No problem!

[@KarmaWatersSailing]

The best knot, I have had lures smashed and hooks straightened from tuna, Spanish and barracuda and the knot still holds.

[@blakekirchoff5193]

This is a very strong knot I recommend using this

[@FTWQ]

Couldn't agree more!

[@user-gn6uc5dn6u]

I'd love to see your recommendation for pre rigged swim bait knots.

[@Yelladog78]

Thank you this looks like a good easy knot

[@bradking907]

One of the easiest and strongest knots you can use

[@davidh.holmes1379]

im soooo glad someone taught me this knot! only way saltwater fishing i didnt have knot failure just teeth on liters! lol

[@pitdawg6418]

You tied both in different ways of the last part of the line. On the 1st tie with the last part of the line you tied at the bottom and on the 2nd tie you ended up tying the last line at the TOP. Which is the correct way?

[@FTWQ]

I see what your talking about, I apologize for the inconsistency. The main goal is to make sure the loop at the end of the process is above the hook eye. I would aim for the way it looks with the actual braided line demo, the second time around. But either way the knot will work perfect. Hope this answers your question, and thanks for the comment!

[@Rick-hn9mz]

It makes no difference.

[@kylenorman7997]

When do you use the Palomar knot vs the uni knot or clinch knot etc to tie to hook/TA clip/lure etc? For stripers for instance, which knot works best with the abuse it gets... (as a reference, I am tying usually my 40 lb fluorocarbon onto my clip or whatever as my leader coming from 30 lb braid, so some knots feel cumbersome to tie with leader that thick) .... what do you recommend?

[@FTWQ]

Kyle I'm sorry for the late reply! Short answer: Uni knot for me. In my experience with salmon and steelhead fishing, you honestly can't go wrong with either knot! The Palomar is typically considered a stronger knot over the uni knot. However, I personally do find it cumbersome to tie the Palomar in more instances over the Uni. But here is the thing with comparing these two knots... When you cast out the Palomar knot or cast out the Uni knot, which knot do you just feel confident in? If you have confidence in how you tied the knot, you can't go wrong with either choice. I hope this helps!

[@Crg_eli]

@@FTWQ I use the palomar knot all the time, Never failed on me!

[@DavidLopez-vg7gr]

pal is known as the best knot many swimbait fisherman will even do this regardless of how big the lure is

[@roadrashr6]

The only knot I use. It’s just fast easy and top 3 strongest out, if not the strongest.

[@christopherjohnson8242]

Thanks for making this video. Really helped a lot.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

For braid, it is suggested that you use a _'double palomar'_ knot to prevent any potential slipping. I mean the knot itself is already super strong but adding a second _'overhand'_ at 1:58 before looping it over the hook and synching down will make it even stronger and the knot is so simple to tie that adding the extra overhand doesnt take any extra time to tie. Your call however - its how i was taught and my hooks tend to bend or break before i lose any lures to underwater snags.

[@haroldcale4767]

I didn't know it was a palomar knot but been use it for years,, thanks

[@dougiemac8417]

Excellent tutorial. One question please....Would it make the knot any more secure if we make multiple turns around the loop?

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!! I've never tried doing multiple turns around the loop so I'm not sure. I do know that the Palomar is one of the strongest knots, so you can't go wrong with tying it the original way. I hope that helps!

[@bradking907]

You should stick to the original way and actually it's probably the easiest and strongest knots you'll ever find and you'll put more stress where it's not needed just stick to the original way because if it works why fix it. I've used this knot for years and never came undone plus the whole point of the knot is in the strength and simplicity of it.

[@peekay1563]

Thank you this was very helpful

[@FTWQ]

No problem! I'm glad it helped!

[@James-n5n3i]

Question with the braid, I always add a dab of guerilla glue to all my braided knots. Is it needed with the polymer knot or is there any slippage?

[@zoomzoomgt]

Can you use this knot for line connections or just uni to uni is a better option

[@noelslater822]

Very helpful. Thank you for demonstrating.

[@umami0247]

Only knot I use. One thing to maybe put out there is don't let the loop that is going over the hook bait whatever to cross on itself that will weaken the knot. Nice video.

[@dorsiegibson8628]

Nice Tip

[@dreyna604]

Great and easy knot thanks!

[@adammieczkowski3688]

So cool and easy knot thanks Man👊

[@FTWQ]

No problem! 👊

[@unlawfulmuzik]

Go to all the Time knot 👍🏾👍🏾💪🏾

[@FTWQ]

It really is! It's a beast knot!!

[@onemorecast1352]

The only knot I use. I have pulled fish out heavy stuff and it holds. Even snagged and pulled branches out of the water and it still holds. Yes the fishing line plays a role but I feel like this knot is the biggest factor.

[@FTWQ]

%100 agree. This knot is one of the strongest most dependable fishing knots you can use!

[@skyiestosunsetrise2886]

Honestly may be THE MOST DEPENDABLE KNOT

[@bradking907]

Easy strong and quick when you need to get set up fast

[@nidalabdeen2824]

👍I believe nice tomorrow my big fishing week I will try that thank you

[@newbornalien1992]

One knot that rules all other knots for fishing is a hangmans noose. Learned it and all I use now.

[@Ortega2015]

Your videos are awesome. Extremely helpful

[@Androth12]

This looks way faster than improved clinch. I need to start using this more, especially when it’s 30deg out.

[@FTWQ]

Its also much stronger!! Cant go wrong with the Palomar!

[@jmgrshm]

When you lub these knots are you using saliva to do that? Just curious because saliva has enzymes and that will weaken the knot and line.

[@betachannelfishing]

Fishing Knot terbaik 👍👍

[@coyotekillermiller]

You know,.. I think I can do that Thank you !!

[@mrknowitalllt1]

this is the BEST knot EVER. i remember one time i was in the tackle store talking to the clerk about knots and he tried to convince me there was a better knot than the palomar, we compared the knots and his knot FAILED miserably but the palo NEVER failed and he was convinced that day

[@FTWQ]

The Palomar is a beast of a knot!!! Can't go wrong with it!

[@bradking907]

I agree and their strong easy and quick when you need to get set up fast

[@buckbenelli8]

Makes me want to go fishing. 😎

[@ratoneJR]

use it 99% of the time...for the last 40 years. tested at 95% break strength. never had it come loose. A figure 8 knot comes in handy, and a double uni for a line to line knot. The only 3 knots I have ever used.

[@Tom-ej8bb]

Well done!

[@magnesbagpipes6833]

Thank you!

[@FTWQ]

No problem!

[@MrJtin69]

Truly the only knot anyone ever needs thank you

[@petesteensen3392]

With braid pass the loop thru the overhand knot twice. Then around the item as before

[@greenmonkey7305]

This knot is literally as strong as what you’re tying it with. It is impossible to slip.

[@peterrabbit1054]

So I started using Palomar to rig a drop shot, however, my hook's not setting up perpendicular, despite coming back through the eye w tag end. Is it because my knot's not setting on top of the eye??

[@FTWQ]

It's hard to really know. My guess is It could be that the hook is just a bit heavy and the line cant hold it perpendicular. It could be the pound test line also is to light potentially . In my experience it doesn't have to be perfectly perpendicular, just out enough to keep the bait off your dropper line. I hope this helps!

[@nicolestocke1261]

What kind of hook are you using ? If there's a break in the eye and its not solid it can throw the angle of the hook on the line . Now I've noticed it but its not caused me any problems once in the water .

[@peterrabbit1054]

@@nicolestocke1261 extremely helpful 👍👍

[@stuartgilbert3969]

Awesome stuff!

[@hamtondaeng5341]

Its cool knot . Jos markopolos

[@Ghost-sz7uo]

Should I use this knot for the sinker as well?

[@FTWQ]

You definitely can! I personally prefer a knot like the surgeons loop knot. This way you can change the weight out if needed.

[@RichM0410]

SAME polamar with braid? Seen plenty of info stating different. Great video for polamar overall.

[@richardwarfield7386]

My goto knot. simple and strong

[@abumuad]

Can this be used on fluorocarbon line?

[@FTWQ]

Yep it can!

[@kenfolstad1346]

Thank you 🙏

[@FTWQ]

You’re welcome 😊

[@olivergarside980]

Great tutorial yet again💥💥💥

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!

[@corkyvanderhaven3391]

With tag and main pull. Easy but important. Also slow works for most knots

[@vlladellu]

love this channel

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!!!

[@rgTORO_grOSO]

Can also make the tag end very long and keep it on as a drop shot rig ... just add weight to tag end.

[@cajunnathan4586]

What knot do you recommend for Fluorocarbon line to hook?

[@FTWQ]

I would say the Palomar knot, or the Trilene Knot.

[@simonschmidt7327]

absolutely top videos mate.... put a horn on a jelly fish. Even i could follow it.... keep up the good work

[@illusion9119]

Put a horn on a jelly fish? Lol never heard that before.

[@cjoshua420]

Thank you

[@bElLtOn14]

Nice one

[@bassfischer4273]

Does it matter which direction the tag end points when initially threading through the eye or which direction (from the front or from the back) that you loop over the full hook from?

[@omgitsme435]

looks like it doesnt matter because he did back to front first hook and then reverse the 2nd hook

[@slurrrfishing]

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[@Chris-fo8wp]

Palomar, Uni and GT the only knots you need!! Tight Lines Everyone!!!

[@SpaceyBrain]

Was taught this knot by a friend of mine years ago. I've broken hooks before breaking the knot.

[@FTWQ]

It's a beast of a knot!

[@seaneeeg1]

AWSOME!!!

[@FTWQ]

Yeahya!!!!

[@sandycohen9862]

Can you demonstrate the double Uni knot please

[@FTWQ]

I actually have the double uni knot video on my channel! Here is a link, kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIfKgn94pdx9i7s

[@terryhancock2183]

Ty I didn't know how to tie that

[@cap2666]

I use 0.14 fluorocarbon, I start to use trilene knot now, because palomar knot cuts the fluorocarbon

[@TheOhawaii]

Is this stronger than the Uni?

[@FTWQ]

Yes, the Palomar is one of the strongest knots! Both knots are amazing!

[@highkeyJORD]

I thought this was only for braided line... my tying experience just got 100000 times better

[@justincase6954]

Thanx bro

[@roylemmens7321]

How does this knot stand up with fireline?

[@FTWQ]

I actually think fireline recommends this knot! Can't go wrong with the Palomar knot!

[@vincenzomartina4726]

Grazie mille

[@c4prlm4st3r]

Can ise to tie swivel?

[@robertlosasso4222]

The palomar knot is very good, I think the trilene knot is equal to it .

[@griblets19]

why tf are so many people that claim to have been using this knot for for years watching a tutorial on how to tie it

[@sumdaiyze4632]

🤣

[@AnnaJansson-qc1qx]

😅

[@chrisrhinehart45]

Do you use this knot for rattle traps please help

[@FTWQ]

Yeah this knot works great! I recommend the Palomar or the Uni for pretty much any lure. Hope this helps!

[@chrisrhinehart45]

@@FTWQ thank you so much

[@FTWQ]

Anytime!

[@chrisrhinehart45]

@@FTWQ can you use stren monofilament line to tie a spinner bait for a small pond

[@FTWQ]

Yes definitely, however I do recommend fluorocarbon if you have it. But monofilament will work great too.

[@thorb5191]

This is the fishing knot my dad taught me as a kid, just never knew what it was called

[@briantaft5622]

my dad taught me the basic and reliable fisherman knot

[@TheFirestriker101]

My dad said go on KZbin

[@samgibson684]

And that's why knowledge doesn't pass down anymore.... We are losing knowledge every day....

[@lpr123z]

only time I don't use the palomar knot is when it's impossible. like when tying a leader to the distal end of a swivel...but for sure the rod side of that swivel has a palomar knot holding it on!

[@thegolfdude]

Looks like a good one. Definitely a lot of waste though with that long tag end

[@rafaelesquergamez8122]

Tho only video, with the palomar knot make perfect.

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!!!