Fishing Knots: Trilene Knot - One of the BEST Fishing Knots for Mono or Fluorocarbon Line

[@freemagicfun]

No intro, no life story, the name of the knot is in the title and thumbnail! That earned a sub. Good job, mate. 😎

[@JAMESlock1911]

I'm off work and the weather is bad so I'm watching westerns on TV and practicing my knot tying. The trilene is one and a good knot.

[@FTWQ]

Sounds like a good time!

[@markh141]

Been using this knot for 30 plus years. I seen it on the back of Trilene box and thought I’ll try this and it’s been my knot ever since that day

[@FTWQ]

It really is a great knot!

[@closinginonclosure]

My main take away is how unbelievable it is that you're at least "30 plus years" old, and still haven't mastered English at a 3rd grade level. Absolutely unbelievable. Using English as a primary means of communication. Speaking and hearing others speak daily. Yet still lack the perceptiveness and intelligence to understand the most basic words. You said "I seen it". Not to mention the horrible grammar. I'm not a stickler for grammar and spelling or anything. I just find it fascinating how some people can be so out to lunch.

[@markh141]

@@closinginonclosure I’m sorry. I’ll stop commenting on videos. Didn’t mean to upset you. I was just saying a few things about my experience using this knot. I wasn’t aware I was taking an exam.

[@closinginonclosure]

@@markh141 No need to apologize or stop commenting. I'm not upset either. I just find it fascinating. You don't have to be taking an exam to be able to speak simple English. That's just silly. Saying "I seen it" instead of "I saw it" is just a lack of education. I'd imagine you say "I seen" all the time. It has nothing to do with the capacity you say it.

[@jamesisjustjames270]

@@closinginonclosure shut up you wanker, I do not understand why you care so much about how other people type, mind your own business.

[@yoderpaul]

Great camera work! Kudos for not turning a 2-minute video into 10 minutes of ramblings as so many do.

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome to hear, and great feedback! Thank you!

[@freepalestina48]

This was the knot my dad taught me when we fished together, I never knew the name. it never fails!!

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome!!! Such an amazing knot!

[@sketch1985]

Looks same as a blood knot, everybodys 1st knot, but stronger.

[@emonmaglalang37]

I landed 3 kg. Red Pacu with 20 lbs. Flouro using Trilene Knot on my 10# Circle Hook. I trust this fishing knot. - From Philippines

[@adognamedmiley6848]

A 7lb fish on 20lb line... Wow, so impressed. 🫤

[@TrueNorthOutdoorAdventures]

Been my go to for 40 years, super durable/reliable! Well done video.

[@FTWQ]

Such a great knot! Thank you!

[@jayblue5310]

Me too

[@Trevlee74]

This has been my go-to knot for mono and flouro for many years now. Excellent holding strength and durable.

[@onsenguy]

It also works great with braid

[@OBCBTTB]

Ditto. A fishing friend showed me this knot once and have used it ever since. Never fails.

[@TermlessHGW]

I usually do the palomar knot while using swivels or snaps but this one is very good for tying directly to the lure.

[@camman136]

I love this video my grand dad told me to learn this knot because he was tired of tying them so he made me learn this at 8 years old and it last for a while

[@ianfishing1557]

Landed my biggest and this knot Didn’t even budge! Thank you!

[@stephenblanchard543]

Is so hard to find knot tying videos that people aren’t stumbling over their words or keeping their hands in from the camera so you can’t see what’s going on. You’re doing awesome job teaching. I’ve watched a handful of your videos and I love them all! Keep it up man!

[@FTWQ]

Thank you so much!! And thanks for watching!!! 😁😁😁

[@bigmike2680]

Way to get to the point QUICKLY. Thank you , that is a knot I might be able to remember how to do.

[@FTWQ]

Hahah no problem!

[@adamstegman9248]

Been using this knot for 20 yrs. This is the strongest knot there is after testing many top knots this is the only one that wont cut it's self, all other knots broke on the knot way before line test strength. Great on braid or mono.

[@FTWQ]

It really is an amazing fishing knot! Thank you for that input!

[@zoodidwa]

I've hauled 25lbs Kings out of the Frasier river in Canada with this knot. Braid and Mono. Good knot...never failed me. 7-8 wraps always.

[@FTWQ]

Definitely one of the best knots! That's awesome!

[@escapetherace1943]

we've hauled 60lb halibut with a clinch knot wrapped 3 times, not this knot, not an improved (clinch) fisherman's knot, just a regular clinch knot wrapped 3 times, sometimes 4. On heavy line it never comes undone anyway

[@bt6496]

This is the knot I learned as a young boy & have been using it for 50 + years , never had an issue where the knot failed…

[@FTWQ]

One of the best knots!

[@MrRoyHutchins]

I learned when I was a young teen,the trilene knot. The directions were on the box of the fishing line. Only one I've ever used. Cause it doesn't break.

[@FTWQ]

Definitely one of the best knots!

[@12davidful]

I learned the same knot from the box as well! Lol

[@ElectronicWard]

i can confirm this is the best knot my dad taught me this over 20 years ago he swore it was the best, so you know what i did i tested other knots out and this knot ive never heard a name for it and no one really knows it out of like 50 fishermen that i meet legit only 1 will do this knott, this knot has never failed me.

[@FTWQ]

👍👍

[@lachlanwilliams3234]

Ive also used it for braid to swivel connections for years with great results, never slips and very strong.

[@TermlessHGW]

So it does work with braid, yes? I was wondering 🤔

[@Cornelius798]

@@TermlessHGW Yes, I use it for braid works great.

[@GRDray]

This is an awesome knot.I've been using this knot since the late 1980's. It's always done a good job. Thanks for showing this.

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome! It's a great knot. Thanks for watching!

[@brittanya5144]

You make these so easy to follow, thank you! I generally suck at knots and it takes me a long while to learn just the one but these were filmed so well I managed to learn 3 from you ezpz!

[@ElectronicWard]

this is the best knot ever used for over 20+ years and i testing out other knots nothing compares to this knot

[@FTWQ]

This knot is definitely one of the best knots of all time!

[@billwilson6055]

The only channel I need to come to for knot tutorials. Another awesome video!

[@FTWQ]

Thank you Bill! I really appreciate that!

[@mojojoji5493]

Ur dad was a legendary fisherman if he was trying to teach you this as a kid

[@FTWQ]

How legends are born.

[@chadreeves403]

Learned as a kid. Works good

[@southern_merican]

I wish all knot videos were this awesome and clean !👍

[@gmheu77]

OMG I’ve been watching videos for 3 hours and didn’t understand any of the videos this video was awesome

[@UnLikeU]

THIS MAY BE MY NEW KNOT!!!! I've been looking for a Crappie Fishing knot where the Tag End is at the Bottom. You may have just CREATED A MONSTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@allennguyen3522]

Best trilene knot tutorial. Thx

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!!!!

[@AjieRafaeL]

Perfect Fishing knot friend

[@FTWQ]

Agreed!

[@Nobodyimportant696]

Best fluoro knot by far.

[@FTWQ]

It's a beast

[@G4LACTIC_MU77IN]

Thanks man I have absolutely NO idea how to tie my baits up. This helps and so many more videos help too!

[@kansasgardener5844]

This and the improved clinch are easy to tie and strong. I've been using the improved clinch for years but both are excellent knots.

[@fernandez454]

Thxs for the video and comments by everybody. Good knot I ve been using since years ago, I do not know for very big fish if its the best or not but until 30-40lb fish I trust on it so far.

[@Danielaldamada]

You has won a new suscriptor thanks from sydney Australia

[@leonardogranados2733]

I would suggest always to pull the tag end as well; a 200 lbs tarpon can take advantage of that little slack in your main and most important knot. Nice video

[@FTWQ]

Great advice! And thank you!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Exactly. And actually test the knot after it's tied with a reasonable amount of force. Sometimes you just tie a bad knot. You want to find that out at home, knot on a fish.

[@Comrade_Akimov]

perfect. 2min - just enough time. thick line easy to see. also ive been tying this know since i was 12, saw in an old fishing book or on the first mepps i bought

[@funrestorations]

I sent this to my girl so she can see what 8-10" looks like😂

[@eilat1667]

Лучший 😂

[@RealSoundMatter]

What is mean im confused

[@Paul-qj7oh]

That's just about the same knot I use and I appreciate you for the extra tips have a great day..

[@OhioProductionss]

Best video out there - thanks man!

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!!

[@catboyzee]

Great instructional video, thanks for posting.

[@Inewattis]

The way I learned it was after tag end goes through the loops you bring it back through the new loop then pull

[@danholtbk7008]

That’s the improved clinch knot. It leaves the tag end facing forward which can snag on stuff and more easily collect junk. The Trilene knot leaves the tag end facing the rear.

[@SicC678]

loving these new knot videos! thank you !!

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!!!

[@surenbhola107]

Thanks Awesome knot 👍👍

[@en8718]

i know this is 3 years late but anyway ....the knot is alot stronger and line integrity less compromised if it was tightened by pulling down the TAG end instead of the main line. Alot less kinking too But thats just my feedback after using this knot on mono and fluro for some time

[@Wetknees]

THANK YOU!! For some reason it was hard to find a video on hooks specifically where they were using a larger example so it’s much easier to see

[@researchcapt]

Never had one fail me.

[@Dodger2879]

Great explanation. Thank you. Saliva.......lubricant of the gods!

[@slurrrfishing]

Video Yang sangat simpel bagus Dan rapih

[@mark83175]

I wish it was this easy with fluorocarbon.

[@turinreza]

I always put the tsg end back through the loop created by the main line like in the improved clinch knot

[@turinreza]

I use improved trilene knot because it won't slip easily and you can tighten it on the line instead of the lure or hook eye leaving a loop that allows the lure to wiggle more freely. It will cinch down on a bite or if snagged

[@tallonburnz1430]

This knot and polomar knot is what i use most

[@sokhunfishingtv]

Good knot

[@KypHeM]

this is the best one for lots of weeds

[@Edward-ci8yl]

And I use 9 twists for braid never failed me!!!!!

[@anon5955]

The trilene knot is a great knot, I use it 90% of the time.. (BUT - NEVER on split rings!),, the tag end is the key to this knot holding! The tag end MUST lay on top of the hook, parallel with the eye and directly under the knot after being pulled tight. If "not" it WILL pull loose!! This is from 35 years of tying this knot.

[@richardjones2811]

Tag end will always end up directly under the knot, what other position would it be?

[@richardjones2811]

@feeshyfeeshy Please justify your comment and explain rather than sticking your beak in.

[@danhealyeverythingoutdoors7105]

Well done!

[@chuckborden8532]

THX much easier than the double uni knot...just starting to use floro this should do the trick

[@Adam-iy6hj]

Solid video.

[@robin8559]

if the double line threw the eye crosses itself it will cut itself. Break. always test your knot with a tug, If its bad it will cut itself quick. I still use this knot often.

[@jvdl-dev]

Thanks, that's a good tip to keep in mind.

[@samh7805]

If you use the Palomar knot this same thing happens if you cross the loop that goes around the lure/swivel. Def good to keep in mind never settle if you cross the line in any knot

[@samh7805]

Also to add, if y’all like leader the FG knot does the exact same thing, that knot is so unbelievably strong, but you have to make sure all the coils sit next to each other. If even one or two cross, that knot goes from the strongest leader knot to the strength of 2lb test

[@tdotson66]

Outstanding video. Thanks for posting 👍👍

[@munadiwijoyochannel2103]

Fishing good my friends 👍👍 salam from indo👍👍🙏

[@Spector06111]

Always use this knot on expensive lures 👌

[@LP3me]

Great video! easy to learn thank you

[@mikeandrade586]

Holds better than Palomar on Flouro. A lot of people don't seem to know that Flouro will have a lot more weaknesses than braid or mono when tied, so you need to use particular knots to compensate. Palomar is fine for mono or braid though.

[@exitar1]

Try it with 3 wraps I’ve seen tests showing it works just as good.

[@fbiagent3399]

This knot is very strong and similar to palomar... I've been strength testing lots of different knots and this 1 took first place and palomar took 2nd

[@killerwhiteshark1797]

I'm going to be 30 years old next month and I can say that I've been using this knot for 40 years and I'll never use any other knot

[@FTWQ]

Hahaha its THAT good lol!

[@killerwhiteshark1797]

🤘

[@danholtbk7008]

It’s one of the few knots that the tag end is at the rear of the knot. 👍

[@kh.osmich]

Very nice

[@FTWQ]

Thank you!

[@canbo7643]

The reason the Palomar and this knot are so strong is because the line goes through the eye twice. What you should've pointed out is that the double lines must be parallel in the finished knot. If they're over lapping each other the knot is weaker.

[@rob-890]

When you say you like to is that the actual steps or is it just your preference

[@fishingmaestro]

Try the reverse Trilene. It’s easier and holds better as in breaking strength

[@robertvanmeter2521]

I use the Trilene knot more than any other. I never do more than 3 turns and it will not slip with mono or fluro.

[@steveg2509]

Picture perfect

[@FTWQ]

😁😁😁

[@robertlosasso4222]

The only thing I do different is that I have a 2/4 with a 8 penny common that I drive about 2/3 of it in the 2/4 . That way I can take that hook put it around the nail and give that knot a good tight cinch before I trim the tag end .

[@jimf1964]

So it’s basically an improved improved cinch knot? I’ll give it a try, though I rarely have a cinch knot fail, and it usually breaks off from some line damage

[@FTWQ]

Hahaha seems to be. Cinch knots are always so good.

[@jimf1964]

@@FTWQ My dad taught me almost 50 yrs ago, and used them ever since. I find if it isn’t done right, it usually slips when you’re cinching them down (always do that part good and hard). After that you’re good, but I’ll be trying this. So long as nothing is crossing to weaken the line, it can’t hurt to double it up, but that’s what’s good about the regular cinch. Easy to make sure nothing is crossing over and wearing it.

[@sivaganamjasinth5026]

This is the knot I use.

[@FTWQ]

It's a great knot!

[@altondubose3415]

Will this knot work with braided line

[@mogtrader8]

@ 0:53 mark does it matter if you wrap the main line from behind or in front of it? as well as when you go through the loop. do you pull it back through the same direction or opposite?

[@FTWQ]

That is a good question. I'm not sure of the true "mechanics" of this knot. All I can recommend is, if you wrap the lines the opposite way, go ahead and run the tag in the opposite way as well. From my experience, the way I show in this video has worked the best for me. I hope this helps in some way.

[@mogtrader8]

FishThatWontQuit yeah. i been going towards me and back and then doing the opposite from back to front to close knot. ill try this way. ive had success, but at times the knot has unraveled on some srs pull. hmm thanks

[@rchirinosmd]

I agree. I feel you should have wrapped it in the other direction. And at 1:14, I noticed that you place your tag end through the BACK of the loop.

[@wishyouthebest9222]

Why not 'improve' it by going through the last loop like the improved clinch knot? Wouldn't that make it even stronger?

[@sgib199]

For years I’ve pulled up through the top loop like you said...but it apparently isn’t necessary. Advantage of NOT doing it is the tag end is pointing down and less prone to catch the weeds. It doesn’t make it any weaker...if the tag end is locked down, it is locked down.

[@wishyouthebest9222]

@@sgib199 thanks for your answer.

[@AnthonyAngler]

If you pull it back through the line points up instead of down, and i don't believe it improves the strength

[@daveriley6310]

0:12 - 0:22 Is that a fisherman thing to pull out 6 inches but say it's 8 or 10 inches? No wonder so many first mates are terrible estimators of distance. They've been misled by those exaggerating captains. :-) Good video. Well done.

[@FTWQ]

Yeah you're right, sorry I was inaccurate about my guess on how much line to pull through. At least in this case 6..8... Or 10 inches works.

[@sharplikestump]

LOL...…...Well, I get it!

[@davidjacoboski4657]

Do you suggest a knot for 2lb fluorocarbon? Tying a knot with 50-lb always looks easy

[@SkullnBonekayakfishingUK]

Thiis knot is traditionally and correctly called a Blood Knot on the Bight and is a lot stronger if you snug it down by pulling the tag end slowly fairing it as you work rather than the mainline which can cause the line to burn and stretch within the knot. Otherwise a good video and well presented.

[@Tacoman1967]

The only knot I use

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

Lost a massive fish cause I was rushing. I tied a clench knot where normally I'd tie a triline and broke off at the knot. I wasnt very happy

[@FTWQ]

Dang it!! Going with the knot your most confident with is always key.

[@robertmclean9737]

30 Yrs a Fly Fishing Guide the only Knot I use for tying Fly to Mono, 100% Knot

[@FTWQ]

That's awesome!!! It is an amazing knot.

[@cerebraltackle]

Oh, you mean the Improved Clinch Knot....yeah, Berkley renamed it when they thought no one was looking.

[@muskymadness927]

What do you think about this knot with braid?

[@FTWQ]

I think it does the job, but I always prefer the Uni knot for braid.

[@cucu1095]

For braid just go with uni or palomar

[@6Noone9]

Trilene stronger and more reliable for braided line spinning fishing than palomar?

[@FTWQ]

I would say the Palomar is going to be stronger, but sometimes tying the Palomar around large objects is difficult. You can't go wrong with either knot, and it's going to come down to personal preference for ya.

[@NoahTV_12]

Is this knot strong enough to go catfishing with?

[@FTWQ]

Definitely, just pick the correct pound test line and the knot will work great!

[@hikenmikes8262]

Unless you’re using circlehooks, then use a snell knot

[@jejakanakrantau2492]

Salam dari kaltim

[@FTWQ]

Salam!

[@eilat1667]

Это в принципе клинч с малым отличием

[@InshorePursuitFL]

Looks like trilene knot is essentially a clinch knot but ran through eye of the hook twice. So why not just do an improved clinch knot at the end?

[@FTWQ]

Yep exactly right. The trilene knot is going to be stronger, but more of a hassle to tie. In my opinion the improved clinch knot is a fantastic knot, and I still use it all the time. I say if you want to put the extra effort in, then this knot is definitely worth it.

[@InshorePursuitFL]

@@FTWQ yea totally agree. However, what I actually meant is why not improve the trilene and go an additional step and bring the line back through the new loop like an improved clinch knot

[@got_to_roll]

@@InshorePursuitFL Exactly what I've been tying for 50 years. I think it's called improved double clinch knot.

[@unlipedalmarko8456]

im sorry for being noob. but what's the name of that kind of line?

[@FTWQ]

Not at all. This is actually fly fishing line I use just for demonstration because it is easier to see.

[@randybaumery5090]

It's a great knot.

[@zoomzoomgt]

Looks similar to palmar due to double line through the eye. So which is stronger? Also looks like uses less line compared to palmar. This knot good for braid?

[@ericmademann7101]

I love the trilene knot but recommend the palomar for braid due to strength and ease.

[@insurancenightmare7885]

Neither knot will ever fail if you tie them right but the trilene isn't the best for braid

[@onsenguy]

Just curious, why isn't it that good for braid?

[@insurancenightmare7885]

@@onsenguy idk the science behind it but it slips a lot unless you wrap it like 15 times

[@onsenguy]

@@insurancenightmare7885 actually you should try it on braid. Wrapping it only four times this knot is awesome and doesn't slip at all even under heavy load. The disadvantage of the Palomar is you have to pass the lure through the loop which becomes awkward if the lure is big.

[@markchambers1071]

Can this knot be used on fluorocarbon?

[@FTWQ]

Yes definitely!! A great knot for fluorocarbon!!

[@homeart6546]

I subscribed and like to you, thankyou!

[@FTWQ]

Awesome, thank you!

[@toadsage]

I hope I did that right... I'm terrible with knots 😂

[@ezraadrianfishing2856]

Waaah Hebat hebat