How to Tie BRAID to a LEADER: *Uni to Uni Knot* and *Alberto Knot* (Braid Connection Knots)

How do YOU tie braid to a leader? I started out tying the uni-to-uni knot. However, the Alberto knot has been my go-to knot for quite some time. I’ll take you through how to tie both of these knots. I’ll be sure to cover the important steps in each knot as well as what NOT to do. These knots are great for spinning setups! You can use a braided main line and tie a fluorocarbon or monofilament leader to fit any situation you need! You’ll receive the benefit of braid sensitivity and the benefit of fluorocarbon/monofilament.
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[@jonnygranville281]

Holy crap i did it. Finally a beatiful alberto knot

[@iaincain4356]

Thank you thank you thank you thank you Alberto knot helped so much

[@fishingthefingerlakes423]

I love the Albright knot

[@scuba6797]

I like the Uni knot.

[@protodg6567]

Alberto Knot for the win! Fast and strong!!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Agreed my friend. Thanks for stopping in!

[@thescottfamily3504]

Thanks you for helping me

[@kevingrandke6075]

I like both of these knots. I use the Uni-Uni on 15 and 20lb braid to 8-12lb mon leader and use the Alberto on the 30+ to 20lb mono leader. I love these How To tutorials. I have said this before but I will say it again you Sir have a phenomenal channel here!

[@glock_9ine956]

Which one is stronger?

[@anthonyreeder8283]

I can’t believe I missed this video. I am going to be tying the Alberto knot.

[@Asapfishing1]

Very helpful vid👍🏼

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks for watching man!

[@Everydayfishing]

The FG knot is great if you're using a heavier leader... but it starts to get hard to tie when using anything under like 12lbs flouro. That's when I use the Alberto. Great demo!

[@pappasqually9140]

RP knot all day !

[@DEBOSFishing]

Use what you have confidence in my man! Thanks for watching!

[@azscout9071]

Fg knot is awesome if you are using heavy leader. Finesse wise you have the right knots in my opinion. Nice tutorial brother

[@DEBOSFishing]

Appreciate your view and kind words. Thanks for the continued support man!

[@azscout9071]

@@DEBOSFishing you got it brother

[@great207]

Great video as usual. I have had the best luck with the blood knot. Hasn't failed me yet. Alberto would be the second knot I use.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I need to look into the blood knot more. I know a few folks who use it. 👊

[@JoeWeymouth]

LOL "Famous last words". Great information once again sir. My favorite knot is the FG, but in a pinch, let's say on a boat deck with a bit of waves, I will rock the Alberto. One thing that I have come to do when tying the FG knot is to have a chair with arms on it about 4 feet away from me. Since you need tension in your main line while tying the knot, I lean the rod against the chair with the tip facing away from me at about a 40 degree angle. I say use a chair with arms because with the main line in your mouth, yes that is the easiest way for me, and you tilt back to get the tension on the line and lift the rod off the chair the arms will keep the rod from swinging. This will make it so that you can worry about tying the knot and not trying to keep the rod balanced and off the ground.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I like that man, I'll give that a try. Definitely want to get more comfortable with that knot. Thanks for watching!

[@JoeWeymouth]

Thanks for putting out good videos that I can watch! I am getting some good info for the tourney that I am in at the end of the month. Heading to Norton Kansas with my local chapter of BASS. I catch some fish, but not the biggest one. All the tips help, and this is actually only the third time that I have fished from a bass boat. Been a bank fisher the majority of my life.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@JoeWeymouth that's so cool to hear man, happy to help! Keep learning, the journey is the fun part!

[@FISHANE84]

My fav type of DEBO vid ;) Great work as always sir.

[@DEBOSFishing]

The yak man in the house! Thanks for watching brother, hope all is well for you👊

[@michaelstake7440]

Well I’ve been trying the uni knot Seems easy to tie and so far it’s working out. Winter practice for the Alberto knot for me lol

[@slougo5909]

Thanks, I'm moving up to Alberto knot as I have a new Daiwa Kage rod and it's got micro guides. Thanks Devon! Oh, them some nice Tanned thumbs you got there in the video Fella.

[@whfoulk]

Double uni.... Easy fast and reliable... The FG knot is insane to tie

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, the double uni is an easy guy to learn.

[@whfoulk]

@@DEBOSFishing any thoughts on the the cheaper fishing tackle lures available at Amazon and elsewhere VS. The insane prices of Rapala, kvd, strike king etc? Including fluorocarbon lines?

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@whfoulk I've not used many of those. I try to find deals on lures at Walmart and other spots and stack up. For 100% fluorocarbon I've used Seaguar red label. Has a little memory but for cast and retrieve baits it's not really an issue. Hope this helps man!

[@jrdefield7481]

Thanks Debo! I think you watch Salt Strong's vid's for tying knots too? You did a good job with both. Those guys go all out with their testing and the fg is the strongest, but I've not had an Alberto knot break and they are simpler. For me anyway. Thanks for the time you take and making it simple.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I have not watched that channel. I don't saltwater fish but I'll check it out. I'm always up for learning new things! Thanks for watching man.

[@justinmorris2915]

Salt Strong has some pretty good knot tests & videos for sure.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@justinmorris2915 I'll check them out!

[@ricardorodriguez1242]

Easy and simple u rock ima tey it

[@farrzmd3038]

Welll, thanks for this tip for the connection knot. Alberto is a great knot and quick. Only snag is getting it all tied up and cutting the main lines instead of the tag line .... did it twice before I decided to turn a light on to get a better view

[@frankevans6584]

🤣

[@15trucklt83]

I tie the Alberto know because I feel it is easier to tie and faster.

[@MrRourk]

The Davy and Double Davy are very useful. I still sometimes use the Orvis Tippett.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I've heard of the orvis need to look at it more! Thanks for watching!

[@stevenpalmer6783]

I've used the uni to uni for years until I saw how to tie the FG knot , but let me say that it sure isn't the easiest knot to tie , there are several ways to tie it like holding braid with your teeth , which I chipped my tooth with the braid , that sucked Now mind you I had all last winter to practice tying this knot and I finely found a way to tie the darn thing with out biting braid , wrapping line around your legs , using your fingers and what have you , and it actually works pretty good , I've even used a magnifying glass to check to see if the wraps where correct . I wish I could send you a vid on how I tie it . Any more if I get bored I just tie the FG for s - - - s and grins. Yeah I didn't get notified of the vid ether FYI

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, it's strange that isn't working. I'm not getting notifications for comments either? I'm definitely going to try the FG more. Thanks for watching!

[@unequallytwisted]

1 minute in and your spot on. Alberto is my knot of choice as well. FG for the win, but not fun to tie.

[@unequallytwisted]

🔥 Vid. Here recently I have been using a modified alberto knot. Wrap 3x up. Hit the valleys 3x coming back. Run tag through same direction as main line (but to the side opposite from what you showed in the video) and wrap around the right side of the loop 3x Pull tight! Tight lines!🎣 Let me know if that made sense 😄

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, FG can be tricky. Alberto is my go-to.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@unequallytwisted interesting, I'll have to try that!

[@coryschweiger5146]

I use the FG knot for leader and a blood knot for using backing or the rare occasion I need a leader tied while fishing. My 1st successful FG knot took me over an hour but it does get much easier with practice.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, I definitely want to practice more with that one. Thanks for watching man!

[@jamesortegajr5720]

After watching the Legend actually tie his knot in my face you guys are literally butchering the process and complicating it 💯😉👍

[@earthcoolsoncemore]

i was using uni to uni for a while, then switched to alberto when i had issues with the uni/uni.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, the Alberto is just as easy I feel.

[@DirtyJobsGuy1]

Great video! I’ve been using the uni to uni, but I’ll give the Alberto knot a try today! Thanks man!!

[@NCAngling]

Good video man. Still love the uni uni knot but that alberto knot is solid. Caught many a bull redfish on both. Figure if it holds to that then it’s good. 😂

[@DEBOSFishing]

Oh gosh yeah! Holds on those bulls then you're good to go. Thanks for watching brother!

[@willtrax71]

I’ve been trying a lighter setup with braid to mono and the Uni Knot is hitting the last guide on my Rod limiting my Cast so the Alberto may be a better option, thank you.

[@carnufiasfishing8444]

Just started using leaders & also just recently learned how to tie the FG Knot. Can tie it in under a minute. Have to thank Salty Scales & Salt Strong for that 😎.

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[@DEBOSFishing]

I will check these out! I definitely want to get better with the FG knot. Thanks for watching and sharing info!

[@JeffGeraldFishing]

Notification button is broke lol, still haven’t received it saying this video was out. I honestly don’t use leaders enough to figure out which knot works for me. Great video Debo 👊🏻

[@DEBOSFishing]

I still appreciate you watching my man. Have a good night!

[@JeffGeraldFishing]

DEBO'S Fishing you as well

[@jimmybluuurs___9835]

Diggin the channel

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks man, appreciate your support!

[@Jon-nz3dm]

I use a 9 loop each side Blood knot(by no means is it a a small knot, but it has no slip and is very strong) and going through the line guide isn't an issue I've found. I only fish braid to leader and 90% of the time i use 7-10' leaders. I've used the same leader tied to my braid for several days of fishing and had no problems with the knot going through the guides or the line guide. I know I usually don't need a leader that's 10' long but it allows me to continue fishing without always having to retie my leader or because of changing lures or having frayed line after fishing rocks. When i fish crankbaits i will use up to 15' leader for slightly better depth and longer leader life since the cranks will dig in the rocks and tear up the line really quickly(especially flouro, stuff is so frail sometimes).

[@chickenguru4]

I think that’s the point use a knot you can tie well. I use a uni to uni and also use a uni for direct tie as I can tie it the fastest and with cutting off the smallest tag too. May not be the best but also never had a issue so it works for me. 30 lb 5 wraps 20lb or less 7 wraps.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I dig it man. Use what works for you and what YOU have CONFIDENCE in. That's what makes fishing awesome, there is not one right way to do it. Thanks for watching man!

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

Well man I have not been able to offical do either of these ties man man I gotta practice this winter as well

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yessir! Practice up and I have full faith you will get them. Thanks for watching 👊

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

@@DEBOSFishing will do man and I think I got it down now we will have to see lol

[@suburbanfishing6441]

Honestly I like the double unit knot, unless I am going trout fishing in a creek

[@DEBOSFishing]

It's a good knot! Thanks for watching!

[@bigdaddy27658]

Alberto knot for all my connections. Easier to tie when on the water compared to FG knot.

[@brandongregory2028]

I used the surgeon knot

[@DEBOSFishing]

I've not used that one. If it's working for you, keep rocking it man!

[@codster200]

*Have used the braided line for several years **enjoyable.fishing** recommend both for salmon in the summer as well as walleye through the ice. Can’t beat it for the price!*

[@andrewwatson754]

Like that snip tool what kind is it?

[@chrismcvey908]

Awesome!! Ive been waiting for you to post a "leader" video. I'm also glad to see the Alberto works well for you. I think ive told you how im a big fan of the FG knot. I do like it and I can do it quickly however it can be a huge pain to tie correctly. I mess it up frequenty and have to start over alot. I learned to tie it by watching a saltwater video from Joshua Taylor of Salty Scales. Another saltwater video , "Salt Strong" also has a great video for tying it. I'm glad you gave it such an honorable mention. I'm looking forward to see if sometime this winter or in the spring you do post a video on it. Although there is some great videos out there they are still somewhat vague fortunately which you are not. Thanks for always being so thorough and easy to follow.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I've like the FG a lot when I tie it correctly. I've had a few people suggesting those salt strong or salty scales videos. I'll definitely look those up. I'll troubleshoot what I'm doing wrong and share with others. Thanks for watching, Chris!

[@survivor6520]

I am thinking about adding Braid and a Fluorocarbon leader to my spinning tackle because of watching your videos. This is extremely helpful and I can't wait to practice tying some knots. Any recommendation on the # test of Braid and Fluoro to use?

[@MrRourk]

The Trilene, Turle, Rapala Loop, Palomar, and the FG Knot are great to use. The PR Bobbin is the strongest braid knot but requires tools. A beach of a knot to tie. The FG is almost as strong.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I definitely want to become proficient with the FG. It's a slick knot!

[@MrRourk]

Tricky to tie.

[@seizedcarcass8440]

Is monofilament good for a leader? I’ve got a ton of 17lbs mono and I was wondering if I could use it as a leader instead or flouro?

[@Shevchenko_DBR9]

Both mono and flouro are great leaders, is all based on preference if you like stretch or flexibility. I personally use flouro because it’s so damn invisible that fish are more likely to bite, at least that’s my preference. Hope this helps you out a little.

[@DarthRaider520]

If you dont tie the fg knot correctly it snaps at the knot. Alberto is easy and thin enough to go through micro guides if done correctly.

[@c.shoefish]

Both knots are good, I personally prefer the blood knot. Tried the FG knot but it takes too damn long

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, the FG is something else. Good knot but does take some time. Thanks for watching.

[@xavierg.7907]

Hey is there Debo. I have been wanting to try the braided with a leader set up, but I do not know how long a leader should be. How long do you normally keep your leader? Love the video.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks for watching! I keep the leader out of the reel on my spinning rig. So about 6' leader on my 7' rod. I've only done it a few times on my casting rod for pitching. I use about 5' so it stays out of the tip guide. Everyone is different though.

[@xavierg.7907]

Thanks Debo. I can't wait to try it out.

[@Knubinator]

Sooo, did you ever get that FG knot practice in? We're in summer, bud!

[@bryangoetsch9048]

Can u use the same knots for a backing to braid ?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I usually use the uni to uni because it's a small knot for backing. Hope this helps man!

[@sjoervanderploeg4340]

If you take a double strand and wind it downwards on a leader, put the tag end of the leader through the last loop and pull on the mainline + tag end of the mainline and leader until it fully singes down!

[@BassHoleJt333]

Do you still use spool speed bearings and are they better then bocas

[@DEBOSFishing]

I do. I want to get more to test in some other combos. I'm trying to find a Warehouse to do casting type tests this winter. I need to find things to do when the snow falls ☹

[@dr.michaelr.foreman2170]

I don't know, I use my own made up knots. I have been fishing since I was a small boy and, some where along the line, I learned to tie my own style of knots. I think it started coming to me when I was a boy scout and just learned to turn a Boy scout knot into something for fishing. I am 66 years old now, and have only had one hook slide off the knot. Not bad for 60 years of fishing eh?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Boom! If it's working for you, keep doing it man! Thanks for watching 👊

[@aserafin1023]

Hi, can you tell me the reasons for using two types of line on a reel? Thanks!

[@scalnation3069]

Braid floats no stretch/more sensitive, fluro sinks and is invisible underwater. Great tactic for fishing stuff the required the most sensitivity possible like a bottom contact bait

[@Oldbasshole]

If the water you fish is super clear braid is more visible to the fish where flouro and mono are far less visible. May not matter on some bodies of water but definitely does on a high pressure lake

[@jeremiahclarin]

Do you ever had an issue where the knot gets caught on the rod tip eyelet? It goes thru fine but it's annoying when you cast and retrieve it.

[@justinmorris2915]

I have a pole where the last eyelet is tiny and the uni to uni knot loves to get hung up on it. When I do a leader on that rod I try to keep it short enough to where I can cast with the knot just outside the last eyelet.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@justinmorris2915 I usually try to do that as well. Otherwise, the FG knot comes through really well.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Some of the connection knots can get hung because they are not thin. That's why I like that FG knot. Comes through really well!

[@jeremiahclarin]

@@DEBOSFishing i might try that. Thanks brother.

[@dennisnicholson952]

I'm getting to the age, DEBO, where I need a jeweler's loupe to tie my fishing knots. It might be a little harder for me to tie but I believe that I prefer the Alberto knot.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I hear you my friend. We're knot getting any younger. Tie what's easy and effective for you. Thanks for watching!

[@chadunnering5733]

Can i use it on braid to mono?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yep, you can definitely use it for that!

[@justinmorris2915]

Hey Debo, I use the Uni to Uni knot now, but am probably going to eventually switch to the FG knot skipping the Alberto. I have used braid in the past but mainly used spinning reels so I'd usually just go with a decent mono line for simplicity or a light braid (15-20lb) to a 3-4ft flouro leader so I could keep the knot out of the eyes/reel. I am however getting more interested in mastering baitcasters and tossing lures into the snag-a-licious spots so I am switching to 65lb braid with a 20lb flouro leader. What length of leader do you find works best for you as an all-around setup that you can go from fishing a jig, to a texas rig, to a spinner bait etc. I have a couple baitcasters and a ton of spinning setups, but don't like taking a bunch of poles unless I'm on a boat so I am trying to find a good utility setup for the baitcaster with my spinning rod rigged for finesse for when I am bank fishing. Keep up the good videos man!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I personally only run braid on baitcasters for topwater. 15 lb or 17 lb fluorocarbon is my most versatile setup. Jigs, t-rigs, spinners will all go great on that.

[@drudow]

Blood knot for me.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I need to give that one a try! Thanks for watching!

[@toasteroven8088]

My Grandpa was teaching me how to tie knots when I was 7, we got into the blood knot and he asked me why they call it that? I asked " does it cut you when you tie it?" He laughed and said "no, the other guy does after you mess it up" thought I'd share a semi funny story. Do you always use a leader with braided line? Do you ever use all braided?

[@DEBOSFishing]

HHah that's funny man. I always use a leader on my spinning tackle. I'm trying straight braid on a couple casting combos. I normally only use braid for topwater.

[@Mr0TRANT0]

Do you get more sensitivity with braid to a fluoro leader or or with straight braid? @debo'sfishing @feeshingfriends

[@DEBOSFishing]

I would have to think it's very close if you're using a short leader.

[@maxeyta5835]

"You can use a braided main line and tie a fluorocarbon or monofilament leader" Can anyone tell me do we need same size for both line? i'm newbie btw..

[@alexanderlavoie5461]

No, they can be different sizes.

[@jakeorr23]

Blood knot

[@DEBOSFishing]

I need to try that one as well! Thanks for watching man!

[@Divx20]

Why have a leader? Why not just use the main line?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Because I use braid on my finesse spinning rod. I don't want fish to see the line with those small finesse lures. Thanks for watching man!

[@rullyhediyanto]

help me to buy spoolspeed bearings

[@DEBOSFishing]

Lol I don't think you'll need my help with that man. Thanks for watching brother!

[@willtrax71]

Alberto and Palomar…

[@dizzlesfeeshin8966]

I thought I commented on this... I cannot for the life of me make the uni work. I just don’t get it