Strongest Braid to Braid Fishing Knot [Modified Double Uni Knot]

[@hisalone7166]

You aren’t going to believe this but I was searching for quite some time for a knot that would not come apart when I’m joining new yarn for my socks! I knit all of my hubby’s socks and occasionally when I join two different yarns they would come apart in the washing machine. Not anymore! Thanks so much for reminding me about this knot. I was raised in a fishing family and had completely forgotten about it. Blessings! Beverly

[@Saltstrong]

How awesome! Thanks for sharing the different application for this double uni knot.

[@nelsonortiz1606]

This knot IS extremely powerful, I almost got spooled by an accidental cobia hookup while fishing for spanish here in NC and this knot handled very well. You should've seen my facial expression when I felt the knot go through my guides toward the fish but landed him after a really good fight. Was fishing with a very small penn pursuit 3000 with 20lb braid. Awesome tutorial! Keepem coming!

[@lukesimonds3653]

+Nelson Ortiz Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment Nelson! Glad to see that this knot held up for the cobia... hopefully that resulted in some tasty fillets for dinner for your and your family/friends. Fish On!

[@robertgerber2533]

Nelson Ortiz would love to have a problem like that

[@WildHemii]

Nelson Ortiz I have a question. Is the SINGLE uni knot good and can it real in 0-20 lbs fish? And is it better then the palomar knot?

[@eugenecu4415]

Can i ask what lure do u use and rod? Thanks

[@kushairiroslei]

Explore The Wild palomar knot is one of the good knot and same with uni knot. Kinda same.

[@johne4220]

I needed to add some line to my dad's reels, and this was just the perfect instructional for learning how to tie this braid to braid knot. Luke you made it really easy to learn, and I appreciate that. I've added new braid to two reels in just a few minutes, and I only have one more to go. Can't believe it was that easy!

[@studyasmr4896]

Well done video and thanks for using hi-vis line and a dark back drop. 🙏🏻

[@spraym88]

Absolutely Awesome! I've never thought of just simply adding fresh braid to my spool that was running low! Thanks Luke & Salt Strong

[@Saltstrong]

Glad to help! Thanks for the checking it out!

[@mikerosenzweig3416]

I was searching for a knot to add a mono leader to braid. I found several but the videos all demonstrated with heavy line. They were all very difficult when using light line. I came across the double uni which I used in fly fishing and tried that. Much easier to get a good knot and they pass through the eyelets smoothly. Tried it out on a new ultralight rig and it casts perfectly. I added a tiny drop of crazy glue to the knot per the recommendation in the video.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Use the rod and reel handle FG method in light line. Practice a bit until you get the right tension.

[@mikemuscatiello8787]

Thank you for the simple demonstration of the knot. I stripped more then half the spool to splice in hi-vis braided line and Im hoping that this knot is as strong as every one is saying. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelohara5703]

Can’t believe I actually did it!! Super strong knot! Great video! Had to watch a few times to get it right…. Two left thumbs…..

[@Saltstrong]

So glad we could help!

[@sabadashi]

This is my go to channel for fishing knots. Just yesterday, I had trouble with my braid line and this video saved my life. Thank you for the clear visuals and instructions. 👍

[@Saltstrong]

Great to hear! Thanks for your support!

[@lornehargis2614]

Once again......thank you for yet another great knot tutorial

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@MrDerkderkallah]

Three hours on the bank watching other videos. Maybe luck, but your video helped me crack it. Thanks 🙏🏼😂👍

[@headers4life]

Living in southern Baja. Transplanted smallmouth fisherman searching for dorado and tuna in my retirement. Thank you

[@philipgfishing]

Thinking of using this knot to top up my braid on same spool. That will save some $$$ instead spooling the whole spool thank you so much!

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome!

[@scotthajney4127]

I'm getting back into saltwater after a 25 year hiatus and switching to braid. Gonna use this vid to help me. Thanks so much!

[@dennyballgame1476]

Great tutorial. I actually used this last year and this year after losing some line I had a fish run me down to this connection. I was able to bring in a 28in striper with this connection exposed at least twice. I neglected to like and subscribe last year. I won't make the same mistake twice. Thank you!!

[@JonahColon]

Man you saved me 20 bucks, I have half a spool of 30 pound test for my curado dc and I didn’t wanna respool or buy more line so I did the double uni to my half of a spool and the other side to my bait caster and she spooled right up, thanks 😂

[@anthonyhawk5977]

Thanks! I'm new to braid. I bought a spool to replace the line on my baitcaster but 100 yards only goes half way. I'll buy another spool and finish spooling it up.

[@JohnWilliams-ph4rc]

Very good video and very helpful as i could not get a knot too hold when using 20lb braid and tying it to 70lb braided shock leader thanks

[@johnyeo32]

Brilliant Knot. So easy to tie and super strong!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@nickhybner8485]

Bang! Took me a few goes to accomplish the desired end result but now it’s done I think it’s a knot you can keep for life. Thanks so much for the video

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for leaving a nice comment!

[@Lynderella]

I make jewelry with very thin braided line and this is the only thing that has worked when I run out of thread and need a bit more for a project. Thanks!

[@herenow2895]

Great knot. Much better than the one I was using for braid to braid. You helped me out loads. Thanks for sharing.

[@napieraerialphotography6785]

Great video, really easy to follow and I now have a reel (with a tangle in the middle of the spool) cut out and tied back together. At home strength tests seem really good!

[@teamdmt1618]

This knots proved all my setup are very strong. Thanks

[@shaunjervis6275]

Great knot i only used to use 6 wraps but never failed me !! I alway's wet braid when tying knot's far stronger !!

[@friendlyneighborhoodspider9416]

I know I kept burning mine

[@marinrands]

Great video and demonstration!! Straight to the point, easy to follow!! Success on the first attempt!! Thanks!

[@alexiskomondorea8854]

This was exactly what I needed. Thanks so much!

[@ieuandaniels6965]

That's the easiest tutorial on a double uni I have ever seen. Thanks

[@shaunerickson7621]

salt strong is my go to for any kind of info. I fish boca grande quite frequently and these guys have helped me out a lot with their tips and insight. I also just purchased one of their slam strong performance shorts and they are awesome. well worth the money.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for making time to leave this nice comment and for purchasing our Slam Strong shirt. Fish On!

[@nancyn3863]

Is it a problem for this knot to go through the guides when fighting a very big fish like a tuna? (That would be in the situation where you added more braid to fill the spool.)

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for your question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: www.saltstrong.com/articles/strongest-braid-to-braid-fishing-knot/

[@brodiephillips6467]

This is often used in the UK for attaching light braid (20-30lb) to a heavy braid leader (70lb+). It sounds weird, but a lot of anglers use it whilst beach fishing with 15ft through-action rods and it chucks the lead and bait out of sight. The anglers that use braid leaders use this knot to attach it to their mainline. Great video mate.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks Brodie!

[@BigT73]

@@Saltstrong What about using the bimini twist for a braid mainline to braid leader? Have you tried it yet it's much much stronger than this knot if using it for a leader knot and incredibly neat & tidy. I would highly recommend the bimini over this for leader knot although as you say this is a great knot for tying braid mainline together 👍

[@BigT73]

You need to be using a specific leader knot Brodie like the bimini twist or even the fg knot which works impeccably for braid to braid as well as braid to mono/flouro it's incredibly strong but if you are fishing hard ground us cod Anglers in the North east use a bimini twist as there's no chance of the knot failing the 200lbs braid will break before the knot does. The bimini is also silent when casting it doesn't clunk through the rings at all its very smooth indeed.

[@havadansudanisler2872]

Very Thanks Sir, It 's very easy and clear explanation with black backside colour and light colour Braids... Bravo..

[@cpk2GIRL]

But if i'm tying a new 10 lb braid to the original 30 lb backing braid for my spin reel..... can't I also use the FG Knot?

[@jb-es5zj]

fg is the way to go for leader

[@jairdabrini]

Thank you for this upload, never tied a mod double uni knot before, but following this video was a breeze despite doing it on a camo 0,09mm braid that needed to be extended in order to get the best possible casting distance. ❤

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it helped!

[@erniemathews5085]

This one works under heaviest loads. Thanks for putting it out for us.👌

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@zacktam]

thank you for this video. i just did it to connect two braided lines to spool an extra reel with left over line. Cheers!

[@garypuckett5694]

SoCal fishing larger pelagic, so from the point of view of knot strength which is better uni to uni or bimini to bimini? I'm using 65 - 80 lb braid.

[@projeKCtion]

i’d like to know this as well.

[@lieghbrown2637]

This helped me so much. The last video I watched when I first started fishing several years ago confused me and I said forget it.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@rdance3]

Adding new, high vis, to my old line was what I was going to do but this seems like it would be hard having to put the new spool through. I guess you just make a really big loop?

[@panagiotiskimouris]

I have also used this knot by my self , it is for sure one of the fastest knots , and it can help you , in a difficult time, but it's not the strongest ! Nice video and tight lines!

[@Saltstrong]

Which knot have you found to be stronger than this double uni knot for a braid to braid connection?

[@budiarianto2289]

Try connect with double biminitwist...is more stronger, its tested

[@panagiotiskimouris]

@@Saltstrong You create a loop to each braid, with bimini twist knot and then you join both loops with loop to loop connection 👍, I can send you a video if you like! Tight lines 🎣 P. S : Sorry for the three years late reply, but I just got a notification, from another comment ☺️

[@Luke-ze9ou]

I have came back to this video so many times so thank you very much once again sir 😂😊

[@KrisKantzos]

If u have for a example P2.5 0.260mm etc braid line amd you tie that knot will it be able to handle a 10 kg bonito?

[@jordangdj]

Great video your a mind reader i was just sitting here looking at my baitcaster and thinking gotta make a run to buy more braid tomorrow before i head out now back on schedule i have a couple of quarter full rolls of braid around I'm tying it on tonight. ....Thank you Thank you.

[@dougiemac8417]

Thank you Salt Strong. Rather new to fishing. Never thought I’d need this knot. As it turns out I do. Thanks for sharing your technique. 👍🏾💯👍🏾

[@Saltstrong]

Glad to help!

[@SOPhenix-np6cl]

Good knot i have these on my 50 wide. Main line 100lb braid to another. Caught a ton of wahoo. No issues

[@jplee3]

Would this be the go-to/preferred not for rejoining/reconnecting the same diameter braid (that might have been cut/broken off prior)? How does this compare to just doing a triple or quadruple surgeon's knot?

[@Saltstrong]

Yes, this double uni knot is a great choice for connecting lines of both similar sizes and same sizes. For connecting the same line to itself, I prefer the double uni above the triple or quadruple surgeon's knot because it tested better in a majority of the different lines that I used above the surgeon... especially with braid.

[@JeffHarjo-y1c]

Thanks for the video!! It took me a few times through to get the process but it worked!!!

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@semirbeyaztunc8124]

what is your opinion about using a cheap but same strength braid as back up instead of mono? if this idea does not contain any down side i will switch and use this knot between the backup (cheap, a little thicker, same strength) braid and main line braid.

[@garyanderson9535]

Attention,the best knot vids are the ones with no commentary!

[@MohamedIsmail-ps3sc]

Awesome Share , the knot is very strong and easy to Learn. Well Done

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you!

[@dannydnice1]

Still using like u said. Lost alot of line on a snag. Replaced like 200 yards and left the old line as a backing

[@SpeedingSideway]

I repeated twice watching but what was the "modified" part of the uni to uni knot? Cuz with braid I always go at least double or triple the amount of wraps compare to mono or fluoro

[@Saltstrong]

The doubling of the wraps is the modification, so it seems as if you have already doing it.

[@loganjohnson8010]

@@Saltstrong bruh

[@ncianci87]

The 10 second double tap feature is the best for these videos, double tap on either side to go back or forward 10 seconds makes finding your spot way easier

[@A-R53]

I just followed your method and knotted my two fishing lines and I will hope it works as you said.

[@full_metal2452]

Would this work for attaching floro leader to braid?

[@JovenMarkOriel]

Same question here

[@full_metal2452]

@@JovenMarkOriel it does work great

[@befrankpls]

Very happy. Simple but a great knot. Keep it up. Thumbs up.

[@kaineboyd8376]

Let’s say you started the left side do you start the uni loops under or over the doubled loop line? And if it’s under does the 2nd uni on the right have to be cementrical to the left uni? I could have worded that better I hope that made enough sense

[@Saltstrong]

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[@supersnake3104]

Today Dec 16 2023. Lost half a spool due to wrapped around rod tip. YT search got me this vid. Connected new line using this tutorial and landed another 10 fish. Largest 25kg. Yes this knot works. I used 8 rounds on both ends of 30lbs braid

[@Saltstrong]

Sorry to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@hookedonthebay3890]

I never thought of this. This is a great idea and I will definitely do this next time I change line. Guys next time you buy fishing apparel use salt strong. I'd rather give my money to someone who helps me out.

[@lukesimonds3653]

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[@ParkerAuldFishing]

Very useful strategy for attaching braided line

[@antoleyo3857]

Crystal-clear explanation. Now it's time to buy paracord. Cheers from Indonesia

[@DBCooper2]

Thanks for this, you made it very easy to follow

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it helped!

[@mertozcan7885]

Hey! firstly I like your all staff, you are great! I want to use this knot for surfcasting fishing when long casting. so do you recommend it for me or is fg knot better for me? (my leader braid to braid) 0.16 to 0.24

[@jevoncooper295]

the double uni knot vs the blood knot braid to braid which one would you choose

[@arcel_dizon]

Is it fine to join a 10lb line and a 12lb line together? Both are braided

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time.

[@jb-es5zj]

yes

[@manuelgutierrez9892]

I need this knot knowledge in my fishing life.

[@teeroy9059]

I use this to tie braid to braid on the spool. Any idea why this knot results in the braid bunching up into a ball/birds nest when casting?. I've followed the instructions several times and repeated the knot over and over. My knots are identical to those in the video. For some reason the knot catches on the line when casting and results in a mess.

[@Saltstrong]

You should use the arbor knot when connecting line on the spool to avoid this issue. Check this out: www.saltstrong.com/articles/arbor-knot/

[@tlowe7961]

So helpful! I got it on my first try!

[@maxstoltz3061]

excellent how to video, 10/10 would recommend !!

[@kpcscience]

I am thinking of making a bunch of traces with fluorocarbon leader tied to a few metres of braid with an fg knot and then tying braid on braid using this double uni when I am out spinfishing and need to replace my leader. The fg is too hard to tie in the field and thought this might be a good solution?

[@Saltstrong]

Give it a try and let us know how it works

[@kerryhennessy169]

This should break significantly higher if you double both ends before the Uni/Uni correct? I would think at higher drag settings (30lb ish) you would want every advantage possible dealing with monsters

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time

[@jb-es5zj]

not sure what you mean by double both ends

[@kerryhennessy169]

@@jb-es5zj If the running end were doubled via spider hitch or Bimini twist it should increase breaking strength

[@muhamadq1744]

My reel takes 200yrds of 20lb braid. I was only able to put 150yrds of suffix 832 because i didnt find the 300 available. But i also have some 20lb PowerPro braid. Can i use this knot to tie the PowerPro to the suffix832 to add the remaining 50yrds of the 200 capacity? Or will this knot screw me over mid fight?

[@Saltstrong]

The knot will work for those lines, but I recommend against having knot just 50 yards deep in a spool because it'll negatively impact casting performance. I'd wind the 150 yards off of the spool to put the 50 yards of other line at the bottom of the spool. And then tie on the 150 yard section for the top part with this braid to braid knot.

[@anthonyalleyne8724]

Thanks i just used it!! Btw can i use this setup when im connecting my mono to the front?

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for your question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: www.saltstrong.com/articles/strongest-braid-to-braid-fishing-knot/

[@jb-es5zj]

id say yes you probably dont need to do so many wraps with the mono or fluro you use for the leader but id reccomend using a fg knot strongest knot i know of

[@moremlv]

That’s a very nice video. Super easy and with clear communication. Thank you

[@irahazan]

does doubling the line before tying the UNI KNOT add to any strength here. I've been told it is the way to go especially with braid to flurocarbon leaders. have you done any tests to confirm this? I hate tying doubled braid. This is a very good demo and I'm glad I watched it.

[@Saltstrong]

Yes, doubling the line does add a bit more strength. But it becomes increasingly more difficult to tie so I don't teach it that way nor do I do it myself... not worth the added time and increased level of making a mistake when tying the doubled line method.

[@TheAzappia1]

The shop I had spool the reel I use for tarpon stopped short of the spools capacity for some reason. Will something like this hold up to a 100+ lb tarpon?

[@fives645]

I gotta nasty wind knot that snapped on me in the middle of my spool so instead of completely responding it i just joined it with this not and spooled the other half. Thank you so much the helped a lot.

[@durbanmedia]

worked first time- awesome video TY

[@chonrubio7277]

Thank you Salt Strong for these free helpful tips! It has helped me a lot.

[@AlphaSlothins]

I got a penn conflict 2 LC that 300 yds of 30lb braid only filled it up about halfway. Heading to the shop to get another spool this thing is rediculous lol.

[@philmurphy7532]

We made it!!!!!! Thanks very much 😀

[@davidlancaster3144]

This knot works and does not tangle up the reel.

[@hamiddrazza5741]

Superb... ❤❤❤❤Super like salute to you brother ❤❤❤

[@carstx]

Thanks for posting the vid and the detailed instructions.

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EmperorKillian]

Any idea what the break strength percentage is? I’m super leery of braid to braid connections.

[@TheGolem105]

I did the exact same knot with my 30 pound spider wire stealth braid but it’s pretty big and bulky and I can feel it going through my guides

[@noeluganajr2286]

This is for 20 lbs below or even 15lbs below. Just use SC knot if you don't know how to tie the dreadful FG knot

[@frankiev-tech4630]

I like how you made the point of not to waste your line....makes total sense than wasting it...I caught a massive 8' black tipped shark with a 40lb braid and 50lb mono with that knot and surprising its sharp teeth didn't cut it...but I concur on the strength that knot has.

[@emmabancroft7760]

Very good have just topped up my reel with new braid using this knot, clear instruction thanks...

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for making time to leave this nice comment. Glad to see that you enjoyed this modified uni knot for braid to braid. Fish On!

[@cindylougranada404]

What about for tinner lines like 8lb is it 10 or 15 wraps

[@norcalcoastanglerfishing9661]

Thanks so much bro, I tried spoiling up 40lb braid drunk and ended up getting all tangled halfway through. You saved my ass haha thanks tight lines

[@SuqMadiq]

NorCalCoastAngler Fishing literally happened to me last night.

[@joshibrahim1537]

Been there buddy lol

[@tedsell1455]

better to change line with Beer than not at all 🍺🐟

[@projeKCtion]

@@joshibrahim1537 ditto!

[@niklasheikinheimo2324]

Great knot, been uusing this forever and a nice how to video also! One question, how is this modified from the normal?

[@Saltstrong]

+Niklas Heikinheimo The normal double uni knot specifies 5 twists around the loop, and this one specifies at least 10 twists... all else is the exact same. The reason I called it the "modified" double uni knot is to make sure that anglers who already know the double uni knot don't overlook the added twists when using braid because they have proven to increase the breaking strength by more than 10% in my testing.

[@bodhizafa7125]

Cuz it's braid 2 braid u must use twice the wraps. He considers this modified.

[@paulcarbone4054]

It’s not modified. It is a normal uni to uni. 80 lb I use 6 wraps. 40 to 65 I use 7, and under 40 I use 8. If I’m using 20 or 30 sometimes I’ll double the line and use 6 wraps.

[@philippiansfourfour1081]

I never use braid mainline only as backing and it does get rough spots on it during a long run from time to time. So this was also the best knot I could think of for tying braid to braid and it really does hold up well. Only difference is cover the knot with my thumb and index finger and trim the tag ends using a lighter to keep the ends of the braid from fraying. I use a modified Albright special for everything else, some call it an ‘Alberto’ knot

[@carolinaskiffer7248]

Great teaching presentation! Best that I have seen!

[@xro5841]

I never put that many loops, but don't see a problem with it. I never have issues when i just use 5 loops or so. Even if it is Braid to Mono works great.

[@paulowens8972]

Double uni! What is the modification?

[@Saltstrong]

Just modified the amount of recommended twists... most double uni videos say to use 5 to 7 twists, but going up to 10 is important when using braid.

[@punasurf4697]

Just what I needed. Mahalo!

[@Saltstrong]

Glad we could help!

[@droceretik]

I have fabricated a test rig using a boat winch and a hydraulic dial gauge tensiometer. This gauge has an error of less that 1% at 50 lbs tension using a digital scientific test meter to calibrate. The rig is capable of testing lines between 10 and 200 lbs. The only joining method I have found, that equals or exceeds line strength, is a splice. I use a simple formula for minimum splice overlap which is line diameter in mm x 100. It would be interesting to test a range of knots but I think that has been done by others many, many times and posted on line. Everyone seems to have a favorite knot they swear is the best. The only proper way is laboratory testing using ISO materials strength test methods. My rig is pretty good and I may test a few knots if I'm inclined to set up the test rig again on my bench.

[@Saltstrong]

Sounds like a cool knot testing assembly.

[@gaumer10]

If only splices were more simple to tie...

[@luchyie4178]

Best vid out there. Mahalo from Hawaii!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment.

[@JuanGomez-hq6jq]

Can you reel that knot into ur spool or will it cause knotting in the spool?

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for your question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/2V7mGE7

[@TheFireWitch]

Thanks! The double-Uni is always a good choice, but I would not have known to double the Uni wraps… 👍🏼

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!