In this video, Casey explains how to tie a loop knot.
Why Use a Loop Knot
A loop knot is ideal for attaching lures, squid jigs, and soft plastics—especially those without a split ring. It lets the lure move more freely, improving its action in the water.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Tie an Overhand Knot
- Start with your leader line.
- Make a small loop.
- Pass the tag end through the loop and pull it down so it’s small but can still fit the line through later.
2. Attach the Lure
- Pass the tag end through the lure’s eye.
- Pull the line so the overhand knot sits about a thumbnail’s width from the lure.
3. Feed the Tag End Back Through
- Pass the tag end back through the overhand knot.
- Lightly snug it to check the distance from the lure.
4. Wrap the Blood Knot Coils
- Wrap the tag end around the main line 5 times.
- Instead of going through the lower loop (as in a normal blood knot), pass the tag end back through the overhand knot.
5. Tighten the Knot
- Pull the main line, the coils, and the lure to seat the knot evenly.
- Trim the tag end.
Result
You’ll have a clean loop knot that allows your lure to move naturally and helps prevent bibbed lures from veering to one side.