Knot · Easy

Uni knot

The all-rounder for tying mono or braid to a hook or swivel.
Uni knot, step 1 of 5: Pass about 15 cm of line through the hook eye and double it back alongside the standing line.Step 1 / 5
  • Standing line
  • Tag end

Do

Tips

  1. 1

    Always wet the knot with saliva or water before you tighten it.

  2. 2

    Check the turns lie side by side without crossing.

Avoid

Common mistakes

  • Turns that cross over each other weaken the knot.

  • Pulling tight before the knot is wet can burn the line.

The drawings are stylised to show the order of the steps. We do not publish knot strength percentages, as they depend on the line and how the knot is tied. Next: Improved clinch knot.