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I have been using the rapala knot when fishing lures, minnow baits, jigs, etc. I found that the loop seems to give the lure or jig better action. Does anyone tie a similar non slip type loop knot? Is the rapapa knot the best one? Thanks for any input.
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I have seen it used on In-Fisherman many times. I wish I could tie it period.[]
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Sometimes I find that using a small split ring helps create better action (for Rapalas), especially on the Provo.
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You can tie a uni-knot and pull the tag end tight before the knot cinches and have a loop. I use it for everything, all species, all lures, all hooks, everywhere. And, it takes less than 10 seconds. It never fails.

It will sometimes pull tight and cinch down after you catch a fish, but that's a good thing because it forces you to re-tie, which you should do after every fish if you're concerned about catching the next one.
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[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 2][#002850]When connecting to a lure that is designed for lots of movement I always tie a Duolock or Fast-Lock snap onto the end of my leader. Then I can easily and quickly change out lures without having to re-tie. Also, that keeps wear and tear from occurring where the knot would have been if you were tying directly onto the lure. The drawbacks for using snaps are minimal but worth it to me. One of the drawbacks is that it might be a tad bit less “natural” looking. But you can use any good knot you depend on to tie to the snap. I also believe that the metal snap allows more lure movement than line does.

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[] I like use a rapala knot on all my crankbaits.
and I like using the same not for my courser minnow flys..
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I use this knot alot with jerkbaits
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Thats the coolest freakin thing I've ever seen in my life... And also that chick has a really hot voice...

I've wanted to use this knot for jigs at the Gorge, and now I see what I was doing wrong !

Thanks for posting the anamation thing...
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Hey not the sexy voice but at least a good dozen knots.



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[font "Goudy Old Style"][blue]Wow that was awesome! Well worth watching. I have always wondered how to tie that knot. I watched the guys on In-Fisherman use it on a Pop-R and make it walk the dog![/blue][/font]
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Thanks for the input, some great info.
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I use the Rapala knot for big tippet and small flies. It allows the fly to pivet better and gives the fly more action. This is really important on Henry's Lake.

Windriver
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Take a look at [url "http://www.netknots.com"]www.netknots.com[/url]. Lots of good information.
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This site has animated knot tying instruction. Not just fishing knots either, they have boating, climbing, etc.etc.

[url "http://www.animatedknots.com/"]http://www.animatedknots.com/[/url]
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