Definition of Blood Knot • FlyFish Circle

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Blood Knot

The blood knot is a popular and reliable fishing knot used to join two lines of similar diameter, such as connecting sections of a leader or attaching a tippet to a leader. The knot is characterized by its slim, low-profile design and excellent strength, making it ideal for fly fishing applications where a smooth connection is crucial for accurate casting and presentation. To tie a blood knot, both lines are wrapped around each other several times before being passed back through the formed loops and tightened securely.

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