Knot · Joining two lines
Double uni knot
Join two lines of similar or different diameters, for example a braid and a leader: two uni knots, each tied around the other line, slid against each other.
| Indicative strength |
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| Difficulty | Easy |
| Use | Joining two lines |
| Compatible lines | nylon, fluorocarbon, braid |
Diagram in preparation
The step-by-step drawing of “Double uni knot” is being checked; follow the steps below.
Step by step
- Overlap the two lines by about twenty centimetres, in opposite directions
- With the end of the first line, tie a five-turn uni knot around the second, then tighten it
- With the end of the second line, tie a uni knot around the first, then tighten it
- Moisten, pull on the two main lines: the two knots slide together until they butt up
- Trim the ends short
The test before fishing
Once tightened, the two knots must butt up against each other. Allow at least five turns, and seven to eight on the braid side.