For many anglers, the Palomar knot is the best fishing knot in existence. Strong and easy to reproduce, the palomar knot makes it simple to connect a line to a hook, swivel or lure. Here's how to tie a palomar knot in 4 steps.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Palomar knot
The Palomar knot is one of the strongest and most reliable fishing knots available. It is also very easy to tie and works with most types of line.
On the other hand, it is a complicated fishing knot to use on large diameters of wire or small eyelets.
Tie the Palomar knot in pictures
- Make a loop in your line and pass it through the swivel, hook or staple to be connected over a length of about 30cm.
2. Make one or two loops, taking care to include your swivel, hook or staple. Make sure you leave enough excess thread (about 15cm) to complete the next step.
3. Pass your swivel, hook or staple through the loop in the excess.
4. Tighten the knot, taking care to moisten it beforehand, and cut off any excess thread.
Tie the Palomar knot in video
We advise you to use this fishing knot mainly to tie your swivels or staples. The part in contact with the metal is lined with this knot, making it more resistant to rubbing.
Useful links to start lure fishing:
FG knot: How to make a perfect FG knot ?
Fishing knot: 5 essential fishing knots to master
Braid or nylon: Which line to choose for lure fishing?
Casting or spinning: which choice to adopt?
