Captain Danny Forde
Skill Level: 1-star
Supplies Needed: Snap swivel and fishing line.

Published 2014: Here is a proven big game offshore knot used by some of the best crews on the circuit. It’s simple and easy to tie and provides 100% strength.

Slide the double line through your snap swivel.

Next, take the double line and wrap 4 times around the double main line from bottom to top — Next, take the double line and wrap 4 times around the double main line—from bottom to top.

Now, wrap the double line back down 4 times.

After 4 times your knot should look like this.

Next, take the double line tag end and insert it through the small gap (just like a fisherman knot) as pictured — Next, take the double line tag end and insert it through the small gap (just like a fisherman’s knot) as pictured.

Next, moisten the entire knot and pull from the main line and swivel.

Finally, pull and cinch down tight and then trim off the excess double line tag ends.

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