Bimini twist

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

I've been working on this knot all day, finally got it, or at least damn close (I think) I am having trouble getting the wraps started right away, I can keep them tight once I'm going but at first it's tough, any tips? Or does the knot look good so far, I used probably around 40 wraps, I noticed the more there is the more difficult, how do you guys tie it?

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

Well I am definitely getting better at it, I've now done some with as many twists as 150, good number for me seems to be around 60-80. I can tie it pretty quick now, and have a whole bunch pre-tied. I understand the know retains 100% of its strength, but wouldn't that all be defeated by using another knot below it that doesn't retain 100% (only as strong as the weakest link). Appreciate all input, thanks!

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

Thanks for the tips, I've been avoiding this knot, figured might as well just learn it. Lots of information to consider. I like tying it, took me a while to get it. That's for sure.

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

Not sure how I was finishing it before, but it's much better now I think. This is the latest one and I think I can see improvement.

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

I've now managed to get rid of the bump in the final knot, I wasn't putting the tag end between the two lines at the end, much better now. Smooth streamlined knot.

[Castnblast 86]

Bimini twist is a cool knot.

The Duck knows how to tie it better than anyone else I know

[Castnblast 86]

mike you should post a youtube video on the Bimini and show these guys how you do it. It' is impressive.

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

I have heard Mike is a knot smith. Through the grape vine of fellow fishermen. Haha.

[toma-hawk 44]

What would you use this knot for. Just curious.???

Rick T.

[Guest FreshwaterFisherman]

I haven't used it yet fishing, was just working on knots so when I do, I'm not learning it on the water. Basically anytime you want a loop that retains 100% line strength.

[flybum 95]

What would you use this knot for. Just curious.???

Rick T.

I use this knot for attaching my fly line to my backing. It's a loop to loop connection as long as you have a welded loop on the fly line. It's a 100%er and I NEVER worry about the connection. It's also very simple to change your fly line if needed.

Otherwise it's more commonly used in salt water when putting together shock tippets etc.

[toma-hawk 44]

Thank you both for the explanation.I will have to investigate this knot and try to tie it.

Rick T