Know Your Knots | BD Outdoors

Uni, Palomar, & Improved Clinch Knots- Know Your Knots

Capt. Brandon Nelson walks us through the tying of three tried and true fishing knots that everyone can use in a wide variety of fishing types. He also explains the logic behind using the various knots he is demonstrating. The old saying of “If you …

Know Your Knots

Perfection Loop Knot – Know Your Knots

Capt. Brandon Nelson shows how he ties the Perfection Loop. He likes to use it for live baiting where a little extra wiggle can make the difference between a bite and a try. This can also be tied to lures for the same reason if …

Know Your Knots

Connection Knots – Royal Polaris & Triple Surgeon’s Knot

Capt. Brandon Nelson demonstrates how to tie and why the Royal Polaris knot and the Triple Surgeon’s knot. Each is used as a connection knot from braid to mono or mono to fluoro leaders. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques …

Know Your Knots

San Diego Jam Knot – Know Your Knots

Capt. Brandon Nelson shows us one of his favorite fishing knots, the San Diego Jam knot and the double San Diego Jam version. It can be used for many applications like tying hooks, jigs, and more while inshore or offshore fishing. Our “Know Your Knots” …

Know Your Knots

Surgeon’s Loop Knot – Know Your Knots

Capt. Brandon Nelson ties up the Surgeon’s Loop knot and explains the variety of uses it has in local fisheries. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when …

Know Your Knots

Bimini Twist – Know Your Knots

Capt. Brandon Nelson walks us through the tying of the famous Bimini Twist, a knot used to create a double line at the end of your mainline for various leader connections. He also explains the logic behind using the various knots he is demonstrating. Our …