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I use both, depending on the size of the tippet relative to the size of the fly-heavy tippet small fly, loop knot; light tippet large fly, 1620 (clinch) knot…….. I’ve found that using a loop knot for tying a large fly to light tippet causes abrasion on the tippet which increases the risk of the tippet breaking at the eye of the hook.

I don’t think it’s a valid test that’s not how you fish a streamer. That being said if you put in front of a fish they will eat it . Thank you Doctor :-)

Great vid! Fly fishing could use some more debunking 😎

When I am fishing, I use both knot types. It depends on the retrieve I am going to use, and what type of fly I am fishing. Where I see the loop knot giving more action is during a jerk - strip retrieve. When you make that slight pause the loop allows the fly to mimic a wounded bait alot better than the clinch knot. IMO. Thanks for the demonstration. Very interesting 👍👍

My guess would be the loop knot is #1. The current would move the tippet, which is directly connected to the fly via a clinch knot. A loop would break contact as that line moves around.

My guess is that one piece of mono pulling a fly is better than two (as in a loop)?

#1!

This really isn’t a test that would show which knot provides more movement as it is a single constant force pushing more or less one direction against the fly. Jerking and stripping where the fly pauses and changes directions would be a much better test especially with articulated flies. But you don’t need a fancy current tank to see which is better. Just go fish both knots in clear water and watch the difference. The loop knot allows more movement in those circumstances.

Your means of testing is similar to spin fishing trolling and not fly fishing stripping. When stripping, you will see a lot more movement with the non-slip loop knot versus the clinch knot. Just in the stripping pause, the loop knot with show a lot more movement.

So tell us which is which! I suspect #1 was the loop but am I right? Not sure if the trout care though?!

I thought the #1 knot seemed to have more movement, but the difference between it and #2 was negligible at best. The comment the fly materials giving this particular fly a lot of movement I think was a relevant obsevation. I think a better test might be using some nymphs like a Copper John, a Hare's Ear, or maybe a Rickards Callibaetis (my personal favorite).

Homer Rhodes, Florida tarpon guide, developed the loop knot in the 1950s so 80 lb. shock tippets could be tied to flies directly. A simple bucktail like any of the tarpon blonde series would have a lot less action clinch-knotted to a shock tippet.

This fly's materials offer lots of movement anyway. The same could be said for maribou or one with long saddles like a Deceiver. What he should do is test the knots using a simple bucktail like a Thunder Creek or a Mickey Finn. Thanks for the test, however.

I think ,# 1 is the loop.not .don't think the fish would care either way Rjc

Knot #2 streamer appeared to have a greater range of motion than #1.

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Awesome catch. What a thrill that must have been. Congrats.

So i enjoyed the video but please answer the question about what u did

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Knot number 2 sir

In this case it really doesn't matter. I use a non slip loop knot all the time for Scandinavian coastal sea trout fishing with a shrimp streamer.

Best streamer I've ever fished for trout and smallmouth. Great from Montana to California to Pennsylvania. Just nailed a dozen fish yesterday on it.

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IMHO, a fish in the mood would grab either one. The type of knot is irrelevant.

#2? The head seems to bob more in #2.

Nice! What did they bite on? Thanks for sharing.

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Nice work. Great tips. Thanks.

i think i would use a light switch rod for less work.

Subtitles in Spanish please! From Neuquén, Patagonia

Subtitles in Spanish please!

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Your voice reminds me of John Lithgow.

This guy brewer is just the best

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Just subscribed, I wish your videos were longer. Good job 👍🏽.

Dude you got skills and potential for a larger channel. Please make your videos longer, tell us about your gear and even what the plan for the day is. I’m a new subscriber and new to fly fishing, thanks brother.

Would you be open to sharing your fly rig set up so your viewers could stop by and get what is needed to maybe duplicate and experience this beautiful catch also? Love your videos. Thank you for sharing.

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That is a plastic bobber any bait fisherman knows. Great to see fly fisherman acknowledging a great fishin tool.

Looks great! But chilly!

Nice fish! What's the name of the streamer, size hook, and color?

What fly was used to catch the fatty?

Awesome work dan!! Looks like the fishing is red HOT!!!!

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Now that is funny! You have great sense of humor Hugs from Sharon

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