Trilene Knot
Best Used For
Strong knot for joining monofilament line to hooks. Passes through the hook eye twice for extra security.
About the Trilene Knot
The Trilene Knot is an enhanced version of the Improved Clinch Knot that adds extra security by passing through the hook eye twice. This double pass distributes stress more evenly and provides additional holding power, making it particularly effective with monofilament lines. It's named after the Trilene fishing line company that popularized this variation.
Best Line Types: Monofilament and fluorocarbon (especially effective with mono)
Knot Strength: Retains approximately 90% of the line's original strength
When to Use: Perfect for monofilament lines when you need extra security. Excellent for larger hooks, heavy fish, or situations where knot failure isn't an option.
Security Advantage: The double pass through the hook eye provides superior holding power compared to single-pass knots.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- First pass: Pass the line through the hook eye from the front.
- Second pass: Bring the line back and pass through the hook eye again in the same direction.
- Make wraps: Wrap the tag end around the standing line 5-6 times.
- Thread back: Pass the tag end back through both loops at the hook eye.
- Wet and tighten: Moisten the knot and pull both ends to tighten slowly.
- Trim excess: Cut the tag end close to the knot.
Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
✓ Pro Tips
- • Stronger than Improved Clinch Knot
- • Excellent with monofilament lines
- • Double pass provides extra security
- • Perfect for larger hooks and heavy fish
- • Easy upgrade from basic clinch knots
⚠ Common Mistakes
- • Forgetting the second pass through hook eye
- • Not threading back through both loops
- • Using with very small hook eyes
- • Too many wraps causing bulk at hook eye
- • Not wetting before final tightening
Video Tutorial
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