Tie Braided Line to Monofilament Line

HOW TO

If you’re searching for more line capacity and stress resistance when fishing with a graphite rod, tying a braided line to a monofilament line is a must-know technique. Let's teach you how to do it!

Why Use Braid on Mono?

Using braided lines enhances throwing distance since they are more difficult to break. While the monofilament fishing line is strong, it can fail when a fish is thrashing around. You’ll need braid in your arsenal if you’re planning on catching bigger fish.

The most common fishing knots for braided line to monofilament are the double uni knot, the Royal Polaris knot, and the FG knot which is ideal for heavy dragging.

Fishing Knots for Braided Line to Monofilament

What is the Best Knot for Braid to Mono?

The best knot, in my experience, is the Double Uni Knot. Three things make this knot so appealing to most anglers: Tying the knot is simple, fast and easy to learn and it’s the strongest braid to mono knot.

How to Use a Double Uni Knot

Using the Double Uni Knot, you can tie braided line to monofilament line, but you can also tie two braided lines together if you need more length than what's provided by two spools.

Tying braided line to monofilament line is a lot easier than you think. It might take a little practice, but it's easy to master. Check out the full tutorial below!

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