Dropper Loop Knot

How to tie a Dropper Loop Knot

The Dropper Loop knot is used when making rigs where you want the lead weight to be at the very bottom of the rig. The Dropper Loop should not be very long or it may twist and foul during the cast. The Dropper Loop Knot is not a strong knot as the line is pulling against itself not against a second line. However properly tied and carefully formed it can hold up to the breaking strain of the line.

Method:

1. Form a simple loop in the line.

2. Pull one side of the loop down and begin taking turns with it around the main line. Keep count where turns are made open so turns gather equally on both sides.

3. After (lucky) seven turns, reach through the centre opening and pull remaining loop through. Place a stick or finger in the loop to hold it in place.

4. With the loop in this position - wet the line and slowly pull both ends of line, making sure the turns gather evenly on either side of loop.

5. Form the knot by pulling everything as tightly as possible. The loop should now stand out proud of the main line.

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