Fly line to backing knots???

[Fin]

Doing some last minute rod rigging and wanted to get an idea of what type of knots you're using to tie your backing to fly line. I typically use an albright. Are there any other knots that any of you would suggest? I never had an issue with that knot connection but I was wondering if there was somethnig that might be better suited for bigger fish, or even small tunoids.

[ShaneY]

look up the x knot it looks pretty easy and self cinching someone just posted it on here today.

[Fin]

Nice knot... I need to learn how to tie a bimini twist first :) .

Now i'm wondering how many of you tie a bimini on the backing before going to the fly line?

[peter mac]

Have used everything from a nail knot to double bimini (gel-spun) and have never had any of them fail..........for 99% of the inshore we do in northeast a nail knot will do the trick for big stripers, albies, skippies, bones, big blues never had an issue. I like the double bimini for the gel spun backing for my BFT set ups,......I like to keep thinhgs simple, no need to over complicate
(IMO)
Peter Mac

[jake61198]

I set up all of my saltwater reels with loops on the fly line and a bimini twist on the backing. I use gel-spun backing and have gotten into the habit of doubling the end of it and tying a thirty turn bimini twist with the loop being large enough to go around the reel for changing lines. I don't know if doubling the backing is really neccessary, but it's a habit I've gotten into and I've never had a failure.

[Chuckster]

The Slim Beauty is a great knot when gel spun or braid is used for the backing. It's cone-shaped and goes through the guides well.

Also, if you're using a monocore fly line (like Wulff) do NOT use a nail knot - it'll strip the coating off when pressure is applied. An Albright is a better option, or whip a loop.

My .02

[loon]

You might want to check out the thread (same subject) on 2-12-2007.