Dropper loop
The dropper loop is a type of loop knot often used on multi-hook fishing lines. It can be created in the middle of a long line and forms a loop which is off to the side of the line.
| Dropper loop knot | |
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| Names | Dropper loop knot, blood dropper loop [1] blood loop dropper knot [2] |
| Category | Loop |
| Typical use | Fishing |
| ABoK | - |
| Instructions | [1] |
The dropper loop is a type of loop knot often used on multi-hook fishing lines. It can be created in the middle of a long line and forms a loop which is off to the side of the line.
Techniques
[edit]There are two main methods of tying the dropper loop.
- Gather a loop and then twist it around the overlap a few times
- Form the loop and then use a matchstick to twist up the overlap.
Finally drop the loop through the central twist.
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See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Handbook of Knots — Des Pawson — p125 — ISBN 1-4053-0467-7
- ^ The complete guide to knots and knot tying — Geoffrey Budworth — p.182 — ISBN 0-7548-0422-4