Learn the essential technique of tying a NAIL KNOT with a LOCK for connecting fly fishing backing to fly line. As we discovered in previous tests, nail knots tend to slip before breaking. While this isn't necessarily a bad thing, given that the nail knot alone is strong enough, we can mitigate...

A couple of weeks ago I was asked what my favorite episode of this podcast was. Today I am rereleasing just that. Mark The Shark is one of the most controversial guests I have had on this podcast, but it lead to one of my favorite conversations. Along with this rerelease, there is never before...

Too many fisherman cut off the welded loop that comes attached to their fishing line. Today, we test it against the nail knot, which is tied by many untrusting fisherman. Will the self tied nail knot hold strong against the manufacturer's knot? Are you surprised by these results? Check out how...