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Tying a Double Cinch Knot

Here is a proven big game offshore knot used by some of the best crews on the circuit. It simple and easy to tie and provides 100-percent strength. All you’ll need is a snap swivel and fishing line, that’s it.

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Slide the double line through your snap swivel.

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Next, take the double line and wrap 4 times around the double main line”from bottom to top.

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Now, wrap the double line back down 4 times.

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After wrapping down 4x’s your knot should look like this

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Next, take the double line tag end and insert it through the small gap (just like a fisherman knot) as pictured.

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Next, moisten the entire knot and pull from the main line and swivel.

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Finally, pull and cinch down tight and then trim off the excess double line tag ends.