The Surgeon's Loop

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How to tie the Surgeon's Loop

Form a loop in the end of the line. With the loop, tie an overhand knot. Pass the loop through a second time. Adjust the loop size. Lubricate and pull the knot tight. Trim the end.

More details about the The Surgeon's Loop

The Surgeon's Loop Knot

Uses: The Surgeon's Loop is essentially a Double Overhand Knot. It tied can be tied quickly and easily in the end of a line. It is often used to make a "Loop to Loop" connection or to create a loop which allows the artificial lure or fly to move naturally.

Tying it: It is tied in the same way as the Double Surgeon's Knot.

Alternative: An extra turn can be used to create a Triple Surgeon's Knot. However, this provides minimal additional benefit and does make the knot bulkier.

Advantages: The advantage for this knot is that is reliable, easy to learn, and some sources claim that it retains a high proportion of the rated line strength.

Disclaimer: Any activity that involves ropes is potentially hazardous. Lives may be at risk - possibly your own. Considerable attention and effort have been made to ensure that these descriptions are accurate. However, many critical factors cannot be controlled, including: the choice of materials; the age, size, and condition of ropes; and the accuracy with which these descriptions have been followed. No responsibility is accepted for incidents arising from the use of this material.

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