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J Knot The J Knot starts out similar to the Surgeon’s Knot but the wraps alternate, which may put less stress on the lines. Field and Stream tested the J Knot to be slightly stronger than the Surgeon’s Knot, Blood Knot and the Double Uni Knot. All are good knots for joining leader to line.

J Knot

J Knot

1. Lay the main line and leader on top of one another overlapping each other by several inches.

2. Form a loop by tying a simple overhand knot, pulling entire leader through loop.

3. Run end of line and entire leader through loop from the backside.

4. Repeat the process again from the top of the loop entering from the backside of loop to the front and then again repeat from the bottom of the loop.

5. Moisten lines and pull tight.

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Disclaimer: Any activity involving rope can be dangerous and may even be life threatening! Knot illustrations contained in this web site are not intended for rock climbing instruction. Many knots are not suitable for the risks involved in climbing. Seek professional instruction. Many of these knots have histories of use tracing back hundreds of years. However, many critical factors in their use today cannot be controlled, including: the appropriateness of knots used in particular applications, the age, size, and condition of ropes (knots weaken the rated breaking strength of rope anywhere from 50% to as much as 80%, even more in the case of old and worn rope); and the accuracy with which these descriptions have been followed. No responsibility is accepted for incidents arising from the use of this material.