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With a myriad of fishing knots available (well over 50 on this site alone), it might seem a little daunting getting started in the sport and rigging up to go fishing with some new equipment. Luckily, you can get started and fish successfully with just a couple of knots. We have added a special page devoted to just a few excellent basic fishing knots that are all you need to get started fishing! Please see our new Beginner Fishing Knots page here. Fishing is a wonderful outdoor sport that can bring a lifetime of enjoyment. So rig up and get out there and have fun!

There are at least a dozen good ways to coil a rope but rope coil knots seem to be a knot that many folks struggle with. We have selected three good alternatives:

Yes indeed we have developed three new sections dedicated to knots for fashion - Necktie Knots, Scarf Knots and Pocket Square Folds (OK, not really a knot, technically a fold).

Two new line to leader knots have been put up - The FG Knot and The Alberto Knot. The Alberto Knot is getting quite popular as an alternative

A nice unsolicited review for our Pro-Knot App by the website appPicker.com. "If you are looking for a reference tool that will teach you how to tie, untie, and apply dozens upon dozens of knots then Pro-Knot is one iPhone and iPad app that is sure to change the way you operate."

For those times that you either want a temporary, easy to release knot or to be able to release a knot from some distance the Highwayman's Hitch is a good knot to know. Check it out here: Highwayman's Hitch.

The Barrel Hitch is classic knot that hails from the days of sail, when barrels were common on ships, holding everything from food, water and all types of cargo. See how to tie/use the Barrel Hitch here.