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Tips and Techniques > Knots > Austalian Plait or Braid
If you fish in any part of the world where Australian crews have influenced sportfishing methods, you will find the Plait or Braid is the preferred knot for forming a double line.
1" - 1.5" for 6 lb and under 2" for 8 lb to 12 lb 3" for 16 lb to 20 lb 6" for 30 lb 8" for 50 lb and above
b: Then pull the doubled line throught the loop as shown.
Always remember to test all knots before fishing
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1)
Start the knot with approximately 24 inches of loose end. Then
loop the line around itself and start through. If you want to
tie a 10 feet double line you will need 20 feet of line.
2)
Pull the tag end firmly and bring the double up to meet it.
3)
Begin to plait tightly so the knot never slips.
4)
Continue to plait tightly as shown. The length of the plait
depends on the line class and is debatable. Some anglers like
4" for 80lb line while other will insist on 10". Here
are some suggested lengths from our friends in Australia.
5)
a: To end the knot, form a loop with the loose end and continue
to plait. Remember......tightly.
6)
Moisten with saliva and tighten steadily. Ensure that the knot
forms as shown. Trim the tag end but leave enough line so that
the knot doesn't unravel, which may (unlikely if you have tied
it correctly) happen if it is constantly moving in and out of
rod guides. The unravelling can be prevented by applying a drop
of superglue to the knot. A rubber type glue such as Pliobond
also works well.
