Attaching hooks to loops

[Ninja]

Hi guys, I know some folks prefer tying their lures to the hookline/ snoot with a loop and I was wondering if anyone here uses this for normal hooks to give a little more movement to the bait. I have looked at various loops but they dont tie well  - either huge or they slip and close. Then I came across this "non-slip mono loop knot" which seems to work well. Tied it with a variety of mono lines ranging from skinny Sufix synergy (not sure of the diameter) to 30 lb Kingfisher and even thicker 40 & 70lb Maxima. Through my research I've found that the fly-fishers use this knot, and some use it for attaching lures for maximum movement too. Does anyone reckon this would be good for blob baits and others to get a little more movement in the presentations?

[REEFMAN]

Looks like a Rapala knot, which is a knot most often used with trolling Rapala's, allowing for correct action of the lure. I would prefer a stiff connection to a hook alone though. Will allow for a better hookup and setting of the hook?

[Ninja]

Hi Reefman, The Rapala knot has a bit of extra before finishing it off. With the Rapala knot the tag end comes back and through after passing through the loop almost like a Cinch knot. This one goes through the loop and thats where it ends.




Now that you mention it, the hook may get snagged in the loop if its too big. Do you reckon different types of hooks might make a difference to the hook-up rate? 


I vaguely remember reading about guys using this for live bait on boats.. will try to locate the article.

[REEFMAN]

Think what is more critical than hook type is that the hook itself should be 'secured' as stiff as possible to the line, so that a fish mouth cannot turn the hook and miss the hookup, as would be the case with a loop knot. Similar concept to using a toothpick through the eye of the hook on a bait to prevent the hook from turning.

[bassbug]

Ninja,  I think you referring to the perfection loop. I'd rather use the the lefty or the kreh loop. Both these loops can be adjust to how much loop you want. I'd only use a loop when using Artificials and a stiff knot to bait no matter what hook used

[Ninja]

Thanks guys. Valid points shared. I guess I'm getting my lines crossed lol. Fishing around Durban has been pretty quiet lately so I've been working on ways to start catching again.