Nail knot

Attaching leader to fly line so it slides through the rings smoothly.

Holding strength: Excellent when seated properly

Step 1 of 4

your line the loose end

Lay a small tube or nail alongside the end of your fly line and leader butt.

This is what it should look like when it's pulled tight.

Tip

Do this at home with good light — it's a fiddly one on a windy bank.