Spider Hitch - For Creating a Double Line Leader

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SPIDER HITCH

This is the fastest and easiest knot to tie in order to create a double-line leader. While it is relatively strong, it does not have the resilience under sharp impact of the Bimini Twist.

Step 1 - Double over the line and form a reverse loop.

Step 2 - Hold the reverse loop between thumb and forefinger.

Step 3 - Wrap the doubled line around the thumb and the reversed loop five times (15 times if using superbraid). Then pass the end of the double line through the reverse loop. Slowly pull on the double line allowing the loops to unwind off the thumb.

Step 4 - Moisten with saliva and pull evenly on all four ends to tighten.

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