Nail knot
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The nail knot is used in fly fishing
, and can be tied in multiple ways. A needle or tube can be used instead of the nail. Most common uses are attaching the leader to the fly line, and attaching the fly line to the backing.
Fly fishing
Fly fishing is an angling method in which an artificial 'fly' is used to catch fish. The fly is cast using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line. Casting a nearly weightless fly or 'lure' requires casting techniques significantly different from other forms of casting...
, and can be tied in multiple ways. A needle or tube can be used instead of the nail. Most common uses are attaching the leader to the fly line, and attaching the fly line to the backing.