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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Non Slip Mono Loop vs. Perfection Loop vs. Figure 8 Loop - Episode #701
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Non Slip Mono Loop vs. Perfection Loop vs. Figure 8 Loop - Episode #701

This weeks knot war turns EXPLOSIVE in a three way battle between the Non Slip Mono, Perfection and Figure 8 loop knots. Bob specifically asked for these be tested on very high strength line to simulate tarpon fly fishing! You DON’T want to miss this…

We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Perfection Loop vs. Non Slip Mono Loop - Episode #698
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Perfection Loop vs. Non Slip Mono Loop - Episode #698

The Knot Wars return with a community suggested battle between the Perfection Loop and the Non Slip Mono Loop. The results of this battle left me quite surprised. Thank you, Bob, for the suggestion!

We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Double Figure 8 vs. The Improved Homer Rhode - Episode #695
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Double Figure 8 vs. The Improved Homer Rhode - Episode #695

A new knot battle has arrived and this time it is a standoff between two similar knots, the double figure 8 and the improved Homer Rhode? Which will come out on top? The answer may surprise you! We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - How Many Turns Makes the Strongest Non Slip Mono Loop? - Episode #692
How 2 Tuesday - How Many Turns Makes the Strongest Non Slip Mono Loop? - Episode #692

The Knot Wars return with a test focusing on the Non Slip Mono Loop. Does more turns mean a stronger knot? The answer might surprise you… It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Steve Huff Double Figure 8 vs. Non Slip Mono Loop - Episode #689
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Steve Huff Double Figure 8 vs. Non Slip Mono Loop - Episode #689

The Knot Wars return with a test between two knots I use for very different purposes, the Steve Huff Double Figure 8 vs. Non Slip Mono Loop. It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Helping with Hurricane Relief - Episode #686
How 2 Tuesday - Helping with Hurricane Relief - Episode #686

I just returned from the Ft. Myers area for the Captains for Clean Water Industry summit and witnessed firsthand the extreme devastation caused by Hurricane Ian. With another Hurricane on the way to Florida, I wanted to let everyone know about the relief efforts Captains for Clean water are conducting along with some other ways to help our friends affected by this massive storm.

https://captainsforcleanwater.org/hurricane-ian-relief-fund/

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of a Blood Knot? - Episode #683
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of a Blood Knot? - Episode #683

The Knot Wars return with a test focusing on the Blood Knot. Does more turns mean a stronger knot? The answer might surprise you… It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of an Uni Knot? - Episode #680
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of an Uni Knot? - Episode #680

The Knot Wars return but this time I want to focus on the most popular knot, the Uni. Does more turns mean a stronger knot? The answer might surprise you… It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

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How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of an Improved Clinch Knot? - Episode #677
How 2 Tuesday - Knot Wars - Does More Turns Improve the Strength of an Improved Clinch Knot? - Episode #677

The Knot Wars return but this time I want to focus on a single fortification to one of the most popular knots in fishing, the improved clinch. Does more turns mean a stronger knot? The answer might surprise you… It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Whipped Loop vs. Nail Knot with a Lock - Fly Knot Wars - Episode #674
How 2 Tuesday - Whipped Loop vs. Nail Knot with a Lock - Fly Knot Wars - Episode #674

The Knot Wars return with two very important saltwater fly fishing knots, the whipped loop and the nail knot with a lock ! It’s one thing to say one knot is better than the other but for the knot wars we test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Landing a Cobia with Austin Hayne - Episode #671
How 2 Tuesday - Landing a Cobia with Austin Hayne - Episode #671

In the final edition of a three part H2T series, Austin Hayne of FINAO Live and I will go over what to do you when you finally land a Cobia. If you want to see the best gear for Cobia fishing and the best ways to hook this fish, check out the previous two podcasts I did with Austin

Austin has a lot of experience with landing Cobia without a gaff and we discuss other ways to land this popular fish. How do you effectively land a Cobia? Feel free to text me at 305-930-7346…

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How 2 Tuesday - The Best Gear for Cobia Fishing with Austin Hayne - Episode #668
How 2 Tuesday - The Best Gear for Cobia Fishing with Austin Hayne - Episode #668

In the second of a three part H2T series, Austin Hayne of FINAO Live and I will go over the best gear you can use to efficiently and properly land a Cobia. I mention "Controlling the Controllable" many times when asked about what it takes to become a great angler and having the right gear for the right fish is a great example of this. What gear do you use when Cobia fishing? Feel free to text me at 305-930-7346…

You can learn more about Jim and Mayhem Mindset at www.mayhemmindset.com

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How 2 Tuesday - Hooking a Cobia with Austin Hayne - Episode #665
How 2 Tuesday - Hooking a Cobia with Austin Hayne - Episode #665

In the Chesapeake Bay Area, Cobia fishing is becoming increasingly popular and enthusiasm for the species is growing all across the country. I always like talking with different anglers about their tactics hooking certain species and Austin Hayne of FINAO Sports Fishing is a wealth of knowledge regarding Cobia. In the first of three part H2T series, Austin and I will break down the best strategies for hooking this incredible fish. Do you have any strategies for hooking a cobia? Feel free to text me at 305-930-7346

Also be sure to check out Austin’s live fishing show at https://www.twitch.tv/finaolive

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How 2 Tuesday - Triple Surgeon vs. Blood Knot - Fly Knot Wars - Episode #662
How 2 Tuesday - Triple Surgeon vs. Blood Knot - Fly Knot Wars - Episode #662

The Knot Wars move into a new territory this week with two popular fly knots, the triple surgeon and the blood knot. We will still be testing both knots on a NextTech force tester and will use the same line to ensure consistent testing. The main theme of the knot wars is learning to control the controllable, which is a great way to become an outstanding angler. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Uni Vs. San Diego Jam - Episode #659
How 2 Tuesday - Uni Vs. San Diego Jam - Episode #659

The knot wars make a triumphant return this week with a battle between the Uni and the San Diego Jam. We are using a NextTech ForceTester to test the strength of these knots. Nothing is more important than controlling the controllable when out on the water, and the best way to do that is properly prepare your tackle, test it, tinker and refine it.

If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Should You Practice Casting from a Skiff?- Episode #650
How 2 Tuesday - Should You Practice Casting from a Skiff?- Episode #650

There are many ways you can make your guide happy… like bringing them lunch or something to drink or wiping your F#%!ing Feet…but nothing will make your guide happier than you being able to make a good cast from the boat. Not only could this result in you catching more fish at the end of the day but this also helps your guide to preserve his soul rather than watch you fail, shot after shot.

Great anglers dont often practice their casting when its time to fish, all of that work has been done off the water.

Control the controllable to be a better angler. Avoid missed shots, be attentive and put in the practice off the water preparing you to make the shot…sometimes it’s the only one you get.

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How 2 Tuesday - Slim Beauty vs. Two Turn Blood Knot - Episode #647
How 2 Tuesday - Slim Beauty vs. Two Turn Blood Knot - Episode #647

The knot wars return this week and at the request of a listener I have decided to put the Slim Beauty and Two Turn Blood Knot head to head. As always I’ll be testing these knots on a Next-Tech Force-tester to maintain consistency.

Both of these knots are used to eliminate a Bimini Twist from the leader to save time and make the leader much less visible.

One of the many keys of becoming a great angler is to control to controllable and there is no better example of this than properly preparing and managing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.

https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course

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How 2 Tuesday - Dealing with the Haters - Episode #644
How 2 Tuesday - Dealing with the Haters - Episode #644

While at ICAST, I had a young guide approach me and ask for some advice—how do you deal with people who are actively trying to put you and your business down? This could be at the dock, in the bait shop or fly shop or even on social media.

I have dealt with this throughout my career and did have some advice.

Do you fight back or take a different approach?

Listen to today’s episode and let me know your opinion by texting 305-930-7346

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