best knot for 2lb. line

[icechopper]

I replaced my old 4 lb. line last night with 2 lb. and I was having a heck of a time tying a strong knot. Does anyone have a favorite knot for this thin line that will hold?

[hali-man]

I use the Trilene knot for both.

http://www.animatedknots.com/indexfishing.php?LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg

[wnybassman]

I use 2 lb. line nearly all the time (on the ice) and use the Trilene knot as well.   Definitely wet the line before cinching down, and don't cinch too tight or it will break.  After all, it's only 2 lb. test!!  LOL!!

[PERCH_INC.]

I use the Trilene knot but you should retie every now and then!!

[RIVERRAT2]

I also use the trilene knot,and retie often[ice you know-sharpe]
 
RAT

[Bobman]

I use mostly a Palomar knot and I had no problem last year.  Even landed an 8 lb carp on 2 lb test without a problem.

[icechopper]

thanks for the replies. sounds like the trilene knot is the way to go. the web site you suggested HM is pretty cool.

[Fishmon]

I would vote for palomar knot.  I feel it is easier to tie in cold, and I have never screwed up tieing it while I have messed up the trilene knot probably because of my impatience or crappy vision up close. LOL.  Summary - both are good if you can tie them correctly.

[d_balm24]

I use mostly a Palomar knot and I had no problem last year.  Even landed an 8 lb carp on 2 lb test without a problem.

That's what I have been using on just about every knot I tie.I haven't had any problems yet.great knot.No way for it to come loose.

[johnnylimit]

Hali-Man Thanks for the site address. pretty cool site.

[{RPF}Rapala Pike Fisherman]

I always use the uni knot on my jigs, very simple and easy. Wrap around the line five times, then through the opening and pull.

[PIKEGUY]

Just make sure you wet the line before pulling any knot tight.

[Auger]

Am I the only one that still uses an improved clinch?

[hali-man]

Am I the only one that still uses an improved clinch?

No- The I-C is a good knot, too!
It's easier to tie when your fingers are really cold and you forgot the bi-focals.

 8)

[Pasquatch]

I use a double improved clinch knot, works very well for me.

[Auger]

I use a double improved clinch knot, works very well for me.

How's that work?  Just do the last pass-thru twice?  Both pass-thru's twice?

[Pasquatch]

How's that work?  Just do the last pass-thru twice?  Both pass-thru's twice?

Last pass through twice, greatly increases the strength according to tests....if you double the first one up, then you've got a regular old Trilene knot...

[fhsww48]

I use an improved clinch knot mostly. Lately I have been using the Palomar more and more and liking it. As previously stated ya got to wet any knot before tightening.

[Auger]

....if you double the first one up, then you've got a regular old Trilene knot...

Whoops.  Thanks for pointing out the obvious.

[P.I.K.E.]

Am I the only one that still uses an improved clinch?

Nope, I use this one all the time.

[pirkaus]

I use the Palomar because it's fast and easy when your freezing

[ChenBassHead]

I still use an improved clinch knot for every line to lure knot...it's easy, and it's what I've grown up using.  I have used a double I.C. knot lately, and it really is an awesome knot...I'm actually really bad at 'reading" the knot tying diagrams, plus I have stupid fingers, so knots like the palomar knot are tough for me...but some people love them.  All a matter of personal taste and preference really.

-Zach

[IceRover]

I like a good loop knot. You really get good action from your jig or hook.

[ifishhi]

i like the Palomar as well 

[Mainehazmt]

why so lite weight line if I may ask?   my rods in the shack are 6 -8 lb  and tipups 20 or 30lbs

[Master Angler]

A palomar would likely be the easiest, strongest knot.  I still use the improved clinch sometimes too, since thats the first knot I started with, still have a habit of using it sometimes, but never with light line or braid.   8)

[Skipper]

why so lite weight line if I may ask?   my rods in the shack are 6 -8 lb  and tipups 20 or 30lbs

pannies get spooky....

[dkfry]

I've been using the palomar more and more but also use a Uni knot and improved clinch.

why so lite weight line if I may ask?   my rods in the shack are 6 -8 lb  and tipups 20 or 30lbs

Sometimes 2lb. is too heavy when your using a tiny jig with a size 18 hook or so in 25 fow.

[djohawk]

i would use a centuari knot= 96% line strength
but a jansik knot is strong and super easy to tie, they say you can tie it in the dark
the jansik also has a better presentation.
dylan

[hawgerdawger]

I just started using the palomar knot recently and am LOVING it! Quick and strong. Was losing fish with the improved clinch (maybe because I wasn't very good at tying it), but haven't come even close to losing one since switching.

Only use the improved clinch in rare circumstances now -- sometimes the tackle calls for it. And, it's the knot my late grandfather taught me to tie, so it has some sentimental value to me.