Bass Fishing Aug - Sept 2017 | Page 75

9. 10. x2 Make an overhand knot in the braid, cinching it around the stand- ing part of the braid and the tag end of the leader. Pull the entire knot tight. 11. Clip the leader’s tag end as close to the knot as possible. 13. These final knots will cover the tip of the fluorocarbon, ensuring a smooth flow through the guides during the retrieve. AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2017 I FLWFISHING.COM Make two more overhand knots and tighten again. 12. Make two additional overhand knots above the clipped tag end. 14. Trim the tag end of the braid. 73