Bimini Twist
A long, strong doubled loop for fishing line. The loop is twisted many times, the end is wound back down over the twists, and a half hitch round one leg locks it. It keeps almost the full strength of the line.
- Difficulty
- ●●● Advanced
- Security
- High
- Untying
- Hard
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- 1Double the line and twist the loop round itself many times.
- 2Hold the loop open and let the end wind back down over the twists.
- 3Lock it with a half hitch round one leg of the loop.
- 4Pull the hitch snug and trim the tag.
Arrow keys step through. Tags show whether the moving end passes over or under.
Use it for
- Making a double line for the end of a fishing line.
- A strong loop to tie a leader to.
Watch out
- It takes practice: the twists must be wound back evenly, with the loop held open.
Untying
It is usually cut off.