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the san diego Jam Knot
words by // Tackle Shop Bob
Originated by saltwater anglers fishing the
productive waters off Southern Baja aboard
San Diego’s long-range sportfishing boats,
this knot is an ideal choice for tying on jigs
and lures when using mono, fluorocarbon or
braid. While it’s not well known outside of this
region, the San Diego Jam is an excellent knot
that’s strong, reliable and easy to tie. It can also
be tied quickly, which is a key factor during a
hot bite. Once you’ve followed the necessary
steps to tie this knot, it’s recommended that
you secure the jig or lure to a fixed object and
pull hard to ensure that the knot is fully set
and secure.
step 1
step 3
Thread the end of the line through the eye of
the jig or lure. If you’re tying on a heavy lure, let
it hang down or pinch hook between your little
finger and the palm of your opposite hand.
Take the tag end of the line and feed it between
the double lines below the last wrap. Bring the
tag back to the loop made by your index finger,
run it through from below & remove your finger.
step 2
step 4
Next, loop the tag end of the line over your
index finger and make seven wraps around the
double line down toward the eye.
After moistening the lines, pull the tag end
tight and slide the knot close to the eye. Clip
off any excess line at the tag end of the knot.
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