Tips for Attaching Fly Line to Backing Knots Properly
You might think that attaching fly line to backing knots is a one-time chore you can just rush through, but anyone who has ever seen their fly line disappear into the depths of a river knows better. There is a specific kind of panic that sets in when a heavy fish takes a run, and you realize your entire setup depends on a knot you tied six months ago while half-distracted by a podcast. If that connection isn't solid, you aren't just losing a fish; you're losing a hundred-dollar fly line and potentially your dignity. ...