The King Sling Knot is a strong, looping knot used to tie terminal tackle to the end of a fishing line. It is commonly used to tie crank baits and drifts (by fly fishermen) because the open loop allows the bait a more natural action. It has also recently been shown to be a good knot in braided materials.
How to Tie a King Sling Knot
Put the end of the line through the eye of the hook, bait or fly. Fold back parallel to the main line. Or create a loop in the double line as you tie the knot to have an open loop at the end of your line.
Create a loop by folding the double line back to itself.
Insert your index finger into the gap at the end of the loop and rotate the loop counterclockwise three or four times, holding the bait and line with your other hand.
Now thread the hook or bait (or the end of the loop if you are just tying an open loop) through the newly created double loop.
Moisten the knot and pull tight. Pull on the standing line and tag tip and pull the single loop (or bait) in the opposite direction. Cut off the tag end.
Alternate Nodes
Bimini Twist: Strong and sturdy, generally used for large fish.
Surgeon: Simple and fast, reliable for a variety of applications.
Dropper Loop: Ideal for connecting bait or weight to your main line.
Non Slip Loop Knot: Provides a more natural movement to the bait.
Conclusion
The King Sling Knot is a popular fishing knot thanks to its strength and versatility. In particular, open looping has the advantage of giving baits a more natural action. So, it can help your bait or fly look more lively and attractive underwater. This knot can also be tied on very heavy test monofilaments with a breaking strength of up to 20 kilos.
