best knot for skirted jigs

[Tweed]

Hi guys,

I wanted to hear some thoughts on what knot to use for skirted jigs. I have been using the trusty palomar knot, however because the tag end on the knot faces upwards (towards the main line) I find it gets caught up on weeds, etc and really gets caught up a lot on grass/weeds. I know nothing can be completely weedless, but I wondered what knot everyone else is using. I've been using mainly fluoro mainline or straight braid.

Many thanks

[lape0019]

I have become accustomed to tying two knots. Uni or Palomar but both of these knots have the tag end towards the mainline. For jigs, I find it more important to use the proper style of head. I have become accustomed to Revenge Flipping Jigs because the line tie is integrated into the head and it pulls through weeds a little cleaner. I know use the same style of head but from Picasso or buy from a couple of custom bait makers.

All I am trying to say is I think (in my experience anyway), the head design of the jig has more to do with your issues than the line or the way you tie it.

[Tacklejunky66]

when i need a knot with the tag facing the lure i use a clinch knot ( not the improved clinch). I often use Knot 2 Kinky or +30lbs fluoro leaders cos of pesky pikes and that knot never failed me on those stiffer lines...not sure about lighter lines

[Tweed]

Thanks for the replies. Much appreciated. I actually just picked up some strike king 1/2 and 3/4 jigs with the integrated line tie. Pumped up to see if they help out.