Rapala Knot
A fixed-loop lure connection that leaves room for movement at the eye. Its finishing tuck distinguishes it from the Non-Slip Mono Loop.
How to tie the Rapala Knot
- Tie a loose overhand, pass through the eye, and return through the overhand.
- Make three wraps around the standing line and return through the overhand.
- Tuck through the new loop, moisten, and tighten while keeping the lure loop open.
Safety note: These steps support practice and recognition. Climbing, rescue, lifting, towing, and other critical systems require qualified instruction and equipment-specific procedures.
Which knot should you choose?
Compare with the Non-Slip Mono Loop when you want a similar connection with fewer finishing movements.
Why it earns its place
Allows a direct loop attachment without pulling the knot tight against the lure.
Where it fails
An oversized loop can be awkward, and the outward-facing tag may catch vegetation. Seat and inspect before fishing.
Quick facts
| Function | Fishing connection |
| Practice level | 3 / 5 (editorial rating) |
| Tutorial | Animated Knots by Grog |
External reference
KnotStyle provides the selection advice, written practice sequence, inspection points, and cautions above. Use this independent animation as an additional visual reference.
View external animation ↗Source and editorial notes
Reference: Animated Knots by Grog: Rapala Knot. Source checked 2026-09-11. Selection advice and difficulty ratings are editorial judgments, not strength tests. How this guide is prepared.