How to Tie the Homer Rhode Fish Knot

The Homer Rhode is a simple loop knot.

The Homer Rhode fishing knot is a loop-style knot that ties the end of the line to the lure. The loop-style knot is useful because it does not hinder the motion of the lure. The lure moves freely through the water and is not directly attached to a stiff line. The knot is really two separate knots that slide against each other to hold the position on the line. Tying the Homer Rhode is easy when it's compared to many of the advanced fishing knots.

Things You'll Need

• Line clippers

Instructions

1. Tie an overhand knot 6 inches from the end of the line. Do not pull the knot tight.

2. Feed the end of the line through the eye of the hook. Pull the line through the eye until the loose overhand knot touches the eye. Feed the end of the line back through the overhand knot but do not tighten the knot.

3. Hold the end of the line and make one loose wrap around the line above the loose knot. Make a second wrap between the latter and the loose knot. Feed the end of the line through the loop created by the two wraps. Pull on the end of the line to tighten the top knot. Pull on the line to tighten the bottom knot and slide the two knots against each other.

4. Clip the tag end flush to the top knot with a pair of line clippers. The knot is complete.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice the knot at home until you are efficient with the process. This reduces the chances of losing fish on a poorly tied knot in the field.

References

• Fishing Khaolak: Homer Rhode Loop
• StriperSurf: Knots for Loops