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Offline Jeffish

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How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« on: December 13, 2009, 03:50:33 PM »
A question I asked myself numerous times was how to tie a snafu rig. Thanks to all of those who have showed me these knots, I thought I would share them with others that didn't get the privilege of getting a 1-on-1 lesson.


*Each picture has a short description below it.*

Tying a snafu rig

First part:
Here is a step-by-step how to Snell hooks using an easy version of the Snell Knot.

#1a: First, I start by cutting a length of leader about 2'. Then you take one end of the leader, and feed it through the eye.


#2a: Next, take the tag end, and loop it upwards. I usually make the tag end at least 6 inches to make it easier to tighten up. Pinch the loop.


#3a: Take the tag end, and wrap it around the shank of the hook.


#4a: Wrap it around the shank 6-8 times.


#5a: Remember the loop you pinched? Slide your grip off of the loop, and onto the wraps.


#6a: Take the tag end, and put it through the loop.


#7a: Begin tightening by pulling on both ends.


#8a: Tighten it all, and trim the tag end.

Snell another hook on the opposite end by repeating the steps above.
Second part:

#1b: Put both hooks together, doubling the line.


#2b: When you put both hooks together, the opposite end forms a loop. Grasp the loop and make a simple overhand knot.


#3b: Wrap it around once more.


#4b: Pull it tight.


#5b: Voila! Snafu rig.


#1c: To make a different version of the snafu, simply Snell 1 hook using step 1a through 8a, but instead of snelling another hook on the opposite end, slide a hook through as pictured above. Tie a surgeons knot at the end, and you have a sliding Snafu.

Now you know how you can tie your own Snafu Rig!

**Please note, when tying Snells with mono and baitholder hooks, be careful not to wrap around the barbs on the shank.**
« Last Edit: October 03, 2010, 08:25:46 PM by Jeffish »


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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #1 on: December 13, 2009, 04:13:56 PM »
Well Done Jeff!  TT^ TT^

Awesome presentation!!!  slt


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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #2 on: December 13, 2009, 04:30:33 PM »
 t^ good job.
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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #3 on: December 13, 2009, 04:56:55 PM »
Thanks Jeff,   Well done! t^
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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2009, 07:25:05 PM »
Great Job Jeff.  This is a good way of showing these rigs. for people like me that can't remember what day it is.

Well Done Young Man t^

You guys are making him a fine Fisherman t^
« Last Edit: December 13, 2009, 07:29:27 PM by Hotrod »



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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #5 on: December 13, 2009, 07:29:03 PM »
Nicely done Jeff, Your a quick learner  t^
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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #6 on: December 13, 2009, 07:29:29 PM »
Nice job!  Thanks...

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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #7 on: December 13, 2009, 08:41:30 PM »
Terrific! clp

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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #8 on: December 14, 2009, 08:51:05 AM »
It seems everytime I go out fishing with you guys, I learn so much, that I end up forgetting half of it!  rgmn

I do however remember the important things that were taught to me by all the fine gentleman on the board. Thanks for all your knowledge guys!


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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #9 on: December 14, 2009, 01:48:18 PM »
 t^

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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #10 on: December 14, 2009, 09:33:08 PM »
When you're bored, try this.

Step 1, start by snelling as I did in the pictures above.

Step 2, instead of wrapping 6-8 times, wrap till your fingers cramp.

Step 3, post a picture



Turn an ordinary 6/0 hook, into an EXTRAORDINARY 6/0 hook.  rofla

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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #11 on: December 16, 2009, 03:29:01 PM »
I prefer to quick snell a hook on each end and tie a dropper loop near the center.  t^
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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #12 on: December 16, 2009, 07:58:33 PM »
Super presentation Jeff  t^

Gota say that I too like Mike tie a dropper between the hooks....I like the way is holds the hooks apart...

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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #13 on: November 11, 2010, 10:16:30 PM »
Holy carp!!!  I'm gonna have to bring a recorder on this Tog trip (20th)....My head is swimming already and I just learned how to snell a hook!!  Great Job!!
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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #14 on: November 11, 2010, 11:14:03 PM »
Fantastic, just fantastic. clp


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Re: How To Tie a Snafu Rig.
« Reply #15 on: March 06, 2011, 05:06:38 PM »
looks good  clp

 

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