Slider Knot Knot Essentials:
The slider knot is a specific type of knot commonly used in coarse fishing to create a sliding connection between the main line and terminal tackle, such as weights, feeders, or floats. It allows the tackle to move freely along the line, providing flexibility and a natural presentation of the bait.
The slider knot is ideal for running rigs, feeder fishing, and setups that require a sliding weight or feeder. It allows for natural bait presentation, increased bite detection, and flexibility in adjusting the position of weights, hooks, or floats along the line.
Whether you are carp fishing, paternoster rigging, or using slider floats, this knot helps create a more sensitive and adaptable rig.
It’s particularly useful for fishing in deep water, strong currents, and areas with snags, as it allows the weight or other components to slide, offering better control over your bait’s presentation and reducing the chance of the rig becoming stuck.
When to use the Slider Knot when fishing
- For Running Rigs: The slider knot is particularly effective in running rigs like the running ledger rig or running hook rig. These rigs allow the weight (such as a lead or feeder) to slide freely along the line. This is ideal for species like carp or bream because the fish can take the bait without feeling the weight immediately, making the rig more sensitive to bites.
- In Feeder Fishing: The slider knot is often used to attach the feeder to the main line. The knot allows the feeder to slide up and down the line freely, making the rig more natural. This is especially useful for method feeders or open-end feeders, where you want the fish to take the bait without feeling resistance from the weight.
- Sliding Weight for Better Bite Detection: The slider knot can be used to attach a sliding weight (like a lead or sinker) that moves freely along the line. This setup is particularly useful in rigs where you want to detect bites more effectively, as the fish can take the bait without the weight interfering with the bite detection.
- Inline Leads: In carp fishing, the slider knot is sometimes used with inline leads or other types of weight setups, where the lead slides along the line. This allows for a more natural presentation of the bait, reducing the chances of the fish being spooked by a heavy or stationary weight.
- Float Fishing (Slider Floats): In float fishing, particularly when using slider floats, the slider knot is used to attach the float to the line. The knot allows the float to move freely up and down the line, making it ideal for fishing in deep water or when you need to control the depth at which the bait is presented.
A Step by Step Guide to tie a Slider Knot
Step 1:
Align the two lines, making a loop with one tag end as shown.

Step 2:
Pass the tag end through the loop.

Step 3:
Repeat a further three times.

Step 4:
Draw the resulting knot down, lubricating before drawing tight.
