How to Attach a Fly Line to a Backing
- 1). Wrap the tag-end of the fly backing around the spool twice, then bring the tag-end out, in between the set of reel pillars. Tie an overhand knot at the end of the tag line and pull to tighten.
- 2). Take the tag line and tie it in an overhand knot around the standing leader part of the line. Tighten the knot into place securely.
- 3). Pull on the standing leader until the overhand knots draw down flush against the reel hub. After the knots are on the hub, spool the line down tightly.
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