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How to Tie a Double San Diego Knot

Popularized in San Diego, Calif., the San Diego jam consists of a fishing knot in which the line wraps over itself to create a strong bond. The San Diego double jam uses the same technique as the original knot but doubles up the line, creating a stronger bond. Typically, the knot works with light to medium fishing line and holds between 30 and 50 lbs. Often, fishermen use the San Diego jam knot or double knot when fishing with a braided line.

Things You'll Need

Fishing Line
Hook

Instructions

- 1
  Pull the fishing line taut. Pull the edge of the line over itself to double-up the line. The doubled-up portion of the line should be 8 to 12 inches long.
- 2
  Grasp the fishing line so that the loop rests several inches beyond your fingers. Slide the loop of the fishing line into the eye of the fishing hook. It possible, attach the fishing hook to a sturdy object or ask a friend to hold it.
- 3
  Pull the loop away from the fishing hook. Slide the loop over your index finger so that the loop rests on the inside of your finger. The free end of the line should hang beneath your hand.
- 4
  Grasp the edge of the small end of the line with your free hand. Wrap the small line around the long line, moving towards the eye of the hook. Wrap the line seven times.
- 5
  Slide the edge of the small end of the line towards the original loop. Slide the small end of the line under the original loop so that it rests below your index finger and above the taut portion of the line.
- 6
  Remove your index finger.
- 7
  Wet the line with water and slide the knot towards the eye of the hook.

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