What is the Dropper Loop used for?

Rigging leaders with two or more hooks on the same line; Attaching a side hook in bottom fishing; Spreading baits at different depths to find where the fish are; Adding an intermediate dropper or sinker; Creating loop-to-loop connection points mid-line.

How do you tie the Dropper Loop?

The Dropper Loop creates a fixed loop in the middle of the line, without cutting the mainline, to attach a side hook or a secondary leader. It's the foundation of rigs with more than one hook on the same line, letting you present baits at different depths at once. Tied well, the loop stands firm and projects outward, avoiding tangles. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Dropper Loop hard to tie?

The Dropper Loop is rated medium, in the Fishing category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Dropper Loop?

If not seated properly, the loop can sit crooked and tangle around the mainline; Reduces line strength somewhat at the knot; use an appropriate number of turns; Loops that are too large tend to tangle as the bait drops.

Dropper Loop

Q: What other names does the Dropper Loop have?

It is also known as Dropper Loop, Dropper Loop Knot, Nudo de gaza intermedia, Lazo dropper, Nudo de bragada, Laço de empate, Laço intermediário, Nó de empate para anzol lateral.

Creates a fixed loop mid-line to attach a hook or secondary leader

Also called: Dropper Loop, Dropper Loop Knot, Nudo de gaza intermedia, Lazo dropper, Nudo de bragada, Laço de empate, Laço intermediário, Nó de empate para anzol lateral

What it is for

Rigging leaders with two or more hooks on the same line
Attaching a side hook in bottom fishing
Spreading baits at different depths to find where the fish are
Adding an intermediate dropper or sinker
Creating loop-to-loop connection points mid-line