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  • Knowing Your Bass Fishing Knots
    By: SouthernBassFishing | - You may be sitting in your bass boat in Virginia this very moment (reading this off your phone) wondering how to tie a decent knot on your bass fishing line. Some of us are lucky, we were taught by an experienced family member or friend, but if you"re an amateur angler without a helping hand, knots can be kind of a doozy. Whether you"re bass fishing in Florida or bass fishing in Maine, here"s some advice that"s sure to "un-tie" you from bad fishing knots for g ...
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  • Learn More Around Sailing Knots
    By: Donnie Bathrick | - An essential component of the sailors training is studying how to tie sailing knots. There are around a dozen kinds of sailing knots nevertheless they usually are not all employed together with the same frequency. The vital a single is the bowline but the specifications on the boat could decide you to find out the clove hitch as well as the the round flip and two 50 percent hitches to give just a couple examples. Practice may be the way to remember how you can tie sailing knots and it is not unu ...
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  • Know More Of Rock Climbing Knots
    By: Jaime Difeo | - The Rope is really a main device in Climbing. A number of the crucial rock climbing knots is offered beneath

    The Alpine Butterfly is regarded as being among the perfect and most protected secure Single Loop Knots which will be tied within the middle of a rope once you dont have entry to the ends.

    The Bowline knot is known as the King of Knots and it is utilized all throughout the globe in one form or another. To get a rock climber it is required to learn the way to make ...

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  • Make Your Necktie Look More Elegant With Different Necktie Knots
    By: Rashad Ajoeb | - No matter how well made your necktie is and how fine fabric is imbibed in it, if your necktie knot is not well made then all your efforts to look classy go in vain. Some of you must be definitely wondering about the importance of necktie knots and must be thinking that why is getting the knot right is of so much significance in your attire. Then here is the answer to your question. Wearing a necktie without proper knot on it is similar to preparing a tea without putting sugar in it. It doesn't h ...
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  • T-shirts Role In Mens Fashion
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - There is nothing more iconic than a man's t-shirt. Unlike women's top underclothes (brassieres), except for maybe in the case of Madonna, men's top under garments, at least when it comes to t-shirts have long ago found their ways to express themselves uncovered. They started out as pure white. It was back in the 1950's when greasers first started wearing t-shirts as the only shirt they were wearing.

    It was because of the class differences. Greasers could not afford to wear n ...

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  • Men's Fashion- Style Advices & Tips
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Men always try and take the privilege by saying that they aren't concerned about what they wear and they can get ready in a matter of some minutes. They even think that with so little concentration and time they end up looking nice and handsome. Well! this was the story of around a decade ago, now most of the men tend to spend equal amount of time on their dressing and looks. They want to keep themselves updated with the latest fashion trends.

    The change in the trend is because o ...

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  • How To Choose A Necktie Knot
    By: Celeste Johnson | - For anyone who wears a suit and tie often, wardrobe can become mundane and predictable. One way to make a boring suit and tie interesting is to wear different necktie knots. It is important to consider several factors when choosing a necktie knot such as the occasion, tie fabric, tie length, the wearer's height and stature, and the shirt's collar. This guide examines five types of necktie knots and considers these factors.

    As a narrow and not completely symmetrical knot, the Kelvi ...

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  • The Christensen, Pratt, And Nicky: Necktie Knots Steeped In History And Style
    By: Celeste Johnson | - Most men are aware of the basic necktie knots - the four-in-hand, Windsor, half Windsor, and maybe a couple others. However, there are many other, lesser-known styles. Not as common are the Christensen, Nicky, and Pratt knots. Besides being unique and uncommon, these knots also share the fact that each has an interesting history and story behind its development.

    The Christensen knot is one of the last remaining examples of old tie knotting. This knot was dubbed "Christensen" after ...

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  • Cavendish, Grantchester, And Victoria Tie Knots: Variations Of The Classic Four-in-hand
    By: Celeste Johnson | - For many guys, the four-in-hand necktie knot is all that exists. It is the simplest of tie knots, and it is usually the first kind of necktie knot that a boy learns. However, what many men do not realize is that there are several very simple variations on the four-in-hand knot - the variations might include just one extra pass of the tie. With knowledge of this common tie knot, as well as its variations, any guy can upgrade his wardrobe.

    There are different theories on the origin ...

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  • Windsor, Balthus, And Half Windsor Tie Knots: Differing Size, Consitent Style
    By: Celeste Johnson | - Recently, the Windsor knot has been popular among celebrities and politicians, and the style has trickled down to formal events, bridal parties, and the workplace. A formal knot, the Windsor is popular because of its unique shape, symmetry, and size. What some do not realize is that there are variations of the Windsor - one variation, known as the Balthus, is larger, and the other, known as the half Windsor, is smaller. Their varying sizes make them appropriate for different kinds of events.

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  • Nerdy Or Stylish? The Trend And Style History Of The Bow Tie
    By: Celeste Johnson | - To some, the bow tie is a sign of good fashion sense and style. To others, it is the mark of a nerdy scholar or professor. The answer to why this necktie has such opposing connotations lies in its history.

    The bow tie's name is derived from the French word "jabot," a type of 17th century lace cravat. During the 30 Years' War, Croatian mercenaries in France wore cotton jabots around their necks to keep the top of their uniforms closed and protect their necks from the cold winds. Ki ...

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  • White Tie Dress Code - Top Hat And Tails
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - When we think of a man wearing a top-hat and tails, it immediately conjures up an image in the mind of Fred Astaire. What image is more elegant that the one of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers dancing together, with him wearing tails and her in a evening gown? This from the movie "Top Hat" released in 1935.

    If you are too young to know anything about this style, then go rent that DVD and learn something about a special form of men's fashion that is for formal events and is still ...

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  • Finding The Right Neck Tie Knot
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Most men tie their neck tie just one way. The four most popular neck tie knots are the four in hand, the half Windsor, the Windsor and the Pratt. Each of these knots have a slightly different appearance and learning the methods for tying these knots can give a gentleman more flexibility in his wardrobe.

    The most popular and easiest knot to tie is the four in hand. The disadvantages of the four in hand is that it is asymmetric and small. It looks best with shirts that have a ...

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  • Types Of Neck Wear: Neckties, Ascots, Bolo Ties And More
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Although the traditional necktie is the preferred neck wear for most men, it is by no means the only neck wear. Ascots can be worn with casual sportswear or with formal day wear. The ascot is part of the formal morning suit which is used for daytime affairs like weddings. Ascots are usually made from silk and are available in many colors. Formal day dress most often uses gray, but may use other hues depending on the wearer and the occasion.

    The morning suit originated as a le ...

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  • Finding The Right Necktie Knot
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Although many men know just one way to tie a knot on their neckties, there are plenty of choices for this and they shouldn't be ignored as easily. By choosing the right knot of your tie you can not only look more sophisticated, but you can also erase the impression you may leave in others if you have been born with a shorter or thicker neck. The right knot should be chosen depending on your collar and on your own body shape and structure. Pick the wrong one and you risk being taken for the clown ...
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  • The Versatility Of The Sports Jacket
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Suits are the most appropriate attire for men when working, however, these days, less and less of them wear the acceptable dress code, and it may seem tacky but people will judge you through your appearance. If you are working in an office with a business casual theme, having a sports jacket can give you an advantage. You will look trustworthy and dignified, without looking like you are totally out of place. Good impressions are much needed in the business industry, and with a sport jacket, that ...
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  • Men's Dressing For The Senior Years
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - One of the biggest mistakes men make when dressing in fashion is thinking that in order to be fashionable they have to dress like the jet setters. This is not true and often the biggest downfall of a man that is entering his senior years.

    Even the middle aged businessman will quite often neglect to change his clothing style that he was used to in his 20's, and now still in his late 30's he is dressing the same way. What it basically comes down to is really not giving it much thoug ...

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  • Take One Day At A Time To Untangle The Knots Of Stress-- With Your Autistic Child
    By: Bonita Darula | - Are you tied up in knots which is due to stress because you have an autistic child? You are all knotted up and you have no clue of how you are going to untangle those knots of stress, because your child with the disorder of autism is creating problems, and challenges that need to be resolved. To resolve, straighten, and untangle these knots of stress, which symbolize challenges, and problems, takes time.

    I have learned from my own experience with an autistic child, that there ...

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  • What Causes Painful Knots In Your Back Between Your Shoulder Blade And Spine
    By: Kathryn Merrow | - Knots between your spine and shoulder blade can be so uncomfortable! Is there a way to get rid of them naturally? Yes! When you understand the cause of your knots and get rid of the CAUSE you can have relief from those miserable muscle spasms.

    The muscles that are being "pulled" on become taut (taut is a kind of tightness or spasm) to protect themselves. That tautness is the "knot" or muscle spasm or contraction that you feel.

    So, which muscles are pulling on your s ...

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  • Get Rid Of Muscle Spasms In Your Shoulder Naturally
    By: Kathryn Merrow | - Do you know the cause of muscle spasms or "knots" in your upper back and shoulder? Would you be surprised to learn the cause of these knots is most often muscles? Pain always has a cause, you know, and the most common cause is muscles.

    A "knot" is actually a spasm or contraction (tightening & shortening) in a muscle. Over-work and over-stretching are the most common causes of these spasms. Some of your muscles are working "too hard" and others are not pulling their load. Your bod ...

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  • 2500 Years Old Knots
    By: Lia Contesso | -

    In 1929 two Russian scientists, Sergej Rudenko and Mikhail Griaznov, found themselves in front of what would have been recognized as the most ancient carpet ever found in the world; the two scientists discovered five tumulus during the excavations in the border area between Russia and Mongolia, dating back to the V-VI century B.C.; inside one of the five graves, the chief of the tribes, there was a carpet that has been denominated Pazyryk, discovered under a block of ice: this m ...

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  • Pain In Your Upper Back And Neck Can Be Relieved Naturally--discover The Cause Of Knots In Your Back
    By: Kathryn Merrow | - Do you have upper back pain? Here are five common causes you might not expect for pain, stiffness and knots in your back and neck.

    There are always reasons why you have pain in your upper back and neck. Pain does not happen without a reason or cause. And, back and neck pain often share the same causes.

    Most of us don't think about the cause of pain (not even most doctors.) We think it is just because we are getting old. Sometimes doctors will actually say that! We ...

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  • Learn The Art Of Tying Knots For Boating
    By: Paul C Smith | - To knot or not to knot... that is the question! Do you know the difference between an albright and a woggle or an alpine butterfly and a west country whipping? Probably not. The good news is that you don't need to. As a traveller of the inland waterways there are really only two knots you need to know, but you really do need to know them. Let me give you an example of what can happen when you don't.

    When I was seventeen (I know, I must have a very good memory - three male friends ...

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  • The Business Traveler's Style Guide
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Fashion rarely agrees with travel; if you've ever left a red-eye looking unacceptable and rumpled, you should know this firsthand. The success of a business meeting, meanwhile, also tends to rely on how well you look. No matter how good your pitch, clients will be harder to convince when you're disheveled and slovenly. Here's how to get through the trip and step off that plane without losing any of your style.

    Three-Piece Power
    A full three-piece suit might not seem like th ...

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  • Are Men Color Savvy In Their Clothes Matching?
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - If you were to ask most women's opinion in respect to a man's color savvy most would tell you that they don't believe that most men really are color conscious at least not to the extent of the women. On the other hand the men would say differently.

    In many cases when it comes to color coordination men seem to take the easy way out. For example in the past they have tended to stick with the black, white and neutral colors. This makes for easy mixing and matching in respect to colo ...

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  • A Particular Guide To Fly Fishing Knots
    By: Hugh J. Lara | - There are many different guides to fly fishing knots on the market today which come from more experienced fly fishermen who share their knowledge with the less experienced. These guides to fly fishing knots can be found in book form, magazines and also on the web, giving the novice fly fisherman the fly fishing knowledge he needs to get his line ready to go fly fishing. In addition, these guides to fly fishing knots will also tell of different fly fishing knot tools he can use to clip the ends o ...
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  • Give A Diamond Knot To Say I Love You
    By: Reeds Jewelers | - Think about how wonderful it would be to give the perfect gift this year for Christmas or another occasion to the person you love; an enchanting diamond knot! Many men have said I Love You with a diamond, and many women were made so happy. Womens love for diamonds has been known throughout the history. A lustrous diamond is the best way to ask her to be your wife, and to prompt a gracious and ready I do. In the past, it was much more difficult to find that perfect diamond for a ...
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  • Make It An Everlon Diamond Knot
    By: Reeds Jewelers | - For a man who wishes to show his love to the woman of his dreams, it is now easy to do so thanks to Everlon diamond knot. With the holiday season fast approaching, men are especially in a hurry to find the best gift for the woman in their lives. Women may be more difficult to impress nowadays, with such a vast array of gifts to choose from. Many men are surely having a hard time thinking what could it be that will show his loved one how important she is. But this has changed with Everlon dia ...
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  • Show Her How Much She Is Loved; With The Help Of Everlon Diamonds Knots
    By: Reeds Jewelers | - A Diamond Knot will show her just how much she is loved! Do not spend another dollar on diamond jewelry that lacks a Diamond Knot. Why? A Diamond Knot not only tells her how much she is loved, because she is being presented with a diamond piece, Diamond Knots also exemplify how much thought and consideration was put into this unique gift being presented to her. As the holiday season quickly approaches, Diamond Knots provide men all around the world the perfect chance to be the knight in shin ...
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  • Show Her How Much She Is Loved With An Everlon Diamond Knot!
    By: Reeds Jewelers | - Trust the Everlon Diamond Knot collection brought to you by http://collections.reeds.com/Everlon.html as the most sincere way of saying I Love You this holiday season. It is no secret that women love diamonds, and it is no secret that women everywhere will totally fall in love with the Everlon Diamond Knot collection presented by Reed Jewelers. Reed Jewelers is proud to offer everyone a chance this holiday season to go above and beyond the normal call of duty when it comes to buyin ...
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  • Tying A Mens Tie - The Necktie Knot For You
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - When it comes to doing up a necktie, the knot is usually left to the wearer's discretion. Should you create a massive knot that dominates your neck, or one so tiny you'd need a magnifying glass to find it? It used to be all up to you. But in these increasingly precise times of men's fashion, laissez faire for neckwear no longer works. You have to find the right knot for you and learn to do it, all before that next office mixer with the boss.

    Neanderthal Neckties
    Yes, there' ...

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  • Three Catfish Knots For Ponds, Saltwater, And Lakes
    By: Daniel Eggertsen | - Fishing is one of the world's favorite pastimes especially when it comes to reeling in the catfish. This species is found in just about all areas and they live in ponds, rivers, lakes and even in saltwater. There are several different types of catfish and each of these has their own unique qualities that make them more interesting to some anglers than with others. Which type of catfish do you enjoy reeling in?

    One of the most important things that you need to know how to do when ...

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  • Three Easy Tips On Matching Your Tie With Your Shirt
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Believe it or not, men are just as conscious as women when it comes to wearing the right pieces of clothing. People will easily notice you because of the clothes you wear and how you carry yourself. The best way to always looking your best is by matching the clothes you wear and you can start by combining the right tie and shirt.

    Men often find it hard to mix and match their outfits that they end up wearing the same old combination of shirts and ties over and over again. Worse, s ...

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  • The Right Kind Of Tie Maintenance 101
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - At this point in your life, you probably already know how to wash your own shirts and press your own pants. When it comes to ties, though, you probably don't exert as much effort. After all, they're just little strips of fabric, right?

    Wrong. Ties, particularly ones made of silk, need about as much care as, if not more than, any other piece of mens fashion. And while it's true that it's not the kind of thing that you get tailored, continuously replacing old and worn ties isn't che ...

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  • Tying Neckties - The Best Knot For Your Shirt And Tie
    By: Hendrik Pohl | - Wearing a tie is important in many situations but in order for it to look dapper and dashing, you must know how to tie it correctly. Two of the best ways to tie a tie are the Windsor knot and the half Windsor knot. These are very neat knots which give a formal appearance without being uncomfortable. They are easy to tie and appropriate for any situation.

    Both of these styles stem from the Dukedom of Windsor and British soldiers in general. It was a trade mark of Great Britain tha ...

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  • Where Do Knots Come From?
    By: Allison Mitchell | - Being in the massage field for the last ten years I have come across several different theories on this problem that plagues many of us. On some level all of them are in part true. Knots or, as massage therapists refer to them, trigger points can be very painful and debilitating to some individuals. Not only do they reflect pain to many parts of the body, they can also trap nerves which causes numbness and tingling in the limbs and hips.

    The best way I've heard it explained was by ...

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  • What Causes Knots Between Your Shoulder Blades And What Makes Them Go Away?
    By: Kathryn Merrow | - Lots of us have pain between our shoulder blades and spine. We often call them "knots." That's just what that muscle spasm in our back feels like--a knot in the muscle.

    What causes these spasms, or knots? What can you do to "knot" have them anymore? Wouldn't you like to know how to get rid of them?

    People often write to me wondering if I can help them get rid of the knots near their shoulder blades. They tell me how much discomfort they have or how miserable the ...

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  • A Look At Some Of The Most Used Rock Climbing Knots
    By: Muna Wanjiru | - The Rope is a main tool in Climbing. Some of the important rock climbing knots is given below;

    The Alpine Butterfly is considered to be one of the ideal and most secure safe Single Loop Knots that can be tied in the middle of a rope when you don't have access to the ends.

    The Bowline knot is known as the King of Knots and it is used all around the world in one form or another. For a rock climber it is necessary, to know how to make this knot.

    The Figu ...

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  • Fly Fishing Knots
    By: Sharpy | - When you are fly fishing, tying the right knots can make a world of difference in your success or failure. Its important to not only select the right knot for the situation but also to tie it properly. Poorly tied knots will mean lost fish and frustration for you, so knowing about the right knots and how to tie them can be a huge part of the fly fishing experience.

    Before you tighten a knot, moisten it with saliva or with water you are fishing on. This will help the knot sli ...

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  • Celtic Wedding Ring Buying Guide: Ten Questions For Finding The Perfect Ring
    By: Marc Choyt | - Modern jewelry techniques allow a greater range of possibilities than the Celts had over two thousand years ago. Today you can find rings made with platinum, or white and yellow gold accented with diamonds. Some of the most beautiful rings are bi-metal, where the knots are one color, such as white gold, while the rim of the ring might be yellow gold. There is a wide range of class and price.

    It is unlikely that a local jeweler will carry Celtic wedding rings, and even if they d ...

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  • How To Develop Your Mystic Understanding Of Celtic Knotwork
    By: Marc Choyt | - Often on Celtic jewelry websites you will see that a merchant has labeled certain knots as having particular meaning, such as "unity," "friendship," or "love." More often than not, these labels are marketing tactics. Even to say the knots symbolize how the world is interconnected, though true in the most general sense, does not provide much information relevant to a deep understanding of Celtic knots. In this article, I'll show how to interpret Celtic knot work from a universal perspective, base ...
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  • Rangoli: The Sacred Knot Work Of India
    By: Marc Choyt | - When people think of knot work design what typically comes to mind are Celtic motifs from England and Scotland. Like most people I knew nothing of the knot work design coming out of the Buddhist and Hindu cultures of India until I spent a month in the South Indian city of Chennai.

    Walking in the early mornings, I'd find intricate knot work patterns drawn out free hand with flour on the streets in front of homes. Initially, my question was, how did these designs, so common ...

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  • A Nain Persian Rug - Simply Perfect
    By: Arnold Hexden | - There are some of us who pay attention to even the most intricate details, who think that there is a world of difference between baby blue and sky blue, who believe that carpets are the soul of the floor and that they should caress the feet instead of just being something to walk on; if you believe this, then you will love the feel and comfort which is unique to the Nain Persian rug.

    These rugs come from a very small desert town called Nain, 150km from Isfahan, in the heart of Ira ...

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  • Understanding And Choosing A Celtic Ring
    By: Marc Choyt | - For some people, the choice to have a Celtic wedding ring is an expression of their wish to connect deeply into their own ancestry. They feel empathy with a European based tribal tradition that treats the earth as Mother. It's also easy to fall in love with soulful Celtic music and poetry. Others simply want the one piece of jewelry that they wear every day to have a beautiful design with significance.

    Whether one has Celtic heritage or not, a Celtic motif wedding ring is appropr ...

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  • The Three Knots That Are Best
    By: Ronald Moody | - There seems to be as many knots out there as there are fish in the ocean. But this is the three that most us and found out with experience that they don't fail if tied right. The three knots are the loop knot, the Bristol knot and the bimini twist. All these knots are solid performers that have an edge on other knots.

    The loop knot often takes a back seat to the clinch for tying on a lure or hook. But experienced anglers know the difference a loop can make, adding action to the pr ...

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  • Elegant Not Strangled
    By: Jason Atilia | - Okay, I know most men don't like wearing neckties and bows except during desperate times (job interviews, meeting your girlfriend's folks, your wedding). But admit it, neckties and bows add a certain elegant appeal to your get up. Sometimes, you even catch yourself saying, "Bond.. James Bond". Though ties make you think that your girlfriend is a sadist (Hon, you look dashing when you can't breathe..), you have to admit that she's right. You do look good in ties. Besides, it's not so bad since th ...
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  • Fly Fishing "€" I Know Knot What I Do
    By: Nomad Rick | - When it comes to fly fishing, tying a knot is not the most glamorous of subjects. Without a knot, however, youll not be snatching the Muskie of your dreams.

    Fly Fishing Knots

    First thing first, we need to get the lingo down since we wont be using illustrations in this article. Three basic terms will cover practically any aspect of the knot tying process. Tag end refers to the last ten inches of so of line you are holding in your hand, to wit, the pointy ...

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