WNY Fly Fishing - Using Loop Knots

The main reason that I use loop knots is that, loop knots provide advantages over knots that are fixed to the fly's hook eye.  A fly on a loop knot can slide and float more freely, producing a more natural action. This doesn't apply to only streamers, also applies to wet flies and most certainly applies to dead drifting nymphs. A more natural movement of the fly results in a greater number of takes and that results in a higher catch rate. My personal favorite loop knot, the Non-slip Mono Loop knot, is considered by many anglers to have 100% knot strength.