Apparatus for tying fishing line to fishing tackle and methods for use

Abstract

An apparatus used to tie fishing line to fishing tackle, and the procedures developed to be used specifically with the apparatus to form certain knots used in sport fishing. The gross structure of the apparatus is a rod with a securing device, such as an alligator clip, attached to one end. The fishing tackle may be secured to the apparatus using the securing device. Then the fishing line may be threaded through the appropriate structure of the fishing tackle, and the apparatus manipulated to produce the desired knot.

Description

BACKGROUND [0001] 1. The Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to an apparatus used to tie fishing line to fishing tackle, more particularly and without limitation, hooks, lures, spinners, flies, leaders, and swivels are the fishing tackle appropriate for use with the apparatus. The present invention also relates to the methods of using the line-tying apparatus to tie a limited variety of fishing knots. [0003] 2. Brief Description of the Art [0004] A wide variety of knots have been developed and used in sport fishing to secure various forms of fishing tackle to fishing lines. Numerous devices have also been developed to aid a fisherman in tying these knots. Most devices tend to be knot-specific in that they are designed for, or used to form certain, specific knots. Virtually all of these devices can be divided into two categories: devices used to secure the hook, and devices structurally designed to facilitate the tying of the desired knot. [0005] Devices used ...

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Benefits of technology

[0011] The current invention is embodied in the structure of the apparatus as well as its designated use. The design and structure of the apparatus is novel, and developed for an intended, specific use. The structure is deceptively simple. The gross structure of the apparatus is a rod with a device for securing the hook, or fishing tackle. This structure is integral to the method of use for the apparatus. The simple structure is what allows the desired knot to be tied quickly, easily and efficiently. While the hook is secured, the apparatus may be manipulated to produce the desired knot.

[0013] The apparatus allows a cinch knot or an improved cinch knot to be tied in a drastically reduced amount of time and effort. Generally, a cinch knot requires at least sixty seconds or more to form properly. With the aid of the present apparatus, a cinch knot may be tied in approximately five to twenty seconds, after very limited instruction. Also, persons relatively unfamiliar with fishing or even young children can be taught to use the apparatus effectively and efficiently in a short amount of time.

[0014] The apparatus also provides a safe procedure for tying the desired knot because the hook is suspended away from the hands while the knot is being formed. The apparatus allows the hook and the fishing line to be manipulated with a minimum of contact by the user. The procedure for using the apparatus is very simple: the hook is secured to one end of the apparatus, a fishing line is threaded through the eye of the hook, the apparatus is twirled an appropriate number of times, and the end of the fishing line is secured within the newly formed knot.

Problems solved by technology

One disadvantage can be illustrated when trying to use these devices.

The fishing line can be difficult to manipulate in the manner necessary to tie the desired knot properly, especially if only one hand is available to the fisherman.

One disadvantage to devices using specific structural features is that they can be relatively complex in order to produce the desired knot.

While the combination may provide advantages related to a seemingly more complete device, these devices tend to be the most complex, which can be a disadvantage relating to cost and ease of use.

This can result in painful injuries to the fisherman while attempting to tie the desired knot.

As will be shown, these means tend to be limited and relatively expensive.

They also limit the fisherman to certain configurations of fishing tackle.

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