Cheek Knot vs. Eugene Bend Knot

Just how do the Cheek Knot and the Eugene Bend Knot stack up against each other? Here are the knot strength efficiency numbers for each knot as tested on monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braided fishing lines.

Line Type Cheek Knot Efficiency Eugene Bend Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.5% 118.5% Cheek Knot
Fluorocarbon 106.5% 97.6% Cheek Knot
Braid 99.6% 112.1% Eugene Bend Knot
Average 111.5% 109.4% Cheek Knot

Winner: Cheek Knot

For a comprehensive comparison of fishing knots, check out the Fishing Knot Strength Chart to see how the Cheek Knot and the Eugene Bend Knot fare against all other knots.