Cheek Knot vs. San Diego Jam Knot

Just how do the Cheek Knot and the San Diego Jam 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 San Diego Jam Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.5% 118.4% Cheek Knot
Fluorocarbon 106.5% 101.7% Cheek Knot
Braid 99.6% 127.4% San Diego Jam Knot
Average 111.5% 115.8% San Diego Jam Knot

Winner: Tie

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