Improved Clinch Knot vs. Reverse Improved Clinch Knot

Just how do the Improved Clinch Knot and the Reverse Improved Clinch 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 Improved Clinch Knot Efficiency Reverse Improved Clinch Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 107.5% 117.8% Reverse Improved Clinch Knot
Fluorocarbon 93.4% 109.7% Reverse Improved Clinch Knot
Braid 51.6% 135.4% Reverse Improved Clinch Knot
Average 84.1% 121.0% Reverse Improved Clinch Knot

Winner: Reverse Improved Clinch Knot

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