How to Untangle Fishing Line Without Re-Spooling

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Most fishing-line tangles do not require stripping the spool. The key is to stop pulling, identify where the line crossed itself, and remove tension in small sections. Forcing a knot tighter can turn a simple loop into a damaged section that should be cut out. The best approach depends on the problem: a loose loop … Read more