| How to Tie Braided Line to a Hook Posted: 04 Oct 2021 01:00 AM PDT When you have a fish on the line ready to reel in, the last thing you want to feel is the line snap and go slack. A well-tied braided line keeps your hook in place, making it more likely that you'll successfully bring in any fish you snare. Braided lines cast a lot further than mono lines, and they don't stretch, which makes it easier for your hook to catch in a fish's mouth. But, braided lines don't hold knots as well because they're a little slippery, which is where the modified uni knot and palomar knot come into play—they're strong knots that can withstand a lot of pressure, and they're easy to make. Switch out your entire reel for braided line and get your hook in place with one of these knots before going on your next fishing excursion![1] [Edit]Modified Uni Knot - Thread the braided line through the eye of the fishing hook. The shorter end of the line pulled through the eye is called the "tag." The longer stretch of line connecting to your fishing pole is called the "main" or "standing" line.[2]
- The modified uni knot is great for sea fishing or fly fishing with a braided line. You can also use this knot to secure bobbers and lures.
- Make sure to use the right line for where you'll be fishing—saltwater lines are typically best for more tropical waters, for instance.[3]
- Put the tag line through the eye of the hook a second time. Braided lines are slipperier than mono (unbraided) lines. It's important to add this second pass-through to your process to make the knot as secure as possible.[4]
- The uni knot is super strong and popular among fishers. It maintains about 82% of your line's strength, which is important when you're trying to reel in a fish.[5]
- Pull the tag end, so you have of length to work with. Position the line so that the tag end and main line are parallel to each other with the tag end laying closest to your body.[6]
- It's okay if you pull a little extra line through the hook. Anything leftover at the end gets trimmed away.
- Fold the tag line in half so the end is pointing toward the hook. Before folding, position the hook and line so that the hook is on your lefthand side and the tag line is closest to your body.[7]
- Check that the tag line and main line are both still to the right of the hook.
- Pull the end of the tag line up over the main line to make a loop. Check that the tag line is crossing over itself and the main line. If it helps, lay your hook and line on a table so you can more easily see what you're doing. Pinch the lines together where the loop intersects, and leave the end of the tag line sticking up, away from your body.[8]
- At this stage, the top of the loop is made of 2 threads. The bottom of the loop is 1 thread.
- Wrap the tag line around the top of the loop 8-10 times. Pass the end of the tag line through the inside of the loop. Bring it back up, then pass it through the loop again. Keep repeating this movement until you've wrapped it around the braided line a total of 8-10 times.[9]
- A normal uni knot only wraps around 5 times, but since you're working with a braided line, it's smart to do it a few additional times for extra strength.
- Check that the wraps are going in one direction and don't overlap each other.
- Pull on both the tag line and main line to tighten the knot. Pinch the tag line and main line together. Start tugging on them to make the big loop get smaller while the wrapped section's small loops get closer and closer together. Keep pulling until you start to feel a lot of resistance.[10]
- Don't be afraid to put some muscle into it. The line is really strong and can withstand a lot of pressure.
- Wet the line when you notice resistance, then continue pulling. Either use saliva or a little bit of water to moisten the section with the small loops wrapped along the line. Doing this lubricates the line a little and helps the knot slip along it more easily so you can secure it as tightly as possible.[11]
- It isn't possible to make the line too wet, so don't worry about that!
- Pull the main line to move the knot down to the hook. Release the tag line and pull on just the main line. The knot will slip down until it meets the top of the eye of the hook.[12]
- This part of the process is very similar to how you would adjust a slipknot.
- Trim the tag end to finish your uni knot. Once the knot is flush with the hook, all that's left is to trim away the excess line of the tag end. Use a pair of scissors, and be careful not to cut the main line accidentally.[13]
- This modified uni knot can withstand about of pressure.[14]
[Edit]Palomar Knot - Measure of braided line and make a fold. Crease the fold to form a nice, sharp point. Keep the line folded so you have 2 parallel threads next to each other.[15]
- "Palomar" is pronounced "PAHL-oh-mahr," just in case you want to sound like you know your knots when talking with other fishers.[16]
- Folding the line doubles its width and will make your knot even stronger.
- Thread the end of the line through the eye of the hook . About half of the doubled-up line should be on either side of the hook. The short working end is called the "tag" line, and the long line is called the "standing" or "main" line.[17]
- Tie an overhand knot with the tag line and main line and pull it tight. Lay the tag end over the main line to make a loop, then tuck the end through the loop. Pull the knot tight to secure the braided line to the hook.[18]
- One of the reasons the palomar knot is so popular is because it's made up of a few simple steps. It's strong and doesn't take long to make, making it easy to do even when it's dark or cold out.
- Open the tag end and loop it around the hook. The tag end is made of 2 parallel lines of thread—separate them so you have a circle of braided line to work with. Take that circle and simply pull it over the body of the hook.[19]
- Be careful not to snag your fingers on the hook!
- Pull the main line until the loop tightens against the hook. Gently tug on the main line. As you do so, the loop will start getting smaller and smaller, until eventually, it's just a small knot against the line. Keep pulling until the knot is flush against the eye of the hook.[20]
- If the knot seems stuck, you can lubricate it a little with saliva or water to help it along.[21]
- Trim the excess line on the tag end to finish your palomar knot. Take a pair of scissors and carefully cut off any leftover string on the tag end. Be careful not to cut the main line![22]
- The palomar knot can withstand about of pressure.[23]
- You can tie a braided line to a mono line, but the chance of that connection breaking is pretty high. It's smarter and more reliable to use braided line on your entire reel, so make sure to change that out before getting your knot in place.[24]
- Both the modified uni knot and the palomar knot work great with braided lines. The uni knot is ultimately the strongest, though, so use it if you're going after bigger fish![25]
- Practice your knots before getting out on the water. You'll feel more confident if you've done a few practice runs first.
- If you're not sure what type of line to use, visit a fly shop in the area where you'll be fishing and ask them what they recommend.[26]
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Modified Uni Knot - Braided line
- Fish hook
- Scissors
[Edit]Palomar Knot - Braided line
- Fish hook
- Scissors
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| How to Write a Horoscope Column Posted: 03 Oct 2021 05:00 PM PDT You've likely read your horoscope in magazines, but you may not know that the study is an ancient tradition that's been around for thousands of years. Astrology has its roots in early Mesopotamia, China, Greece, and Egypt.[1] Though its popularity in pop culture has waxed and waned, astrologers and believers remain dedicated to its practice. If you'd like to learn more about writing a horoscope column, you may have many questions about astrology's illuminating teachings and revelations. Luckily, this article is here to help you learn more. [Edit]How do people write horoscopes? - Astrologers draw insights from astrological events, the lunar calendar, and the stars. When writing a horoscope, they relate these events to each Zodiac sign and how they will be affected each month.[2] To make personalized insights for each sign, columnists analyze the sun signs as well as something called the solar house system.[3]
- The solar house system helps columnists expand and personalize their astrological reading without a person's birth time. This system works from the belief that the signs that precede and ascend a person's sun sign on the astrological calendar also have an influence on someone's thoughts and behaviors.
- Astrologers often draw meaning from the new moon, the full moon, and any significant astrological events each month (lunar eclipses and retrogrades are common examples).
[Edit]Who writes horoscopes? - Professional astrologers usually write horoscopes. These people have studied astrology in-depth to develop a deep knowledge of the Zodiac, the stars, astrological events, and the lunar calendar. To become a professional, you don't need to follow one set path. You might study to become accredited by organizations like the International Society of Astrological Research. You also have the option of teaching yourself through a wide array of books and astrology content available online.[4]
- Some astrologers write personalized horoscopes using a person's rising and moon sign, while others use the solar house system to make more general readings (these are what usually comprise newspaper columns).[5]
[Edit]How do you write your own horoscope column? - Study moon phases and astrological events each month. Then, determine how these will affect each sign by analyzing each sign's corresponding planet and house. Draw insights from the lunar calendar each month. A new moon and a full moon can be significant for each sign in different ways. Next, determine what major astrological events are currently going on during that month. These will also have a unique influence over each sign.[6]
- Use a website like https://mooncalendar.astro-seek.com/ to analyze the lunar calendar.
- Astrology websites such as https://www.astrology.com/ feature calendars that give you the major astrological events happening throughout the year.
- To make insights for how these will affect the signs each month, start with that sign's house.[7] For example, Virgo rules the house of service, health, and routine. Determine how the placement of the moon and astrological events will affect their organization, schedule, and ability to help others.[8]
- Draw inspiration from the people in your life. Many astrologers look to the people around them and their corresponding sign to see how the lunar calendar and astrological events are affecting them.[9] Though this isn't an exact science, pay attention to how your friends and family are behaving, especially during a new moon, full moon, or a big astrological event (mercury retrograde is a common example). This could help you add more personalized details to your horoscope.
- Embrace your unique writing style. Writing a good horoscope is an art form. Your writing should reflect your knowledge of astrology, but also your talent for creating a succinct and engaging piece of writing. Throw in personal touches to show off your voice.[10]
- You might include quotes from philosophers, details drawn from pop culture and celebrity gossip, or even references to popular film and TV characters. Other astrologers cite the work of poets and famous writers to supplement their work.[11]
[Edit]How do you get a horoscope column published? - Start an astrology blog or website. Many successful astrologers self-publish horoscopes on websites and blogs they've created themselves. Use a free website and blog-hosting service available online to build your own and start writing horoscopes for the public. You might consider marketing your horoscopes on social media to build your following. Eventually, as you gain more readers, your column might get picked up by a magazine or local paper.[12]
- Submit your work to newspapers and magazines. Submit your writing to small, local papers to boost your chance of getting a response. To do so, visit their websites to check for job openings. Even if they're not looking for columnists specifically, use their contact page to pitch your column and send in some writing samples. This helps you get your name out there, and if they are hiring, can even get you a job as a columnist.[13]
[Edit]Where did astrology come from? - Astrology has roots in ancient traditions all over the world. The first teachings of astrology can be found in the traditions of early Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and Greece.[14] Though traces of early astrology are widespread among ancient cultures, the Babylonians may have been the first to separate the Zodiac into 12 signs. The Greeks later adopted this practice to develop the 12 signs that comprise Western astrology, such as Aries, Taurus, and Cancer.[15]
- To get more of a background on the study and its roots, invest in astrology books and read free articles online.
- You might also consider attending an online seminar or conference in order to learn from other astrologers.
[Edit]What is a Zodiac sign? - In Western astrology, a Zodiac sign represents 1 of the 12 sectors that make up the earth's orbit around the sun. These signs correspond to the astrological calendar, which is broken into 12 seasons. Find out your Zodiac sign (A.K.A. your sun sign) by determining where your birth date and birth month lands on the astrological calendar.[16]
- The Zodiac signs are ruled by the elements, including fire, water, air, and earth. Each sign also has a corresponding planet and rules a certain house on the Zodiac calendar.
- Astrology teaches that each Zodiac sign has a certain set of characteristics that influence their beliefs and actions.
[Edit]What is a Zodiac symbol? - Each sign has a symbol that represents it. The Babylonians were first to develop certain Zodiac symbols, such as Scorpio the scorpion and Taurus the bull. When the Greeks adopted the Babylonian's astrological teachings, they added more signs and symbols, such as Aries the ram and Leo the lion. These symbols are meant to be used as pictorial representations of each sign's unique attributes and personality traits.[17]
- Libra is represented by a set of scales, for example, due to their interest in fairness, equality, and balance.
[Edit]How do you know what sign you are? - Your sun sign is determined by your date of birth on the astrological calendar. To determine your sun sign, find an astrological calendar online, such as https://cafeastrology.com/whats-my-sun-sign.html, and enter your date of birth. In addition to your sun sign, you also have a rising sign and a moon sign. These can only be determined by providing your birth time and birth city.[18]
- Your rising sign and your moon sign can give you a more detailed reading regarding what planets and houses affect your thoughts and actions.
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| How to Reduce Spiciness in Curry Posted: 03 Oct 2021 09:00 AM PDT Don't worry that all of your ingredients and hard work have gone to waste if you make a curry that is too spicy! The spiciness of curries can easily be reduced using simple ingredients, depending on what you have available in your kitchen. Try adding dairy, coconut milk, or extra oil to the curry to tone down the spiciness. Alternatively, you can add more base ingredients, such as meat or vegetables, to help spread the spiciness out. When serving the curry, cucumber raita or fresh papaya are great cooling ingredients, and serving the curry with grains such as rice can also help to reduce the heat. [Edit]Using Dairy, Coconut, or Oil - Add sour cream or yogurt if you don't mind thickening the curry. Place of sour cream or yogurt into the pot of curry. Mix it in with a wooden spoon. Taste the curry to see if the spiciness has been reduced.[1]
- If the curry is still too spicy, continue adding a spoonful of either ingredient and tasting it to see if it improves the flavor.
- Be careful not to add too much sour cream or yogurt, as this may make the consistency of the curry too thick.
- Use coconut milk if it matches the flavor. Many curries have a coconut base, which means that adding coconut milk can work perfectly to dial down the heat. Add of coconut milk to the curry sauce, and taste it to see if it has helped.[2]
- Simply add another spoonful or two if the first wasn't enough, and keep tasting the curry to see if the flavor has improved.
- Add milk if you don't mind thinning the curry. Milk can also help to tone down the spiciness of curry. Pour of milk into the pot that has the curry sauce in it, and mix it in to combine it with the other ingredients.[3]
- Taste the curry after you add the milk. If it hasn't reduced the spiciness enough, add a bit more and try it again.[4]
- Don't add too much milk at one time, as it could change the consistency of the curry and make it watery.[5]
- Whole fat milk is the best to add to curries.[6]
- Use extra oil if the recipe already includes oil. Use either an oil that tastes neutral, such as vegetable oil, or one that will complement the flavors in the dish. Only add of oil at a time, and mix it in thoroughly.[7]
- Always try the curry before adding more oil to see how it has changed the taste.
[Edit]Adding More Base Ingredients - Add a handful of grated carrot or diced potatoes to absorb some spice. Place raw carrot or potato into the pot to cook with the curry sauce. Simmer the vegetables in the sauce for approximately 15 minutes, or until they are tender.[8]
- The vegetables that you use don't have to be those that you originally used in the dish.
- Use extra meat to reduce the spiciness if you want to bulk up the curry. The meat that is simmered with the curry will already be helping to take some of the edge off the spice. Use an extra quarter of the amount of meat, and cook it until it is lightly browned and tender, before adding it to the curry.[9]
- Adding extra meat works in a similar way to adding extra vegetables, as this will help to diffuse the flavors over a larger amount of ingredients.
- Add more acidic ingredients if they are already part of the dish. If you have already used lemon or lime juice, vinegar, tomatoes, or pineapple in the curry, then you can simply add more to help neutralize the dish. Add the juice of half a lemon or a lime, of vinegar or tomato sauce, or ¼ cup (50 g) of fresh tomatoes or pineapple to the curry, and see if the spiciness is reduced.[10]
- Taste the curry after each addition to check how spicy it is before adding more ingredients.
- Mix the extra ingredients in thoroughly to when you add them to help them properly combine.
- Make a double batch without doubling the spice to help diffuse the heat. If you have extra ingredients available and don't mind making more food, follow your original recipe and omit the ingredient that is making it too spicy. Combine the 2 curries at the end.[11]
- This will help to diffuse the heat through the end result dish, which means that the curry will be only half as spicy as it was originally.
[Edit]Cooling the Curry When Serving - Make a cucumber raita as a cooling condiment to serve with the curry. Raita is a cool and fresh condiment that you can eat with curry to take some of the heat off. Simply combine cucumber, plain yogurt, cilantro, green onions, coriander, and cumin to make this refreshing dish.[12]
- When it comes to serving the meal, just add a spoonful of cucumber raitha alongside the curry.
- Eat the curry with papaya to help cool it down. Pieces of fresh, green papaya go well with many coconut-based curries. Remove the papaya skin, scoop out the seeds, and shred the flesh using either a papaya peeler or a mandoline.[13]
- You can also add a garnish of fresh herbs such as mint to the papaya, as this will help to cool the curry down further.
- Serve the curry over rice to help absorb the spiciness. Although eating curry with rice is already a popular favorite, if you haven't tried it with the curry yet this could be a simple way to reduce the heat. Try jasmine, basmati, white, or brown rice as a base for the curry, and see if it helps to dilute the flavor.[14]
- Alternatively, other bland and starchy foods will have the same effect as rice. Try serving the curry with bread, quinoa, or potatoes to experiment with different flavors.[15]
- When cooking curry, try to add the ingredients that give it spice slowly and 1 at a time. This way you can taste the curry after each addition and avoid having a curry that is too spicy in the future.
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