Turn Weed Eater Line into the Perfect Stringer

How to make a stringer out of weed eater cord

Let me walk you through exactly how to make one of these stringers. Trust me, once you make one, you'll probably never buy another stringer again.

First, let's talk about line choice:

• Stick with round line (avoid the "Y" shaped stuff—it'll cut into your hands and the fish).

• Thicker line is better for bigger fish like catfish, but I've yet to have any size line break on me.

Here's how to make it:

1. Cut yourself a 5-foot piece of line. 

2. At one end, you're going to form a small loop—aim for about an inch or two in diameter.

3. Use a crimp and pliers to clamp it down, securing the loop to the main line.

4. Add a fish to the stringer.

5. After you put your first fish on the stringer, feed the end of the line through that loop you made. This creates a lock that keeps your first fish from sliding off, and it'll keep all your other fish secure too.

That's literally all there is to it! The beauty of this stringer is in its simplicity. No fancy knots, no special tools needed (beyond basic pliers), and it'll last you forever.

Tips for planning your next Catch, Clean, Cook trip. 

• Set up the area you are going to clean the fish so you can immediately get started once you catch them.

• Set up your cooking equipment, seasoning, oil etc, ahead of time so you’ll be able to roll right in and start cooking after cleaning the fish. 

• Establish a minimum number of fish that you will need for success. 

• Set up a time to eat the meal and even invite others. (This will put pressure on you to produce a catch)

Now, I know that this isn’t for everyone but all I ask is that you give it a try just once. 

I’ve found that by setting up parameters for the day, it keeps me in line and focused on the end result which is a dinner of fresh fish  at the end of the day.