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Do you know the name of this knot? I've heard using it is the way to go with crankbaits but I don't know the knot

There are more than one version of this knot.
One is called the Rapala knot and another is an improved version called the non-slip mono knot.

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They explain knots and have a visual guide to there tying. You can speed/slow the video and stop/reverse it as well.

I see a knot I want to learn for whatever, I use a long round shoelace(s) to practice. Much easier than actual fishing line and far more forgiving. ;D

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I use a heavy braid for my trolling spinning rod, because if I set the drag right, it will slow me down enough to worn me I'm hung up solid and strong enough it'll pull use minor snags.
For walleyes/smallies, I like a light action rod with either 6 lb mono or equivalent in braid.
Both my reels have a spare spool, so I can choose between mono/braid.
I'm partial to Power Pro braid. For the money it's a good value.

I think my choice for line weight might be different ( probably lighter) If I was a tandem paddler because your partner can help with canoe handling.

Solo, I find that often the canoe is working against me and I lose a lot of lures with light line.