How to Tie Clear Fishing Floats
Float fishing is a technique often used in calm water, where the fish are close to the shore. It is less commonly used when casting, as spinner bait is preferred by many fishing enthusiasts. Clear floats can be a good way to lure fish that are apprehensive, although colored floats are often used to attract larger fish. Smaller fish can be scared off by bright floats. Float fishing is a great way for kids to stay occupied, as it doesn't require a lot of attention.
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Things You'll Need
- Neutral-colored nylon line
- Small fishing bead
- Fishing weight
- Clear swivel
Instructions
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Pull two feet of line past the last eye on your fishing rod. Cut a five-inch piece of nylon fishing line. This will be used to create a knot on your line to stop the float rig from sliding all the way up your line.
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Place the nylon over the center of the line, roughly one foot from the rod's tip. Swoop both ends of the nylon under the line and then back over. Bring together the ends over top of the line. Twist the nylon around into a coil several times. Tighten the ends and pull them close. Tie a regular knot on top. Cut off the ends. You now have a knot that will stop the float from sliding up your line.
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Slide a bead at the end of your line so that it stops at the nylon knot. Push the button on the float to release the hook. Place the line under the hook and move it to the button. Push the side of the button to expose the hook inside the button. Place the line in there, ensuring the line is still under the hook on the opposite side. Slide it up to the bead.
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Slide a weight through the center of the line. It will rest at the float.
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Slide another bead along the line to rest on the weight.
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Cut off a 15-inch piece of line from another spool. Tie a basic knot at one end. Tie a hook onto the other end with a basic knot.
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Tie the other end of the 15-inch line to a swivel. Tie the float line to the other end of the swivel.
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References
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