waggler float
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float — 1) a cork, wood, glass, metal or plastic structure used to support or mark the position of a net. See also bombarda and glass float 2) a plastic, cork or wood device that enables a baited hook to be suspended in the water column and enables fish… … Dictionary of ichthyology
waggler — waggˈler noun A fisherman s long float, designed to indicate the slightest movement of the bait • • • Main Entry: ↑waggle … Useful english dictionary
insert waggler — in angling, an insert tip pushed into a float. The insert tip is much thinner than the tip of a normal waggler float, q.v., and tips can be changed to allow for changing conditions … Dictionary of ichthyology
straight waggler — a waggler float (q.v.) with no body used for fishing at depth in running water … Dictionary of ichthyology
Pellet waggler — A pellet waggler is a small, dumpy, float used used for fishing. Despite its name, almost any bait can be used on a pellet waggler, not just pellets. It is suited for any small particle baits, and also for larger baits such as meat.Pellet… … Wikipedia
bodied waggler — a waggler, q.v., having a buoyant bulb near the bottom of the float that increases the amount of shot needed to set it. This rig exaggerates the float tip movement when a fish takes the bait, allows longer distance casting and greater stability… … Dictionary of ichthyology
ledger float — a float used in angling that automatically sets itself to the correct depth. It has a two point friction device at the float bottom where the line passes through. When cast out with a slack line the float will rise to the surface, the line can… … Dictionary of ichthyology
self depth adjusting waggler — a float used in angling that automatically sets itself to the correct depth. It has a two point friction device at the float bottom where the line passes through. When cast out with a slack line the float will rise to the surface, the line can… … Dictionary of ichthyology
Fishing float — A float (sometimes also called a bobber ) is a device used in angling, which serves two purposes. It suspends the bait at a predetermined depth, and it serves as a bite indicator. Floats come in different sizes and shapes. The long, thin ones are … Wikipedia
stepped waggler — a float that becomes larger nearer the bottom by abrupt increases in diameter. Usually there are three steps and this type of float works well in rivers … Dictionary of ichthyology
