Thill Thill Pro Series Slip Float Premium Fishing Bobber

Up your game with a real bobber. You can see the nibbles with these, and adjust your depth in the water column with ease. The knots they send with you are chintzy so I use something else. Regardless, these bobbers are exceptional. Way better than the clip on Styrofoam ones.

They’re a little pricey, but they’re made well

The Thill 7/8 inch Pro Series weighted slip float (bobber), with brass top grommet, turns my fishing hobby into an art form. I simply love them! Using a fine quality slip float is NOT the same as the kids' fixed clip-on plastic bobber. These are MUCH more sophisticated. Thill floats allow me cast with freedom and precision knowing that the knot that I've tied will set the exact depth that I want to fish without having to swing lots of line that would otherwise have to dangle. When casting, the knot that you tie up the line will pass freely through my rod's eyelets while the bead and bobber will simply let the line slip through until it reaches the calculated depth - I use my rod length to measure the precise depth that I want my line to sink to too. They help me FIND the fish by easily adjusting the depth and as long as the tiny yarn knots hold fast, they will hold their position. They also help me keep my bait in the exact place that I want. I have found that I can use these, and the other available diameter sizes, for many different types of fish, fishing rigs, and I can even use them on braid (with a slightly shortened fluorocarbon/mono leader. I even troll with them to keep my bait high in the water - if I have to stop for a fish on one line, I know that my other troll lines are safe from sinking into snags and I have an excellent visual reference for where my lines are. The weighted ones will sit more vertically in the water and add just enough weight that no sinkers are needed when using a jig. I learned to tie my own bobber yarn knots using two cocktail straws (YouTube) using high-visibility bead thread and my own choices of bead colors from my local hobby/craft store (CHEAP!) too. Recently, I devoted an entire new tackle case dedicated solely to my Thill floats. I want to frame a set of them, illuminate them, and buy them a drink!

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I chose the Thill Pro Series because they’re highly rated among serious anglers for durability and precision. I wanted a float that wouldn’t fail mid-trip, and these have lived up to the reputation.These slip floats are excellent quality and noticeably sturdier than the cheap plastic ones you often see. The balsa wood body is lightweight yet durable, and it sits perfectly upright in the water for clear visibility. The bright color makes it easy to see even at a distance or in low light.They slide smoothly on the line, and the design prevents line tangles or unnecessary resistance during casting. After multiple trips out, they’ve held up great with no cracking or paint chipping.If you’re looking for reliable bobbers for panfish, walleye, or even light river fishing, these are worth it.

Looking a little cheaper than the older ones, I'm sure it's made in China, but they still work as intended!

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Thill is the best. Can’t beat them. Durable, well made, inexpensive

Cheap, QUALITY slip float from Thill!! 5 stars from me!!!