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CANE POLE CRAZY

For people who like fishing the long poles. New, old or whatever, if its long and doesn't have a reel, this is the place to chat.

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Started by Joe Angelucci. Last reply by Joe Angelucci May 2, 2016.

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Started by Joe Angelucci. Last reply by David, aka, "McScruff" May 1, 2016.

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Comment by Marion D Watts on March 17, 2014 at 2:25pm

Thanks L-p H

Comment by Leo Nguyen on March 17, 2014 at 2:22pm

I've used the 6" mini Thill Shy Bite, support both the mealworm or cricket, yet, still manage to add a mini-splitshot about 9" below the float. So, yes, it should work well with your setup. If your BB is too heavy, just use the bait. That should be more than sufficient. As for the worm, depending on how much of a worm you're using. If it's a red wiggly, not a problem. If it's a full size nightcrawler, that float will go under faster than the Titanic. This may requires you to use the larger Thill Supreme Stealth or Mini-Stealth.

Comment by Marion D Watts on March 17, 2014 at 2:03pm

Thanks for the comments!  I suspect on calm days, the smallest ones will float a BB & bait (cricket or worm) fine?

Comment by Leo Nguyen on March 17, 2014 at 12:38pm

For the calm days, or fully insulated from wind, try the 6" skinny. Of course, if you're trying for heavier bait, then 6"+. Windy days, definitely something with a larger oval bottom. The Shy Bite skinny is as close to the quill float as you can get it. Got mine for $1, in a bulk of a dozen during  a sale. Compared between my quill and the Shy Bite, it's practically identical to detection, and weight support equivalent. Very unique.

Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on March 17, 2014 at 12:27pm
I'm no help - I make my own stealth floats, or go with a modified quill type when I want that. I also like the smallest cigar floats.
I you plan to spend money on floats, think long and slender, as opposed to short and fat.
Comment by Marion D Watts on March 17, 2014 at 12:21pm

Thanks man!  What size would you recommend?

Comment by Leo Nguyen on March 17, 2014 at 12:09pm

Marion, try the Thill Shy Bites or the Ultra Shy Bites. Much more effective.

Comment by Marion D Watts on March 17, 2014 at 12:03pm

http://www.fishusa.com/Product/Thill-Ice-n-Fly-Special-IndicatorFloat

Anyone tried these as floats?  BB split shot and crickets is what I need to float.

Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on March 14, 2014 at 7:31pm
Hang me by the tip - now that's right!
Comment by Marion D Watts on March 14, 2014 at 6:29pm

cane.jpgOk, got 4 hanging.  Man! this site is awesome!  give me some time to learn my way around!

 

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