What type of spring bobber do you use?
For many years I have used a flat metal ribbon bobber made by HT. I modified the plastic keeper and metal ribbon to make an adjustable rod tip. Attachment 107353Attachment 107354
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What type of spring bobber do you use?
For many years I have used a flat metal ribbon bobber made by HT. I modified the plastic keeper and metal ribbon to make an adjustable rod tip. Attachment 107353Attachment 107354
Hi Bob, I use them too. I wrap sewing thread around the flat stock a bunch of times. Then I use my wifes clear polish (or whatever I can get away with) and put about 3 coats over the sewing thread. I don't use the little plastic thing. You can adjust the flat stock to whatever length you want. It works really good and stays in place. Just a thought...
I take a #8 guide wrap it to the rod end and use it with the st croix spring bobber. go to the hardware store and get a rubber grommet to fit the guide and spring. I have also made spring bobbers from stainless steel leader , looks just like a jason mitchell spring bobber but has only 1 leg and is more sensitive . just use a small bead on the end just like a jason mitchell rod.
For the past five years I have been also using a home made hybrid coil and wire whisker combo. These are very similar to the ones described above.Quote:
Originally Posted by gwk
The big difference is the wire whisker for added visibility and sensitivity. Also this type of mount add very little weight to the rod tip. Attachment 107422Attachment 107423
Bob, I sure do like the looks of that one.
OK, I am from the sunny south and have never ice fished. Are you guys using this rig because the bite is so light you can't feel it or see the rod tip move? I did not have a clue what it was until I read down in the thread some. :dono
SeaRay
They do hammer it quite abit. But more often than not we are equipped for the most sensative bites. I use spring bobbers but I also have ultra sensative rods where I dont use the bobbers. Heck, some guys still use small corks where I am located at. To each their own is what I always say.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeaRay
During the hard water season the fish are very lethargic due to the cold water. The bite can be very lite on some occasions. The springs do a great job detecting the lite bites and will out perform a float in most cases.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeaRay
In many cases the bead will not move more than a 1/16 of a inch either up or down. If the lite biters feel any resistance they reject and spit the lure.
X2 - With Bob/ MN on this. Will stick my neck out on this but I would say a spring bobber will in a full winter of ice fishing will out fish all other methods bar none !!!!!!!! Have a great winter season on the ice. STEVE
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HT Enterprises Ice Blue Super Flex Ice Fishing Rod, 18"
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Key Features
- Sensitive spring bobber-like rod tip
- One of the most sensitive rods available
- Corkalon handle and black rings
- E-Z Ice Out steel guides
Right here is the most fun rod I have ever used. No need for a bobber, the tip is very flexibale. If you get a 8" Bluegill on it, you'll think it's a whale...Lots of fun with this one...