{"id":514,"date":"2024-02-01T17:02:05","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T22:02:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/?p=514"},"modified":"2024-02-01T17:02:08","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T22:02:08","slug":"5-best-centerpin-floats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/5-best-centerpin-floats\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Centerpin Floats For 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50575806857_aea1cb7194_o-min.jpg\" alt=\"5 Best Centerpin Floats and how to use them\" class=\"wp-image-1229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50575806857_aea1cb7194_o-min.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50575806857_aea1cb7194_o-min-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50575806857_aea1cb7194_o-min-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I am a float fishing specialist. I&#8217;ve been guiding for 22 years and float fishing for 37 years. There are a number of different factors that will determine the best Centerpin floats, and I can tell you from experience that some floats are much better than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When choosing the best Centerpin float, you want one that is easy to see, one that helps you gauge your depth, helps you control your speed, and is sensitive enough to detect subtle bites from a steelhead, salmon, or trout.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The size, speed, and depth of the river will determine what the best float is for you. The color and shape of your float are also important and I will explain all this below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you read to the bottom, I will also explain how to make your float do more than just detect a bite, and how to make them more effective so you catch more fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Out Quick Pick For The Best Floats For Centerpin Fishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#Best-All-Around-Float\">Best Overall<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Raven FM Premium Balsa Float &#8211; 6-gram to 12-gram<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#Best-Float-For-Deeper-And-Fast-Rivers\">Best Float For Deeper And Fast Rivers<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Raven FX Raven Premium Balsa Float<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#Best-Clear-Water-Floats\">Best Stealth Float<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Drennan Crystal Loafer Float  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Float Colors<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_c24eec-cf alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_89d921-eb{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_89d921-eb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_89d921-eb inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"629\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Float-Colors-For-Steelhead-min.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Color For Steelhead Floats\" class=\"wp-image-1233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Float-Colors-For-Steelhead-min.jpg 629w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Float-Colors-For-Steelhead-min-300x186.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Best Color For Steelhead Floats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_1bf884-14{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_1bf884-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_1bf884-14 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Having the right colored Centerpin float will help you see the float better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bright orange shows up under both sunny and cloudy conditions and is what I use 99% of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any situation when there is a lot of glare on the water&#8217;s surface, orange floats are the easiest to see.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some anglers believe that chartreuse is the best float color on cloudy days and orange is only good on sunny days, but even cloudy days can have a lot of glare on the surface of the water which is why I use orange floats all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Float Sizes<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_e52e72-d3 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_bd8282-66{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_bd8282-66 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_bd8282-66 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Sizes2-min.jpg\" alt=\"Centerpin Float Sizes\" class=\"wp-image-1247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Sizes2-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Sizes2-min-300x258.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Different-sized floats are used for different situations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_180d5e-b3 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>I use different-sized Centerpin floats for different river speeds and depths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I say the size, I actually mean the weight. Floats are usually measured in grams, and bigger floats hold more weight and can be easier to see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also use different-sized floats for clear water where the fish may spook easily or where the water is slow and shallow and doesn&#8217;t require a lot of weight.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I also use different sizes or shapes to help my clients see the float better and that includes times when there is a lot of glare on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Older anglers or anglers who don&#8217;t have great vision may benefit from a much larger float that they can see from a longer distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Shaped Floats<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_dffde3-8c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_78b8aa-7e inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Shape-min.jpg\" alt=\"Centerpin float shapes and sizes\" class=\"wp-image-1238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Shape-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Centerpin-Float-Shape-min-300x218.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">These are the author&#8217;s many floats. There are different shapes and sizes for different situations. The floats in the middle are my favorite.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_eae7ca-dd inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>There are a lot of different brands of with different float shapes, and I have tried dozens to see which ones work the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I believe the shape of your float is very important because if you are a very good float angler who catches a lot of fish, then you know that your float does a lot more than just suspends your bait or let you know when a fish is biting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the key things to float fishing is a method called trotting or checking your float. If you want to catch more fish then you need to learn how to trot well. Trotting is when you lightly hold your float back to slow the bait down and to present the bait ahead of the float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Best-All-Around-Float\">The Best All-Around Centerpin Float<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_6235db-c7 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_282e58-26{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_282e58-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_282e58-26 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50622517592_4ff416c8f3_c-min.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Steelhead Float\" class=\"wp-image-1230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50622517592_4ff416c8f3_c-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50622517592_4ff416c8f3_c-min-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is the best all-purpose steelhead float <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_73cb5f-d7 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FRaven-Premium-Balsa-Float%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Raven FM Float<\/a> is the best all-around Centerpin float for most mid-sized trout and steelhead rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though FM stands for Fast current &#8211; Medium depth, this float will work in slow and deep water, and I know this for a fact because my clients catch a lot of steelhead in very slow water at depths of 10 feet deep with this float.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For smaller rivers of 20 to 30 feet with most or all pools under 6 feet deep, I would use the 4.2-gram size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For bigger rivers of 25 to 50 feet wide and with average pool depths between 3 and 8 feet, I would recommend a 5.0 or 6.2-gram size float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For bigger rivers of 40 to 100 feet wide, I would suggest a 6.2-gram float or switch to the Raven FD 8-gram float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I would also say that if you are an older angler with limited vision or you are fishing rivers with very long drifts over 100 feet at times, then I would suggest using the 6.2-gram floats for all rivers between 20 and 100 feet wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For rivers that have depths up to 15 feet, I would suggest the Raven FD Model in the 8.0-gram or 11-gram float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To attach these floats to the line I use the  1\/16th Raven Silicone Float Cap Tubing or I will use the Drennan float caps, I use the black, brown, and green sizes for a snug fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Best-Clear-Water-Floats\">Best Clear Water Floats<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_705a7c-38 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_4bbfc3-6f inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"820\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Size-Steelhead-Float-min.jpg\" alt=\"Best Steelhead floats for clear water\" class=\"wp-image-1234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Size-Steelhead-Float-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Size-Steelhead-Float-min-220x300.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">These are the best Steelhead and trout floats for low, clear water.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_71d703-d4{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_71d703-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_71d703-d4 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FDrennan-Crystal-Loafer-Float%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Drennan Loafer floats <\/a>are my preferred float for clear-water steelhead and trout fishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll use a three-inch float for low-clear trout water and a 6.4-gram float for deeper water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The float on the far right is a 6-gram float that is 5 inches long, and the picture on the far left is a 2-gram float that is about 3 inches long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These floats require the special <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FDrennan-Float-Caps%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Drennan Float Caps<\/a> due to the sizes of the top and bottom of the float.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Best-Float-For-Deeper-And-Fast-Rivers\">Best Deep Water Floats For Steelhead<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_aae4b2-ab alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_f5a4c9-09 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Raven-FD-Float-450x-min-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Raven-FD-Float-450x-min-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Raven-FD-Float-450x-min-1-300x296.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_51e043-71{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_51e043-71 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_51e043-71 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>For deep water, you need an extra long leader and often extra weight, which means a bigger float is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my favorite floats for rivers that are 10 to 16 feet when I&#8217;m using a rod that is 12 to 14 feet long is the Raven FD 8-gram or 11-gram float.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>To help you cast easier when you want a leader of 13 feet or more and especially if your rod is under 12 feet long, it&#8217;s often best to use a slip float like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FDrennan-Crystal-Piker-Float%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Drennan Crystal Piker Float<\/a> or the Raven FX float in the 11 to 15-gram size.  For the Raven FX floats, I also use the Drennan float caps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the only time I will use a slip float because it does not have a pointed top to help you control your speed and to help locate the bottom with your bait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For slip floats, you will need good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FDrennan-Float-Stops%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">rubber float stops<\/a>. Float stops go on the line to stop the float at the maximum designated depth. The float stops should cast through the guides easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Economy Floats For Steelhead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to save some cash, these are floats that I have used and would use again.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97{border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-left-radius:5px;overflow:hidden;isolation:isolate;border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_6af256-97 alignnone has-theme-palette7-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px;}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_3536ae-b9 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Sheffiled-Floats-450x-min.jpg\" alt=\"Sheffield Float\" class=\"wp-image-10789\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Sheffiled-Floats-450x-min.jpg 450w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Sheffiled-Floats-450x-min-278x300.jpg 278w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Sheffield Floats<\/strong> are constructed of crystal clear plastic with your choice of Flo. Chartreuse, Flo. Orange or Flo. Pink hi-vis tops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The clear plastic material makes them nearly invisible in the water and at the same time very durable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These floats have a slot in the bottom section to put the line through and they come with silicone tubing to hold the line in place on the top and bottom of the float.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns514_d12c70-ec{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns514_d12c70-ec .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns514_d12c70-ec\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn514_478b42-3d.kb-button{width:initial;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-btn514_478b42-3d.kb-button .kb-svg-icon-wrap{display:block;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn514_478b42-3d kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FSheffield-Floats%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Check Price<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:5px;padding-left:10px;}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_414173-08{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_414173-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_414173-08 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"763\" height=\"706\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Eagle-Claw-Float-450x-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Eagle-Claw-Float-450x-min.jpg 763w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Eagle-Claw-Float-450x-min-300x278.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 763px) 100vw, 763px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Eagle Claw Clear Steelhead Floats<\/strong> are constructed of clear plastic making them nearly invisible in the water. The tops are painted with hi-vis paints for excellent visibility above water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eagle Claw Clear Steelhead Floats feature a hole through the bottom stem that allows you to thread your line through for extra secure placement on the line.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns514_b2db7c-0a{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns514_b2db7c-0a .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns514_b2db7c-0a\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn514_f6e9ad-ae.kb-button{width:initial;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-btn514_f6e9ad-ae.kb-button .kb-svg-icon-wrap{display:block;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn514_f6e9ad-ae kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/bassproshops.vzck.net\/c\/2190477\/603808\/9453?prodsku=100083362-4114633&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.basspro.com%2Fshop%2Fen%2Feagle-claw-steelhead-float&amp;intsrc=PUI2_4595\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Check Price<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:5px;padding-left:10px;}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_58c8bc-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_58c8bc-db inner-column-3\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blod-Run-Floats-450x-min-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blod-Run-Floats-450x-min-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blod-Run-Floats-450x-min-1-280x300.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bload Run Floats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Used by many anglers around the great lakes fro steelhead, trout, and salmon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are durable and come in a variety of sizes for all types of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of the three discount floats, these are the more expensive ones, but they also get the best ratings.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns514_38fde0-b1{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns514_38fde0-b1 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns514_38fde0-b1\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn514_699c41-38.kb-button{width:initial;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-btn514_699c41-38.kb-button .kb-svg-icon-wrap{display:block;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn514_699c41-38 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=7d037111-c72f-44d2-98cb-908694f2097b&amp;website_id=23783fdd-60bc-4b4e-92a6-5d22ee684a38&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fishusa.com%2FBlood-Run-Tackle-Balsa-Float%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Check Price<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Your Floats More Effective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you need to get a float that is actually made for river fishing. It should have a proper point and not one that is too long or too short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A float with a pointy top will allow you to see the angle of the float better than a flat or rounded top like the two seen on the left. A pointed top will help you control your speed and your leader angle which is very important for more fish. I discuss this in more detail on my page <a href=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/controlling-your-speed-when-float-fishing\/\">Controlling Your Speed For More Fish When Float Fishing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> It&#8217;s also very important to find the bottom with your bait so you know that your bait is deep enough and in the strike zone. It&#8217;s also important that your bait is not dragging along the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The angle of the float helps you determine if your bait is suspended or dragging the bottom or out in front of the float too far. If that pointed top keeps tilting and pointing down the river, you are likely dragging your bait, so the pointy top makes it easier to read what your float is telling you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I discuss my methods for setting your<strong> <\/strong>float, finding the bottom, and being in the strike zone more often on my page <a href=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/how-deep-to-set-your-float\/\">How To Know How Deep To Set Your Float \u2013 2 Easy Ways<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Floats with larger tops that are more ball-shaped with a point may also be best for anglers who do not have great vision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The smaller top floats can be very hard to see at times and are usually not recommended. However, some anglers like them because they sit lower in the water and are less likely to get pushed around by heavy winds. Personally, I don&#8217;t believe that&#8217;s a common issue, which is why I don&#8217;t ever recommend flat-top floats or low-profile floats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Float Angles For More Fishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having the float angled properly in the water when fishing will greatly increase how many fish you will catch, so it&#8217;s important to know this, and some floats help you do this better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are certain angles that are bad and will mean fewer fish, and certain angles that are good and will help you catch more fish. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/centerpin-fishing-for-beginners\">How To Centerpin Fish<\/a> page for details on how to fish your float properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Weight A Float Properly<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_edad6d-1f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_7d6ec5-81 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Weighting-floats-properly-min.jpg\" alt=\"Weighting floats properly\" class=\"wp-image-1244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Weighting-floats-properly-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Weighting-floats-properly-min-278x300.jpg 278w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A properly weighted float should sink the float to the colored line on the float.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_09c0f1-47 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Your float should be weighted properly or balanced properly in order to get the best results. This means the weight on your leader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I weight my float just enough to sink it to the bottom of the colored section or just below the colored section for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A float that is not weighted enough may fall over and lie flat on the surface, which is not a good thing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Adding enough weight to the leader will also allow you to cast further and get the bait into the strike zone faster, but adding too much weight will sink the float or make it sit too deep to be seen easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing how much weight is not that difficult. To know how much weight is right for the float that you use is as simple as adding a few split shots to your leader and then putting your float into the water to see how much it sinks. Then, keep adding one weight at a time until it&#8217;s up to the colored section. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then remember how many and what size weights you used for that size of the float for next time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I discuss my method for properly weighting your floats on my page <a href=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/floats-and-weights-setup\">Floats and Weights Setup For River Fishing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The above article only describes how to determine how much weight you should have on your line. To see how I set up my leader and configure my weights, go to my <a href=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/steelhead-leaders-float-fishing\/\">Float Fishing Leader Set-up<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Floats or Solid Floats- Which Is Best?<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_a2b6c2-a8 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_6a0c49-88 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50630217401_792f719048_k-min-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50630217401_792f719048_k-min-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50630217401_792f719048_k-min-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/50630217401_792f719048_k-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_03a019-f2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_03a019-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_03a019-f2 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>There are advantages and disadvantages to clear and solid floats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solid floats are great for many situations, and I don&#8217;t believe the fish see them or get spooked by them in faster and deeper waters, so they don&#8217;t affect how many fish you will catch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I use mostly solid floats for almost all river situations over 3 feet deep except when the water is very clear and low, or slow, or when the fish are easily spooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I will only switch to a clear float and change to an appropriate size when the water is so clear that the fish can easily see the float and might be spooked by it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Clear floats like the Drennan float on the right may be harder for some anglers to see, but there are some clear but larger topped ones that can be seen by the angler better, but that also means they may be seen by the fish too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These two floats in the picture are my go-to floats for almost every river that I fish all around the great lakes region. The Raven FM float is perfect for any river of four to twelve feet deep, and the Drennan Loafer float is great when I need stealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GUIDE TIP: If the water is clear enough for the fish to see your float, it&#8217;s probably clear enough for the fish to see your leader and split shots, so make sure you use the right leader size. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Float Caps And How To Attach The Float<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id514_1dfed4-53 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_f8b770-65{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_f8b770-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_f8b770-65 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Float-Caps-min.jpg\" alt=\"Best Float Caps\" class=\"wp-image-1253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Float-Caps-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/troutandsteelhead.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Best-Float-Caps-min-300x268.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Using the right float caps that fit your float is important.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column514_ff4678-16{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column514_ff4678-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column514_ff4678-16 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Float caps are what we use to attach the floats to the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A rubber or plastic float cap that fits well will make it easier for you to slide the float up and down the line but snug enough that it won&#8217;t move unwanted when setting the hook.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to adjust your float to get close to the bottom and into the fish&#8217;s strike zone so once you find that zone, you don&#8217;t want your float moving every time you set the hook, so snug is better than loose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy pre-cut float caps or ones that come in lengths and then you can cut them down to about 3\/8 of an inch. Some float caps come in multiple sizes because some floats are fatter at the top and narrower at the bottom. Make sure the caps that you use are snug fitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put the caps on the line first and then put the caps onto the bottom and top of your float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GUIDE TIP:<\/strong> You need at least two caps on a float, but I use 3 to 4 caps as seen on the floats in the picture because if one breaks, I have a back-up, and I won&#8217;t need to cut the line and then add another float cap and then retie. The 3rd cap also makes the float more secure so it doesn&#8217;t move unwanted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tight Lines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Graham,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I am a float fishing specialist. 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