bobber stops

[critterman]

what is the best bobber stop? or how do you get them tight enough so they dont move everytime you get a fish?

[Schloogs]

I like to leave a little extra on each side of the stop so that I can tighten it when it gets loose. However, if you are hole hopping this can turn the stop into a big ice ball as well.

[only ice]

I like them. When you hole hop you dont have to bring the Vex with. You already have your spot marked. But Schloogs is right about ice buildup. I stay in my house when its that cold!!LOL

[sparkydm]

I use the string style. I used to have problems with it sliding when catching fish also. leave some extra on each side so you can tighten it if need be. I think having that extra tag end helps it go through the rod tip easier too.

[ole]

There used to be a kit available where a person could make their own. I bought one and am happy with what they provided for string. I also use these at times as a bobber, if you have skim ice or broben ice pieces in the hole just lay it on some of the ice. When a fish is hitting your bait the string will move. They can be a problem when cold though, have to keep em tight and ice free! Good Luck, ole

[MNmikew]

I have one of these kits to. A guys version of knitting.

[so haaad]

I use two bobber stops instead of one, and it seems to hold a little better.

[L_Cappo]

i have never had a problem with mine.but i have rods set for shallows and rods set for deep.when i set up a new rod i leave it loose till i get to the lake then i will adjust it then tighten it up realy good.

[Craigums]

These are my favorite....

They do not move when you reel a fish in but will curl your line a little bit if you try to slide them a long distance to switch depths....All in all I think they are less hassle then the fabric knot ones

[PerchJerker]

The string bobber stop is the best.

Like others have said, leave enough on the tag ends that you can retighten them periodically. And like so haaad said, use two together for more holding power. I always do this on my kids fishing rods.

Also, consider the line you're using. Thinner lines won't hold stops as well, and slicker lines especially superlines like Fireline won't hold stops as well.

Also, consider the line guides or eyes on your rod. Bobber stops go better through bigger guides, and go better through guides with ceramic or plastic inserts. They don't work very well at all with wire guides.

Finally, watch for your bobber stop when you're reeling in your fish. As you reel the stop towards you rod tip, try to point your rod down in the vertical position (in the direction of the line) so the stop goes through the guide easily ---- if you hold the rod horizontally and the fish has line tension against the guides, your bobber stop will have to slide up and over the guide and it's much more likely to move.

Another thing you might want to consider is using spring bobbers or deadstick rods like the Meatstick from Jason Mitchell. No need for bobbers or bobber stops if you fish like that.

Good luck, I hope this helps.

[Ice4blood]

One trick for the string style is to cut them as short as you want, then use a lighter to melt the ends so they don't frey.

[ole]

Making sure not to melt your line and have to re-rig everthing. LOL ole

[slipperybob]

If you ever run out of bobber stops and it's middle of the night, run to the 24hr walmart or cvs or walgreen and get some rubberbands. rubberbands as emegency substitute.

[Neighbor_guy]

I like to use two of the string stops as well. One to mark bottom, and one for the actual bobber. Leave them long enough to tighten as needed. Most of the time if a stop moves it is the one marking bottom and if it is hot and heavy, you can keep fishing and check later when things slow down.

[brianh]

I use one in the normal way and another, without cutting the string off, and slid to the end of the rod. It sits in the last eye. Works good when the bobber is below the floor.

[sjburnt]

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[Kyle Sandberg]

I like to use the yellow sting stoppers. Like said above you can easily make them tighter if you leave enough line on as well. Another inportant role that causes you bobber stopper to move on your line if when you reeling in a fish or just to check it, pull the tip up when your not realling and as you bring the tip down, allow the line to slid more freeley in the guides so that lets the bobber stopper pass through. Also, the size of the guides on your pole could also make a difference.

[L_Cappo]

all my rods have big eyes on them so the eyes dont freeze up.that way the bobber stop will not move when reeling it up.

[Craigums]

Really nobody like the bobber stops I use? That is whack....they will NEVER slide on you, You dont even need to aim your guides at the bobber stop when fighting a fish or any of that silly non-sense

[NyQuiLlama]

 Originally Posted By: Craigums

Really nobody like the bobber stops I use? That is whack....they will NEVER slide on you, You dont even need to aim your guides at the bobber stop when fighting a fish or any of that silly non-sense

I've never seen them before. Do you have a brand name, or at least a name for the style of stop?

[JigginIsLife]

I also use the kit to tie my own, i like to be able to toss more loops in there i think they stay better, but thats my .02

[sjburnt]

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[sodajerk]

 Originally Posted By: Craigums

Really nobody like the bobber stops I use? That is whack....they will NEVER slide on you, You dont even need to aim your guides at the bobber stop when fighting a fish or any of that silly non-sense

I saw some of that style at Fleet Farm today but didn't buy any. I picked up some of the type that consist of a round bead and an oval shaped bobber stop on a wire loop. They were cheap, so I thought I'd try some and see how they work when the ice melts.

[PerchJerker]

 Originally Posted By: Craigums

Really nobody like the bobber stops I use? That is whack....they will NEVER slide on you, You dont even need to aim your guides at the bobber stop when fighting a fish or any of that silly non-sense

I've used them and they don't slip and they work great ...... until you need to change depth. Then, like you said, they curl your line. Or to put it another way, they stress and weaken your line. And they're kind of a pain to put on it you're setting your bobber 30 feet deep.

[NyQuiLlama]

 Originally Posted By: sodajerk

type that consist of a round bead and an oval shaped bobber stop on a wire loop.

Theses are my favorite kind. The oval shaped stop is made out of rubber. The only thing to watch out for is when you're sliding the stop along the line you can cut the rubber with friction if you're not careful. You don't need the bead with most bobbers.