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QualyQualy Catfish Pole Floats, 3-Pack, Weighted Balsa, LED Optional
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- Item weight
- 0.23 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 12.56 x 2.91 x 1.06 inches
Quick take
Weighted balsa pole floats in three sizes that deliver big baits and stay visible in daylight.
This 12-inch pole float is made from balsa wood with brass fittings at the top and bottom, and it is weighted to help with longer casts. It is suited to targeting large catfish, with flathead and blue catfish among its intended species, and it can also be used for pike and muskie. This three-pack includes floats in 7, 10 and 12 inch sizes, along with string bobber stops and beads.
Best for
- Catfish fishing with live or cut bait
- Long-distance casting with heavy rigs
- Fishing where high visibility matters
Skip if
- You fish shallow water where floats are not needed
- You prefer slip bobbers to fixed floats
Strengths
- Weighted design casts easily despite big baits and heavy line
- Balsa wood construction is durable and does not crack easily
- Brass rivets and high visibility red-and-silver color stay conspicuous all day
Trade-offs
- Fixed floats cannot adjust depth, limiting adaptability
- Weighted floats are less sensitive than slip bobbers
- Balsa is not as robust as plastic alternatives for rough handling
Fishing fit
- Species
- Catfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Float fishing
Specifications
| Type | pole float |
|---|---|
| Count | 3 floats |
| Material | Balsa wood |
| Sizes | 7 in, 10 in, 12 in |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| A-Sliver&Red Pole Float, B-Red LED Lighted Bobber, C-White Bowling PinThis one | Easy to watch on the surface in glare, chop and low light. |
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| D-Green Pole Float | A low-key float for clear, calm water where fish are wary. |
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