Slip Bobber Rig

[bassnbornboy]

I know this is a bass site but one quick question with bluegill: What type of line do you use to tie a bobber stop knot. I see a lot of people using braid, but does it have to be? Also is the knot supposed to fit inside your guides? Thanks in advance!

[21farms]

i recommend not tying a knot in your line. when you want to change depths, you may be forced to retie. on fluorocarbon, a knot like that will substantially weaken your connection to your hook. instead, use eagle claw bobber stops...they're cheap, easily adjust up or down, and work great.

[Alpha Male]

There are specific slip bobber knots that you buy. they come pre-tied around a tube. then you slide them on your line and remove the tube and cinch the knot. after the knot you use a bead and then the bobber.

 

 

here is a link  http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Lindy-Thill-Premium-Bobber-Stops-40-Pack&i=441836

[bassnbornboy]

Thnak you guys!

[flyfisher]

You can also tie one yourself if needed.  I usually tie a nail knot with a piece of braid and it works just fine when i don't have the bobber stops already mentioned.

[Fish_Whisperer]

I use Alpha Male's suggestion.  The ones I found are bright green on a black tube, also came with small beads which are essential if the slip float has a large hole.  Keeps the slip float from sliding above the knot.  i also use a bead on the bottom to prevent the float from sticking to the hook eye.

 

EDIT: To answer the knot question, if you go with the premade float stops, yes, the knot will pass through micro guides, although you will feel it passing through.  Doesn't seem to affect distance.

[Kevin22]

You can make your own bobber stops. I use 80# braid, but anything 30#+ will work. Tie them on coffee stirrer straws. It will save you a ton of money vs buying them. Lots of videos on youtube. 

 

Absolutely use the strings, they are so much better than the rubber or plastic stops that it isn't even a comparison. 

[ClackerBuzz]

There are specific slip bobber knots that you buy. they come pre-tied around a tube. then you slide them on your line and remove the tube and cinch the knot. after the knot you use a bead and then the bobber.

 

 

here is a link  http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Lindy-Thill-Premium-Bobber-Stops-40-Pack&i=441836

these work much better than bobber stops.  the rubber stoppers do not cast thru the eye's well and dramatically shorten ur casting distance. whereas the cloth ties/braid casts thru eye's very easily

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I believe the nail knot style stopper is what the OP was referring to and yes, they need to made with braid. Mono etc is too stiff and will not tighten down properly. You're not likely making max distance casts with this rig so the rubber stops should work fine too if want try them.

[bassnbornboy]

I believe the nail knot style stopper is what the OP was referring to and yes, they need to made with braid. Mono etc is too stiff and will not tighten down properly. You're not likely making max distance casts with this rig so the rubber stops should work fine too if want try them.

I don't need max distance for bluegill. I need at most 10 yards.

[deadadrift89]

There are specific slip bobber knots that you buy. they come pre-tied around a tube. then you slide them on your line and remove the tube and cinch the knot. after the knot you use a bead and then the bobber.

here is a link http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Lindy-Thill-Premium-Bobber-Stops-40-Pack&i=441836

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[Kevin22]

I believe the nail knot style stopper is what the OP was referring to and yes, they need to made with braid. Mono etc is too stiff and will not tighten down properly. You're not likely making max distance casts with this rig so the rubber stops should work fine too if want try them.

 

 

No, not max distance.. but sometimes I fish 15 feet deep with a slip bobber for bluegills. 

 

If you are one of the guys that just goes down the shore fishing 2' deep then the rubber or plastic will work fine. Otherwise, get the strings! 

[Darren.]

I have used both, have both, tend to use the rubber stops more.

 

Not a huge fan of the rubber, but they're convenient. When i was using the string stops I would (sometimes) put a dab of superglue on them to keep them from unravelling.

 

Now that was probably due to the quality of string I bought. It wasn't great. I've used other string stops that were fantastic. Have been considering using them again for TX and mojo rigs.

[Capt.Bob]

There are specific slip bobber knots that you buy. they come pre-tied around a tube. then you slide them on your line and remove the tube and cinch the knot. after the knot you use a bead and then the bobber.

 

 

here is a link  http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Lindy-Thill-Premium-Bobber-Stops-40-Pack&i=441836

These things are great, stay tied, and 100 will last forever,,,,well at my age forever might not mean much,,,,,but really I have had these for over 5 years and still probably have 1/2 bag left, not worth the time to make your own. I usually use the same one all year on my perch, bluegill crappie rods for live bait, UL rods and 1000 size reels that even if I don't use a bobber I don't know their there!!