Sliding float (waggler)

What you need

• main line 0.16-0.22 mm
• 3-8 g waggler float (with an antenna)
• stop (a line knot or silicone stop) + bead
• split shot or olivette leads
• small swivel
• 0.12-0.16 mm hooklength, 20-40 cm
• hook size 10-16

Steps

1. 1

   Tie the stop on the line at the depth you want (it can be moved); add the bead, then the float (clipped to a snap or sliding through its eye).

2. 2

   Place the main lead (80-90 % of the float's rating) 30-50 cm from the hook and 1-2 small shot lower down.

3. 3

   Tie on the swivel, then the hooklength with the hook.

4. 4

   Adjust the depth: the bait should touch the bottom or sit 10-20 cm above it, depending on the fish.

5. 5

   Cast, dip the rod tip under the surface and give the reel 2-3 turns to sink the line (so the wind doesn't catch it).

Tips

• Only 1-2 cm of the float's antenna should show above the water: when it lifts = a Prussian carp/bream bite.
• In wind, put the lead lower and use a heavier float.