Pike and Predator Floats

Pike and predator floats cover slider, drifter, stalking, trolling and pencil floats for deadbaits and livebaits, plus loaded pencils and swivel floats. Every listing shows the lowest in-stock price we have found and the shops we track.

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Slider floats run on the line above a stop for float-fished deadbaits. Drifters carry a vane to take a bait across a lake with the wind, and trolling floats are made to be towed behind a moving boat.

Floats are sold by size or buoyancy to suit the bait and the water.

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Slider, Drifter and Trolling Floats

A slider float is stopped on the line at the chosen depth and lets the bait hang below it. Drifter floats have a sail or vane, and stalking floats are short and stubby for close-range work.

Loaded pencils and swivel floats carry their own weight to cast further.

Choosing a Pike Float

Bigger baits and stronger tow need a more buoyant float. Bright tops help at range, and dark bodies are easier to see against light water.

For rods to fish them on, see the best pike rods guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What float do I need for deadbaiting?

A slider or pencil float sized to the bait. It should sit with the tip showing and hold the bait at the depth you want.

What is a drifter float?

A float with a vane that catches the wind and drifts a bait across the water. It covers far more ground than a static bait.

Do I need a stop with a slider float?

Yes. A float stop or stop knot on the line sets the depth, and a bead sits between the stop and the float.

Are pike floats sold singly?

Usually singly, by size. Some brands sell mixed or twin packs; the listing shows the option.