Waggler Fishing on still waters

A waggler is any type of float attached only at the bottom-end. Wagglers come in a wide range of shapes and sizes and can be purchased at any decent tackle shop.

Using the Tackle and Bait
With waggler fishing, the dropper shot is the most important shot on the rig, this is the shot that more often than not indicates when you have a bite and determine the positives of the bite. The size of the dropper is dependent on the size of float you are using; for instance a No 13 shot will register on a fine tip float but not a thick tip. For a thick tipped float you may need a No 8 or No 6.

The positioning of the dropper is determined how the fish are feeding on the day. The closer the shot is to the hook the more positive the bite will be but bait presentation suffers as the fish may feel the weight of the shot and drop the bait.

You may have to move the dropper several times during the session to keep in contact with the fish

When is Waggler Fishing appropriate?
The most suitable water is slow and steady water with a gentle wind giving a little surface drift. Although you might cast be able to 20 yards or so, it is best to fish shorter distances, as it is difficult to control at longer distances. The Waggler is often a good choice for angling in lakes.

With thanks to Gary at FloatsGone. (view his full article on using the waggler here: waggler fishing)