We have the most comprehensive collection of Premium Steelhead Float Fishing Gear.
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Float fishing is what we do. It is all that we do. We are proud to have built the widest range of float rods available.
RAVEN® leads the industry in design, quality and service.
RAVEN® RPX Float Rods
We are proud to introduce the most advanced float rod on the planet. We combined the most advanced NANO technology resins, REC Recoil™ and Titanium Frame SiC Guides, RAVEN's custom tapers, and top quality components to deliver the world's lightest, most responsive float rod ever.
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- Combining the most advanced NANO technology resins.
- Four REC Recoil™ Titanium tip top and tip section guides.
- SiC High frame guides with Titanium frame
- 11'6" RPX Baitcaster features spiral wrap guides.
- Handle of premium Portuguese cork and custom composite cork rings.
- Convenient hook keeper
- Matching protective cloth bag
- Available with Custom Edition Vented Aluminum Reel seat or Sliding Rings with aluminum butt cap
- Blanks available for custom rod building.
- LIFETIME Extended Coverage and 1 Year Warranty against Manufacturing Defect
RAVEN® HELIX™ Float Rods
RAVEN® HELIX™ rods are the perfect action for lure fishing, bottom bouncing and shallow-water float fishing. RAVEN® HELIX™ Steelhead rods combine outstanding value with great performance. The Helix 9’6” Salmon rod features oversized guides and an exclusive taper to maximize casting range, launching spoons a country mile.
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- Glossy Navy Blue
- Hialoy guides with Black finish
- Premium quality Portuguese cork handle
- Convenient hook keeper
- Matching Blue protective cloth bag
- Graphite reel seat
- 2 Year Extended Coverage and 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturing Defect.
RAVEN® IM6 Float Rods
RAVEN® IM6 float rods have defined tradition float rod action for over a decade. They provide smooth action that cushions light leaders yet have plenty of reserve power when needed. The 11''6" Steelheader is ideal for both bottom bouncing and short to mid range float fishing, with loads of power to handle tough situations. For the serious salmon ‘pinner, the 12’6” IM6 Salmon rod has loads of power to wear down any salmon.
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RAVEN® IM8 Float Rods
RAVEN® IM8 rods deliver crisp, clean action while balancing power and traditional float rod feel. One of the best and most versatile rods on the market. A true all-purpose rod that can handle everything from small streams to large rivers. Combines beautifully with the MATRIX™ Special Edition centerpin.
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- Matte brown blank
- Black PacBay TiCH High frame guides
- Exclusive RAVEN® tip top guide
- Premium Portuguese cork handle
- Convenient hook keeper
- Matching protective cloth bag
- Available with Custom Edition Walnut Reel seat and butt cap or Sliding Rings with Gold finish aluminum butt cap
- Blanks available for custom rod building
- LIFETIME Extended Coverage and 1 Year Warranty against Manufacturing Defect
RAVEN® RV9 Float Rods
The exclusive RV9 multi-modulus graphite produces an ultra-slim, lightweight blank with amazing sensitivity and ultra-responsive crisp action. The RAVEN® RV9 is unbelievably well balanced with loads of backbone. Fully ringed with SiC guides and aluminum components. This rod balances beautifully with the MATRIX™ Fully Ported centerpin float reel.
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- Matte charcoal grey blank
- SiC High frame guides with Titanium finish
- Exclusive RAVEN® SiC tip top guide
- Premium Portuguese cork handle
- Convenient hook keeper
- Matching protective cloth bag
- Sliding Rings with Titanium finish aluminum butt cap.
- Blanks available for custom rod building.
- LIFETIME Extended Coverage and 1 Year Warranty against Manufacturing Defect
Since our first reel design, RAVEN® float reels have been continuously upgraded and refined.
Brilliant design and ergonomic engineering make our reels gorgeous steelheading weapons.
RAVEN® HELIX™ Centerpin Float Reels
The HELIX™ is the ultimate value in centerpin reels. Features a solid backplate and ergonomic ported spool. The stylish design and great performance makes it the best choice for new steelheaders.
- Colour: Silver/Blue, Titanium/Blue, Orange/Blue, Gold/Blue
- New Colours: Silver/Black, Gold/Black
- Diameter: 4 1/2"
- Weight: 8.11 oz
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin shielded bearings
- On/Off ratchet
- Capacity: 250 yards 10lb line and backing
RAVEN® MATRIX™ Fully Ported Limited Edition Float Reels
This reel has a sleek, ergonomic design, with a large 5 1/8" diameter. The MATRIX™ XL offers quicker line retrieve and balances perfectly with long rods - the ultimate complement for the RAVEN® 15' IM8 rod. Features an adjustable "coin slot" tension screw to make on-the-river adjustments a breeze.
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- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Coin slot adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin shielded ball bearings
- Low profile On/Off ratchet
- Fully ported backplate
RAVEN® MATRIX™ Fully Ported Centerpin Float Reels
This reel has a sleek, ergonomic design, with a large 5 1/8" diameter. The RAVEN® MATRIX™ XL offers quicker line retrieve and balances perfectly with long rods - the ultimate complement for the RAVEN® 15' IM8 rod. Features an adjustable "coin slot" tension screw to make on-the-river adjustments a breeze.
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- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Coin slot adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin shielded ball bearings
- Low profile On/Off ratchet
- Fully ported backplate
RAVEN® MATRIX™ Special Edition Float Reels
The MATRIX™ Special Edition offers the same ergonomic design and great value as the Matrix centerpin reel but features a larger diameter and extensive machining on the spool. The lightweight design delivers faster start-up and even better performance. Features an adjustable "coin slot" tension center screw.
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- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Coin slot adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin shielded ball bearings
- On/Off ratchet
RAVEN® MATRIX™ Centerpin Float Reels
The RAVEN® MATRIX™ is unquestionably the best value in centerpin reels. Designed with function in mind, it features a solid spool and backplate that prevent debris from entering the reel, and an ergonomic low-profile reel foot and backplate. Features an adjustable "coin slot" tension screw to make on-the-river adjustments a breeze.
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- Colour: Polished Black, Polished Bronze, Polished Titanium
- Diameter: 4 3/8"
- Weight: 8.2 oz
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Coin slot adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin shielded ball bearings
- On/Off ratchet
- Capacity: 200 yards 8lb line, 50 yards backing
RAVEN® T-4 Centerpin Float Reel
The RAVEN® T-4 reel was designed to be one of the very best centrepins ever produced. Slightly heavier than the T-5, this reel is perfect for longer rods and big water.
The T-series reels are the ultimate balance between strength and design. Starting from the exclusive bearing housing that is precision machined to ABEC 5 standards and features the same thermal expansion as the bearings to ensure the optimal performance from the dead of winter to the heat of the August sun. To ensure maximum dependability, the clicker system is machined directly into the backplate to eliminate extra moving parts. The high precision milling of the spool and backplate offers the massive weight reduction, maximizes structural integrity and ensures optimal ergonomics to make it fit perfectly to hand. And finally, the deep penetrating Hard Anodized finish resists scratching to protect its beauty while offering an amazingly smooth polished edge that allows for more "drag" control and reduced finger burn on screaming runs.
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- Colour: Jet Black
- Finish: Ultra Smooth Scratch Resistant Hard Anodized
- Diameter: 4 3/4"
- Weight: 8.5 oz
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Exclusive High Tolerance Stainless Steel Bearing Housing
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin Shielded High Precision ABEC 5 Bearings
- Low Profile Cam-Action Ratchet Button
- Fully Integrated Clicker System
- Capacity: 325 yards 10lbs Line plus Backing
RAVEN® T-5 Centerpin Float Reel
The extensively ported RAVEN® T-5 reels are designed to be the very best centrepins ever produced. Exceptionally light and amazingly solid, this reel is the ideal match for the RAVEN® RPX and RV9 float rods.
The T-series reels are the ultimate balance between strength and design. Starting from the exclusive bearing housing that is precision machined to ABEC 5 standards and features the same thermal expansion as the bearings to ensure the optimal performance from the dead of winter to the heat of the August sun. To ensure maximum dependability, the clicker system is machined directly into the backplate to eliminate extra moving parts. The high precision milling of the spool and backplate offers the massive weight reduction, maximizes structural integrity and ensures optimal ergonomics to make it fit perfectly to hand. And finally, the deep penetrating Hard Anodized finish resists scratching to protect its beauty while offering an amazingly smooth polished edge that allows for more "drag" control and reduced finger burn on screaming runs.
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- Colour: Dark Titanium
- Finish: Ultra Smooth Scratch Resistant Hard Anodized
- Diameter: 4 3/4"
- Weight: 7.5 oz
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Exclusive High Tolerance Stainless Steel Bearing Housing
- Integral low-profile reel foot
- Adjustable tension screw
- High strength stainless steel spindle
- Twin Shielded High Precision ABEC 5 Bearings
- Low Profile Cam-Action Ratchet Button
- Fully Integrated Clicker System
- Capacity: 325 yards 10lbs Line plus Backing
Premium quality line is essential to deal with explosive steelhead action.
RAVEN® lines and leaders and designed to work together for maximum performance.
RAVEN® Invisible Fluorocarbon Leader Line
RAVEN® leader line is made of 100% fluorocarbon material, making it virtually invisible. This supple line has low memory, excellent breaking strength and very good abrasion resistance. High density RAVEN® INVISIBLE fluorocarbon sinks faster than nylon lines, allowing the bait to run naturally along the bottom.
The 30m (33yd) spool is available in six strengths.
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RAVEN® Main Line
This premium quality monofilament has excellent abrasion resistance and high breaking strength. RAVEN® MAIN LINE's supple formulation and high buoyancy makes it ideal for float fishing.
The 1/8lb spools are available in four colours.
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- High Visibility: Fluorescent Pink and Yellow
- Low Visibility: Light Grey and Moss Green
RAVEN® Pencil Leads
These snag-resistance pencil leads are a great way to present bait near the bottom on fast flowing rivers and streams.
Available in 2-packs in either natural gray or camo green.
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Having the right hook on hand can make the difference between hitting your limit or going home skunked.
RAVEN® offers a complete selection of steelheading hooks for every situation.
RAVEN® Octopus Strong Hooks
Tie on this powerhouse hook when you're after big Salmon and Steelhead. A great hook for horsing fish out of snaggy situations or strong currents. The up-turned eye makes it ideal for snelling or tying on glo-bug yarn.
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- Available in sizes 1-12
- Gunmetal Black finish
- Forged, extra-heavy carbon 80 steel
- 45° up-turned eye
- Short shank
- Wide gape
- 6° reversed offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened beak point
RAVEN® Sedge Hooks
This light wire hook works perfectly for roe bags and single eggs. Sedge hooks have been the standard for Steelheading for years. The sedge hook is the best choice for fishing cold water Steelhead with finesse tactics.
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- Available in sizes 8-16
- Bronze finish
- Forged high-strength carbon 90 steel
- 20° up-turned eye
- Swept shank
- 6° offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened needle point
RAVEN® Shrimp Hooks
This strong, compact hook is great for subtle presentations when using heavier line or the more powerful float rods of today.
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- Available in sizes 8-14
- Bronze finish
- Forged, high-strength carbon 90 steel
- 20° down-turned eye
- Continuous bend
- 6°offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened needle point
RAVEN® Sickle Hooks
The ultimate power hook. The special bend locks in on the hook set and makes it almost impossible to shake free. The perfect hook when targeting big Salmon and monster Steelhead.
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- Available in Size 4 - 12
- Black Nickel finish
- Forged, extra-strong carbon 110 steel
- 45° up-turned eye
- Bent shank
- Special gape
- 6° reversed offset
- Micro-barb
RAVEN® Specialist Hooks
This is the perfect all-purpose hook. It is considered the most dependable Steelhead hook on the market with its great hooking and holding power.
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- Available in Size 1 - 16
- Black Nickel finish
- Forged, extra-strong carbon 110 steel
- 20° up-turned eye
- Straight shank
- Wide gape
- 6° reversed offset
- Micro-barb
- Chemically sharpened beak point
RAVEN® Sedge Supreme Red Hooks
The popular sedge pattern hook in a fish-attracting red finish gives extra flash to roe bags, single eggs and pink plastic worms. The Sedge Supreme really gives you the edge in clear water.
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- Available in sizes 8-16
- Red finish
- Forged, high-strength carbon 90 steel
- 20° up-turned eye
- Swept shank
- 6° offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened needle point
RAVEN® Wide Gape Specimen Hooks
This medium wire hook is ideal for roe bags and trout worms. Its compact shape and superior hooking ability sets it to become the new standard for Steelhead hooks. These have proven to be extremely reliable, very strong and hard holding.
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- Available in sizes 2-14
- Black Nickel finish
- Forged, high-strength carbon 110 steel
- Straight eye
- Short shank
- Wide gape
- 6° reversed offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened beak point
RAVEN® Wide Gape Specimen Red Hooks
A hot new hook pattern in the ever-popular blood red finish, ideal for single egg flies, roe bags and plastic worms.
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- Available in sizes 6-14
- Red finish
- Forged, high-strength carbon 110 steel
- Straight eye
- Short shank
- Wide gape
- 6° offset
- Micro barb
- Chemically sharpened beak point
RAVEN® offers a fully integrated selection of components to complete the perfect float fishing setup. Swivels, tubing, shot and more…
RAVEN® Neoprene Reel Cases
Our custom designed neoprene reel cases fit Raven centerpin reels, both on and off the rod. The new XL reel case is ideal for 5”+ centerpins.
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RAVEN® Silicone Tubing
Our float cap tubing can be cut to the required length and attached to the top and the bottom of virtually any float. Use 3/32" tubing on the tip top and 1/16" on the stem of RAVEN® balsa fixed stem floats. Every RAVEN® fixed stem float is designed to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as water conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
Available in 1/16” and 3/32” diameters. 12” lengths.
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RAVEN® Tip Top Silicone Tubing
Hi-Visibility Fluorescent Orange Silicone Tubing designed to perfectly match all RAVEN® fixed stem float tip tops.
12” length.
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RAVEN® Ultra Micro Swivels
These low-visibility swivels are extremely small and strong, allowing for an ultra subtle presentation. Use a micro swivel to connect the RAVEN® Invisible fluorocarbon leader line to the RAVEN® main line. This creates a stronger connection than tying a line-to-line knot. The low friction barrel swivel helps reduce line twist.
Available in XS, XXS, XXXS and 4XS.
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RAVEN® 3-Way Snap Swivels
The RAVEN® 3-way slinky rig snap swivels allow a quick change of your slinky or pencil lead when bottom-bouncing.
10 per packet.
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RAVEN® Split Shot Dispensers
These convenient refillable dispensers are made of durable plastic and include a selection of the most popular sizes of split shot.
Available in 5-part or 7-part.
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RAVEN® Float Fishing Guide
The complete guide to float fishing rivers and streams. Features lots of step-by-step instructions and easy to follow diagrams. Great for both beginners and experienced anglers!
32 colour pages
Gear selection
Shotting patterns
Rigging
Casting instructions
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RAVEN® Super Soft Shot – Camo Brown
Forged from a super soft lead alloy to ensure a solid hold on the line yet prevent any line damage. Raven Super Soft Shot is the ideal choice for even the most discriminating steelheader. Available in extra low visibility Camo Brown or standard Raw Gray.
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RAVEN® Super Soft Shot – Raw Gray
Forged from a super soft lead alloy to ensure a solid hold on the line yet prevent any line damage. Raven Super Soft Shot is the ideal choice for even the most discriminating steelheader. Available in extra low visibility Camo Brown or standard Raw Gray.
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RAVEN® Super Soft Shot Dispenser – Camo Brown
The perfect dispenser for the full range of Raven Super Soft shot. Fits comfortably in any wading vest or jacket pocket. Available in extra low visibility Camo Brown.
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RAVEN® Super Soft Shot Dispenser – Raw Gray
The perfect dispenser for the full range of Raven Super Soft shot. Fits comfortably in any wading vest or jacket pocket. Available in standard Raw Gray.
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RAVEN® Steelhead Worms
Designed to provide a realistic profile and enticing action, RAVEN Steelhead Worms simply drive steelhead crazy. Available in the top fish catching colours and in two sizes, the 2 1/4” for smaller streams and the 3 1/2” for larger rivers.
Packaged in handy 20-packs to ensure you don’t run out on the river.
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RAVEN® Bait Thread
High quality elasticated bait thread for tying roe bags in a jiffy. Comes with a fantastic dispenser that feeds the thread out the center and features a clip to hold onto the end of the thread once you’re done. Jumbo 325 foot roll.
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RAVEN® Spawn Net
Raven Spawn Net is conveniently pre-cut in 3” X 3” squares and ready for tying. The super soft netting material gently molds around roe to make a perfect spawn bag every time. Raven Spawn Net works great for virtually any soft baits including salmon roe, mussels, corn, shrimp, worms, paste and cheese. Available in 8 popular fish-catching colours.
Packaged in re-closable packs of 100 pieces.
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The RAVEN® float fishing system has the perfect float for every situation. From shallow streams to raging rivers.
RAVEN® SS Balsa Floats – Slow Current and Shallow Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
SS - Slow Current and Shallow Depth
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RAVEN® SM Balsa Floats – Slow Current and Medium Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
SM - Slow Current and Medium Depth
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RAVEN® SX Balsa Floats – Slow Current and Extra Deep Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
SX - Slow Current and Extra Deep Depth
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RAVEN® FS Balsa Floats – Fast Current and Shallow Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
FS - Fast Current and Shallow Depth
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RAVEN® FM Balsa Floats – Fast Current and Medium Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
FM - Fast Current and Medium Depth
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RAVEN® FD Balsa Floats – Fast Current and Deep Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
FD - Fast Current and Deep Depth
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RAVEN® FX Balsa Floats – Fast Current and Extra Deep Depth
The RAVEN® float system was specifically developed for river Steelhead and Salmon fishing. A RAVEN® float is now available for virtually any river condition and depth. Sporting a high-visibility Fluorescent Red tip and a subtle matte black body, these balsa floats feature a high-strength, one-piece fibreglass stem. Every fixed-stem float is designed to take 3/32" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing or Fluorescent Orange RAVEN® Tip Top Tubing on the top and 1/16" RAVEN® Silicone Tubing on the stem, to allow anglers to change float size or model quickly as river conditions vary, without having to cut and re-tie.
The coding on the floats indicates which type of water conditions the floats are ideal for:
FX - Fast Current and Extra Deep Depth
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We carry some of the most productive baits for steelhead including RAVEN® worms, roe bags, beads, flies, spinners, spoons, jigs and more.
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