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Hey guys I have a question for you.
I am going to start float tubing? (Using a float tube to fish) and I was wondering what if any advise I could get..Lets see I live in boise I have an old float tube and outfit w/waders and fins I have never fly fished so I will be using my spinner until I get in the position for flies. It is my first time on a tube and I have no idea what to use or bring or even where to go (I mean I dont think float tubing around these boating areas is wise?) Bank fishing really loses it's quality when some of these yahoo's are out.......Anyway So what in the world do ya use Bobbers? I see a lot of posts on depths and leaders and crankers and one eyed willies but I mean I have no clue what most of it means and I would really like to understand
( for instance what does this even mean FLY GODDESS:"she has fish D nothing. I started thinking however, that 20' leader and a newbie is not a good idea, so I put my specialty flies on her spinning outfit with a break away bobber. I then measured out 20 feet of line and marked it. I slid the indicator up to the 18 or 19' mark, showed her how the indicators work.") I think it sounds great but what???? OH yeah and should we wait for the water to warm and when is that? Sorry guys I am just really clueless in this stage.......Thanks in advance
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These are break away bobbers


you slide both on your line first (peg end first), then attach flies or bait, or lures whatever you choose. Slide both up the line to desired depth. Remove the black peg and make a loop in the line between the peg and the stryo egg. Then put the peg back in with a small loop out the top. REASON FOR THIS INDICATOR? you have 10 to 30' of line out, you are unable to reel the fish in all the way, unless you remove a FIXED bobber, in which you stand a chance at loosing the fish. The break away, when fish hits, that loop in the line will straighten letting it slide. Only trick to these bobbers/indicators is know how hard to push the peg in, but a quick thing to learn.

Fishing is always good however the warmer it gets, Trout will slow down. Right now is perfect temps! Specially in Boise, not that different from S.L. in fact maybe a little warmer.
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Before you do anything, pull the tube out and look it over real good for checking and weak areas. If it's new, it should be ok, but if it's sat around a while, you should make sure it won't fail.
Make a buddy at the local fly shop. Buy some stuff that they recommend, and they'll give you all kinds of info.
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[quote flygoddess]These are break away bobbers
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you slide both on your line first (peg end first), then attach flies or bait, or lures whatever you choose. Slide both up the line to desired depth. Remove the black peg and make a loop in the line between the peg and the stryo egg. Then put the peg back in with a small loop out the top. REASON FOR THIS INDICATOR? you have 10 to 30' of line out, you are unable to reel the fish in all the way, unless you remove a FIXED bobber, in which you stand a chance at loosing the fish. The break away, when fish hits, that loop in the line will straighten letting it slide. Only trick to these bobbers/indicators is know how hard to push the peg in, but a quick thing to learn.

Fishing is always good however the warmer it gets, Trout will slow down. Right now is perfect temps! Specially in Boise, not that different from S.L. in fact maybe a little warmer.[/quote]

Hey thanks a lot I actually found one of those on the river this year been wondering what it was called but apparently its missing the peg...LOL
anyways thanks and it makes sense now
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Really how I got my start in float tubing was when I started fishing for bass. I just moved here to Boise, so I can't really give you a good idea on where to go in the area, but I would recommend finding a decent bass reservoir and giving it a try. I've had a blast during the summer months trying topwater and soft plastics in my tube. Hope this helps.

Brady
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As a matter of fact I bought the outfit at a yard sale a couple of years ago and have been mistaking it for a tent...Go figure, and I got it out the other day and wow what a surprise... any way I might just be better off getting a new setup huh? maybe one of those pontoon deals maybe just a new tube I guess...
Every time I go into those shops they don't seem to be that helpful probably because I have no idea what they are talking about.... but I spend enough on fishing as it is and would like some inside info or some pointers and tips on tackle and stuff so i don't keep buying the things I don't need, to get information that I don't understand [] Oh and Ive been skunked enough times that it is starting to suck more than be fun or exhilarating so any help I don't have to pay for is much appreciated
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Hey Brady thanks ,Do you float where the boats are or how does that work? are there restrictions. I just cant see how float tubes and boats can mix? Thanks again

Jeff
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If you stick by the bank, which is primarily where the bass fishing is done, you'll be alright. Again I'm not sure what Boise has for tubing lakes, but in SE Idaho, there were plenty of lakes that were either float tube only, or were really only used for fishing. I'll check out F&G's website to see what is around the area.

Brady
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Depending on what you want to do, where you want to fish, how much you want to spend, and what mama will let you get away with, there are several things to consider. A float tube is good for small still waters, and for larger ones if you want a work-out at the same time. Pontoons work for small waters, large waters, and streams, but are more expensive. They have the advantage of oars, if you want to get somewhere in a hurry. They are more stable than a float tube, keep you mostly out of the water, and can be powered, so all you have to do is steer. Most pontooners and float tubers use a flyrod and sinking line behind their craft, moving along with the fins, and stripping leech pattern flies toward them. Of course there are other flies and methods. I suggest trying to find a flyfisherman club or a good fly shop that will share information, or someone from a board like this one who's willing to share a day on the water with you. Your profile doesn't tell where you live, but there's gotta be somebody close that you could bribe with gas, food, or beer.
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I have been Float Tubing since i was a kid in this area.. You didnt mention what find of fish you are after so i can't help you much on where to go. Other than that,,, you can go anywhere you want regardless of if there are boats or not, there are no regulations.

HOWEVER, there are regulations on big waters (200 surface acres, or more) you must wear a life jacket (vest), and carry a whistle (or other sound producing device) on your tube to be legal. Here is the info directly from Idaho Parks and Rec...
[url "http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/recreation/boating/faqs.aspx#Float"]http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/...ting/faqs.aspx#Float[/url]

Also, I wanted to warn you about wind,, if it is very windy, you may want to re-think going out in your tube. They can turn into a sailboat and quickly get dragged off in the wrong direction requiring RIGOROUS paddling to get back to where u wanna be,, I usually stay on the bank if its too windy,, not worth it. Also, NEVER go into a river or any kind of moving water w/ you tube,, very dangerous!

All that being said, Glad to hear you are taking it up, its a fantastic way to fish. I have been able to catch fish where boats have had no luck, simply from being quiet and stealthy and not leaving a stream of petroleum in the water everywhere I go. You will love it!

Rob
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There is a BFT Float Tubing board. It has a lot of information and links on it.

[url "http://www.bigfishtackle.com/forum/Float_Tube_Fishing_C66/Float_Tubing_General_F81/"]Link to Tubing board[/url]
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I recently bought a float tube and I love it. I would reccomend that you invest in a quality pair of flippers tho. The ones that came with my tube were very difficult to secure and I almost lost them more than once. However, after I went and bought a decent pair, I now feel confident kicking around wherever I want (on small reserviors).

Good luck.
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