Abstract: A reusable strike indicator of size and weight that is useful in fly fishing, ice fishing and bait fishing, which can be attached without slippage at any location along a leader or fishing line. The strike indicator comprises two solid and watertight half spheres affixed to a bridge that is hinged in the middle allowing it to be closed and secured by a snap locking mechanism at both ends so that the two half spheres form a sphere. The fishing line is clamped between the two halves of the bridge adjacent to the hinge securing the strike indicator to a fishing line. The snap can be opened and closed repeatedly to move the strike indicator to selected positions along the fishing line or to another fishing line without removing the fly or lure.

Abstract: An article of fishing tackle which exhibits one or more of the physical properties of a heavy metal such as tungsten, tantalum, depleted uranium etc., their carbides, alloys thereof, and/or mixtures thereof. The article of the present invention comprises a quantity of a powdered heavy metal, either alone or in combination with a further powdered metal, of like or disparate physical properties, compressed, as by die forming, at room temperature and without sintering to produce a self-supporting compact. The article may comprise a sinker, a lure or combination thereof.

Abstract: As discussed herein, a fishing tackle coupling system uses various combinations of couplers and crimpable connectors to help secure fishing hooks, lures, and other tetherable tackle objects to a fishing line. The couplers can allow for rapid replacement or exchange of tetherable tackle objects previously coupled to a fishing line.

Abstract: In ice fishing the fishing line passes through top and bottom holes in a container for liquid allow the fishing line to move through the container when pulled. A non-freezing liquid is poured from a supply into the container arranged such that the fishing line can move through the container when pulled with the non-freezing liquid preventing the line from freezing to the container or to the holes therein. The line may have a plug for butting against the bottom one of the holes to temporarily prevent the escape of liquid prior to the container being dropped into the ice fishing hole when the water will prevent the escape of the liquid.

Abstract: A new line attachment which is easily removed and attached to a fishing line. The attachment body features a longitudinal bore and slot through which a bushing and fishing line can be inserted. The bushing also features a longitudinal bore and slot through which a fishing line can be fed. The longitudinal bore and slot in the bushing also enable the bushing to be compressed to fit securely into the body of the attachment body, thereby preventing the attachment body and bushing assembly from becoming unintentionally separated from the fishing line. The preferred embodiment of the invention further comprises a rib on the outside surface of the bushing that prevents rotational movement of the bushing vis-à-vis the attachment body.

Abstract: An apparatus for releasably securing an intermediate location of a baited fishing line to a weighted and fixed underwater line. The apparatus includes an interiorly hollowed and substantially rectangular elongated sleeve having first and second ends. An elongated slide exhibits axially and outwardly tapered side walls axially which are frictionally engageable within associated inner side walls of the sleeve proximate a first selected and open end of the sleeve, the intermediate location of the fishing line being pinchingly engaged between the slide and the sleeve interior. A further selected end of the sleeve engages the fixed underwater line. Upon a fish striking a baited and trailing end of the fishing line, a substantially linear applied force causes said slide to linearly eject outwardly from within said sleeve, releasing the fishing line therefrom.

Abstract: The bottom fish rig 12 has a strong leader 13 with a removable sliding c-weight 25 and a horizontal unilateral three-pronged hook 41 that resists snagging and reduces possible injuries. A horizontal unilateral three-pronged hook 41 differs from the standard treble hook by having all three barbs oriented upwards in a 180-degree plane and the hook 41 is designed to lie flat on the surface. An elongated leader 13 has a hook end 14 and a line end 16. The hook end 14 has a leader hook loop 18 and the leader line end 16 has a leader line loop 20. A first movement stop 22 is crimped to the leader 13 before the leader line loop 20. A second movement stop 24 is crimped to the leader about two-thirds of the length. A sliding c-weight 25 connects to the leader 13 between movement stops.

Abstract: A lightweight holding device for releasably attaching a chemiluminescent light stick to a fishing float is disclosed. The device includes a first side for releasably attaching to the fishing float, and a second side for releasably holding a chemiluminescent light stick. The first side typically includes two pairs of gripping arms, one at the top and one at the bottom, which are able to releasably receive a portion of the fishing float. The second side typically includes two pedestals, one at the top and one at the bottom, each of which are able to releasably receive an end of the light stick. The top pedestal typically defines a ceiling pocket, and the bottom pedestal a floor pocket, for one of the ends of the light stick to fit into. The first and second sides are typically integrally formed and oriented to face away from one another.

Abstract: A removable and interchangeable limited resistance dive-action bait-navigating fishing bobber comprising, a substantially flat floatant body of an inverted tear drop design having a bottom slot containing a top notch for receiving a fishing line and a bottom notch for receiving a weight, a conical shaped weight having front and back ear extensions with a connecting rod that interlocks into the bottom notch of the slot in the floatant body retaining the weight to the floatant body. The top of the ear extensions forms a hole in the top notch of the slot retaining the bobber to the fishing line. The weight is removable from the floatant body when the rod is pulled out of the bottom notch allowing the bobber to be removed from the fishing line and the floatant body and weight to be interchangeable with other weights and bodies.

Abstract: An adjustable fishing bobber including floats slidably disposed on a tubular member. The bobber is connectable to a fishing line for casting into a body of water for use in a variety of water and weather conditions. Each float includes an internal channel through which the tubular member is slidably inserted, and each float is removable for rearrangement to a selected orientation of a plurality of positions on the tubular member. One position includes a larger float in a lower position with a smaller float aligned above for use in windy conditions. A reversed position includes the smaller float in the lower position and the larger float aligned above for use in water having a current. The floats are easily replaced and rearranged by sliding one or more floats off the tubular member and repositioning one or more floats on the tubular member depending on the water and weather conditions.

Abstract: A float device which provides an on-demand change in tacking or planing direction without having to retrieve the float or adjust the float configuration. The float utilizes a float body and at least two longitudinal keel members oppositely disposed on the float body. In a first orientation, the first keel is submerged and the second keel is in the air and the float tacks in the first keel direction. A sharp pull on a tether line connected to the float causes the float body to roll 180 degrees such that second keel is submerged and the first keel is in the air and the float tacks in the second keel direction.

Abstract: A fishing line accessory comprises a body having an internal compartment which can be sealed with a cap. The compartment, when empty allows the fishing line accessory to function as a float. The compartment can be filled with sand to allow the same accessory to function as a sinker. The compartment can be partially filled with sand/water to allow the degree of buoyancy of the accessory to be varied in an almost unlimited manner.

Abstract: This invention relates to an elongated float or bobber placed on a fishing line to indicate when a fish has struck the bait. The novelty resides in features that eliminate the float's resistance normally felt by the fish on the hook. The bobber has a weight of a given size on one end and a tab with a novel slot-hole arrangement on the other end. The line which has a stop thereon is permitted to freely slide along the slot until it reaches the hole, whereupon the stop will be pulled freely through the hole by a fish without exerting any pull on the bobber per se.

Abstract: A fishing line sinker comprising a streamlined, weighted body that is provided with an angularly inclined line bore that is strategically placed in an ideal position proximate either the center or the upper end of the sinker. This unique design permits the sinker to freely glide over solid bottom debris without snagging. More particularly, the novel design permits the fishing line to lift the upper portion of the sinker over obstructions without any frontal contact of the sinker.

Abstract: A fishing line sinker assemblage and the method of using same including a sinker having a streamlined, weighted body that is provided with a longitudinally extending, central bore. A novel fishing line connector and release means which comprises a yieldably deformable relatively light gauge stainless steel wire securement member is telescopically receivable within the central base of the weight body. The securement member includes a uniquely formed, spiral shaped connector loop that enables the connector and release means to be readily interconnected with a fishing line without cutting the line or removing the hook or swivel. Once the fishing line has been connected to the release means, the legs of the release means are fed through the central bore of the weighted body and one or more of the legs is bent outwardly and then cut. Should the weight become snagged, the weight can be expeditiously released from the release means by exerting an upward pressure on the fishing line.

Abstract: A casting device for casting a fly or other lure without the need for fly fishing tackle is provided and comprises an elongated ballasting member that has an outer body and a wire running axially through the outer body. The ballasting member is adapted for the addition of beads positioned on the wire at either end of the outer body. Two swivels are attached to either end of the ballasting member. One swivel is adapted for attachment to a spin or bait casting line and the other swivel is adapted for attachment to a leader.

Abstract: My device will work on all types of freshwater and saltwater fishing. It will inhance and improve the sport of fishing hooking more fish and at the same time featuring a novelty tip-up action. When it's windy, you will be able to cast further because of the ⅜ oz egg sinker opposite slotted tab. Upon landing in the water it remains vertical until the sinker pulls it down and stops at fixed depth because of bobber stop. It will always work this way. You know it's set when in horizontal position when BB on bobber stop slides towards hole then it releases line to fish freely giving them time with no inhibitors or tug from flotation of bobber to take bait more readily. By always having an open bail or release mechanism on reel after casting out in water fish can take bait naturally no drag of a bobber and run with the bait hook and most of the time.

Abstract: A fishing line accessory comprises a body having an internal compartment which can be sealed with a cap. The compartment, when empty, allows the fishing line accessory to function as a float. The compartment can be filled with sand to allow the same accessory to function as a sinker. The compartment can be partially filled with sand/water to allow the degree of buoyancy of the accessory to be varied in an almost unlimited manner.

Abstract: The dynamic snag resistant fishing weight is designed to perform as a static weight and also provide snag resistant performance. Said weight will greatly enhance the capabilities of the tightline fisherperson who wishes to fish in and around stumps and brush laden areas. Said weight is 6 inches long and one quarter inch in diameter weighing approximatley one and one-half ounces. A spin manuever performed by said weight upon impact with obstacles is responsible for the snag resistant performance. Said weight is an all metal construct and completely environmentally safe. The horizontal plane of operation allows for fast steady retrieves from long casts. This weight is used as any ordinary weight is used.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fishing float having a magnetic lock mechanism within the float to allow for the adjustment of a fishing line through the float to adjust the length of the fishing line through the float to select the appropriate depth of the bait or lure below the fishing float without having to reel in the bait and adjust the depth from the shore. The float, once attached, is locking into place by a rocking magnetic lock wedge having an internal-non-magnetic metal ball inside the magnetic lock wedge to motivate the magnetic lock wedge either away from or towards a magnetic lock channel, capturing fishing line placed between the magnetic lock wedge and the magnetic lock channel, the lock wedge and the lock channel being magnetically attracted to each other.

Abstract: A fishing sinker device for maintaining the fishing line and attached fishing lure at the desired water level regardless of the terrain. The inventive device includes a buoyant member having a first end and a second end, a first engaging member attached to the first end of the buoyant member for engaging a fishing line, and a second engaging member attached to the second end of the buoyant member for engaging a weight. The buoyant member is preferably an elongate structure and is constructed of a buoyant material such as a foam rubber material or the like. The first engaging member includes a first slot for receiving the fishing line and the second engaging member includes a second slot for receiving a loop from the weight. The buoyant member maintains the fishing line at the desired height above the surface of the body of water during fishing regardless of the obstacles encountered during usage of the present invention.

Abstract: A two-stage fising bobber including a bobber main body normally buoyable in a body of water with the bobber main body having an opening extending through a vertical float axis of the bobber main body and a slideable rod slidably positioned in the cavity of the bobber main body with the slideable rod normally resiliently maintained in the bobber main body in an up position but downwardly displaceable with respect to the bobber main body in response to a first force on the fishing line which is sufficient to displace the slideable rod with respect to the bobber main body but not sufficient for a viewer to discern the displacement of the bobber main body with respect to the body of water to thereby provide a first-stage visually indication. The bobber main body and the slideable rod both displaceable into the body of water in response to a second force larger than the first force to thereby provide a second-stage visual indication.

Abstract: Embodiments of a fishing planer are disclosed which may be used to troll a lure at a significant depth beneath the boat without the inconvenience of using an inordinate amount of weight. The fishing planer changes configuration to rise if a fish strikes the lure or if the lure becomes snagged and automatically changes back to diving configuration if the fish gets off or the lure is freed from the snag. The fishing planer also may be configured so that it may be trolled to either side of the boat away from the path of the boat.

Abstract: The invention provides a fishing bobber having a strike-indicating radio transmitter for transmitting a radio signal to the fisherman when there is a strike on the line. The bobber includes a bobber body adapted to float on a body of water with a fishing line connected to it during use. The radio transmitter is supported by and preferably housed within the bobber. Operatively connected to the transmitter is a transmitter switch for actuating the transmitter. An operating means is connected to the switch for closing the switch in response to a fish exerting tension on the fishing line to thereby operate the radio transmitter so as to broadcast a radio signal to alert the fisherman when a fish strikes. In one preferred form the bobber includes an auxiliary float that can move up and down relative to the bobber for actuating the switch.

Abstract: The float of the invention is constituted by a hollow ovoid body, completely closed but traversed longitudinally by a spindle, determining an assembly which floats in water and is inserted in an attachable/detachable manner in the fishing line, said spindle having at its extremities means for tying to the stiffening length of the fishing line joined to the end of the rod and to the length of fishing line corresponding to that which forms the line tail.

Abstract: A fishing bobber design of elongate construction, having internal unattached rolling weights, so that the bobber will remain in stable horizontal position or in stable vertical position upon the body of water. The nibble of a fish upon the bait tips the bobber from stable horizontal position to a very noticeable stable vertical position, in which it remains until again placed into the stable horizontal position upon the water.

Abstract: A fishing bobber which has a threaded rod positioned internally of the bobber, and which has a weight at one end. The weight can be adjusted along the threaded rod to alter the disposition of the bobber in the water.