Collection: Centrepin Floats

Raven Premium Balsa FM Floats 2pk
Raven

Raven Premium Balsa FM Floats 2pk

Regular price $7.59
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Raven - Silicone Tubing Clear (30 cm lenths)
Raven

Raven - Silicone Tubing Clear (30 cm lenths)

Regular price $2.69
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Raven Premium Balsa FS Floats 2pk
Raven

Raven Premium Balsa FS Floats 2pk

Regular price $7.59
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Drennan Zeppler Float
Drennan

Drennan Zeppler Float

Regular price $6.99
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Yellow Top Hot Orange Top
Drennan Float Stops
Drennan

Drennan Float Stops

Regular price $3.99
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Drennan Loafer Float 2 Pack
Drennan

Drennan Loafer Float 2 Pack

Regular price From $7.99
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Hot Orange Top Yellow/Orange Top
Raven - Tip Top Silicone Tubing 1'
Raven - Tip Top Silicone Tubing 1'
Raven

Raven - Tip Top Silicone Tubing 1'

Regular price $2.69
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Raven Premium Balsa SS Floats 2pk
Raven

Raven Premium Balsa SS Floats 2pk

Regular price $7.59
Sale price $7.59 Regular price $5.99
Raven Premium Balsa FD Floats 1pk
Raven

Raven Premium Balsa FD Floats 1pk

Regular price $4.79
Sale price $4.79 Regular price $4.49
Drennan - Silicone Tubing
Drennan

Drennan - Silicone Tubing

Regular price From $2.99
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Assorted Colours Black
Blackbird - Phantom Clear Float
Blackbird

Blackbird - Phantom Clear Float

Regular price $5.99
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Red Chartreuse
Raven Premium Balsa SX Slip Floats 2pk
Raven

Raven Premium Balsa SX Slip Floats 2pk

Regular price $7.59
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Explore the Centrepin Floats collection at Drift Outfitters—featuring top brands Raven, Drift Outfitters, Custom Balsa, and more. 

The Floats collection includes premium balsa and foam floats designed for steelhead, salmon, and trout fishing. Whether you're browsing the Floats collection to balance your float rig or upgrade your drift setup, you'll find expertly crafted floats offering visibility, buoyancy, and performance. Shop online or visit in-store in Toronto for expert fishing tips and float gear.

Centrepin Floats FAQ

Q: What are Centerpin floats used for?
A: Centerpin floats are designed to suspend your bait or fly at the desired depth and allow for a natural, drag-free drift. They help detect subtle strikes and maintain perfect presentation in rivers — a key to success when fishing for steelhead, trout, and salmon.

Q: What makes Centerpin floats different from regular floats or bobbers?
A: Centerpin floats are longer and slimmer, built for maximum stability and sensitivity in moving water. Their shape allows for smooth tracking and precise control, unlike round or bulky bobbers meant for stillwater fishing.

Q: What are the main types of Centerpin floats?
A: The most common designs include fixed top-and-bottom floats, slip floats, and balsa or foam-bodied floats. Each type offers a different balance of sensitivity, buoyancy, and visibility depending on current speed and water depth.

Q: How do I choose the right size of float?
A: Match your float’s buoyancy to your shot pattern and water conditions.
Small floats (4–6 g) for slow or shallow water.
Medium floats (6–10 g) for average flow and depth.
Large floats (10–15 g or more) for deep or fast rivers.
The right float should ride upright and stable without sinking under the weight of your shot.

Q: What are the most popular float materials?
A: Balsa wood is favored for its sensitivity and balance, while foam is extremely durable and ideal for rough conditions. Premium floats often feature carbon or brass stems for better stability and casting control.

Q: How do I rig a Centerpin float?
A: Attach the float to your mainline using silicone tubing or float caps (for fixed floats) or a float stop (for slip floats). Add your shot pattern below, connect your leader, and finish with your hook or fly.

Q: Can I use slip floats with a Centerpin reel?
A: Yes. Slip floats are great for deep water or long drifts because they slide freely on your line and make casting easier. Fixed floats, however, offer more precise control in shallow or medium-depth runs.

Q: What float colors are best?
A: High-visibility tops in orange, chartreuse, or yellow make it easy to track your drift from a distance, while black or dark bases reduce glare and contrast against reflective water.

Q: Which brands make quality Centerpin floats?
A: Drift Outfitters carries top float brands like Raven, Drennan, Blackbird, Redwing Tackle, and Shimano, trusted by steelheaders for their precision, durability, and performance.

Q: Why buy Centerpin floats from Drift Outfitters?
A: Because the right float makes all the difference. Our team fishes Ontario rivers regularly and can help you match float size, shape, and style to your home water for perfect drifts and more hookups.

Shop online or visit Drift Outfitters in-store for expert advice and fast shipping anywhere in Canada.