Avon floats

An Avon float is best used in deeper water with a faster, constant current, and especially in situations where you need to carry a substantial amount of weight to control the float’s run through the swim. They are favoured for their buoyancy and ability to handle turbulent water.

Here’s a more detailed explanation:

Deep water and strong currents:
Avon floats are designed with a buoyant body and a heavy wire stem, making them ideal for situations where the water is deeper than four feet and the current is relatively strong and consistent.

Controlling the float’s run:
The weight carried by the Avon float allows anglers to maintain better control over how the bait drifts through the swim, even in faster currents.

Buoyancy and stability:
The large, buoyant body of the Avon float helps it stay afloat and stable, even in more turbulent water conditions.

Targeting specific fish:
Avon floats are particularly useful when targeting fish like barbel and chub in rivers, as they can handle the larger baits and more challenging conditions often associated with these species.
Fishing with larger baits:
The ability to carry more weight makes the Avon float suitable for fishing with larger baits like meat or bread, which are often used when targeting larger fish in rivers.

Upstream wind:
Avon floats can also be effective when fishing into an upstream wind, as their weight and buoyancy help them resist being blown off course.