Betts Foam Float Unweighted Cigar 1.50" 50ct Red

The Betts Foam Float Unweighted Cigar is a hard foam float designed for anglers who want their live bait to move naturally through the water column. At 1.50 inches, this cigar-shaped float sits in the sweet spot for panfish, bass, and other freshwater species—small enough to minimize spooking, large enough to handle typical live bait rigs without constant adjustment. Because it's unweighted, the float lets your bait descend at its own pace and depth, giving you the control to work shallow flats, mid-water suspensions, or even drifts under docks and overhanging cover.

What sets foam floats apart from cork or plastic alternatives is their durability and low maintenance. Unlike cork, which can become waterlogged and heavy over time, or plastic, which can crack under rod tip pressure, hard foam holds up through repeated casting, long days on the water, and the occasional bump against rocks or stumps. The snap-on attachment means quick float swaps—swap out a float in seconds if you need to adjust your presentation or switch depths without retying.

The 50-count red pack gives you enough floats to stock multiple rigs, keep spares in your boat, and share with a fishing buddy. Red is a classic choice for visibility in overcast conditions and dawn/dusk sessions. Whether you're fishing live shiners for bass, minnows for pike, or crickets for panfish, having a reliable, unweighted float lets your bait do the talking.

Key Features

• Unweighted design allows natural bait descent and positioning at your target depth
• Hard foam construction resists waterlogging and handles repeated casting
• Snap-on attachment for quick float changes without retying
• 1.50" size balances visibility with minimal spook factor
• 50-count bulk pack for multiple rigs and backup floats
• High-visibility red color for tracking in variable light

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between weighted and unweighted floats?

Unweighted floats like these let your bait sink naturally at its own speed, giving you precise control over the depth where your bait suspends. Weighted floats are designed to sit lower in the water column and are better for casting distance or working faster current. For live bait fishing in ponds, lakes, and calm sections of streams, unweighted floats give you the most flexibility.

Are these floats good for live bait fishing?

Yes. The Betts unweighted foam float is built for live bait presentations. The foam won't absorb water and become heavy, and the snap-on design makes it easy to adjust your rig without disturbing your bait or changing your setup.

How many floats come in a pack?

This pack contains 50 floats, which is enough to rig multiple setups, keep backups in your tackle box, and replace floats as they wear or get lost.

Will the red color spook fish?

Red is a traditional float color and works well for visibility to the angler, especially in low light or overcast conditions. Fish are more sensitive to the float's position and movement than its color, so a properly presented red float is a solid choice for freshwater fishing.