Can you spot a CorQ Strike Indicator from an under water view?
Neither can the fish...we have developed a variety of two-tone flyfishing strike indicators that are hard to see from below the waterline, but easy to see from above it!
Here's what sets CorQs apart...
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Casts Easy
Each dimple on the surface of our cork strike indicator provides additional lift and reduces atmospheric friction (ie Golf Balls), allowing you to cast farther with greater accuracy.
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Reacts Fast
The porous surface texture of our strike indicator displaces water quickly with less effort, allowing you to pick-up soft strikes that would otherwise go undetected. It's the edge you have been looking for...
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Stays in Place
Our plastic competitor, also known as Thingamabobber, has a tendency to slide down your line -- that won't happen with our products. Rest assured, you will be fishing at the depth you set.
CorQs FlyFishing Strike Indicator Review
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Originals
A multi-function strike indicator made of premium cork.
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Tacticals
A tactical-style indicator made specifically for high-sticking.
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Thindicators
Light and thin strike indicators for fishing in the film.
THE STRIKE INDICATOR CHART
| Type | Pros | Cons | Water |
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| CorQs (aka Corks) | Eco-friendly. Floats high with a lot of weight. Easy to see. Simple to adjust. Natural texture doesn't spook fish. Several varieties. | If you can find one, let us know - we believe we have designed an all-natural strike indicator that suits any situation. | All conditions; deep or shallow, fast to slow, clear to off-color. |
| Air-Lock Foam | Durable; easy to see; simple to adjust. | Not environmentally friendly. Can be hard to cast accurately and quietly due to their plastic screw-on hinge and their weight. | Deep, fast waters. |
| Palsa Foam | Small size rarely spooks fish and can be presented quietly. Easy to use. | Not environmentally friendly. Does not ride as high in the water column as foam or cork. Fish can become familiar with indicator and be spooked when drifting overhead. | Small streams. Less current. |
| NZ Yarn | Detects light strikes. Larger footprint on water to see, but lands soft. | Expensive. Affected by wind more than most indicators, making it hard to present small flies accurately; with larger flies or very fast currents, indicators can become pulled below the water's surface making it hard to follow. | Small or big; less current. |
| Putty | Molded to any point on the leader section and in any size. Comes in very bright colors making it easy to see. | Expensive; does not hold to the leader well so long casts or rough conditions are not recommended. | Small stream; less current. |
| RIO Foam-line | Quiet presentation for spooked fish. Does not affect presentation or casting. | Can be hard to find in stores; indicator doesn't always stay above water so in fast water or low light conditions, can be hard to follow and you may miss strikes. | Small stream; less current. |
| Dry Fly | Easy to use; not constrained in the type of dry fly used; fish two columns of water; good for easily spooked fish. | Some times fish will hit dry fly unexpectedly instead of nymph because it's bigger; casting two flies in tandem can lead to many tangles and knots forming in the leader section. | Shallow streams; less than 5ft. Less current. |
| Plastic Thingamaobber | Durable. Easy to see. Float higher than yarn. | Not environmentally friendly. Plastic material can spook fish in clear, shallow water. | Fast, choppy water. High water conditions. |
Where else can you find them...
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Orvis
The quintessential flyfishing retailer. Yup, they've got'm!
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Bass Pro & Cabelas
Many Bass Pro and Cabelas retailers carry them.
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Local Fly Shops
Support your local fly shop by doing a quick search.
