Nytro Floating Hooked Needle

Description

Nytro Floating Hooked Needle

The Nytro Floating Hooked Needle is the ultimate tool for finesse baiting. If youve ever struggled to pull a delicate bait band through a soft expander pellet or thread a worm onto a hair rig without it splitting, this is the needle youve been looking for. Featuring a classic hooked or gated end, it is designed to grab your hair loop or bait band securely and pull it back through the bait with zero fuss.

And lets be honestweve all watched a favorite needle roll off the side tray and vanish into the margins. The Floating series from Nytro solves this once and for all. The handle is made from a high-buoyancy material, ensuring that if it ends up in the drink, it stays on top, saving you money and a whole lot of frustration.

Key Features & Benefits

• Specialist Hooked Tip: The 1mm stainless steel needle features a small hook (often called a gated or lip-close style) that is perfect for catching hair loops and pulling them through soft baits.

• High-Buoyancy Handle: Never lose your baiting tool to the lake bed again. This needle stays bobbing on the surface for easy retrieval.

• Ergonomic Flared Grip: Designed to be comfortable even during long sessions, the sturdy handle provides the control needed for delicate live-bait work.

• Stainless Steel Durability: The 1mm needle is rigid enough to handle firm corn or meat but fine enough not to damage soft pellets.

• Eco-Friendly Packaging: Supplied in Nytros Planet-Friendly packaging, using significantly less plastic than traditional tackle.

Technical Specifications

Where to Use the Nytro Floating Hooked Needle

• Soft Expander Pellets: The hooked tip is the best way to pull a latex bait band through a softened expander pellet without the pellet bursting or falling off.

• Live Baiting (Worms): Perfect for threading a bunch of worms or a single large dendrobaena onto a hair rig or directly onto a hook with a bait stop.

• Natural Baits: Use it for pulled luncheon meat or sweetcorn on the hair. The hooked end ensures the loop stays put while you slide the bait into position.

• Standard Hair Rigging: Ideal for pulling mono or braided hair loops through pre-drilled hard baits or soft wafters.

Gerrys Pro Tip

The Hooked needle is my go-to for expander pellets. Because the needle is only 1mm thick, it doesnt leave a gaping hole that lets the pellet wobble. My top tip: when pulling a bait band through a soft pellet, dip the needle in a bit of water or bait glug first. It acts as a lubricant, letting the hook and band slide through the soft center like a hot knife through butter. And remember, if it falls in the water, dont panic! Just reach for your landing net and scoop it right back up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will the hook snag on the bait as I pull it through?

A: No. The hooked tip is designed to be low-profile. As long as you keep tension on the loop or band while pulling back, it glides through soft baits cleanly.

Q: Does it really float with the metal needle attached?

A: Absolutely. The handle is specifically engineered with enough buoyancy to keep the entire tool (including the stainless steel needle) floating on the surface of the water.

Q: Is 1mm too thick for small maggots?

A: For maggots, we generally recommend the Super Fine needle. However, for worms and larger soft baits, this 1mm hooked version is the perfect balance of strength and finesse.

Q: Can I use this for hard boilies?

A: We wouldnt recommend it for very hard, air-dried boilies without drilling them first. This is a 1mm needle designed for soft hook baits. For hard boilies, use the Nytro Floating Bait Drill first!