FTM Trout Driver Bodentaster

FTM Trout Driver Bodentaster — Lift-and-Present Bottom Indicator for Trout

The FTM Trout Driver Bodentaster replaces a traditional lead weight in bottom rigs, keeping your bait perfectly elevated and your line running freely — ideal for still-water trout fishing, especially in colder months.

Stands Upright, Stays Out of the Mud

Unlike a standard sinker, the Bodentaster sinks slowly and stands vertically on the lakebed once it settles. This upright stance keeps the rig above soft or silty bottoms, preventing the weight from burying itself and ensuring your trout bait is presented at the optimal angle to attract fish.

Bite-Sensitive Free-Running Design

The line runs freely through the Bodentaster's eye, so a taking trout feels no resistance as it moves off with the bait. This low-resistance setup translates directly into more confident bites and better hook-up rates, particularly when fish are finicky in cold-water conditions.

Choose the Right Variant

The FTM Trout Driver Bodentaster is available in several weight options to match different water depths, current conditions, and casting distances at trout lakes and ponds. Select a lighter weight for shallow, calm water or a heavier option when you need to cast further or anchor in a gentle drift.

• Lighter weights — shallow stillwaters, slow sinking, ultra-sensitive lift rigs

• Medium weights — general-purpose trout lake bottom rigs, versatile depth range

• Heavier weights — longer casts, deeper water, slight water movement

Facts

• Bottom indicator replacing a traditional lead weight for trout fishing

• Sinks slowly; does not dig into soft or muddy substrates

• Stands vertically on the lakebed for optimal bait presentation

• Free-running line through the eye — zero resistance on the bite

• Suitable for lift/buoyant trout rigs, especially effective in cold-water seasons

• Designed for trout lakes and trout ponds

• Supplied as: 1 piece per pack