In case you've been living in a cave, may I introduce...

It's called a Thingamabobber. That's right, Thing-a-ma-bob-ber. It's one of those things that we all should have invented a long time ago and none of us did. Well, except the guys at Westwater Products in Utah that is. They have managed to nullify all other indicators (of which there are many) virtually overnight. The Thingamabobber replaces my previous favorite, the Fish Pimp (I know, it's stupid) and I'm greatful for that. They float higher, have far less snag points, cannot come off (unless your line breaks), and are easily adjustable. The only draw back is for those who sell nymphing indicators who now sell a whole lot less. A canister of 6 Fish Pimps used to last me a few months and after lending out a few to buddies and a few breaking, and a few lost, they're gone. But the Thingamabobber, if you can keep 'em in your vest or pack, you can keep 'em forever. I suppose UV degradation is the only thing that could take 'em down over time but gee, what are we talkin' 150 days in the sun or more? I think I could handle that. So your local shop owners may not love em' but I guarantee they use them. Do yourself a solid and go buy a few packs in varying sizes. You will thank us after your first outing.

I've included a video which describes how to use them, for some it may look obvious but if I had a dollar for every time I've had to... nevermind. You can also check out the folks at West Water Products by clicking here if you'd like. They have a few other interesting products including a new addition called the Unibobber which promises to tantalize the imagination of every fly tier out there.