

Right now, let’s talk about the basics: Best Sabiki Hook Size ChartĪs a general rule of thumb, you’ll want to start small, around hook size #6 to #8. Other than baitfish, some people use sabiki rigs to catch larger fish like Snapper, Mulloway, and Flatfish. On top of that, by catching your own baitfish, you’ll know what the local big fishes are eating. If you’re an avid fisher, the cost of live bait adds up quickly. Other than eating, baitfish are also used as, well, bait!Īlways buying live bait is expensive. The type or size sabiki used depends on weather conditions, types of fish in the area, or simply preference.Īnglers who are using sabiki rigs mainly target baitfish. Traditionally, all of the hooks will be either identical or alternating in colors. The defining feature of sabiki rigs is that each hook is decorated either by colored feathers or “fish skin” (luminescent paper). There are usually 6 to 10 small hooks tied onto the sabiki rig, around 6-inches (15 cm) apart on separate dropper lines. Sabiki rigs (also known as flasher rig) is a long rig that ranges from 50- to 60-inches long.
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Once you have a fish on, remember to wind up the line slowly in order to prevent tearing the hook from the fish's mouth, as well as to retrieve more fish. If you still do not get hit, reel in your line, refill the chum cage and try again. Slowly lift up the rod tip, allowing the chum to scatter downward then rapidly lower the rig into the now dispersed chum and into the mouths of the frenzied fish below. Quickly drop the rig into the water to the depth of the school of fish. Remember to use plenty of chum at all times. Tie the SABIKI rig to the line and attach a chum cage to the end.The best chum is frozen krill, but when it is unavailable, try minced squid or possibly pet food. For bottom fish rigs, specifically dressed hooks can be enhanced with various cut bait.Whatever type of fish you chose, Hayabusa offers the most complete selection of SABIKI lures!
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Hayabusa Sabiki Bait Rigs Hage fish skin sabiki bait rig for small baits. S-005AE Hayabusa Sabiki bait rigs are excellent for catching smaller live baits, like anchovies and small sardines
