Advice on Sabiki Rigs - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

DanaPT · 08-10-2020, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by randyspringer

Hi Guys

I have been reading up on sabiki rigs and wanted to try to see if it makes it easier to catch yakkas. I am land based and I do catch the yakkas but it would be great if i dont need spend time baiting them up. However, I am not sure if there is a brand or particular shape of the actual lure/hoot that works better than others?

I have seen the Hayabusha ones which appear to be one of the best but they have some that looks like small shrimps, some with UV, multi colours etc etc. Obviously I dont want to buy every different kind and ideally just the one to at least try out first.

Any tips or recommendations? Thanks!

In our area we use sabiki rigs to catch our versions of live bait. Most guys will buy a 6 hooked sibiki rig cut it down to only 3 hooks. Save the other half for next outing. Tip with small squid or fish bits and catch your bait. Rinse and repeat.

Good luck down under?

chris138 · 08-10-2020, 08:28 AM

I also assumed you are in the southern hemisphere, since you called them Yakkas. I heard that on RokkitKits YT hahaha. Yakkas and slimeys. Is a yakka like a jack mackerel?

I think you get a little longer life out of a higher grade sibiki. But in terms of getting bit pretty much any kind will work well here in socal. Baiting them up with squid or fish skin will definitely increase the bites.

You using the yakkas to catch KINGIES?

SoCalEDC · 08-10-2020, 11:47 AM

had to google yakka, looks like it may be some kind of mackerel and has a large mouth. If they are anything like the macks we have hear the larger hooks are fine (#8, #4 hooks). I like the reflective or green/red skirts and i typically use the heavier line versions i.e. 30# main with 20# branches. I also like to use a jig as opposed to a weight on the bottom so that if there is any larger fish feeding on the bait fish you have the potential to nab one.

I have used the small ones (3-6#test and size 14 hooks) and they work fine for most baits, and are actually better for baits like sardines imo, but if you hook anything bigger it will break you off.

Bring a couple either way so that you can change it out if it gets tangled by the fish or broken.

I second the recommendations from above on tipping with some bait like squid or shrimp.

Good luck.

Oolie · 08-10-2020, 11:53 AM

We fish kingies mainly.

If you must use live bait, sabiki will work well.

Lures are strongly recommended in most cases/situations.

As you are shore based, I would recommend long, heavy, rear-weighted lures.

Harry Hill · 08-10-2020, 05:33 PM

Sabiki's have super sharp hooks that will get you if you aren't careful. Sometimes I put a lead head and swim bait at the bottom in case a bass wants to take a bite.

Salty · 08-10-2020, 07:05 PM

On the kayak, I use the sabiki with 6 hooks and keep it tied off on a small setup with a 6-8oz weight. Haven't done this on the kayak yet, but when I'm doing longer offshore trips for tuna on the boat, I'll chum the water with canned catfood around the mouth of the harbor. Brings the baitfish up close and the mackerel go crazy. Drop the sabiki into it and keep it in the water until all 6 hooks have a fish! It's easier on a boat when there's a second hand to help get the fish off the hooks and into the tank though lol

ProfessorLongArms · 08-11-2020, 07:33 AM

As choice of sabiki goes, I’ve def noticed a big difference when using the ones with any iridescent foil/tinsel that catches the light really well. I always go for the flashiest and shiniest I can find and stock up in bulk. Especially seems to help in the morning if I’m trying to hedge my bets on Spanish.

08-10-2020, 11:47 AM	#3
SoCalEDC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 609	had to google yakka, looks like it may be some kind of mackerel and has a large mouth. If they are anything like the macks we have hear the larger hooks are fine (#8, #4 hooks). I like the reflective or green/red skirts and i typically use the heavier line versions i.e. 30# main with 20# branches. I also like to use a jig as opposed to a weight on the bottom so that if there is any larger fish feeding on the bait fish you have the potential to nab one. I have used the small ones (3-6#test and size 14 hooks) and they work fine for most baits, and are actually better for baits like sardines imo, but if you hook anything bigger it will break you off. Bring a couple either way so that you can change it out if it gets tangled by the fish or broken. I second the recommendations from above on tipping with some bait like squid or shrimp. Good luck. __________________ IG: @blackflag_fishing Youtube: Blackflag Fishing 2014 Ocean Kayak T13 SOLD 2020 Hobie Outback SOLD 2021 Stealth Fisha 500 #StealthTribe

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Harry Hill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Yucaipa, CA Posts: 1,136	Sabiki's have super sharp hooks that will get you if you aren't careful. Sometimes I put a lead head and swim bait at the bottom in case a bass wants to take a bite. __________________ you can't eat it if you release it

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08-10-2020, 08:28 AM	#2
chris138 donkey roper Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pacific Beach Posts: 968	I also assumed you are in the southern hemisphere, since you called them Yakkas. I heard that on RokkitKits YT hahaha. Yakkas and slimeys. Is a yakka like a jack mackerel? I think you get a little longer life out of a higher grade sibiki. But in terms of getting bit pretty much any kind will work well here in socal. Baiting them up with squid or fish skin will definitely increase the bites. You using the yakkas to catch KINGIES?

08-10-2020, 07:05 PM	#6
Salty Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Huntington Beach, CA Posts: 438	On the kayak, I use the sabiki with 6 hooks and keep it tied off on a small setup with a 6-8oz weight. Haven't done this on the kayak yet, but when I'm doing longer offshore trips for tuna on the boat, I'll chum the water with canned catfood around the mouth of the harbor. Brings the baitfish up close and the mackerel go crazy. Drop the sabiki into it and keep it in the water until all 6 hooks have a fish! It's easier on a boat when there's a second hand to help get the fish off the hooks and into the tank though lol

08-11-2020, 07:33 AM	#7
ProfessorLongArms Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 401	As choice of sabiki goes, I’ve def noticed a big difference when using the ones with any iridescent foil/tinsel that catches the light really well. I always go for the flashiest and shiniest I can find and stock up in bulk. Especially seems to help in the morning if I’m trying to hedge my bets on Spanish.