Trying to learn more about Rod and Reel setups - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Mahigeer · 01-16-2017, 03:45 PM

Sibiki rods and how worthless they are...
With all due respect I disagree.
Having used both lengths for many years. Caught many bait and when done simply unattached the top section while leaving the rig inside and transported in a trunk.

1. no flex easily lets mackerel shake off the hook, and has zero sensitivity.
Flex and sensitivity are not needed to catch bait. They hook themselves.

2. no ability to switch them over to another setup once bait is made, like a backup flyline or iron
With attachment of a snap swivel to the main line, one can change rigs if needed in emergency. However, the beauty of the rod is to house the Sabiki rig easily, quickly and safely once done catching bait.

3. virtually impossible to re-thread on the water if sibiki breaks
A heavy test line, piano wire, flatten small split sinker and/or a large paper clip can help in re-threading the new line.

4. internal line routing which is supposed to eliminate tangles, actually tangles the sibiki and it gets stuck inside
There is a limit on how big of a hook to use. Size 6 or 8 are best for bait fishing. There is also a limit on the length, but removing one or two hooks does not affect the functionality of bait rigs.

When it comes to fishing gear there are many choices, because there are many personal preferences by anglers.

My recommendation is due to firsthand experience.

I have no affiliation with Ahi or sellers.

01-16-2017, 03:45 PM	#12
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,910	Sibiki rods and how worthless they are... With all due respect I disagree. Having used both lengths for many years. Caught many bait and when done simply unattached the top section while leaving the rig inside and transported in a trunk. 1. no flex easily lets mackerel shake off the hook, and has zero sensitivity. Flex and sensitivity are not needed to catch bait. They hook themselves. 2. no ability to switch them over to another setup once bait is made, like a backup flyline or iron With attachment of a snap swivel to the main line, one can change rigs if needed in emergency. However, the beauty of the rod is to house the Sabiki rig easily, quickly and safely once done catching bait. 3. virtually impossible to re-thread on the water if sibiki breaks A heavy test line, piano wire, flatten small split sinker and/or a large paper clip can help in re-threading the new line. 4. internal line routing which is supposed to eliminate tangles, actually tangles the sibiki and it gets stuck inside There is a limit on how big of a hook to use. Size 6 or 8 are best for bait fishing. There is also a limit on the length, but removing one or two hooks does not affect the functionality of bait rigs. When it comes to fishing gear there are many choices, because there are many personal preferences by anglers. My recommendation is due to firsthand experience. I have no affiliation with Ahi or sellers.