When Every Fish Counts, Tiny Hooks Make the Difference
Micro fishing is all about exploring the hidden world of tiny fish — the species most anglers never even notice. Whether you’re stocking a saltwater aquarium with wild-caught micro species or just want to see what’s swimming under the dock, the Micro Mariner Sabiki Rig is the tool you need.
🔹 Product Features
✔️ 6 pre-tied size #16 micro hooks, ideal for the smallest saltwater fish
✔️ Alternating colored beads to attract curious fish, even in murky water
✔️ Main line: Durable 6lb monofilament; Standoffs: 4lb monofilament for lifelike presentation
✔️ Pre-rigged with swivel and snap — ready to fish straight from the pack
✔️ Neatly packaged on a cardboard line holder for quick, tangle-free deployment
🎣 How to Use a Sabiki Rig for Saltwater Micro Fishing Success
Sabiki rigs have long been used to catch baitfish offshore — but micro anglers have adapted this classic tool for a whole new world: saltwater micro fishing. The Micro Mariner is scaled down to match the tiniest species found around docks, jetties, and tidal creeks. Here’s how to get the most from this rig:
Step 1: Rigging
- Tie the swivel to your mainline — a light spinning rod or telescopic micro rod works best.
- Clip a small split shot or micro weight to the snap at the bottom. This helps the rig sink naturally.
- Bait hook tips with shrimp, worm, or bread for best results.
Step 2: Fishing Techniques
- Drop the rig straight down into the water, letting it settle near structure like pilings, barnacle-covered rocks, or grass edges where tiny fish gather.
- In clear water, hold the rig still and let the beads do the work.
- In stained water, add a gentle twitch to make the beads flash — this can trigger more bites from curious fish.
- Regulation Tip: In some areas, like parts of Florida, regulations limit anglers to three baited hooks per line. If that’s the case, simply cut your sabiki rig into two separate rigs — each with three hooks. This keeps you legal and doubles the life of your rig.
Step 3: Where to Use It
The Micro Mariner Sabiki excels in:
✅ Harbors and marinas where baitfish school up
✅ Tidal pools and rocky edges where micro species hide
✅ Shallow flats where minnows dart between sea grass
🐠 Catch Your Own Saltwater Aquarium Fish
For saltwater aquarium keepers, this rig is a perfect tool to ethically collect your own native micro species, especially if you’re building a regional biotope tank with locally caught species. In addition to common baitfish, you might catch:
✔️ Sheepshead Minnows
✔️ Mummichogs
✔️ Glass Minnows
✔️ Small Gobies and Blennies
✔️ Juvenile Silversides
Tropical Aquarium Fish to Catch (Florida & Hawaii)
✔️ Sergeant Majors – Bright yellow and black striped fish common around jetties and reefs.
✔️ Juvenile Wrasses – Small, colorful fish often found near coral rubble and rocky edges.
✔️ Hawaiian Dascyllus – Tiny, striking fish often found in tide pools and shallow reefs.
Whether you’re filling a bait bucket, stocking a local species aquarium, or just exploring what lives beneath the surface, the Micro Mariner Sabiki Rig is the most reliable tool for the job.
✅ Important Note About Hook Size
This rig includes size #16 hooks — not size #30. (The included packaging insert contains a misprint indicating size #30.)
📦 Add the Micro Mariner to Your Kit Today
Order yours today and discover what’s swimming right under your feet.
