Hapuka Rig 16/0 Red Green

The Hapuka Rig 16/0 Red Green is purpose-built for serious deepwater anglers chasing big quarry. Each rig comes armed with two stainless steel circle hooks, a rugged 200lb trace, and heavy-duty crimps, all pre-made and ready to fish straight out of the packet. Add a bait, and you’ve got a proven setup designed to entice, hook, and land deepwater specimens with confidence.

• Size: 16/0
• Colour: Red and Green for eye-catching visibility and attraction
• 2 x stainless circle hooks on each rig for secure, clean hook-ups
• 200lb trace built to handle the fight of big hapuka and other deepwater species
• Heavy-duty crimps ensure durability under saltwater and heavy loads
• Pre-made rig ready to deploy right away
• Attractive flashers designed to draw strikes from deepwater fish
• Ready to fish straight out of the packet— add bait and you’re set

Why this rig stands out for hapuka fishing: the red/green flashers combined with two strong circle hooks increase strike visibility and improve hook exposure in the deep. The 200lb trace gives you confidence when the bite comes from a robust groper or other big species, while the heavy-duty crimps keep the rig intact even under pressure. This isn’t a kit you assemble—it's a trusted, purpose-built tool you can trust to perform when the conditions are right for deepwater action.

Ideal use scenarios

Perfect for deepwater baiting along offshore drops, seamounts, and wrecks where hapuka (also known as groper) frequent. Use with cut bait or live-bait presentations to maximize your chances of a solid take. The pre-made design makes it especially appealing to anglers who want reliable gear that’s ready to deploy on early morning tides or when chasing big game in challenging depths.

Practical tips for best results

1. Pair the Hapuka Rig 16/0 Red Green with a strong mainline and a capable reel for deepwater sessions.
2. Choose bait that matches the local hapuka diet and the depth you’re targeting.
3. Drop the rig to the structure, maintain steady tension, and be prepared for a strong bite when the flashers entice the strike.
4. Rinse and lightly dry after saltwater trips to extend the life of the crimps and hooks.

Designed for anglers who demand reliability in harsh offshore conditions, the Hapuka Rig 16/0 Red Green delivers a proven, ready-to-fish solution that helps you maximize your deepwater harvest. If you’re serious about hapuka and deepwater fishing success, this pre-made rig with eye-catching flashers is a smart addition to your tackle box.