New Zealand / Wholesale & Distribution
Japanese Kabura & Slider Components for New Zealand Snapper
In New Zealand, the Japanese fishing system known as Tai Rubber is commonly discussed through Kabura, Slider and Snapper Jig terminology. Rock Link inc. is seeking New Zealand trade partners to evaluate Brizm replacement components developed through field testing in Akashi, supported by IPPON Japanese hooks, rings and swivels.
Brizm / Kabura & Slider Components for New Zealand
A modular Kabura and Slider replacement system.
Brizm is developed through repeated field testing in the Akashi Strait, one of Japan's most challenging Tai Rubber fields. Heavy fishing pressure and fast, complex currents provide a demanding basis for refining necktie action, hook systems, assist line and ease of rigging.
For buyers building a Kabura Jig range in NZ or a Slider Jig range for New Zealand snapper, the Brizm range can be structured as a replacement system: silicone neckties, often listed locally as replacement Kabura skirts, together with loose and pre-tied hooks, assist line and DIY silicone sheet. Tungsten head requirements can be discussed as part of range planning, with current catalogue availability confirmed during the enquiry.
Necktie options
Akashi Standard has a reference hanging-necktie length of 85 mm and comes in packs of four. Magnum Slim uses a 0.8 mm-thick sheet, is designed for focused fishing within the first 5 m above the bottom, and comes in packs of three.
Hook & line options
The SENKU loose hook has a published 0.86 mm wire diameter and 10.4 kgf strength, with 15- or 50-piece packs. Brizm Brigage assist line covers published specifications from 35 to 50 lb.
Custom rig building
Current Brizm product data lists the DIY silicone sheet at 300 × 150 mm in 0.6 mm and 0.8 mm thicknesses, supporting replacement or purpose-specific necktie preparation.
IPPON / Hooks, Rings & Swivels
Japanese terminal tackle with published specifications.
Made in Hyogo, Japan. IPPON adds assist-hook patterns, general-purpose hooks, split rings, solid rings, swivels and snaps to a Kabura, Slider or Snapper Jig programme.
For New Zealand buyers seeking Japanese assist hooks, rings and swivels, model-level data makes it possible to compare wire diameter, published test strength, intended use and pack quantity. Selection for large Snapper or possible Kingfish by-catch should still be reviewed against the target, leader, drag and complete rig, then proven locally.
Hook selection
Current product data for the IPPON Deep Hold hook lists 2/0, 4/0 and 5/0 sizes, published strengths of 11.0, 16.5 and 24.7 kgf, wire diameters of 1.26, 1.56 and 1.83 mm, and nine, seven or six hooks per pack.
Solid rings
The Welded Round-Wire Solid Ring range covers sizes #1 to #6, with published test strengths of 120 to 485 lb, wire diameters of 0.8 to 1.4 mm and 12 to 24 rings per pack.
Swivels
The Ball Bearing Swivel range covers sizes #0 to #7, with published test strengths of 60 to 445 lb and four to seven swivels per pack, depending on size.
New Zealand Market Fit / Sample Planning
Plan the range around local depth, current and target.
We do not yet have catch data from New Zealand waters. These are proposed sample priorities for evaluation with distributors, specialist e-commerce operators, retailers and Snapper charter operators.
- Species & applications
- Prioritise Snapper, Kingfish, Gurnard and John Dory. Each sample rig should be reviewed for its intended target, leader, drag setting and fishing method.
- Regional coverage
- Collect separate feedback from the Hauraki Gulf, Northland, Bay of Plenty and Cook Strait so that range decisions reflect regional depth and current rather than a single national assumption.
- Working weights
- For sample-programme planning, use 60, 80 and 100 g as the core brief, add 120 and 150 g, and review regional requirements around 140 or 200 g separately. These are proposed test requirements, not a statement that every weight is in the current catalogue.
- Colour direction
- Use chartreuse, orange, pink, white, glow and orange-black as the first local evaluation matrix. Current product availability is confirmed during the enquiry.
- Hook-strength brief
- For snapper around 10 kg and the possibility of kingfish by-catch, review the hook and assist-line specifications against the complete rig. We will draw no local performance conclusions until sample testing is complete.
Working Together / New Zealand
Start with a focused local evaluation range.
Tell us the regions, sales channels, target applications and expected timing. We can then review a Brizm branded-distribution range, the supporting IPPON terminal tackle and whether an IPPON private-label or OEM route is relevant.
Rather than repeat the full distributor process here, we will use the initial enquiry to agree the catalogue scope, sample priorities and the information needed for a commercial review.
Wholesale & importing
We welcome enquiries from national distributors, specialist retail networks, e-commerce operators and charter businesses.
Private label & OEM
Private-label and OEM discussions apply to IPPON hooks and terminal tackle. Brizm enquiries on this page focus on branded wholesale distribution.
Samples, lead time & territory
Sample availability, commercial terms, production scope, lead time, Incoterms and sales territory are reviewed individually after enquiry.
Discuss a New Zealand Kabura and Slider range.
Share your target regions, channels, rig requirements and timing. We will reply with the relevant catalogue and a practical route for local evaluation.