Strategic Angler Mikros Sinking
The “smallest” lure in the Strategic Angler Big Game lineup. The Mikros series lures zig-zag, swim and wobble unlike any custom lure on the market today. The perfect size for both fresh and saltwater fishing, the Mikros series opens the possibilities for the ultimate fishing experience. The Mikros Sinking has a length of 5", with an average weight of 55g (1.25oz), with a horizontal orientation with varying places in the water column depending upon how long you let it sink.The Mikros-S sinks for a more subtle but “in your face” presentation, and can be walked by twitching the rod tip imparting a side to side zig zag action, keeping the lure in the feeding zone where it is most effective. The occasional long jerk will make the lure kick wildly, making the lure swim like a fleeing baitfish. The Mikros lure can be retrieved with various speeds depending on the hook setup. Lighter hooks allow for a slower retrieve while larger, heavier hooks allow for a more spirited retrieve. For heavy tackle and big game fishing, an extra large treble or single hook located on the belly is all you need. This configuration will still allow the lure to swim at its best (note that the sink rate of the Mikros will change depending upon hook configuration). The average sink rate is 1ft/sec (30cm/sec).
***Please note that each Strategic Angler Lure is hand painted, and delivered product may display slight variance from the photo***
| Recommended Hook Configuration | ||
| Hook Presentation | Light Tackle | Heavy Tackle |
| Belly Only (Treble) | N/A | 3/0 - 5/0 |
| Belly Only (Single) | N/A | 8/0 - 12/0 |
| Belly/Rear (Treble,Single) | 1/0-2/0, 5/0-7/0 | 3/0, 6/0 |
| Belly/Rear (Single,Single) | 6/0-9/0, 6/0-9/0 | 5/0-8/0, 5/0-8/0 |
Tomo's Tackle recommends using Shout! 31 trebles and/or Shout! Kudako singles.
| Model | Buoyancy | Length | Weight (avg) |
| Mikros S | Sinking | 5" | 55g |
About Strategic Angler-
Merv Rubiano is the man behind the creation of what we all know and love, Strategic Angler. Beginning with making bucktails on the weekends, Merv has always had a fascination with how to translate the movements of baitfish into a wooden or plastic lure. After a failed bluefin tuna mission on Cape Cod, Merv was left riddled with questions. Were the hooks too big? Was the lure too light? What could he have done differently? It was then that he began his journey towards making his renowned Strategic Angler lures. Merv described the process as frustrating and tedious. Imitating life is a challenge easier said than done. Finally, almost a year and a half after initially setting out on his lure making journey did Merv have a breakthrough. With the help of fellow fishermen and friends, Merv was able to receive valuable feedback. Then one day the prototypes began catching fish! This was the ultimate feedback for Merv and fueled his drive to create even more colors and actions for Strategic Angler. Merv views lure making as an art and welcomes anglers to send him requests for new patterns. If given a decent picture of the baitfish, he can probably paint it. What was once a weekend pastime became a full-time career and obsession. Now, Strategic Anglers are a must for serious anglers looking to flawlessly replicate baitfish.
