Sky Pickup Nogare

SKY’s Pickup Nogare is a slim floating pencil designed for situations where surface-oriented fish are reluctant to respond to floating minnows or sinking pencils. It is intended for presentations targeting small or slender baitfish such as bachi worms, micro bait, glass eels, halfbeak, mysid shrimp, and juvenile mullet, allowing you to approach fish on calm water without making the lure overly conspicuous.

The 120F measures 120 mm, weighs 6.5 g, and is designed to run at a range of 0–2 cm. Its fixed center of gravity enables a quick start-up, while the body is designed to maintain a horizontal posture on the surface. During the retrieve, it produces a subtle wake and slight side-to-side movement while suppressing unnecessary ripples. The basic technique is a steady retrieve just beneath the surface, and this model is designed to begin its action easily immediately after landing. It comes standard with Gamakatsu RB-MH #12 hooks and #2 split rings.

The 160F retains the basic characteristics of the 120F while extending its length to 160 mm. It is designed to add silhouette appeal for fish that are reluctant to respond to the 120F, while keeping the wake and ripples subdued. Both models are primarily used with a steady retrieve at a constant speed, allowing anglers to choose between them according to bait size and the fish’s response.