Lead Masters

The Lead Masters Rail Plate is a rod stabilizer designed for rail fishing — pier fishing, jetty fishing, and boat rail fishing where heavy weights are used and rod twist is a persistent problem. The plate clamps onto most rods and provides a stable platform that prevents the rod from twisting side-to-side under the load of heavy sinkers and jigs, keeping the rod oriented correctly and reducing fatigue during long fishing sessions. Powder coated for corrosion resistance in saltwater environments, with stainless steel screws and wing nuts for secure, rust-free attachment. Available in two sizes: a 3"x3" Smaller Jig Plate for lighter control and a 5"x5" Large Standard Plate for maximum stability with heavier weights.

Key Features

• Prevents Rod Twist — Rail Fishing Stability — The defining function of the Rail Plate; when fishing heavy weights off a pier, jetty, or boat rail, the rod tends to twist side-to-side under load, making it difficult to maintain proper rod position and detect strikes; the Rail Plate clamps to the rod and provides a flat surface that rests against the rail, preventing rotation and keeping the rod stable throughout the retrieve and soak.
• Clamps onto Most Rods — The clamping mechanism attaches to most standard rod blanks without permanent modification; the stainless steel screws and wing nuts allow for quick attachment and removal between fishing sessions or when switching rods.
• Powder Coated — Saltwater Corrosion Resistance — The plate is powder coated for corrosion resistance in saltwater environments; the powder coat finish protects the metal plate from rust and oxidation during extended exposure to salt spray, saltwater, and coastal humidity.
• Stainless Steel Screws & Wing Nuts — All hardware is stainless steel for corrosion resistance; stainless hardware ensures the attachment mechanism remains functional and rust-free after repeated saltwater exposure; wing nuts allow for tool-free tightening and loosening in the field.
• Two Sizes — 3"x3" and 5"x5" — The Smaller Jig Plate (3"x3") provides a compact stabilizing surface for lighter control and smaller rod setups; the Large Standard Plate (5"x5") provides a larger contact surface for maximum stability with heavier weights and larger rod setups; choose based on the weight range being fished and the amount of stabilization needed.

Size Comparison

Best For

• Pier & Jetty Rail Fishing — The primary application; clamp the Rail Plate to the rod and rest it against the pier or jetty rail to prevent rod twist when fishing heavy sinkers and jigs; keeps the rod stable during long soaks and makes strike detection easier when the rod is resting on the rail.
• Rock Cod & Rock Fishing — The Large Standard Plate (5"x5") is well-suited for rock cod and rock fishing applications where heavy weights (4–8 oz and above) are used to reach the bottom in deep water and strong current; the larger plate surface provides the stability needed to prevent rod twist under heavy load.
• Boat Rail Fishing — Effective for boat rail fishing where the rod is rested against the gunwale or rail during a soak; the Rail Plate prevents the rod from rolling off the rail and keeps it oriented correctly for strike detection.

The Lead Masters Urethane Rod Holder is very long lasting and durable.  It's perfect for storing rods on boats, in the garage, or wherever you want to put them.  There is a hole through the base so it can be screwed to just about anything.  

The more the screw is tightened, the more the holder grabs the rod.  This allows you to adjust the tension in case you want it be removed easily or have it be extremely secure.

Lead Masters Hoochie Squid Skirts are 5-inch unrigged squid skirts for saltwater trolling, designed to be customized by the angler for a wide range of species and rig configurations. The soft squid skirt body and tentacle action on the troll make hoochies one of the most versatile and proven trolling lure styles for Tuna, Salmon, Yellowtail, and other pelagic species. Because they are unrigged, you can rig them on your preferred hook, leader, and hardware to match your target species and trolling setup. 5 per pack. Available in 7 colors including a Glow Red option for low-light and deep water applications.

Key Features

• 5" Squid Skirt Profile — Versatile Trolling Action — The 5-inch body length matches the profile of small squid and baitfish that Tuna, Salmon, and other pelagic species key on; the soft skirt tentacles flutter and pulse on the troll, producing a lifelike squid swimming action at a wide range of trolling speeds; effective from slow salmon trolling speeds (2–3 knots) through faster tuna trolling speeds (5–8 knots).
• Unrigged — Fully Customizable — The hoochie skirts are unrigged, allowing the angler to rig them on their preferred hook size, leader material, and hardware; rig on a single hook for salmon, a double hook for tuna, or thread onto a jig head for a weighted presentation; the unrigged format also allows the skirts to be used as trailers on existing lures and jigs.
• 7 Colors Including Glow Red — Pink Blue, Purple/Black, Silver Blue, Yellow/Blue, Yellow/Orange, Green/Black, and Glow Red; the Glow Red option charges under UV light for low-light and deep water trolling applications where a luminescent skirt provides a visibility advantage.
• 5 Per Pack — Five skirts per pack; provides multiple skirts for rigging different hook configurations or replacing skirts that are damaged during fishing.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Tuna — Rig on a double hook setup with a 60–80 lb fluorocarbon leader and troll at 5–8 knots; Silver Blue, Yellow/Blue, and Purple/Black are proven tuna colors; the hoochie skirt can also be rigged behind a cedar plug or hex head for a skirted plug presentation.
• Salmon — Rig on a single hook with a flasher or dodger ahead of the skirt and troll at 2–3 knots; Pink Blue and Green/Black are proven salmon colors; the hoochie skirt is one of the most widely used salmon trolling lure styles on the West Coast.
• Yellowtail & Pelagics — Effective for Yellowtail, Mahi-Mahi, and other pelagic species on the troll; the unrigged format allows the skirt to be customized for the target species and trolling speed.
• Trailer on Jigs & Lures — Thread the hoochie skirt onto a jig head or existing lure as a trailer to add squid skirt action and color to the presentation; effective on iron jigs, hex heads, and swimbait heads as a skirted trailer.

The Lead Masters Halibut Bounce Ball Rig makes drifting for Halibut effortless! A long time secret of commercial fisherman, the Bounce Ball Rig flat out puts fish in the boat!

The Lead Masters Squid Jig Glow is a purpose-built squid catcher for catching live squid for bait from a boat. The barbless spikes on the sides of the jig snag squid on the drop-through retrieve and release them easily into the bait tank — no barbs means no struggling to remove squid from the jig and no damaged bait. The integrated glow sinker body gets the jig down fast without any additional weight, and the glow attracts squid toward the jig in low-light and night conditions when squid are most active near the surface and at depth. Available in two Magnum models: 4 oz (Model 338) and 7.5 oz (Model 638). 1 per pack.

Note: Additional shipping charges may apply for larger sizes.

Key Features

• Barbless Spikes — Easy Squid Release into Bait Tank — The spikes on the sides of the jig are barbless; when squid are snagged on the drop-through retrieve, the barbless spikes allow the squid to slide off easily into the bait tank without struggling to remove them from the jig; barbless spikes also reduce damage to the squid during removal, keeping bait in better condition for fishing; the spike configuration is designed to snag squid efficiently on the upward retrieve through a squid school.
• Integrated Glow Sinker Body — No Additional Weight Needed — The jig body is a weighted glow sinker that provides the mass needed to drop through the water column quickly without any additional sinker or weight; the glow body attracts squid toward the jig in low-light and night conditions; charge the jig under a UV light or flashlight before each drop for maximum glow intensity; the integrated weight eliminates the need for a separate sinker on the rig.
• Drop-Through Technique — Simple & Effective — The technique is straightforward: locate squid below the boat on the fish finder or by observing surface activity, drop the jig through the squid school, and reel back up; the barbless spikes snag squid on the upward retrieve; repeat until the bait tank is full; no special rigging or technique required beyond the basic drop-and-retrieve.
• Two Magnum Models — 4 oz & 7.5 oz — The 4 oz Model 338 Magnum for shallower squid schools and moderate depth conditions; the 7.5 oz Model 638 Magnum for deeper squid schools and conditions where a heavier jig is needed to reach depth quickly; the heavier model also covers more water column on each drop due to its faster sink rate.

How to Use

1. Charge the glow jig under a UV light or flashlight for maximum glow intensity.
2. Locate squid below the boat using a fish finder or by observing surface squid activity.
3. Drop the jig through the squid school to the desired depth.
4. Reel back up steadily — the barbless spikes will snag squid on the upward retrieve.
5. Swing the jig over the bait tank — squid will slide off the barbless spikes easily.
6. Repeat until the bait tank is stocked.

Best For

• White Seabass Bait — Live Squid — Live squid is the premier bait for White Seabass; the Glow Squid Jig is the most efficient way to catch live squid from a boat during squid spawning events; the glow body attracts squid in the low-light conditions when White Seabass are most actively feeding on squid near the surface.
• Night Squid Fishing — Squid are most active at night and are attracted to light; the glow jig body provides a luminescent attractor that draws squid toward the jig in the dark; most effective when used in conjunction with a light source (lantern or underwater light) to concentrate squid below the boat.
• General Live Bait Collection — Live squid is effective bait for a wide range of saltwater species including Yellowtail, Halibut, Calico Bass, and Lingcod; the Glow Squid Jig provides an efficient way to stock the bait tank with live squid for any saltwater fishing application.

The Lead Masters Cedar Plug Size 6 is a 6" offshore trolling plug built with a cedar wood body and integrated lead head — the same construction that has made cedar plugs one of the most proven offshore trolling lures for over a century. The cedar wood body provides natural buoyancy and a unique swimming action that plastic lures cannot replicate; the wood grain and density of cedar produce a subtle, erratic wobble on the troll that triggers strikes from Tuna, Yellowtail, Wahoo, and Mahi-Mahi. The integrated lead head provides the weight for the nose-down trolling angle and the action that makes cedar plugs effective at trolling speeds. Pre-rigged and ready to fish. 3 oz. 1 per pack. Available in 5 colors.

Key Features

• Cedar Wood Body — Proven Trolling Action — Cedar has been the material of choice for offshore trolling plugs for over 100 years; the natural density and grain structure of cedar wood produces a subtle, erratic wobble on the troll that is difficult to replicate with plastic or resin lure bodies; the cedar body absorbs water over time and develops a patina that many anglers believe enhances the lure’s action and scent profile; cedar plugs are most effective when trolled at 5–8 knots where the lead head and cedar body work together to produce the characteristic nose-down, tail-up swimming action.
• Integrated Lead Head — Nose-Down Trolling Angle — The lead head at the nose of the plug provides the weight needed for the correct nose-down trolling angle; the nose-down angle is critical for the cedar plug’s action — it causes the lure to dive and dart erratically on the troll, mimicking a fleeing baitfish; the lead head also provides the casting weight needed when the plug is used for casting to breaking fish.
• Pre-Rigged & Ready to Fish — The cedar plug comes pre-rigged with hook and hardware; no additional rigging required; simply attach to the leader and deploy; the pre-rigged configuration is set up for standard offshore trolling applications.
• 6" Body — Size 6 Profile — The 6" body length is the Size 6 profile, a versatile mid-size cedar plug that matches the profile of mackerel, flying fish, and other common offshore baitfish; effective for a wide range of offshore species from Yellowtail and Bonito to Bluefin Tuna and Wahoo.
• 5 Color Options — Natural Cedar (unfinished cedar wood), Blue White (blue back/white belly baitfish imitation), Dorado (Mahi-Mahi color pattern), Purple Black (dark attractor color for low-light and deep water), and Zucchini (green/yellow baitfish pattern); color selection depends on target species, water clarity, and light conditions.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Bluefin & Yellowfin Tuna — Offshore Trolling — The cedar plug is one of the most proven tuna trolling lures; troll at 5–8 knots in a standard spread with the cedar plug on the short corner or long corner position; Blue White and Natural Cedar are the most effective colors for Bluefin and Yellowfin Tuna in blue water conditions.
• Yellowtail — Effective for Yellowtail on the troll and when casting to breaking fish; the cedar plug’s erratic action triggers reaction strikes from Yellowtail that are actively feeding on baitfish; Zucchini and Blue White are effective Yellowtail colors.
• Wahoo — Wahoo are aggressive strike-and-cut predators that respond well to the cedar plug’s erratic trolling action at higher speeds (7–9 knots); Blue White and Purple Black are effective Wahoo colors in blue water.
• Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) — The Dorado color pattern is specifically designed for Mahi-Mahi presentations around weed lines, floating debris, and offshore structure; troll the Dorado cedar plug along weed lines at 6–8 knots for Mahi-Mahi.

The Lead Masters 5 Hook Squid Catcher daisy chain works great for getting large quantities of squid in a single drop.  This is the most effective way to hook squid for bait and all you have to do is connect a weight to the clasp at the bottom of the rig, drop it down and move it up and down until you feel more weight on your line.  Then simply wind it up and flip it upside down over the bait tank.  

Approximately 4 feet long.

Round Ball Weights are lead ball sinkers for freshwater and saltwater fishing applications where a spherical sinker profile is preferred over flat or elongated sinker shapes. The round ball shape rolls naturally with current and bottom contour rather than digging in or snagging on rocks and structure, making it one of the most snag-resistant sinker shapes for fishing over mixed bottom. Compatible with Carolina rigs, float rigs, live bait rigs, and surf rigs. Available in 1–4 oz with pack count scaled to weight.

Note: If purchased online, Priority Mail shipping must be selected at checkout.

Key Features

• Round Ball Shape — Rolls with Current, Minimal Snag — The spherical profile rolls naturally with current and bottom contour rather than digging in or catching on rocks, structure, and debris the way flat, bank, or pyramid sinkers do; the round ball shape is one of the most snag-resistant sinker profiles for fishing over rocky, mixed, or irregular bottom; the rolling action also imparts a natural, drifting movement to the bait that can trigger strikes from fish that are following the bait along the bottom.
• Versatile Rig Compatibility — Compatible with the most common sinker rig configurations: Carolina rig (ball sinker threaded on the main line above a swivel and leader), float rig (ball sinker below a float to keep bait at depth), live bait rig (ball sinker to keep live bait at the desired depth in current), and surf rig (ball sinker for rolling presentations in the surf zone); the round profile threads easily onto monofilament and fluorocarbon line.
• Freshwater & Saltwater — Effective across both freshwater and saltwater applications; in freshwater, the round ball sinker is a standard Carolina rig component for bass, catfish, and panfish; in saltwater, it is used for live bait rigs, float rigs, and surf presentations for a wide range of inshore species.
• Pack Count Scaled to Weight — Pack count decreases as weight increases, keeping the total lead weight per pack roughly consistent: 1 oz (6-pack), 2 oz (4-pack), 3 oz (3-pack), 4 oz (2-pack).

Size & Pack Count Guide

Best For

• Carolina Rig — Bass & Freshwater — The round ball sinker is a standard Carolina rig component; thread the ball sinker on the main line above a barrel swivel, attach a fluorocarbon leader and soft plastic trailer, and drag along the bottom; the round shape rolls naturally over rocks and structure with fewer snags than bullet or bank sinkers in rocky bottom conditions.
• Float Rig — Live Bait at Depth — Use the ball sinker below a float to keep live bait at the desired depth in current; the round shape minimizes drag and allows the float rig to drift naturally with current without the sinker catching on bottom structure.
• Live Bait Rigs — Saltwater Inshore — The ball sinker keeps live bait (anchovies, sardines, mackerel) at the desired depth in current for inshore saltwater species; the round shape rolls with current rather than anchoring the bait in one spot, allowing the live bait to move naturally in the current.
• Surf Fishing — Heavier weights (3–4 oz) for surf fishing presentations where the ball sinker rolls with the wave action and current in the surf zone; effective for Barred Surfperch, Corbina, and other surf species that respond to a naturally drifting bait presentation.

The Lead Masters Swimbait Head in Yellow is the high-visibility version of the Lead Masters Swimbait Head, featuring a yellow powder coat finish that provides maximum visibility in stained water, turbid conditions, and low-light environments where natural or white head colors lose effectiveness. The yellow head is a proven attractor color for Yellowtail, Calico Bass, and surf species that key on high-contrast, high-visibility presentations. Features Mustad hooks and a durable powder coat finish. Hook size scales with weight across 8 sizes from 1/4 oz to 3 oz. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• Yellow Powder Coat — High-Visibility Attractor Color — Yellow is the highest-visibility color in the swimbait head lineup; the yellow head is most effective in stained and turbid water where natural or white head colors lose visibility, in low-light conditions where a bright head color provides a visible target, and as an attractor color that triggers reaction strikes from Yellowtail, Calico Bass, and other species that key on high-contrast presentations; yellow is also effective in clear water as an attractor color when fish are not responding to natural presentations.
• Mustad Hooks — Trusted Hook Quality — Mustad is one of the most recognized and trusted hook manufacturers in fishing; Mustad hooks provide consistent point sharpness, hook gap geometry, and wire strength for reliable hooksets on swimbait presentations across freshwater and saltwater species.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight across the full range: 2/0 for the 1/4–3/8 oz, 3/0 for the 1/2 oz, 4/0 for the 3/4–1 oz, and 6/0 for the 1.5–3 oz; matching hook size to swimbait size ensures the hook point exits at the correct position in the bait for a reliable hookset.
• Wide Weight Range — 1/4 oz to 3 oz — Eight weight options from 1/4 oz to 3 oz cover a wide range of depth, current, and swimbait size requirements; lighter weights (1/4–3/8 oz) for shallow water and finesse presentations, mid weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for versatile inshore applications, and heavier weights (1–3 oz) for deeper water, stronger current, and larger swimbaits.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack across all sizes.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Stained & Turbid Water — The primary advantage of the yellow head; yellow remains highly visible in off-color water where natural and white head colors lose effectiveness; the high-contrast yellow head provides a visible target for fish in stained water conditions where reduced light penetration limits the effectiveness of natural color presentations.
• Yellowtail — Yellow is a proven Yellowtail trigger color; the yellow head paired with a matching or contrasting swimbait trailer is effective for Yellowtail on jig presentations; use heavier weights (1–3 oz) for getting the bait down to depth where Yellowtail are holding.
• Calico Bass — Attractor Presentations — Yellow is an effective attractor color for Calico Bass around kelp and structure, particularly in low-light conditions and stained water; the high-visibility yellow head triggers reaction strikes from Calico Bass that are not responding to natural color presentations.
• Surf Fishing — Heavier weights (1–3 oz) for surf fishing with large paddle tail swimbaits; the yellow head is highly visible in the turbid, aerated water of the surf zone where natural colors are less effective; effective for Barred Surfperch, Corbina, and other surf species that key on high-visibility presentations.
• Low-Light & Dawn/Dusk — The yellow head provides a high-visibility profile during dawn and dusk when light levels are low and fish are actively feeding; effective as a transition color between the glow head (night) and natural/white head (full daylight) presentations.

The Lead Masters Chain Reaction Daisy Chain is a daisy chain style offshore trolling lure designed by Captain Mark Wisch. The daisy chain configuration strings multiple lures in series to create the visual illusion of a school of baitfish swimming together — one of the most effective triggers for large pelagic species like Tuna, Yellowtail, Wahoo, and Mahi-Mahi that are conditioned to attack concentrated schools of bait rather than individual prey. When a large predator sees the Chain Reaction moving through the water, it sees a school of bait in flight and responds with an aggressive, committed strike. Available in 5 colors for different water conditions and target species.

Key Features

• Daisy Chain Configuration — Bait School Illusion — The daisy chain strings multiple lures in series on a single leader, creating the visual profile of a school of baitfish moving together through the water; large pelagic predators — Tuna, Wahoo, Yellowtail, and Mahi-Mahi — are conditioned to attack concentrated bait schools because the school represents a high-calorie feeding opportunity; the daisy chain triggers the same aggressive, committed strike response that a real bait school would; the Chain Reaction is most effective when trolled at 5–8 knots where the lures swim and flutter in a realistic bait school pattern.
• Designed by Captain Mark Wisch — The Chain Reaction was designed by Captain Mark Wisch, an experienced offshore captain whose design reflects real-world offshore trolling experience; the lure configuration, color options, and action are the result of on-the-water development targeting the pelagic species that respond to daisy chain presentations.
• 5 Color Options — Matched to Water & Light Conditions — Purple Black for low-light, overcast, and squid-imitation presentations; Yellow Blue for blue water offshore and mackerel/flying fish imitation; Yellow Orange for high-visibility attractor presentations in choppy or stained water; Blue Silver for blue water baitfish imitation in clear conditions; Green Black for green water and mackerel imitation in mixed water conditions.
• Offshore Trolling Application — Deploy the Chain Reaction in a standard offshore trolling spread at 5–8 knots; most effective when positioned in the prop wash or on the short rigger where the lures are visible to fish tracking the boat’s wake; the daisy chain can also be used as a teaser without a hook to raise fish to the surface before switching to a rigged bait or single lure.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Bluefin & Yellowfin Tuna — Daisy chains are one of the most proven tuna trolling presentations; the bait school illusion triggers aggressive strikes from Tuna that are conditioned to attack concentrated bait schools; Blue Silver and Yellow Blue are the most effective colors for Tuna in blue water; troll at 5–8 knots in a standard spread with the Chain Reaction on the short corner or in the prop wash.
• Yellowtail — Effective for Yellowtail on the troll when fish are actively feeding on baitfish schools; the daisy chain’s bait school illusion is particularly effective when Yellowtail are keying on mackerel and sardine schools; Green Black and Yellow Blue are effective Yellowtail colors.
• Wahoo — Wahoo are aggressive predators that respond to the daisy chain’s bait school presentation at higher trolling speeds; Yellow Blue and Purple Black are effective Wahoo colors in blue water.
• Mahi-Mahi — Effective for Mahi-Mahi around weed lines, floating debris, and offshore structure where Mahi congregate to ambush baitfish; Yellow Orange and Green Black are effective Mahi-Mahi colors; troll the Chain Reaction along weed lines at 6–8 knots.

The Lead Masters Red Scampi Lead Head is the red head version of the Lead Masters Scampi Lead Head — purpose-built for fishing scampi plastics, swimbaits, and grubs on the bottom for Rockfish, Halibut, and Calico Bass. The red head color is a proven attractor color for bottom species, particularly in deeper water where red wavelengths are absorbed and the head takes on a darker, high-contrast appearance that triggers strikes from Rockfish and other bottom predators. The large bait keeper barb locks scampi plastics and soft baits securely in place through repeated drops and retrieves. Premium CAD tin hooks for corrosion resistance in saltwater environments. Available in 3/8–1.5 oz. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• Red Head Color — Bottom Species Attractor — The red head is a proven attractor color for Rockfish, Calico Bass, and other bottom species; in deeper water (below 20–30 ft), red wavelengths are absorbed by the water column and the red head takes on a darker, high-contrast silhouette appearance that is highly visible to bottom-feeding fish; red is also an effective trigger color in shallow water for Calico Bass and inshore species that key on red-toned baitfish and crustaceans.
• Large Bait Keeper Barb — Scampi & Soft Bait Security — The large barb molded into the head locks scampi plastics, grubs, and soft baits securely in place; prevents the bait from sliding down the hook shank during the drop, retrieve, and on the hookset; also secures live bait and frozen bait (squid, sardines) for bait-tipped presentations.
• Premium CAD Tin Hooks — Corrosion Resistance — CAD tin hooks provide corrosion resistance in saltwater environments; the tin finish protects the hook from rust and oxidation during extended saltwater exposure and maintains hook point sharpness over multiple fishing trips.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — 1/0 hook for the 3/8 and 1/2 oz sizes (lighter inshore presentations), 5/0 hook for the 3/4, 1, and 1.5 oz sizes (deeper water and larger scampi plastics); the hook gap is properly matched to the scampi or soft bait size at each weight.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack across all sizes.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Rockfish — Red Head Advantage — The red head color is particularly effective for Rockfish in deeper water where the red wavelength absorption creates a high-contrast silhouette; rig a scampi plastic or grub and drop to the bottom in rockfish territory; the bait keeper barb keeps the scampi secured through repeated drops.
• Calico Bass — Lighter weights (3/8–1/2 oz) with 1/0 hooks for Calico Bass presentations with scampi plastics and grubs around kelp, rocks, and structure; red is a proven Calico Bass trigger color in both clear and stained water conditions.
• Halibut — Lighter weights (3/8–1/2 oz) for halibut presentations with scampi plastics and grubs on sandy bottom; the slow, bottom-dragging retrieve that is most effective for halibut keeps the bait in the strike zone with the bait keeper barb holding the scampi in place.
• Live Bait & Frozen Bait — The large bait keeper barb secures live bait and frozen bait (squid, sardines) on the hook for bait-tipped jig head presentations targeting bottom species.

The Lead Masters Shark Rig is a pre-built shark fishing rig constructed with stainless steel stranded wire and a Mustad tin hook — the two components that matter most for shark fishing where a standard monofilament or fluorocarbon leader would be severed immediately on contact with a shark’s teeth or rough skin. The stainless steel stranded wire provides bite resistance and abrasion resistance that no leader material other than wire can match in direct shark contact. Available in three configurations: 6/0 and 8/0 hooks on 135 lb wire for smaller shark species and inshore shark fishing, and a 9/0 hook on 250 lb wire for larger shark species and offshore applications where heavier wire is required.

Key Features

• Stainless Steel Stranded Wire — Bite & Abrasion Resistance — The stainless steel stranded wire leader is the critical component of any shark rig; shark teeth and rough skin (dermal denticles) will cut through monofilament, fluorocarbon, and even heavy braid on contact; stainless steel stranded wire is the only leader material that provides reliable bite resistance for direct shark contact; stranded construction provides flexibility for natural bait presentation while maintaining the wire’s structural integrity.
• Mustad Tin Hook — Premium Hook Quality — Mustad is one of the most trusted hook manufacturers in saltwater fishing; the tin finish provides corrosion resistance in saltwater environments; hook size scales with wire strength — 6/0 and 8/0 for the 135 lb wire configurations, 9/0 for the 250 lb wire configuration — ensuring the hook gap and wire strength are properly matched for the target shark size.
• Wire Strength Matched to Hook Size — The 6/0 and 8/0 hooks are paired with 135 lb wire for smaller shark species and inshore applications; the 9/0 hook is paired with 250 lb wire for larger shark species and offshore applications where heavier wire is needed to handle the additional stress of larger fish; choosing the correct wire strength for the target species reduces the risk of wire failure on the hookset and during the fight.
• Three Hook Size Options — 6/0, 8/0, 9/0 — Hook size selection depends on the target shark species and bait size; 6/0 for smaller inshore sharks (Leopard Shark, Smoothhound) with smaller baits, 8/0 for mid-size sharks (Thresher, Mako) with medium baits, 9/0 for larger shark species (Hammerhead, Bull Shark, Tiger Shark) with large whole baits.

Variant Selection Guide

Best For

• Inshore Shark Fishing — The 6/0 and 8/0 / 135 lb wire configurations for inshore shark fishing from the beach, pier, or boat; effective for Leopard Shark, Smoothhound, and smaller inshore shark species that are common targets in California and Pacific coast inshore waters.
• Offshore Shark Fishing — The 9/0 / 250 lb wire configuration for offshore shark fishing targeting larger species; the heavier wire and larger hook are required for Hammerhead, Bull Shark, Tiger Shark, and other large offshore shark species where 135 lb wire would be insufficient.
• Any Application Requiring Wire Leader — The stainless steel stranded wire construction makes this rig effective for any species with teeth or rough skin that would cut through standard leader material; also effective for Barracuda, large Yellowtail, and other toothy saltwater species where a wire leader is preferred.

The Lead Masters Rattlin' Bob Bobber is a fishing float with an internal rattle that produces sound while the bobber sits in the water — the rattle attracts fish to the area and draws attention to the bait suspended below. The rattling action is generated by the natural movement of the water on the float, requiring no additional angler input to produce sound. The high-visibility yellow orange color provides maximum visibility on the water surface for easy strike detection. Effective for trout, panfish, and any species targeted under a float.

Key Features

• Internal Rattle — Sound Attraction — The defining feature of the Rattlin' Bob; the internal rattle produces a clicking or rattling sound as the bobber moves on the water surface; the sound attracts fish from a distance and draws attention to the bait suspended below the float; the rattle is activated by natural water movement, wind chop, and current — no additional angler input required to produce sound.
• High-Visibility Yellow Orange — The yellow orange color provides maximum visibility on the water surface for easy strike detection; high-contrast color is visible in a wide range of light conditions including overcast skies, low-light morning and evening fishing, and on choppy water where a low-visibility float would be difficult to track.
• Standard Float Function — Functions as a standard fishing float for suspending bait at a set depth; the rattle adds an attraction element to a conventional float presentation without changing the fundamental float-and-bait technique.

Best For

• Trout Fishing — The internal rattle and high-visibility color make the Rattlin' Bob effective for trout fishing under a float; the rattle attracts trout to the area and the high-visibility color allows for quick strike detection on fast-moving trout water.
• Panfish & Bluegill — Effective for panfish, bluegill, and crappie fishing with live bait or small soft plastics suspended under the float; the rattle draws panfish to the bait in situations where a standard silent float would not attract fish from a distance.
• Stained Water & Low-Light Conditions — High-visibility yellow orange color for stained water and low-light conditions where standard red/white bobbers lose visibility; the high-contrast color remains visible in conditions where darker or smaller floats are difficult to track on the water surface.

The Lead Masters Cedar Plug Daisy Chain takes everything that makes a single cedar plug deadly on the troll and multiplies it by four. Four cedar plugs running in a line create the unmistakable visual profile of a baitfish school in flight — each plug doing its own thing, wobbling and darting independently, exactly the way a real school of panicked bait behaves when a predator is pushing through it. When Tuna see this rig coming through the water, they don’t see a lure. They see dinner.

The chain is pre-rigged and ready to deploy: swivel, 80 lb line, 3× Size #4 cedar plugs in front, 1× Size #6 cedar plug at the rear, single hook on the trailing #6, and crimped connections throughout. The larger #6 plug trails at the rear of the chain — this is where the strike happens. Tuna attacking a fleeing bait school always target the last fish, and the trailing #6 with the hook is positioned exactly there. The three #4 plugs in front do the work of creating the school illusion and drawing the fish in; the #6 closes the deal.

Rig Specifications

Key Features

• 4-Plug Cedar Bait School — Amplified Cedar Action — A single cedar plug is one of the most proven tuna trolling lures ever made; four cedar plugs running in a line multiply that action into a full bait school presentation; each plug swims and wobbles independently, creating the erratic, multi-directional movement of a real bait school under predator pressure; the combined visual profile of four plugs is far more visible and compelling to Tuna than a single plug at the same trolling speed.
• Trailing #6 Hook Placement — Where the Strike Happens — Tuna and other large pelagics attacking a bait school consistently target the trailing fish — the one that appears to be falling behind the school and is most vulnerable; the single hook on the trailing #6 plug is positioned exactly where the strike will occur; the hookless #4 plugs in front create the school illusion and draw the fish in without the risk of foul-hooking on the teaser plugs.
• 80 lb Pre-Rigged with Crimped Connections — The chain is rigged on 80 lb line — appropriate for the large Tuna and Yellowtail that the Cedar Plug Daisy Chain is designed to target; all connections are crimped rather than knotted, providing maximum connection strength and eliminating the knot as the weakest point in the rig; the swivel at the head end prevents line twist during the troll.
• Natural Cedar Finish — Proven Offshore Color — The natural, unfinished cedar wood finish is the most versatile and proven color for offshore trolling; the natural cedar color and wood grain produce a subtle, realistic baitfish appearance that works in blue water, green water, and mixed conditions without the need for a painted finish.

How to Deploy

• Attach the swivel end to your leader or directly to the main line.
• Deploy in the prop wash or on the short corner of a standard trolling spread at 5–8 knots.
• The chain is most effective when running in the white water of the prop wash where the turbulence enhances each plug’s individual action.
• Can also be used as a hookless teaser by removing the hook from the trailing #6 to raise fish to the surface before switching to a rigged bait.

Best For

• Bluefin & Yellowfin Tuna — Primary Application — The Cedar Plug Daisy Chain is purpose-built for Tuna; troll at 5–8 knots in a standard spread; most effective when fish are actively feeding on baitfish schools near the surface; the four-plug bait school presentation triggers the same aggressive, committed strike response that a real bait school would from Tuna that are in feeding mode.
• Yellowtail — Effective for Yellowtail on the troll when fish are keying on mackerel and sardine schools; the cedar plug action and natural finish are proven Yellowtail triggers at standard trolling speeds.
• Running Between Spots — Deploy the Cedar Plug Daisy Chain while running between fishing spots; the rig is designed to fish effectively at trolling transit speeds and has produced strikes on fish encountered while running, turning what would otherwise be dead time into productive fishing time.

The Lead Masters Got-Cha Wiggle Head is a scrounger-style jig head built around a flexible vibrating shield — a cupped, pliable tab mounted at the head that produces maximum vibration and lifelike swimming action on both fast and slow retrieves. Unlike a standard jig head that relies entirely on the soft plastic trailer for action, the Wiggle Head’s vibrating shield generates its own movement and water disturbance, making it effective even with minimal angler input. Precise weight distribution keeps the bait tracking true and horizontal through the water column. Hook size scales with weight for proper bait matching. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• Flexible Vibrating Shield — Scrounger-Style Action — The defining feature of the Got-Cha Wiggle Head; the thick, pliable shield mounted at the head cups water and vibrates on the retrieve, producing a swimming action and pressure wave that attracts fish from a distance; the flexible shield responds to both fast and slow retrieves, making the bait effective across a wide range of retrieve speeds without losing action.
• Precise Weight Distribution — Horizontal Tracking — The lead body is balanced for a stable, horizontal presentation through the water column; the weight distribution keeps the hook point oriented correctly and the bait tracking true without rolling or listing — critical for a natural baitfish profile that triggers strikes from sight-feeding fish.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight: #4 for the 1/8 oz (smaller baits and finesse presentations), #2/0 for the 1/4 oz (mid-size baits), and #3/0 for the 1/2 oz (larger baits and heavier presentations); matching hook size to bait size ensures proper hook gap geometry and reliable hooksets.
• Fast & Slow Retrieve Versatility — The thick, pliable shield maintains action across a wide range of retrieve speeds; effective on a slow, steady retrieve for finesse presentations and on a faster burn retrieve for covering water and triggering reaction strikes from active fish.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack; provides a backup when fishing structure where snags and losses are common.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Scrounger-Style Fishing — The Got-Cha Wiggle Head is a direct scrounger-style jig head; rig with a paddle tail swimbait, grub, or shad-style soft plastic and retrieve steadily to activate the vibrating shield; the shield’s action combined with the trailer’s tail kick produces a highly effective baitfish imitation that triggers strikes from a wide range of species.
• Surf Fishing — The vibrating shield and horizontal tracking make the Wiggle Head effective in the surf zone where current and wave action can destabilize standard jig heads; the shield’s vibration helps fish locate the bait in turbid surf conditions where visibility is reduced.
• Calico Bass & Inshore Species — Effective for Calico Bass, Rockfish, and inshore species that key on vibrating baitfish presentations; the scrounger-style action mimics the erratic swimming of a wounded or fleeing baitfish that triggers predatory strikes.
• Freshwater Bass & Panfish — The 1/8 oz / #4 hook size is well-suited for finesse freshwater presentations targeting bass, crappie, and panfish with small grubs and paddle tails; the vibrating shield adds action to small soft plastics that would otherwise have minimal movement on a standard round jig head.

The Lead Masters Swimbait Head in Black is a purpose-built jig head for rigging paddle tail swimbaits, shad-style soft plastics, and large swimbait trailers across freshwater and saltwater applications. The black head color provides a low-visibility profile that doesn’t distract from the swimbait trailer — keeping the focus on the bait’s action and color rather than the jig head. Hook size scales with weight across 7 sizes from 1/4 oz to 2 oz, ensuring proper hook gap geometry for the swimbait size at each weight. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• Black Head — Low-Visibility Profile — The black head color provides a low-visibility, neutral profile that doesn’t compete with the swimbait trailer’s color and action; most effective in clear water where fish can inspect the jig head closely, and in situations where a natural, understated head color is preferred over a painted or colored head.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight across the full range: 2/0 for the 1/4 oz, 3/0 for the 3/8 and 1/2 oz, 4/0 for the 3/4 and 1 oz, and 6/0 for the 1.5 and 2 oz; matching hook size to swimbait size ensures the hook point exits at the correct position in the bait for a reliable hookset without the hook being too small or too large for the trailer.
• Wide Weight Range — 1/4 oz to 2 oz — Seven weight options from 1/4 oz to 2 oz cover a wide range of depth, current, and swimbait size requirements; lighter weights (1/4–3/8 oz) for shallow water and finesse swimbait presentations, mid weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for versatile inshore and freshwater applications, and heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water, stronger current, and larger swimbaits.
• Freshwater & Saltwater — Effective across both freshwater and saltwater applications; the full weight range covers freshwater bass swimbait fishing through inshore and surf swimbait presentations for Calico Bass, Halibut, and other saltwater species.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack; provides a backup when fishing structure where snags and losses are common.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Paddle Tail & Shad-Style Swimbaits — The primary application; rig a paddle tail swimbait or shad-style soft plastic on the swimbait head and retrieve steadily to activate the trailer’s tail kick; the black head provides a neutral base that lets the swimbait’s color and action do the work without a distracting painted head color.
• Surf Fishing — Heavier weights (1–2 oz) for surf zone presentations where casting distance and sink rate are critical; the black head is effective in the surf where a low-visibility head color is preferred over bright painted heads in clear surf conditions.
• Calico Bass & Inshore Saltwater — Effective for Calico Bass, Halibut, and inshore species with paddle tail swimbaits in the 3–6" range; mid weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for shallow inshore structure, heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water and stronger current.
• Freshwater Bass Swimbait Fishing — Lighter weights (1/4–3/8 oz) for freshwater bass swimbait fishing with small to mid-size paddle tails; the black head is a proven swimbait head color for clear water bass fishing where a natural, low-visibility head is preferred.

Lead Masters Cedar Plug

Several colors

Quantity 1 per pack

Pre-rigged and ready to fish

1.8 ounces

4" long body including lead head and cedar wood.

The Lead Masters Tube Head is a jig head designed to be inserted inside a hollow tube bait, positioning the hook internally for a weedless, natural presentation where the hook point exits through the body of the tube. This internal hook placement keeps the profile clean and snag-resistant while maintaining a full hookset on the strike. Hook size scales with weight — 2/0 for the 1/2 oz, 3/0 for the 3/4 oz, and 5/0 for the 1 oz and 1.5 oz — ensuring the hook gap is properly matched to the tube bait size at each weight. Available in four weights from 1/2 to 1.5 oz. 5-pack (1/2, 3/4, and 1 oz) or 2-pack (1.5 oz).

Key Features

• Internal Hook Design for Tube Baits — The tube head is inserted inside the hollow body of a tube bait so the jig head sits inside the bait and the hook point exits through the side or bottom of the tube; the internal placement produces a cleaner, more natural baitfish profile than an exposed external jig head and reduces snags when fishing around rocks, wood, and structure.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight to maintain proper hook gap geometry at each size: 2/0 for the 1/2 oz (smaller tube baits), 3/0 for the 3/4 oz (mid-size tubes), and 5/0 for the 1 oz and 1.5 oz (larger tube baits); matching hook size to tube bait size ensures the hook point exits at the correct position for a reliable hookset.
• Four Weight Options — 1/2 to 1.5 oz — Available in 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, 1 oz, and 1.5 oz to cover a wide range of depth and current conditions; lighter weights for shallow water and slow presentations, heavier weights for deeper water, stronger current, and faster sink rates.
• 5-Pack or 2-Pack — The 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, and 1 oz sizes come in a 5-pack for value; the 1.5 oz comes in a 2-pack; provides multiple heads per pack for rigging multiple rods or replacing lost heads when fishing heavy structure.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Tube Bait Fishing — The primary application; insert the tube head inside a hollow tube bait so the jig head sits inside the body and the hook exits through the tube; the internal placement produces a natural, streamlined profile that mimics a squid, shrimp, or baitfish depending on the tube color and size selected.
• Rocky & Structured Bottom — Internal hook placement reduces snags when dragging or hopping tube baits across rocky bottom, riprap, and hard structure where exposed hook jig heads would constantly hang up; the cleaner profile allows the bait to slide through structure more effectively.
• Freshwater Bass & Saltwater Species — Tube heads are effective for freshwater bass fishing (smallmouth and largemouth) with tube baits on rocky points, ledges, and gravel bottom, and for saltwater species including Calico Bass, Rockfish, and inshore species where tube baits are an effective presentation.

The Lead Masters Cedar Plug Size 8 is a classic offshore trolling lure built from cedar wood with a lead head — the combination that produces the erratic, darting swimming action that makes cedar plugs one of the most effective trolling lures for pelagic species. The lead head provides the weight and forward balance that drives the plug’s erratic action on the surface and just below it, while the cedar body absorbs water over time to enhance the action and buoyancy characteristics. Pre-rigged with a single hook, monofilament, and swivel — ready to fish straight out of the package. Effective for Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Albacore, Dorado (Mahi-Mahi), and Wahoo. 8" body, 7 oz.

Key Features

• Erratic Swimming Action — Cedar Plug Design — The cedar plug’s erratic, darting action is produced by the combination of the lead head’s forward weight and the cedar body’s buoyancy; the plug darts side-to-side and breaks the surface erratically on the troll, mimicking a fleeing or injured baitfish; the erratic action is most pronounced at trolling speeds of 6–10 knots, making the cedar plug effective across a wide range of trolling speeds.
• Cedar Wood & Lead Head Construction — The cedar body absorbs water over time, gradually changing the buoyancy and action characteristics as the plug is used; many anglers prefer a seasoned cedar plug that has been fished and waterlogged over a new one for this reason; the lead head provides the forward weight needed to drive the plug’s action and maintain the correct running angle on the troll.
• Pre-Rigged — Ready to Fish — Comes pre-rigged with a single hook, monofilament leader, and swivel; ready to attach to the trolling line and fish straight out of the package without additional rigging; the swivel prevents line twist during the troll.
• 8" Body / 7 oz — The Size 8 designation refers to the 8" body length including the lead head and cedar wood; 7 oz provides the weight needed for casting distance and for maintaining the correct trolling depth and action at offshore trolling speeds; sized for the large pelagic species that cedar plugs are most effective for.
• Target Species — Yellowfin, Bluefin, Albacore, Dorado & Wahoo — Cedar plugs are a proven offshore trolling lure for the full range of pelagic species; most effective when trolled in the prop wash or on the short corner of the spread where the surface disturbance and erratic action are most visible to fish below.

Color Guide

• Natural Cedar — Unfinished natural cedar wood color; the classic cedar plug finish that has been effective for tuna and pelagic species for decades; the natural wood color and grain provide a subtle, realistic baitfish appearance that is most effective in clear water conditions where fish can inspect the lure closely.
• Durado — Blue, green, and gold color scheme mimicking a Dorado (Mahi-Mahi); effective when Dorado are the primary target or when fishing in areas where Dorado are present alongside tuna; the bright Dorado color scheme also functions as an attractor color that is visible at distance in blue water conditions.

Best For

• Offshore Trolling for Tuna — The primary application for the cedar plug; troll at 6–10 knots in the prop wash or on the short corner of the spread for Yellowfin, Bluefin, and Albacore; the erratic surface action and cedar plug profile are proven tuna triggers that have been effective for generations of offshore anglers.
• Dorado & Wahoo — Effective for Dorado and Wahoo when trolled at the upper end of the speed range (8–10+ knots); the Durado color is particularly effective when Dorado are the primary target; Wahoo are most effectively targeted with the cedar plug at higher trolling speeds where the erratic action is most pronounced.
• Blue Water & Offshore Conditions — Cedar plugs are most effective in blue water offshore conditions where pelagic species are actively feeding on the surface or just below it; troll the cedar plug in the prop wash where the surface disturbance and white water enhance the plug’s erratic action and visibility.

The Lead Masters White Scampi Lead Head is the white head version of the Lead Masters Scampi Lead Head — purpose-built for fishing scampi plastics, swimbaits, and grubs on the bottom for Halibut, Calico Bass, and Rockfish. The white head color is the most versatile and natural baitfish-matching color in the scampi head lineup — white mimics the belly color of anchovy, sardine, and other common baitfish and is most effective in clear water where fish can inspect the jig head closely. The large bait keeper barb locks scampi plastics and soft baits securely in place through repeated drops and retrieves. Premium CAD tin hooks for corrosion resistance in saltwater environments. Available in 3/8–3/4 oz. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• White Head Color — Natural Baitfish Match — White is the most versatile scampi head color for clear water inshore fishing; the white head mimics the belly color of anchovy, sardine, and other common baitfish that Halibut, Calico Bass, and White Seabass key on; most effective in clear water conditions where fish can inspect the jig head closely and a natural, understated head color is preferred over a bright attractor color; also effective as a neutral base color that complements any scampi plastic or grub color without competing with the trailer.
• Large Bait Keeper Barb — Scampi & Soft Bait Security — The large barb molded into the head locks scampi plastics, grubs, and soft baits securely in place; prevents the bait from sliding down the hook shank during the drop, retrieve, and on the hookset; also secures live bait and frozen bait (squid, sardines) for bait-tipped presentations.
• Premium CAD Tin Hooks — Corrosion Resistance — CAD tin hooks provide corrosion resistance in saltwater environments; the tin finish protects the hook from rust and oxidation during extended saltwater exposure and maintains hook point sharpness over multiple fishing trips.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — 1/0 hook for the 3/8 and 1/2 oz sizes (lighter inshore presentations with smaller scampi plastics), 5/0 hook for the 3/4 oz size (larger scampi plastics and deeper presentations); the hook gap is properly matched to the scampi or soft bait size at each weight.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack across all sizes.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Halibut — White is one of the most effective halibut jig head colors; the white head mimics the belly of anchovy and sardine that halibut key on in sandy bottom environments; use the 3/8–1/2 oz sizes with a white or natural scampi plastic on a slow, bottom-dragging retrieve; the bait keeper barb keeps the scampi secured during the retrieve.
• Calico Bass — White is a proven Calico Bass color around kelp, rocks, and structure in clear water; the 3/8–1/2 oz sizes with 1/0 hooks for smaller scampi presentations, the 3/4 oz / 5/0 for larger scampi plastics around deeper structure; white head complements natural and white scampi colors for a cohesive baitfish presentation.
• White Seabass — White is the go-to head color for White Seabass presentations with scampi plastics and swimbaits; the white head provides a natural, low-visibility profile that doesn’t spook White Seabass in clear water conditions where they are most commonly targeted.
• Rockfish — Shallow to Mid-Depth — The lighter weight range (3/8–3/4 oz) is suited for shallow to mid-depth rockfish fishing where heavier heads are not needed; white is effective for rockfish in clear water and at shallower depths where the white head retains its color and provides a natural baitfish appearance.