Saltwater Hard Baits

The Halco Roosta Popper is perfect for targeting game fish that are aggressively  attacking bait fish near or on the surface.  The hardware on these poppers is of the highest quality and will stand up to big fish like tuna, GT's, dorado, and peacock bass. They are best used with a heavy spinning rod and reel due to the higher inches of line retrieved per crank.  We prefer to have braided line with a short 3' top shot of monofilament or fluorocarbon.

The Halco Roosta 195 Haymaker is designed for catching some of the toughest fish that swim, from Giant Trevally to Dogtooth Tuna. It is built with extra heavy duty, custom made 7xx fish rings and is equipped with Mustad 5 extra strong 5/0 trebles. While designed with a blooping style retrieve in mind, the Roosta Haymaker can be simply wound in at speed or trolled for excellent results.The recommended method of retrieval for best results is to point the rod tip at the lure, retrieve any slack line and firmly sweep the rod tip in a downward motion approximately 45 degrees. Allow the lure to rest for several seconds and if a fish hasn't taken the lure repeat as necessary.

Roosta Popper 195 Specs

The Shimano Orca Lure is tough as nails and targets big fish feeding on the surface.  Efficient aerodynamic design creates a long powerful cast. The proprietary internal weight position produces an erratic pop & dive action. Ultra sharp, high tensile strength treble hooks secure your catch.  Either walk the dog or skip it on the surface, working the Orca is all about a reaction bite.

145mm - 5.7"  47 grams - 1.60 ounces floating

160mm - 6.3"  58 grams - 2.05 ounces  floating

190mm - 7.5"  88 grams - 3.10 ounces floating

The Rapala X-Rap XRMAG-20 dives down to 20 feet while trolling.  Each lure is tank tested and approved by the Rapala staff and is guaranteed to swim true.  The hooks are 4X strong and the hardware is matched so you won't loose fish due to equipment failure. We recommend not changing hooks or split rings out as they are perfectly matched for the lure.  We sharpen our hooks if they dull but if you need to change them out, they are VMC hooks. 

You can troll these lures up to 12 knots but we always pull them at 7 to 9 knots. The larger baits like the 20 and 30 size require larger line in the 60 to 80lb range because of the drag from the larger lip.  When the bigger fish are holding deeper, these deeper running baits are just what the doctor ordered.  

1 5/8 oz

5 1/2"

Warbaits War-Rig umbrella rig comes with and without premium blades to mimic schooling baitfish. Weighing in at 1/2oz, Warbaits unique head shape along with a compact design for easy casting and durable 5 arm wire construction made of stainless steel premium willow blades, premium stainless steel ball bearing swivels, tough 80lbs snap swivels, and 3D Bubble eyes. The War Rig is equipped to help you land the big one with stainless steel hex blades and premium stainless steel ball bearing swivels, allowing for superior maneuverability and enhanced durability.

The Rapala X-Rap XRMAG-15 dives down to 15 feet while trolling.  Each lure is tank tested and approved by the Rapala staff and is guaranteed to swim true.  The hooks are 4X strong and the hardware is matched so you won't loose fish due to equipment failure. We recommend not changing hooks or split rings out as they are perfectly matched for the lure.  We sharpen our hooks if they dull but if you need to change them out, they are VMC hooks. 

You can troll these lures up to 10 knots but we always pull them at 7 to 8 knots. The smaller baits like the 10 and 15 size require smaller line in the 40 to 50lb range.  With this smaller line the lure will swim better and track better.  Tie one on an hang on, these get bit by a variety of fish.

1 1/8 oz

4 3/4"

Enhance your tail spinner fishing with the Damiki Axe Blade Tail Spinners. Its unique design features a double hook just below the spinner blade, increasing your chances of landing short bites. Available in multiple colors, this bait is perfect for targeting suspended fish. Count it down, retrieve slowly, and let the Axe Blade do the work.

Damiki Axe Blade Tail Spinners:

The Damiki Back Drop Casting Spoons is designed for a vertical presentation and excels in cold water when fish are less active. Its unique fluttering action and keeled-shaped body keep it in the strike zone for longer, making it a deadly choice for deep, suspended fish. Increase your chances of success with this specialized spoon. Enhance your chances of landing those elusive suspended fish with Damiki Back Drop Jigging Spoon. Equipped with two snag-reducing Owner Cultiva Single Hooks and mylar accents for added flash, this baitfish imitation comes in a range of color schemes to entice even the pickiest of fish. Upgrade your fishing game today.

The IMA Gyodo Heavy Surfer 90 is built for power and distance—crafted to dominate surf zones, rocky shores, and open water with effortless casts and aggressive action. This 90mm, 25g jerkbait is the ultimate weapon when you need to reach distant predators and tempt them with a tight, erratic wobble that mimics a fleeing baitfish.

Whether you're targeting striped bass, bluefish, snook, or seabass, the Heavy Surfer 90 cuts through wind and waves with its weight-forward design, delivering serious casting performance and action that triggers strikes in tough conditions.

Key Features:

• Long-Casting Performance – 25g body delivers maximum distance, even into strong wind.

• Erratic Action – Designed with a tight wobble and darting jerkbait motion to mimic distressed baitfish.

• Sinking Profile – Stays longer in the bottom strike zone, ideal for jerking, twitching, or steady retrieves.

• Durable Hardware – Outfitted with strong split rings and corrosion-resistant trebles for saltwater use.

• Versatile Targeting – Ideal for surf fishing, rocky shorelines, estuaries, and open water predators.

Length: 90mm (3.5")
Weight: 1oz
Type: Sinking
Target Species: Striped bass, bluefish, seabass, snook, jacks, and more.

The Halco Slidog 150 Stickbait is perfect for those seeking a heart-pumping, adrenaline-filled fishing experience. With its ability to launch over the horizon and produce bone-jarring strikes, this lure is a must-have for any expert fisherman. Don't miss out on the all new Slidog – it's your ticket to an unforgettable catch.

The Halco Slidog 150 Stickbait is a sinking and sliding lure, designed to withstand the toughest fish like GT's, XOS Mackerel, and large Tuna. With reinforced side walls, Halco's ultra tough split rings, and Mustad inline singles, this bait offers both strength and a powerful bite. Get ready for a true challenge with this top-notch bait.

Pros:

• Long casts
• Reinforced side walls
• Heavy duty "Triple Turn" split rings and Mustad Hooks
• "Designed To Bleed" paint on chrome models.  
• Strong enough to land the biggest fish
• Small compact design

The more they chew the better they look! Our Designed to Bleed concept means our chrome colours are painted with a red layer underneath, imitating an injured baitfish as the wear and tear naturally takes place (from all the fish you catch!).

Specifications:

This larger salt water Jerkbait is perfect for targeting fish chasing larger bait.  The Lucky Craft Flash Minnow 130 is a suspending bait that will stay in the zone on the pause.  Here at Tackle Express, we like to target calico bass and halibut at the Channel Islands.  The benefits of using a 130 size over a 110 size are the bigger profile. 

This larger profile can keep smaller fish from biting and also can bring fish up from deeper depths.   Combining the benefits of the Pointer and Flash Minnow, this bait has great side-to-side action and slowly floats allowing it to be used in various shallow water situations.

The Rapala X-Rap Slashbait is killer in Spring and Fall but works year round when fish are chasing bait fish.  Suspending X-Rap® Saltwater lures are designed to be cast or trolled and display the X-Rap Attitude these baits are known for.

Built to withstand saltwater fisheries with Perma Steel 3X hooks, these baits can be cast or trolled. Rip 'em for xtreme, erratic Slashbait® action or troll for classic Rapala ® "wounded-minnow" action. Prominent scales and lateral line, internal holographic foil for optimum flash combine with internal long-cast system and 3D holographic eyes to create the ultimate fishing lure.

The Rapala X-Rap XRMAG-10 dives down to 10 feet while trolling.  Each lure is tank tested and approved by the Rapala staff and is guaranteed to swim true.  The hooks are 4X strong and the hardware is matched so you won't loose fish due to equipment failure. We recommend not changing hooks or split rings out as they are perfectly matched for the lure.  We sharpen our hooks if they dull but if you need to change them out, they are VMC hooks. 

You can troll these lures up to 10 knots but we always pull them at 7 to 8 knots. The smaller baits like the 10 and 15 size require smaller line in the 40 to 50lb range.  With this smaller line the lure will swim better and track better.  If you need to cover water in order to get bit, these are the ticket.  

3/4 oz