Saltwater Trolling Lures

The Halco Max 130 is a great trolling and casting lure for salt and freshwater species.  The Max 130 can be trolled at high speeds of up to 12 knots and has very little trolling resistance due to it's slender profile.  The slim tail design gives it excellent hook exposure for great hook sets.  

Crafted in Australia, Halco engineered the Max 130 to hook fish and stand up to the mightiest catches. Its construction, including hooks, split rings, and hardware, are robust—capable of bringing in tuna up to hundreds of pounds. Furthermore, with a variety of attractive colors, you can easily find the ideal lure for your fishing conditions.

Although mainly a trolling lure, the Max 130 can be used in a cast and retrieve method as well.  Use a high speed reel and burn it back for the correct action on the lure.  It measures 5 1/2" and 2.82 ounces.  Give it a try on tuna, yellowtail, barracuda, wahoo, stripers, and many other aggressive species.  

The hooks and hardware on all Halco products is as tough as it gets.  You can fish them with confidence, even on tuna over 300lbs.  The split rings and treble hooks are 4X strong and with the wire through construction, the fish will give up far before the lure will.  

The finish is second to none with bright colors and extreme details.  No small detail has been overlooked and is certain to catch fish from The Gulf to Southern California.  Tie on a Halco Max 130 and hang on tight.

130mm/5.12" / 80g/2.82 oz. 

The Halco Max 190 Lure offers superior performance with its slim minnow design, enabling jigging, casting, or trolling up to 20 knots with minimal drag. Its slim tail section ensures greater hook visibility and efficiency on the strike. This lure is a top-of-the-line solution for any angler.

Born in Australia, Halco's designers know how to make a lure that get's bit and also holds up to the toughest fish.  The construction, hooks, split rings and hardware are very strong and have caught tuna in the hundreds of pounds.  The many colors allow you to pick one that best fits your fishing conditions.  

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The Halco Max 190 Lure is designed for heavy high speed spinning and trolling, It is ideal for large salt water predators such as tuna, mackerel and wahoo. With extra heavy side walls for maximum strength and the slender profile allows trolling speeds in excess of 20 knots, features Mustad Inline 7/0 singles for the ultimate hook holding ability.

Max is also a great lure to troll while traveling from spot to spot due to its high speed characteristics.

The Nomad Madmacs High Speed Trolling Lure is a sinking super high speed trolling minnow capable of being trolled at speeds of up to 20kn for the 6" - 8" Model and up to 15kn for the 10" Model. Visit the Nomad Design Youtube channel for details on rigging to achieve maximum speed. The Madmacs can also be trolled as slow as 5kn and has an amazing vibrating action even at very low speeds due to the Autotune system. 

It features the pat. Pending Autotune system which allows it to always troll straight and to run perfectly and with an amazing action at a huge range of speeds.  The ability to troll at all speeds makes this a must have lure in every spread. They will run at a depth of around 8-15ft when trolled at slower speeds and around 3-4ft depth when trolled super fast.

Featuring a machine-stamped stainless steel plate & full body foam core construction, it is one of the toughest lures available, and is up to any challenge. Fitted with super strong BKK hooks and Heavy Duty split rings the Nomad Madmacs is ready for battle.

The Madmacs High Speed Trolling Lure from Nomad Tackle is the result of decades of data collection and world-class design, based on the charter experience of the Nomad Sportfishing charter business. Every lure is crafted with a specific purpose in mind, and each lure is balanced and tested to ensure maximum efficacy. It works perfectly with the chosen hooks.

The Nomad DTX Minnow range represents the pinnacle of saltwater hard bait trolling lures. They have been proven to troll faster, dive deeper and always run straight and are the new standard by which all other saltwater hard baits are judged.

Patented Autotune Tow-point System which allows the lure to self centre. No more pulling out, swimming to the side or having to constantly adjust your blue-water trolling baits to make them swim straight.

140mm - Floating - 1.75oz - 30ft - 2 to 10kn

Get a big trolling minnow down and tracking true. The Nomad DTX Minnow 220 Heavy Duty pairs its Autotune tow point and bib system with a Hydrospeed belly eyelet for a deep-running, straight-swimming presentation. Its distressed-baitfish action is built for offshore trolling when tuna, wahoo, mackerel, or mahi mahi are on the menu.

When Your Spread Needs a Deep Runner

A lure that wanders or blows out at speed can cost you fishing time. This DTX design is intended to track straight while running deep, with a reinforced Gorilla Through Wire build for demanding offshore use. Troll at speeds up to 14 knots and adjust your setup to find the depth and action you want; depth varies with line, distance behind the boat, speed, and conditions.

The Right Pick If...

You're building an offshore trolling spread and want a large minnow with a distressed-baitfish swim and deep-running design. If you need a smaller profile or a shallower-running option, compare the other DTX models below. This is specialized trolling tackle rather than an all-purpose casting lure.

Best For

• Offshore trolling for tuna, wahoo, mackerel, and mahi mahi.
• Deep-running minnow presentations where straight tracking matters.
• Working a mixed trolling spread with different lure sizes or running depths.

Key Features

• Autotune tow point and bib system designed to keep the lure tracking true.
• Concealed Hydrospeed belly eyelet for faster trolling applications.
• Gorilla Through Wire construction and distressed-baitfish swimming action.
• Designed and tested by the Nomad Sportfishing Team in Australia.

Models & Specs

Choose a Pattern for the Spread

Use mackerel, sardine, or pilchard-inspired finishes when they suit the bait around you; try Hot Pink or another high-contrast pattern when you want a more visible option. Select your color using the variants and photos.

How to Fish It

Set it behind the boat in a position that gives it clean water, then watch the lure's action and adjust speed and line length if it stops tracking consistently. Check the tow point, leader, and hooks before deployment, and match tackle strength to your target fish.

Tackle Express Tips

• Watch the lure at your actual trolling speed before setting the full spread.
• Vary setback and speed to dial in depth and tracking rather than treating a listed depth as fixed.
• Inspect the bib, hooks, and leader after strikes or hard contact.

Quick Answers

How deep does it run? It can run over 50 ft, depending on trolling speed, line, and setback.

How fast can I troll it? Up to 14 knots; check that it tracks cleanly at your chosen speed.

What species is it suited to? Tuna, wahoo, mackerel, and mahi mahi are strong offshore trolling applications.

Complete the Spread

Compare the Nomad DTX Minnow Heavy Duty 200mm for another DTX size, the DTX Minnow 180 Heavy Duty Shallow FLT for a different running profile, or the Nomad Madmacs High Speed Trolling Lure for another trolling presentation.

Choose your color and build a spread suited to the fish and conditions.

Catchy Tackle Wahoo Bombs are the best in the business with extreme attention to detail and quality components.  The mylar skirt gives off a ton action and flash while the willow blade of the rear spins on a heavy duty swivel.  

The Catchy Tackle Wahoo Bombs are fitted with 4x strong hook will stand up to the biggest baddest fish in the ocean and the heavy wire and swivels won't fail you.  If you target wahoo, tuna, or billfish, this lure is the bomb.

4.4oz

The Halco Laser Pro 190DD is a legendary deep-diving trolling lure, widely regarded as one of the best bluewater trolling plugs available for targeting fast-moving pelagic species. Renowned for its exceptional strength, durability, and fish-catching action, this medium-deep diver excels in bluewater fishing, delivering consistent performance even at varying speeds.

Perfect for trolling for tuna, wahoo, Spanish mackerel, kingfish, and other offshore predators, the Laser Pro 190DD features Halco's proven Bulletproof Bib system for secure, reliable diving and swimming action. It maintains a flawless, aggressive wiggle from low to high trolling speeds, mimicking baitfish with lifelike realism to trigger strikes from wary game fish.

Key Specifications:

• Length: 185mm (7.3 inches)
• Weight: 47 grams (approximately 1.66 oz)
• Diving Depth: Medium-deep, 2 meters+ (around 7+ feet)
• Buoyancy: Floating
• Hooks: Equipped with strong #4/0 Mustad 3xx treble hooks (extra-strong for big fish battles)
• Trolling Speed: Versatile range of 3–11 knots (sweet spot often around 6–7 knots)
• Applications: Ideal for trolling; also suitable for casting in some scenarios

Built with reinforced hook anchoring points and premium materials, the Halco Laser Pro 190DD stands up to brutal strikes and long fights in demanding saltwater conditions. Available in a wide range of proven, realistic color patterns that imitate natural baitfish.

Whether you're rigging a spread for offshore trolling or targeting pelagics in open water, the Halco Laser Pro 190DD delivers reliable diving depth, tough construction, and irresistible action that makes it a staple in serious anglers' tackle boxes. Add this powerhouse deep diver to your arsenal for more hookups on trophy game fish.

The Nomad Design DTX Minnow 200 Heavy Duty puts an 8-inch sinking minnow into your offshore trolling spread when you want a substantial baitfish profile below the surface. Its Autotune system and reinforced construction make it a purpose-built option for saltwater trolling, with a listed 3–12-knot working range and BKK Diablo 5X single hooks.

When you find promising water, put it into clean water behind the boat and check its swim before setting the rest of your spread. The goal is a consistent presentation you can keep fishing, not a lure that needs constant attention.

Keep Your Deep Runner Tracking

A trolling minnow that wanders can disrupt the spread. The DTX combines Nomad's Autotune system with a Hydrospeed belly eyelet to support its trolling performance. Metal Matrix and Diamond Armor systems add reinforcement for demanding saltwater use. Running depth depends on line, leader, speed, setback, and water conditions; treat the listed 40-foot depth as setup-dependent rather than a fixed depth at every speed.

The Right Pick If...

You want a sinking, deep-running trolling minnow for offshore searching and covering productive water. It suits anglers building a spread for tuna and yellowtail, especially when bait or fish are holding below surface presentations. This is specialized trolling tackle, not the first choice for a lightweight casting setup or a shallow-water presentation.

For a larger profile, compare the Nomad DTX Minnow 220 Heavy Duty. For a shallower floating option, look at the DTX Minnow 180 Heavy Duty Shallow FLT.

Best For

• Offshore saltwater trolling for tuna and yellowtail.
• Adding a subsurface minnow presentation to a mixed trolling spread.
• Covering open water and productive bait areas with tackle matched to your target fish.

Key Features

• Autotune system for trolling performance.
• Metal Matrix plate system and Diamond Armor internal strength system.
• Hydrospeed belly eyelet technology.
• Sinking action and an 8-inch baitfish profile.
• BKK Diablo 5X single hooks in size 11/0.
• Designed and tested by the Nomad Sportfishing Team in Australia.

Models & Specs

Choose a Pattern for Your Spread

Start with Sardine, Candy Pilchard, or a mackerel pattern when those finishes suit the bait around you. Hot Pink and Pink Lava give you contrasting options to test alongside more natural patterns. Use the color selector and photos to choose your finish; vary patterns and watch what gets attention rather than relying on one color for every trip.

Set It Up for a Clean Swim

Pair it with an offshore trolling rod, reel, and leader matched to the fish you expect to encounter. Deploy it where it can swim without fouling other lines, check its action at your chosen speed, and adjust setback and speed as needed. Keep the leader connection clean and inspect hooks, attachment points, and the bib before each deployment.

Tackle Express Tips

• Watch the lure beside or behind the boat at your actual trolling speed before sending it into position.
• Change one variable at a time, such as setback or speed, so you can track what improves the presentation.
• Rinse and dry the lure after saltwater use, and inspect the hooks and leader after a strike.

Quick Answers

How deep does the DTX Minnow 200 Heavy Duty run?
Its listed running depth is 40 feet. Actual depth varies with your line, leader, trolling speed, setback, and conditions.

What trolling speed is it designed for?
The listed range is 3–12 knots. Check that the lure tracks consistently at the speed and position you use.

Does it float or sink?
This 200 Heavy Duty model is sinking. Choose the 180 Heavy Duty Shallow FLT if you want a shallower floating DTX option.

What hooks come fitted?
The listing specifies BKK Diablo 5X single hooks in size 11/0.

Keep Your Spread Ready

Keep rigged trolling lures organized between trips with the Nomad Design Lure Roll Bag. Choose your DTX color above and build a spread that suits your target fish and the water you're fishing.

The Halco Max 220 Lure is a massive 220mm long and weighs a substantial 180 grams and its slender profile casts like a bullet into the strongest breezes. It has been designed to run straight and true several meters below the surface in the roughest of sea conditions. The streamlined design allows for high operating speeds and maximum hook exposure, so critical in lure design.

Max’s effective operating envelope is exceptional, ranging from a fast hand retrieve to a racy 14 knots while trolling.  You can troll it up to 21 knots but there is no need to troll it that fast.  That just demonstrates that it can be trolled fast and has a nice tight wobble.

Like all Halco lures, Max is constructed out of high tech polymers and has been built with strength and durability in mind. Heavy duty Halco Fish Rings and 2 extra strong Mustad hooks are standard equipment on Max and it is available in nine fish catching colors.

Specifications

Transform your trolling game with the Nomad Design Madscad 190 Autotune Sinking Lures. Its Patented Autotune System allows for a perfect balance and incredible troll speed of 3-18+ knots with a shallow diving depth of 1-3 ft. The unique action and speed will entice bites that other lures can't. Upgrade your arsenal with the Madscad 190 AT. The Madscad 190 AT SNK are expertly designed and tested in Australia by the Nomad Design Team. These lures are built strong with a Metal Matrix Internal plate and Diamond Armor construction for unparalleled strength. With its classic deep body baitfish appearance and S shape swimming action, the Madscad 190 AT is perfect for high speed trolling between fishing spots.

Each lure has been designed for a specific purpose and has been balanced and tested to work perfectly with the hooks fitted. Every Nomad Design lure has been crafted by decades of on the water guiding experience in some of the toughest and most prolific fishing grounds in the world. In every sense, each Nomad Design lure is ‘Crafted by Experience’.

The Halco Max 110 Lure is the baby brother of the other bigger bodies Max lures. The 110 is a perfect bite size for casting at tuna and mackerel schools, but is also comfortable being sunk down and jigged next to coral bombies and structure.

Coming in a range of Bluewater colors, this versatile little lure is a must have for the adventurous lure fisherman. Discover new fishing techniques and catch more fish with the Halco Max 110 Lure. Its compact size is perfect for casting at tuna and mackerel schools, while also being effective when jigged near coral and structure. With a variety of Bluewater colors to choose from, this versatile lure is an essential tool for any skilled fisherman.

Specifications:

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 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 Nomad Design DTX Minnow 180 Heavy Duty Shallow FLT is the ultimate trolling minnow, capable of diving 10-12ft at 18+ knots. With patented features like the Autotune System and Metal Matrix Plate System, it offers maximum action and side-to-side body wiggle at all speeds. Perfect for high-speed or slow-speed fishing.

Crafted by decades of experience on the water, the Nomad Design DTX Minnow 180 Heavy Duty Shallow FLT lure is designed and tested in Australia for maximum toughness and durability. Its unique colors and highly effective shape and action make it a must-have for catching more fish.

The Shimano Ledge Runner 200S is the larger, sinking powerhouse in Shimano's revolutionary offshore trolling lineup, engineered to cover deeper zones and handle aggressive high-speed presentations while maintaining one-lure versatility. Measuring 7.9 inches (200mm) and weighing 6 oz (170g), this sinking diving plug targets big pelagics like tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, billfish, and other hard-fighting species in bluewater or canyon environments.

The core innovation is Shimano's patented Adjustable Depth Range (ADR) technology — a quick, reliable bill adjustment that lets you seamlessly switch between shallow, medium, and deep settings on the fly. This allows one lure to function as three in your spread, staggering depths to target fish at varying levels without re-rigging or swapping plugs.

Key Features

• Flash Boost Technology – Reflective mirror suspended by micro springs maintains flash during pauses and trolling
• Scale Boost Hologram – Composite-pitch holograms mimic realistic baitfish scales
• Jet Boost System – Tungsten weight transfer for maximum casting distance and swimming stability
• Adjustable Depth Range (ADR) – Three depth settings in one lure for ultimate versatility
• Sinking Design – Reaches deeper strike zones for subsurface feeding pelagics

Specifications

Whether you're running a spread in the canyons, targeting wahoo on the troll, or chasing yellowfin over structure, the Ledge Runner 200S delivers the adjustable depth control, realistic flash, and proven action that offshore anglers demand. One lure, three depths, endless possibilities.

The Shimano Ledge Runner 160F is the revolutionary offshore trolling lure that redefines versatility, allowing one plug to function as three different depth presentations without swapping lures—perfect for staggering your spread and staying in the strike zone during high-speed trolling runs. Measuring 6.3 inches (160mm) and weighing 3 oz (85g), this floating diving plug is engineered for targeting a wide range of pelagic species like tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, billfish, and yellowtail in open-water or canyon scenarios.

At the heart of its performance is Shimano's patented Adjustable Depth Range (ADR) technology — a simple, reliable system that lets you quickly shift between shallow, medium, and deep settings on the fly. This unmatched depth control keeps your lure running precisely where the fish are holding, whether you're pulling below prop wash, dialing in mid-column, or running higher in the spread.

Key Features

• Flash Boost Technology – Reflective mirror suspended by micro springs maintains flash during pauses and trolling
• Scale Boost Hologram – Composite-pitch holograms mimic realistic baitfish scales
• Jet Boost System – Tungsten weight transfer for maximum casting distance and swimming stability
• Adjustable Depth Range (ADR) – Three depth settings in one lure for ultimate versatility
• Premium Treble Hooks – Sharp, durable hooks for solid hooksets on powerful pelagics
• Floating Diving Action – Runs true at high speeds, surfaces when stopped

Specifications

Whether you're running a spread in the canyons, targeting wahoo on the troll, or chasing yellowfin over structure, the Ledge Runner 160F delivers the adjustable depth control, realistic flash, and proven action that offshore anglers demand. One lure, three depths, endless possibilities.

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 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.

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.