Halibut Terminal Tackle

Owner Aki Twist Bait Hooks are the standard when it comes to fishing squid in Southern California.  The long shank, offset point, and heavy gauge wire make this a big game hook that stands up to tough conditions.  For a full size squid not cut, we follow Brandon Haywards recommendation of a 7/0.  

Thread the hook through the squid 2-3 times and put it on a dropper loop or glow slider.  We like to put the hook 3 feet from the weight on the dropper loop.   For the glow sinker, let it slide all the way down to the hook.  

We often use 1/4oz, 3/8oz, and 1/2oz sliders for white seabass and yellowtail.  Try using the Billfishes Combi swivel for added security and bait action.  This unique swivel allows the bait to move 360 degrees around your main line.

Owner Mutu Circle Hooks are made using a 2X strong shank. They are rated for use up to 50lb test line. This is the preferred hook for tuna fishing in Southern California on small grade fish, say up to 60 pounds.  

This medium diameter hook doesn't damage the bait as much as a thicker hook, this allows the bait to swim more freely.  Sometimes reducing the hook size will produce more bites and this hook is still very strong even in the smaller sizes.  

Just remember to not swing the rod when you get bit, simply turn the handle on the reel until it comes tight and the line starts ripping off the reel.  

Lead Masters Glow Egg Sinkers have one of the best glow paints we've seen.  They absorb the light quickly and stay lit for a long time.  The smooth surface inside the sinker won't damage your line.  

These are great for night fishing or for fish that are attracted to light.  We've noticed that many time in low light or in deep water, the glow of an egg sinker is enough to bring fish from a long way off and tends to get them to bite better than a regular egg sinker.  

Tie one of this on for your next trip, the Lead Masters Glow Egg Sinker may make the difference between no fish and lots of fish.

Additional shipping for lead weights may apply at checkout.

Lead Egg Sinkers can be used in so many ways while fishing it's hard to say how the best way to use them is.  For live bait fishing offshore in Southern California, we use them most often to get our bait deeper in the column.  Often times the bird will eat your bait and just a little weight can get it out of reach of the birds and in the mouth of the fish.  

In freshwater, they are often used for fishing the Carolina Rig for many different species.  These lead weights are made by Leadmasters and are premium quality.  Get some as an add on to your order like most of our customers do.  We also have torpedo weights if you're looking for weights over 1oz.  

Additional shipping for lead weights may apply at checkout.

The Lead Masters Fluke Head is a purpose-built jig head for presenting large soft plastics and natural baits with a stable, controlled action across inshore, nearshore, and deeper water applications. The 8/0 hook is sized for large flukes, paddle tails, and soft swimbaits, with a corrosion-resistant finish that holds up in saltwater environments. The integrated bait keeper locks soft plastics securely in place through repeated casts and retrieves without tearing or sliding down the shank. Available in four weights (1/2–2 oz) and five colors including Glow. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• 8/0 Hook — Large Soft Plastic Sizing — The 8/0 hook is sized for large flukes, paddle tails, and soft swimbaits in the 5–8" range; the wide gap geometry provides clearance for the hook point to penetrate through thick soft plastic bodies on the hookset; corrosion-resistant finish for extended use in saltwater environments without rust or degradation.
• Integrated Bait Keeper — The bait keeper is molded into the shank to lock soft plastics securely in place through repeated casts, retrieves, and strikes; prevents the bait from sliding down the shank and bunching at the bend — a common failure point with standard jig heads that lack a keeper; keeps the bait presentation straight and natural throughout the retrieve.
• Balanced Lead Body — Stable Presentation — The lead body is balanced to ensure a stable, horizontal bait presentation on the fall and retrieve; the balanced design keeps the hook point oriented correctly and the bait tracking true without rolling or listing — critical for a natural fluke or swimbait presentation that triggers strikes from sight-feeding fish.
• Four Weight Options — 1/2 oz to 2 oz — Available in 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, 1 oz, and 2 oz to match a wide range of depth and current conditions; lighter weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for shallow inshore fishing and slow presentations, heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water, stronger current, and faster sink rates needed to reach the strike zone efficiently.
• Five Colors Including Glow — White, Orange, Red, Chartreuse, and Glow; standard colors for matching common baitfish and triggering reaction strikes in a range of water clarity conditions; Glow for low-light, deep water, and night fishing where luminescent jig heads provide a visibility advantage that standard colors cannot match.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack; provides a backup when fishing heavy cover or structure where snags and losses are common.

Size Selection Guide

Color Guide

• White — Most versatile color for matching anchovy, sardine, and white baitfish; effective in clear to lightly stained water across all light conditions; the go-to color for White Seabass, Halibut, and inshore species keying on white baitfish.
• Glow — Luminescent glow finish for low-light, deep water, and night fishing; charges under UV or ambient light and emits a visible glow in dark or deep water conditions where standard colors lose visibility; most effective at depth and during dawn, dusk, and night fishing when light penetration is minimal.
• Orange — High-visibility orange for stained water and low-light conditions; orange tones provide contrast and visibility in off-color water where white and natural colors lose effectiveness; effective attractor color for a wide range of inshore and nearshore species.
• Red — Red for triggering reaction strikes; red jig heads are effective in a wide range of conditions and are particularly effective when fish are keying on injured or bleeding baitfish; red tones also provide high contrast in green-tinted inshore water.
• Chartreuse — High-visibility chartreuse for stained water and low-light conditions; one of the most effective jig head colors for inshore fishing in off-color water; chartreuse provides maximum visibility in turbid water where other colors become invisible.

Best For

• White Seabass & Halibut — The 8/0 hook and large fluke head profile are well-suited for White Seabass and Halibut presentations with large soft plastic flukes and swimbaits; White and Glow colors for clear water White Seabass fishing, heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water Halibut presentations.
• Inshore Soft Plastic Fishing — Integrated bait keeper and balanced lead body for presenting large soft plastic flukes, paddle tails, and swimbaits to inshore species; the stable horizontal presentation triggers strikes from sight-feeding inshore fish that key on a natural baitfish profile.
• Nearshore & Deeper Water — 1 oz and 2 oz weights for nearshore structure fishing and deeper water applications where heavier jig heads are needed to reach the strike zone in current and at depth; Glow color for deep water and low-light nearshore fishing.
• Night Fishing — Glow color for night fishing where luminescent jig heads provide a visibility advantage; charge the Glow head under a UV light or flashlight before fishing for maximum glow intensity and duration.

The hook used is as important as any other part of the equation.  Gamakatsu Nautilus Circle Hooks are among the best due to their superior diameter to strength ratio.  These hooks are very sharp with a chemically sharpened point.  

The barb is big enough to keep fish hooked and the diameter small enough to pierce the fishes mouth easily.  If you're looking for the best of both worlds, try the Gamakatsu Nautilus Circle Hooks.

The Lead Masters Glow Torpedo Sinker is a glow-painted torpedo-shaped sinker purpose-built for bottom fishing rigs where a luminescent weight provides a visibility advantage in low-light and deep water conditions. The high-intensity glow paint absorbs light easily and glows for a long time — among the best glow paint performance in the torpedo sinker category. The torpedo shape minimizes water resistance and drag in current, allowing the sinker to reach the bottom faster and hold position more effectively than round or bank sinkers of the same weight. Compatible with dropper loop, reverse dropper loop, rubber band rig, and squid catcher bottom setups. Available in 2–16 oz.

Note: Additional shipping charges may apply for larger sizes.

Key Features

• High-Intensity Glow Paint — Long-Lasting & Easy Charging — The glow paint on the Lead Masters Glow Torpedo Sinker absorbs light quickly and emits a long-lasting, high-intensity glow that is visible to fish in low-light conditions, at depth, and in turbid water; charge the sinker under a UV light or flashlight before each drop for maximum glow intensity; the glow sinker is most effective during night fishing for White Seabass, Rockfish, and other species that are active in low-light conditions and respond to luminescent attractors near the bait.
• Torpedo Shape — Low Drag, Fast Drop — The streamlined torpedo profile minimizes water resistance and drag in current compared to round, bank, or pyramid sinkers; the torpedo shape allows the sinker to cut through the water column faster and reach the bottom more efficiently in strong current conditions; less drag also means the sinker holds bottom position more effectively without being swept off the target zone by current.
• Versatile Rig Compatibility — Compatible with the most common bottom fishing rig configurations: dropper loop (sinker on the terminal end, hooks on dropper loops above), reverse dropper loop (hooks below the sinker), rubber band rig (sinker attached via rubber band for breakaway on snags), and squid catcher bottom weight (sinker on the bottom of a multi-hook squid catcher rig); the torpedo shape threads easily onto rig line and swivel connections.
• Wide Weight Range — 2 oz to 16 oz — Eight weight options from 2 oz to 16 oz cover a wide range of depth and current conditions; lighter weights (2–4 oz) for moderate depth and current, mid weights (6–8 oz) for deeper water and stronger current, and heavy weights (10–16 oz) for deep water, maximum current, and offshore bottom fishing applications.
• Pack Count by Size — 2–6 oz: 2 per pack. 8–16 oz: 1 per pack.

Size & Pack Count Guide

Best For

• White Seabass — Night Fishing Squid Catcher Rig — The glow torpedo sinker is a proven bottom weight for squid catcher rigs targeting White Seabass during night fishing; the glow sinker at the bottom of the squid catcher rig provides a luminescent attractor that draws White Seabass toward the rig in low-light conditions; charge the sinker before each drop for maximum glow intensity.
• Dropper Loop & Reverse Dropper Loop Rigs — The torpedo shape threads easily onto dropper loop rigs for Rockfish, Lingcod, and other bottom species; the glow paint provides an additional attractor element near the bait that can trigger strikes from fish that are attracted to the glow before committing to the bait.
• Rubber Band Rig — Snag-Resistant Bottom Fishing — The torpedo sinker attached via rubber band on a rubber band rig allows the sinker to break away on snags, saving the rest of the rig; the glow paint remains effective even when the sinker is rigged on a rubber band breakaway connection.
• Deep Water & Strong Current — Heavier weights (8–16 oz) for deep water and strong current conditions where lighter sinkers cannot reach the bottom or hold position; the torpedo shape is particularly effective in strong current where a round or bank sinker of the same weight would be swept off the target zone.

The Battlestar XLS Weighted Swimbait Hooks are high-performance, weedless hooks designed for Texas rig surf fishing, particularly effective with 5" and 6" ribbed swimbaits like the Battlestar 5" Rib Bait. These hooks are favored for targeting species such as halibut, white sea bass, calico bass, and rockfish.

Key Features

• Extra-Long Shank (XLS) Design: Provides improved hooksets and increased landing ratios.

• VMC 5/0 Heavy-Duty Hook: Ensures durability and strength.

• Hydrodynamic and Aerodynamic Construction: Delivers maximum weedlessness and improved casting distance.

• Black Nickel Coating: Offers saltwater corrosion resistance.

• Spring Bait Keeper: Secures soft plastics firmly in place.

• Slow Sink Design: Ideal for a slow, steady retrieve with pops and pauses.

Lead Masters halibut trap rig is idea for short biting halibut.  They love to chew on the back end of the bait and this little rig gets 'em before they know it.  Simply hook the single hook into the nose of the bait and the treble in the tail and hang on.  The rig is adjustable so you can move the nose hook to accommodate the size of the bait.

25# test monofilament

1/0 single hook

#6 treble hook

2 Per Pack

The Spro Three Way Swivel is the definition of quality. These well made swivels are strong and very corrosion resistant. Spro Three Way Swivels provide a heavy pound test in a compact size. This allows for reduced visibility with incredible strength. These compact swivels work equally as well rigged ahead of a lure or with live bait where both strength and low visibility are a must!

3 way swivels are great for rigging reverse dropper loop for halibut, bottom fish, and the double rig for flukes.  The design of these 3 way swivels makes it so tangles are less and also makes them strong for their size.

Catch the big ones with ease using the Spro Three Way Swivel! These durable swivels pack a heavy punch in a small package, ensuring both strength and stealth while fishing. Whether rigged ahead of a lure or paired with live bait, you can trust the quality and corrosion resistance of the Spro Three Way Swivel to help you reel in your next catch.

The Mustad Demon Perfect Circle Hooks are a true circle hook featuring a wide gap, offering the best hookup ratios. No wonder it is so popular among tournament fishermen. It features 3X extra heavy wire and making it perfect to target giants. The distinct curved shape of the circle hook will, when the fish takes the baited hook and eats it, ensure that the hook travels to the corner of the mouth or lip, resulting in fewer gut-hooked fish. The circle hook can be used for a whole range of applications from drifting with live bait for Tarpon or trolling for Marlin.

When live baiting, always choose a hook size that matches the bait. Setting the hook is more of a firm tightening of the line, than an actual strike. The hook has a kirbed hook point for improved hookset. It is in other words, the ultimate Catch & Release hook. Use it to fish for a whole range of fresh and saltwater species, such as Wahoo, Marlin, Bluefin, Yellowfin, Skipjack, Snapper, Roosterfish, Tarpon, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi/Dorado, Sailfish, Grouper, ect.

Features:

• 4.3 UltraPoint™ technology
• Opti-Angle Needle Point
• Kirbed hook point
• Wide gap
• 3X extra heavy wire
• Ringed eye
• Chemically sharpened
• Nor-Tempered
• Black nickel coating

The Hookup Baits Mermaids Milk scent offers a unique consistency, strength, and color that attracts fish effortlessly. The convenient bottle and applicator are specifically designed for use with Hookup Baits Jigs. Featuring a unique consistency, strength, and color, the Hookup Baits Mermaids Milk scent is an irresistible attractant for fish. As an expert angler, you know the power of scent in luring in your catch. The convenient bottle and specially designed applicator make it effortless to use alongside Hookup Baits Jigs - perfect for a hassle-free fishing experience.

This scent really works and is designed for easy application.

Mustad's UltraPoint Demon Circle Hooks 39951NP-BN deliver the hook-setting power and holding strength to satisfy every angler. Demon Circle In-Line Hooks are outstanding general purpose live bait hooks that feature the highly effective circle shape, extra-wide bend, chemically sharpened Opti-Angled Needle Point, and Nor-tempering process that makes hooks up to 30% stronger than other fish hooks.

Features:

• Opti-Angle needle point
• Nor-tempered extra fine wire
• Tournament-approved in-line point
• Extra wide bend

Color: Black Nickel 

Qty. 10

The Lead Masters Triangle 3-Sided Sinker is designed for moderate to heavy current applications where a standard round or egg sinker would roll and slide along the bottom. The three-sided triangular profile digs into the bottom on contact, anchoring the line in a vertical hang that keeps the bait positioned directly above the sinker rather than dragging downcurrent. The triangular cross-section provides three flat faces that grip the bottom more effectively than a four-sided pyramid sinker, reducing rolling and sliding in current and surge. Molded-in brass eye for easy rigging. Available in 1–6 oz.

Note: Additional shipping charges may apply for larger sizes.

Key Features

• 3-Sided Triangle Profile — Bottom Grip — The triangular cross-section digs into sandy and soft bottom on contact, anchoring the sinker in place and preventing it from rolling and sliding in current and surge; the three flat faces provide more bottom contact area than a round sinker and a more stable grip than a four-sided pyramid sinker in moderate to heavy current conditions.
• Vertical Line Hang — The triangle sinker’s bottom-gripping design keeps the line hanging vertically above the sinker rather than dragging at an angle downcurrent; the vertical hang positions the bait directly above the sinker in the strike zone and provides more direct contact with the sinker for improved bite detection.
• Holds in Moderate to Heavy Current — Purpose-built for surf fishing, pier fishing, and any application where current and wave surge would move a standard sinker out of position; the triangular profile and bottom-digging action hold the rig in place through moderate to heavy current without constant repositioning.
• Molded-In Brass Eye — The brass eye is molded directly into the sinker head for a secure, permanent attachment point; brass resists corrosion in saltwater environments and provides a smooth, snag-free surface for the swivel or snap to slide on during rigging.
• 1–6 oz Weight Range — Five weight options from 1 oz to 6 oz cover a wide range of current and depth conditions; lighter weights (1–2 oz) for moderate current and shallow surf, heavier weights (3–6 oz) for heavy current, strong surf, and deeper water where more weight is needed to hold bottom.

Size & Pack Count Guide

Best For

• Surf Fishing — The primary application for the triangle sinker; the bottom-gripping triangular profile holds the rig in place through wave surge and longshore current in the surf zone; use heavier weights (4–6 oz) for heavy surf and strong longshore current, lighter weights (1–2 oz) for calmer surf conditions.
• Pier & Jetty Fishing in Current — Effective for pier and jetty fishing where tidal current would move a round or egg sinker out of position; the vertical line hang keeps the bait positioned correctly in the current without constant repositioning.
• Bottom Fishing in Current — Any bottom fishing application where current is a factor; the triangle sinker’s bottom-gripping design holds the rig in the strike zone longer than a standard sinker, reducing the need to recast when current moves the bait out of position.

The Hookup Baits Mermaid's Milk scent has the consistency, strength, color that fish can't keep their teeth off of. The bottle and applicator is easy to use, and is designed specifically for Hookup Baits Jigs.

This scent really works and is designed for easy application.  It last a long time and can be applied inside the tube to slowly release the scent.  It can also be used on any lure or bait and is very effective on all game fish.

Introducing Battlestar Quick Clips for changing lures, the ultimate fishing accessories that are a game-changer for avid anglers. These quick tackle clips make switching out your lures a breeze, saving you time and effort on the water. Say goodbye to fumbling with traditional knots and get back to catching fish faster than ever before.

Convenient and Reliable

Our fishing gear clips are designed with convenience and reliability in mind. Simply attach the clip to your line, slide on your lure, and you're ready to cast. The sturdy construction of these quick clips ensures that your lures stay securely in place, even during the most intense battles with big catches. Never miss a bite due to slow lure changes again.

Essential Addition to Your Tackle Box

Don't head out on your next fishing trip without Battlestar Quick Clips in your arsenal. These versatile accessories are a must-have for any angler looking to streamline their tackle changes and maximize their time on the water. Upgrade your gear today with these innovative fishing gear clips and experience the difference for yourself.

The BKK Ringed Mutsu Medium  Offset Circle Hooks is a versatile hook perfect for all your live and chunk bait needs onshore and off. The offset point and SS coating make for quick hook sets and easy bait rigging, while BKK's HCS (Hyper Carbon Steel) keeps the hook lightweight yet sturdy enough to handle big catches. Plus, the added solid ring adds extra liveliness to your bait, reeling in even more bites.

This is a medium wire hook so it's diameter makes it ideal for medium grade fish.  If the wire is too small, it will bend out causing a lost fish.  If it's too large in diameter, it will kill the bait and is harder to hook into the fishes mouth.  

They have a sharp offset point and a Super Slide (SS) coating that helps with faster hookups and easier bait rigging. The hooks are also made with BKK's proprietary Hyper Carbon Steel wire, which is 25% stronger and 30% harder than traditional high carbon steels.

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.