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Spanish & King Mackerel Lures & Baits

King mackerel lures built for fast trolling and planer spreads. Spoons, duster rigs, cedar plugs, and king rigs cover everything from slow live bait to high speed passes. Run them on planers, downriggers, or flat lines and tune speed to the bite. These are the same Clarkspoon and Blue Water Candy baits the Carolina crews pull every summer.

FAQ - Spanish & King Mackerel Lures & Baits

1. What are the best lures for king mackerel?

Spoons and duster rigs are the staples. Start with Clarkspoons and add a mackerel duster rig for extra flash and bait profile.

2. What trolling speed works for kings?

Most king spreads run 5 to 8 knots with spoons and dusters. If you are pulling heavier baits or plugs, 6 to 7 knots keeps them tracking clean.

3. How do I rig a king mackerel spread with planers?

Use a planer on each side and a flat line down the middle. A planer kit makes it simple. Full setup tips are in our trolling spread guide.

4. What size spoon should I use for kings?

Size 0 to 1 spoons are the go to for most king mackerel. If the bait is tiny, drop to a smaller spoon and keep speed consistent.

5. Do I need wire leaders for king mackerel?

Yes. Kings are toothy and will cut mono. Run 30 to 60 lb wire or a short king rig ahead of your lure.

6. Can I troll cedar plugs for king mackerel?

Yes. Cedar plugs like the rigged cedar plug track well at 6 to 8 knots and pull kings out of a bait school.

How to Choose King Mackerel Lures

Start with spoons and dusters. Kings chase fast, shiny baits. A mix of Clarkspoons and a duster rig will catch fish almost anywhere they run. Run spoons on planers to keep them down and clear the boat wake.

Dial in speed. Most king spreads work at 5 to 8 knots. Too slow and the spoons wobble, too fast and they blow out. If you are pulling heavier baits like cedar plugs or bird rigs, 6 to 7 knots is the sweet spot.

Use planers to cover depth. Planers let you fish three lanes without tangles. A planer kit plus a flat line gives you top, mid, and deep coverage. Match the planer size to your rod and keep the wire leader short.

Add a killer rig. When the bite is picky, a Blue Water Candy king rig with a clean wire leader closes the deal. For a plug option, the rigged cedar plug is a simple producer.

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