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Trolling Lures And Baits - Deep Sea Fishing Equipment

Offshore trolling lures for targeting mahi, wahoo, tuna, marlin, and king mackerel. Skirted lures, jet heads, chuggers, cedar plugs, spreader bars, daisy chains, and pre-rigged combos that run clean at speed. From 5-knot dredge teasers to 15-knot wahoo bombs, we stock what Carolina captains actually pull behind their boats every season. Build a custom spread or grab a ready-to-fish kit.

FAQ - Trolling Lures

What trolling lures should I start with?

Build a basic 5-line spread: two sea witch/ballyhoo combos for the riggers, a chugger on a flat line, a daisy chain teaser, and a skirted lure way back on the shotgun. That covers mahi, wahoo, and tuna without overcomplicating things. Our beginner's trolling lure guide has the full breakdown.

What speed should I troll for offshore fish?

It depends on the target. Mahi: 6-9 knots. Tuna: 7-10 knots. Wahoo: 12-16 knots. Marlin: 8-12 knots. Match your lure to your speed — skirted lures run best at 6-9, jet heads handle 10+, and wahoo lures are built for high-speed pulls. Full chart in our trolling speed guide.

How far back should I run my trolling lures?

Flat lines: 30-50 feet. Rigger lines: 75-120 feet. Shotgun: 150-200 feet. Shorter distances catch more wahoo (they strike close to the boat). Longer distances get more mahi and tuna bites. Stagger your distances so lines don't tangle during turns.

Do I need to rig my own lures or can I buy pre-rigged?

We sell both. Pre-rigged leaders come with hook sets, crimps, and leader already assembled — just clip and troll. If you prefer building your own, check our lure making supplies for skirts, heads, and rigging components.

What's the difference between skirted lures and plugs?

Skirted lures (like sea witches and jet heads) use flexible skirts that create bubble trails and tentacle action. Plugs (like cedar plugs) are hard-bodied and wobble at speed. Skirted lures are more versatile and catch more species. Plugs are deadly for tuna specifically. Most captains run both in a spread.

How do I match trolling lures to local bait?

Look at what's in the water. If ballyhoo are present, run Bait Strips or ballyhoo combos. If squid are around, use octopus skirts in natural colors. Mahi key on flying fish — the Islamorada Flyer mimics that profile perfectly.

How to Choose Trolling Lures for Offshore Fishing

A good trolling spread matches the bait, the speed, and the target species. You don't need 50 lures in your tackle bag. You need 5-6 that work together and cover the water column from surface to 30 feet.

For a basic offshore spread, start with sea witch combos on the riggers. They catch everything from schoolie dolphin to blue marlin and they run clean at any trolling speed. Add a chugger or jet head on a flat line for surface commotion that draws fish up from depth, and run a daisy chain as a teaser to simulate a bait school fleeing through your spread.

If wahoo are in the area, add a high-speed lure like the Jagahoo kit. It's built to track straight at 14+ knots where wahoo prefer to hunt. For king mackerel inshore and nearshore, downsize to spoons or small skirted lures behind inline planers to get them below the surface slick.

The biggest mistake beginners make is running all the same lure at the same distance. Mix sizes, shapes, and distances. A staggered spread with variety catches more fish than six identical rigs at the same drop-back. Our trolling spread guide shows you exactly how to set one up from scratch.

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