
Bait Strips: Reusable Mylar Strip Bait Alternative
Bait Strips replace natural strip baits with vibrant Mylar that swims realistically, stores without refrigeration, and lasts trip after trip. Popular with Florida offshore crews who troll strip baits for mahi, tuna, and wahoo. Two sizes cover most trolling applications. At $12.99 for a 6-pack, one package outlasts a cooler of natural strips. Rig them behind any trolling lure or run them naked on a hook.
- Vibrant Mylar flash attracts fish like natural strips
- Reusable and durable across multiple trips
- No refrigeration, freezing, or smell
- Medium (6.5 in) and Large (8 in) sizes
- 6 per package, made in the USA
Skip the Cooler, Keep the Bite
Natural strip baits work, but they require prep, refrigeration, and constant replacement. Bait Strips deliver similar flash and action without any of the hassle. The Mylar material catches light and creates a shimmy that mimics a wounded baitfish trailing behind your trolling lure.
These strips are reusable. After a fish hits, inspect the strip, straighten it out, and put it back in the spread. No thawing, no cutting, no brine. Store them in a tackle bag pocket and pull them out whenever conditions call for strip baits. One $12.99 pack can last an entire season.
These strips are reusable. After a fish hits, inspect the strip, straighten it out, and put it back in the spread. No thawing, no cutting, no brine. Store them in a tackle bag pocket and pull them out whenever conditions call for strip baits. One $12.99 pack can last an entire season.
Vibrant Mylar Flash
The Mylar material reflects light and creates flash that mimics the shimmer of a natural strip bait. The swimming action in the water column is realistic enough to fool mahi, tuna, and wahoo.
Reusable and Durable
Unlike natural strips that tear apart after one hit, Bait Strips survive multiple fish encounters. Inspect after each bite, reshape if needed, and re-deploy. One pack lasts far longer than natural bait.
Zero Maintenance Storage
No cooler, no freezer, no brine, no smell. Toss the pack in your tackle bag and forget about it until you need strip baits. They stay ready indefinitely.
How to Rig Bait Strips for Trolling
1. Select Medium or Large based on your lure head size
2. Thread a trolling hook through the wide end of the strip
3. Position the hook point toward the tail for clean action
4. Attach behind a trolling lure head or run naked on leader
5. Troll at standard speeds for your target species
6. After a fish hit, inspect and re-deploy the strip
Specs & Common Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
Full Specifications +
| Brand | Bait Strips |
| Material | Mylar |
| Medium Size | 6.5 inches |
| Large Size | 8 inches |
| Quantity | 6 per package |
| Made In | USA |
| Price | $12.99 |
How do I rig Bait Strips? +
Rig them the same way you would a natural strip bait. Thread a hook through the wide end and troll behind a lure head or naked. Check our rigging guide for trolling setup tips.
What species do these catch? +
Mahi, tuna, wahoo, sailfish, and king mackerel all hit strip baits. These Mylar versions produce the same flash and action. Read our mahi guide for trolling tactics.
Are these reusable? +
Yes. After a fish hit, inspect the strip, straighten it, and put it back in the spread. One pack can last an entire season of trolling.
Which size should I use? +
Medium (6.5 in) for smaller lure heads and lighter tackle. Large (8 in) for bigger presentations and heavier setups. Both work well behind trolling lures.
Do they smell like bait? +
No. They are odorless Mylar. If you want scent, apply a bait attractant to the strip. The visual flash is the primary trigger, not scent.
How do these compare to natural strip baits? +
Natural strips have scent and texture advantages. Bait Strips have durability, convenience, and zero prep advantages. Many crews run both. These are particularly useful when natural bait runs out mid-trip. Check our offshore trolling guide for spread setup.



