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Blue Water Candy Featherweight Skirts (Rigged)

Blue Water Candy Featherweight Skirts (Rigged)

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Blue Water Candy Featherweight Skirts (Rigged)

King mackerel are notorious for short-striking live baits, hitting the tail end of the bait and missing the hook. Featherweight Skirts solve this by adding a trailing stinger rig without adding weight that kills the bait's natural action. The super lightweight skirt slides over a live bait and the two #4 4X treble hooks on #5 coffee-colored wire trail behind, catching kings that strike short. Six colors in king mackerel favorites give you options for different water clarity and light conditions. Assembled in the USA with quality materials and rigging.
  • Super lightweight design preserves bait action
  • Rigged on #5 wire with two 4X treble hooks
  • 6 king mackerel favorite colors
  • Catches short-striking kings
  • Assembled in the USA

Read our king mackerel fishing guide for live bait tactics

Stop Missing Short-Striking Kings

You are slow-trolling live bait and a king mackerel slashes through the back half of your bait. The bait comes back with its tail missing and your hook is untouched. This happens all day with standard hook-only rigs.

The Featherweight Skirt solves the problem by adding a stinger hook that trails behind the bait where kings actually strike. The skirt is so light it does not affect how the bait swims. The coffee-colored wire blends with the water. The 4X treble hooks catch any king that touches the bait, whether it hits the head or the tail. At $7.99 per rig, losing one to a smoker king is part of the game.

Ultra-Light Design

Standard stinger rigs add weight that drags the bait down and kills its natural swimming action. Featherweight Skirts are designed to be nearly weightless so the bait swims naturally. The skirt material and thin wire rig add just enough color without restricting the bait's movement.

Two 4X Treble Hooks

Two #4 treble hooks in 4X strength provide multiple hook points for catching short-striking fish. The trailing treble sits behind the bait where kings typically attack. The 4X wire resists straightening from the explosive strikes and hard runs that king mackerel are known for.

Six King Mackerel Colors

Grape Pearl, Pink Pearl, Green Pearl, White Pearl, Red Pearl, and Blue Pearl. These are proven king mackerel colors selected from decades of tournament and charter fishing experience. The pearl finish adds flash without overpowering the natural bait appearance.

How to Rig a Featherweight Skirt on Live Bait

1. Hook your live bait (blue runner, menhaden, or goggle eye) on your main hook

2. Slide the Featherweight Skirt over the bait so the skirt sits behind the head

3. Position the trailing treble hooks near the tail of the bait

4. Slow-troll at 2-4 knots or deploy on a kite or flat line

5. When a king strikes, the treble hooks catch the fish regardless of where it hits the bait

6. Replace the rig after each king mackerel since teeth will damage the wire

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Brand Blue Water Candy
Type Featherweight King Mackerel Skirt (Rigged)
Wire #5 Coffee Colored
Hooks 2x #4 4X Treble Hooks
Colors Grape Pearl, Pink Pearl, Green Pearl, White Pearl, Red Pearl, Blue Pearl
Made In USA
Price $7.99
What bait works best with Featherweight Skirts? +
Blue runners, menhaden (pogies), threadfin herring, and goggle eyes are the standard live baits for king mackerel. The skirt fits over any medium-sized live bait. Our king mackerel guide covers bait selection and procurement.
Will the skirt kill my bait's action? +
No. The entire design philosophy is ultra-light weight that does not affect bait action. The skirt material is nearly weightless and the thin wire does not restrict the bait's swimming. That is what makes Featherweight Skirts different from standard stinger rigs. See our live bait guide for more on bait presentation.
What color should I use? +
White Pearl and Blue Pearl are the most versatile in clear water. Pink Pearl and Grape Pearl stand out in stained water. Match the skirt color to water clarity. When in doubt, White Pearl is the safest all-around choice. Our lure guide covers color selection.
Do I need wire for king mackerel? +
Yes. King mackerel have razor-sharp teeth that cut mono and fluorocarbon instantly. The Featherweight Skirt is pre-rigged on #5 wire specifically for this reason. Without wire, you lose every king that bites. Our wire vs mono guide covers leader options.
What trolling speed works for live bait kings? +
2-4 knots is standard for slow-trolling live bait for king mackerel. Faster speeds stress the bait. The Featherweight Skirt works at these speeds without creating drag that pulls the bait off course. Check our trolling speed chart for details.
How many rigs should I carry? +
Carry at least 4-6 per trip. King mackerel teeth damage the wire on every catch, so rigs are essentially single-use after a fish. At $7.99 each, stocking a dozen is affordable insurance. Browse our Clarkspoon Spoon Squid for an artificial alternative.
Can I use these for other species? +
Designed for king mackerel, but the stinger rig concept works for any species that short-strikes live bait. Wahoo, cobia, and large bluefish also benefit from a trailing hook. Our live bait rigging guide covers stinger techniques for different species.