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Epic Fishing Co Axis Wahoo Lure Kit - Stainless Steel with Trolling Weight - High Speed

Epic Fishing Co Axis Wahoo Lure Kit - Stainless Steel with Trolling Weight - High Speed

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Stainless Wahoo Trolling Lure Kit - Ready to Troll

The Epic Axis kit puts a proven wahoo killer in the water without a single crimp, swage, or knot on your end. Inside the bag you get the stainless steel Epic Axis lure dressed with double UV skirts, a 32oz trolling weight already rigged inline, 25ft of 250lb mono shock leader, and a 6ft 480lb stainless cable stiff rig terminating in a 9/0 southern tuna hook. Pick one of five UV color patterns, clip it to your snap swivel, and set the drag. This kit is built for anglers who want to troll 8-18 knots for wahoo without spending an afternoon at the rigging bench. Everything is sized, matched, and assembled by the team at Epic Fishing Co.
  • Complete rigged kit - lure, weight, leader, and hookset in one package
  • 480lb stainless cable stiff rig prevents wahoo bite-offs
  • 32oz inline trolling weight holds depth at high speed
  • 5 UV color patterns in high-polish stainless
  • Troll 8-18 knots - matches wahoo's preferred strike window

Read our complete wahoo fishing guide

Drop a Tournament-Ready Wahoo Spread in Minutes, Not Hours

Rigging wahoo lures properly takes time, the right components, and experience crimping heavy cable. Get one thing wrong and a 60lb wahoo bites through your leader or throws the hook on a blistering run. Most anglers lose fish to bad rigging, not bad lure choice.

The Epic Axis kit eliminates that problem. Every component is pre-matched and assembled: the 480lb stainless cable stiff rig keeps the 9/0 hook tracking straight behind the lure so wahoo can't leverage it loose, the 32oz weight holds your spread at depth even at 14-16 knots, and the 25ft shock leader gives you enough stretch to absorb the initial strike without popping the line. You are not buying parts. You are buying a ready weapon.

Epic Fishing Co. designed this kit in-house and tests every configuration on the water. The stainless lure body runs true at speeds that melt plastic alternatives, and the UV skirt patterns are tuned for the colors wahoo key on in deep blue water. Five guys on your boat can each grab a different color and have a full spread deployed before the first trolling pass.

480lb Stainless Cable Stiff Rig

The 6ft stiff rig uses 480lb test stainless steel cable that wahoo teeth cannot cut. The single hook design with a 9/0 stainless southern tuna hook keeps the point riding behind the lure skirt for clean hooksets. Stiff rigs prevent the hook from fouling on the lure body at speed, which is critical when you are trolling 12-18 knots.

32oz Inline Trolling Weight

The 32oz trolling weight comes pre-rigged inline so your lure tracks at the right depth without extra hardware. At 10-14 knots this weight keeps the Epic Axis in the top 15-20ft of the water column where wahoo feed. No need to source, rig, or match a separate weight to the kit.

25ft 250lb Mono Shock Leader

A wahoo hitting a lure at 60mph generates massive shock load. The 25ft section of 250lb monofilament absorbs that initial strike energy before it reaches your mainline. This length also keeps the heavy cable and weight far enough from your fishing line connection to prevent tangles during high speed turns.

How to Deploy the Epic Axis Kit

1. Remove the kit from the bag and uncoil the shock leader. Inspect all crimps and the hook point.

2. Attach the loop end of the 250lb shock leader to your mainline or snap swivel using a loop-to-loop connection.

3. Let the lure out 50-100ft behind the boat while at trolling speed (8-18 knots). The 32oz weight will pull the rig to depth.

4. Set your reel drag to strike position. Wahoo hit fast, so keep the rod in a holder with the clicker on.

5. When a fish hits, let the rod load fully before pulling it from the holder. The stiff rig does the hooking work for you.

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Lure Model Epic Axis
Lure Material Stainless Steel, High Polish
Skirt Type Double Epic UV Lure Skirts
UV Color Patterns Purple/Black/Gold, Mahi, Pink/Clear, Red/Green, Blue/Purple/White
Trolling Weight 32oz, rigged inline
Shock Leader 25ft of 250lb monofilament
Cable Rig 6ft of 480lb stainless steel cable
Rig Type Single hook stiff rig
Hook 9/0 stainless southern tuna hook
Trolling Speed 8-18 knots
Target Species Wahoo (also tuna, mahi)
Vendor Epic Fishing Co.
Kit Contents Lure, trolling weight, shock leader, cable stiff rig with hook
What is included in the Epic Axis wahoo trolling lure kit? +
The kit includes the Epic Axis stainless steel lure with double UV skirts, a 32oz inline trolling weight, 25ft of 250lb mono shock leader, and a 6ft 480lb stainless cable stiff rig with a 9/0 southern tuna hook. Everything arrives pre-rigged and ready to deploy.
What speed should I troll the Epic Axis lure? +
The Epic Axis runs best at 8-18 knots, which covers the sweet spot for wahoo. Most captains find 12-16 knots produces the best strikes. Check our trolling speed chart for speed recommendations by species and lure type.
Can I buy the Epic Axis lure without the weight and leader? +
Yes. The Epic Axis stainless wahoo lure is available as a standalone if you prefer to rig your own leader and weight setup.
Why does this kit use a stiff rig instead of a flexible cable rig? +
Stiff rigs keep the hook tracking straight behind the lure at high trolling speeds. A flexible rig lets the hook swing and foul on the lure body, which kills your hookup rate. Our stiff rig hooksets page explains the design in more detail.
Do I need to add my own snap swivel? +
The kit terminates in a loop on the leader end. You will want a quality ball bearing snap swivel to connect it to your mainline. This also lets you swap lure kits quickly while trolling.
Will wahoo bite through the 250lb mono leader? +
The mono shock leader is not the bite protection. The 6ft of 480lb stainless steel cable directly above the hook handles wahoo teeth. The mono section absorbs strike shock and connects to your mainline. Read our wire vs mono leader guide for a full breakdown.
Can I use this kit for other species like tuna or mahi? +
The Epic Axis will absolutely catch tuna and mahi at trolling speed. The stainless body and UV skirts work on anything that eats a fast-moving lure. Check our tuna fishing guide and mahi fishing guide for species-specific tactics.
What is the advantage of a stainless steel lure over resin or plastic? +
Stainless steel lures are nearly indestructible and maintain their action at speeds that warp or crack plastic heads. The Epic Axis holds its tracking and vibration pattern from 8 knots all the way to 18 knots. See our trolling lure guide for a comparison of lure head materials.
How do I set up a full wahoo trolling spread with these kits? +
Run 4-6 lines at staggered distances (50-150ft back) with different UV color patterns. The 32oz weight keeps all your lines at a consistent depth. Our trolling spread rigging guide walks through exact positions for each rod.
Is the 32oz weight heavy enough for high speed trolling? +
At 8-14 knots, 32oz keeps the lure in the top 15-20ft where wahoo feed. If you are running over 16 knots or want deeper presentation, you can swap in a heavier option from our trolling weights collection.