Skirted Trolling Lures
Skirted trolling lures are the backbone of game fishing. Compleat Angler Nedlands stocks from Bonze, Angler Tackle, C&H Lures, and Lure One — various head shapes, sizes, and skirt colours for marlin, tuna, wahoo, and more.
From small 6" teasers to massive marlin lures, we have options for every spread position and sea condition.
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What skirted lures for tuna?
Small to medium (6-9") lures in blue/white, green/yellow, or pink/white. Run them in the wash or short rigger positions. Tuna respond to fast-trolled lures with tight actions.
How do I rig skirted lures?
Thread leader through the lure head, attach a hook set (usually 2 hooks in tandem), and secure with crimps and thimbles. The rig should run straight without spinning. We can show you rigging techniques in-store.
What head shape for what conditions?
Flat-face: big smoke trail, calm to moderate seas. Angled: good in rough water, track well. Cup-face: big blooping action, attract from distance. Bullet: fast trolling, minimal splash.
How many lures in a spread?
A typical spread runs 4-7 lures at different distances and positions — short corner, long corner, short rigger, long rigger, shotgun. Start with 4 and add as you gain experience.