Our Top 5 Best Blue Marlin Lures
Posted by Team Zacatak on 9th Jun 2021
The blue marlin, one of the largest and most striking fish in the ocean, is also one of the most exciting species of fish to catch. Blue marlin fishing is not child's play - but then again, neither are some of the prizes for 'Heaviest Blue Marlin' up for grabs in many tournaments around the globe! If you're serious and you have the guts to try, here's what you need to know...
In the past, conquering blue marlin was left to the 'big boys' of competitive game fishing. But with a little knowledge and lot of determination, landing a blue marlin is certainly within reach. As with any sport, your greatest chance of success starts with having the right gear and knowing how to use it.
Large skirted lures have been the go-to blue marlin lures for decades. Skirted lures can be rigged up with hooks and trolled as lures, or they can be used as teasers in conjunction with bait. Trolling for blue marlin is by far the most effective way to cover water and find fish. It can be extremely fast-paced and dramatic as well as monotonous and uneventful, but more often than not it's a combination of both - hours of boredom interrupted by seconds of absolute frenzy!
We've put together our top 5 best blue marlin lures to produce giant fish:-
MONSTER 16" CRACKER IN ZACATAK
Blues love smashing lures in close to the boat. The Cracker is turbulent and aggressive, popping up out of the water before completely disappearing underneath. It wavers erratically from left to right, mesmerising big fish towards the boat. It's a bestseller and we wouldn't leave for a blue marlin trip without one.
The Roach is a stable lure in all conditions, with a wicked head shake for maximum vibration. Producing a nice big smoke trail, the darker colours of this lure contrast with the Magenta Pink inner skirt to provide contrast in the boat wash.
EXTRA LARGE 15" SMOKA IN DELTA BLUE
The Smoka features a long, turbulent smoke trail and tight continuous action, perfect for chasing blues.
LARGE 13" SPROCKET IN GREEN LUMO
The 'go-to' lure in any spread. Enough said.
MEDIUM 11.5" THUNDERSTRUCK IN ELECTRIC DORADO
This is probably the most exciting new marlin lure on the market. The first time it was run, the Thunderstruck was smashed by a blue marlin within ten minutes, and continuous results have earned its reputation as the 'marlin magnet'. The blue glitter outer skirt of this combo is jam-packed with UV, lighting up in the water and enticing blue marlin into your spread.
If you're looking for a complete blue marlin spread, Zacatak's Heavy Tackle Marlin Lure Packs take out the guesswork, pairing the right lure with the correct position to make the most of your time on the water. We highly recommend the Makaira Slayer and Trophy Hunter bundles for blue marlin fishing.
It can be easily argued that blue marlin are the most thrilling fish species to tame, hence why so many tournaments centre around blue marlin fishing. Raising a hefty blue up to your spread and watching it smash your lures will be a moment you won't ever forget!