★★★★★ 4.7/5 · 88 Reviews from offshore anglers

Mahi & Dorado Trolling Lures

Rigged Right For The Way Mahi Feed

Mahi hunt by sight, and a ballyhoo that rolls or spins is a bait they refuse. A molded lead keel weight keeps it tracking upright — and two-step rigging keeps you fishing when you're in them thick.

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    Molded from 100% lead with an integrated keel weight — the bait swims true, never spins
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    Two steps to rig: hook the bait, slide the lure on. No pins, wire wraps or rubber bands
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    Green/Yellow and Pink/Blue — the two colour combinations that produce on dolphin
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    Trolls true with ballyhoo at 6–8 knots

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The Collection

Everything For Your Mahi Spread

From a complete ready-to-fish package to rigging only — pick the level of prep that fits how you like to fish.

Combo Pack with Lures & Rigging

The all-inclusive package

$99.95$146.55

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    5 Lures
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    12 Rigs
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    6 color combinations

Starter Pack with Lures & Rigging

The entry level package

$47.95$65.80

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    2 Lures
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    6 Rigs
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    5 color combinations

5 Lure Pack

Make your own mahi trolling rig? This is your package

$44.95$74.75

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    5 Lures Only
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    1 Complimentary Rig
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    5 color combinations

TrollTrue Stinger Hook Rigs

Rigs only
$17.95
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    Monofilament or 7-strand wire
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    3 Rigs per pack
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    Custom rigging available
Why TrollTrue

Built For A Fish That Hunts By Sight

Four patented design elements, engineered for how mahi actually feed — visually, up close, and often as a whole school at once while you are trying to re-bait.
Keel Weighted

No Spinning, No Refusals

The keel weight is molded into the body and sits in the same position on every rig, so the ballyhoo tracks upright instead of depending on how well a pin was set. A fish watching the bait sees the difference.
Two-Step Rigging

Re-Bait Without Losing The School

Hook the bait, slide the lure on. No pin-rigging, no wire, no rubber bands. When a school is up and every rod is bent, that speed is the whole game.
Slotted Head

Runs Any Hook Style

Accommodates treble, circle or J-hooks, so your stinger hook matches how the fish are hitting that day — short-striking schoolies or committed bulls.
Lead Construction

Built For Demanding Conditions

Enough weight to control either bait at trolling speed without washing it out, with a powder-coated finish built for offshore conditions.
See It In The Water

Watch The Bait Swim Before You Buy

No guesswork on presentation — see exactly how a rigged ballyhoo tracks behind the boat.
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From Anglers Who Fish Dolphin

Trusted By 6,000 Anglers Worldwide

★★★★★

"No spinning of baits in the water"

Excellent product, no spinning of baits in the water. Runs true every time it hits the water.
— J.B.
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"Fish Killer"

Live bait wasn't working, so I decided to try the TrollTrue. As soon as I let it out and set the drag, I got bit!

— C. baker
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"Good rig"

Simple and effective — exactly what you want when the bite turns on and there is no time to think.

— D. Frost
Mahi Fishing FAQ

Questions From The Dolphin Spread

Can I customize my TrollTrue bundle?
Absolutely! You're the boss. Customizations include color combinations not available directly from the website. Packs of 60 lb rigging can be ordered in any combination of monofilament or 7-strand wire with no difference in price. Packs of custom rigging can be ordered in lieu of the standard 60 lb rigging at the same bundle price. The difference in the custom rigging is they come two (2) rigs per pack instead of the standard three (3) rigs per pack. If you want any customization on your bundle, place the order using any of the colors and text/call your requirements (910.995.2485). Include your 4-digit order number. Don't email the customizations as we ship orders quickly and may not see the email.
Can I run a skirt with a TrollTrue offshore trolling rig?
Yes — TrollTrue rigs are left open specifically for optional skirts. Slimmer options like squid skirts tend to work best since they add flash without restricting the water flow that keeps the bait swimming naturally.
What are my options for rigging TrollTrue offshore trolling lures?

Most anglers will have the best results using the TrollTrue 60 lb rigging in either monofilament or 7-strand wire. This rigging consists of a 4/0 live bait hook as the nose hook and a Size 1 4X treble hook as the trailer hook. This rigging is recommended for drags up to 30 lbs. 100 lb rigging is available in monofilament, or 7-strand wire. The nose hook is always a 4/0 live bait hook as that is what fits the lures. Trailer hooks are available is a variety of sizes and styles including treble hooks, circle hooks, and J-hooks.

What are the best lures for mahi mahi?
For trolling, a keel-weighted lure over a natural bait is hard to beat — you get the scent and profile of ballyhoo with a presentation that tracks straight. Green/Yellow and Pink/Blue are the consistent producers, which is no accident: mahi are cannibalistic and feed on smaller mahi.
What is the optimum trolling speed?
The optimal trolling speed is the speed that maximizes the action of the baits. Several factors can influence what that speed may be including bait position in the spread, sea conditions, and type of baitfish. Expect to troll ballyhoo in the 6-8 knot range to maximize their action. Cigar minnows are more fragile and stiffer. They will likely not ever "swim". At speeds greater than about 4-5 knots will likely wash out.
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