Tuna Lures

Tuna Lures

Trolling Lures for Tuna: How to Increase Your Chances of a Great Catch

Fishing for tuna is fun and very popular with sport fishing lovers in many countries, with the US being no exception. We love our game fishing as much as anyone and we are fortunate enough to have a fine range of options. If there are tuna in your part of the country, you will know how much fun it is pitting your wits against them. But there is one thing more important than spending a day fishing, and that is spending a successful day out there: catching fish is more fun than not catching any. To increase your chances, it is vital to have the best tuna lures you can find, and you are in the perfect place to do that. We at Nomad Tackle have a range of tuna trolling lures that are the product of our love of fishing combined with design and engineering expertise. Read More

What Makes Great Tuna Fishing Lures?

To answer this, let’s take you back to the youth of our founder, Damon Olsen. He grew up in Australia in a family where fishing was the prime form of entertainment, so he was out there from an early age and soon began actively catching fish along with the older folks. As time went by, being a practical sort of person, he studied for and obtained a degree in engineering which came in very handy when he began thinking about improving the fishing lures he had been using thus far. Eventually, he started applying his aptitude to his hobby, designing and offering tuna lures for sale. The early ones were pretty good, but he continued to refine and modify his ideas until he was selling the best tuna fishing lures his customers had ever used. So, what does it take to make great trolling tuna lures? It takes passion, it takes an analytical mind, it takes creativity, and it takes excellent manufacturing techniques using the best materials. The thing about lures is that how they move is as important as how they look, to convince a tuna that lunch has arrived and it’s self-service.

Trolling Tuna Lures and the Global Nature of Sport Fishing

When Damon decided to expand outside his homeland, he got some hands-on experience of sport fishing in US waters and soon found that what worked back home could also work here, even if the species in the sea were different. To ensure the US operation was equally effective and successful, he sought out and hired some top American sport fishing people, whose local knowledge meant no stone was unturned in the search for excellence building lures as well jigs for tuna.

Mastering Tuna Fishing: Lures, Techniques, and Expert Advice

Catching tuna requires skillful strategy. While an excellent tuna lure is essential, success depends on factors like location and personal preference. Explore our diverse range of tuna fishing lures, tailored to individual tastes. Seasoned anglers have their go-to lures and backup options for challenging days. Embrace experience over tutorials for optimal results. Browse our selection on the website to stack the odds in your favor and venture out for a rewarding tuna fishing experience.

Where can I get These Top-Grade Tuna Lures?

You can get them right here by ordering online, or if you’d prefer to see them in the flesh first, type in your location and we’ll show you where the nearest stockist is. Then get yourself some of the best trolling lures for tuna in the world, and the rest is up to you. Good luck and happy fishing!

In the meantime, you can also check out our wahoo lures or redfish fishing lures if that's what you're after.

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  • Madmacs 160 High Speed Sinking 6"

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Lure Specifications

Madmacs 160 High Speed Sinking 6 Madmacs 160 High Speed Sinking 6"
length: 6"
weight: 6oz
depth: 5-12ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 5/0
uses: Trolling 5-20kn
Madmacs 200 High Speed Sinking 8 Madmacs 200 High Speed Sinking 8"
length: 8"
weight: 11-1/4oz
depth: 5-12ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 11/0
uses: Trolling 5-20kn
DTX Minnow 165 Sinking 6-1/2 DTX Minnow 165 Sinking 6-1/2"
length: 6-1/2"
weight: 3-1/4oz
depth: 30ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 7/0
uses: Trolling 3-12kn
Madmacs 240 High Speed Sinking 10 Madmacs 240 High Speed Sinking 10"
length: 10"
weight: 14oz
depth: 5-15ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 13/0
uses: Trolling 5-15kn
Madmacs 130 High Speed Sinking 5 Madmacs 130 High Speed Sinking 5"
length: 5"
weight: 3 1/3oz
depth: 3-4ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 4/0
uses: Casting and Trolling 5-15kn
Slipstream 200 Flying Fish 8 Slipstream 200 Flying Fish 8"
length: 8"
weight: 5oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Kajiki 3X Single 12/0
uses: Kite - Casting – Trolling up to 9kn
The Streaker Jig 120g - 4oz The Streaker Jig 120g - 4oz
weight: 120g - 4oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 3/0
uses: Vertical Fast Jigging
style: High Pitch
The Gypsea Jig 120g - 4oz The Gypsea Jig 120g - 4oz
weight: 120g - 4oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 3/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
The Buffalo Jig 120g - 4oz The Buffalo Jig 120g - 4oz
weight: 120g - 4oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 2/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Vertical Slow Pitch Flash Fall
The Gypsea Jig 200g - 7oz The Gypsea Jig 200g - 7oz
weight: 200g - 7oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
DTX Minnow 140 Floating 5-1/2 DTX Minnow 140 Floating 5-1/2"
length: 5-1/2"
weight: 1-3/4oz
depth: 26ft
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Viper 4X Trebles 2/0
uses: Trolling 2-10kn
Ridgeback LC 80g - 3oz Casting Iron Ridgeback LC 80g - 3oz Casting Iron
length: 110mm - Approx 4 5/16in
weight: 80g - 3oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK Fang 4X Treble #1
uses: Casting Metal
The Streaker Jig 320g - 11oz The Streaker Jig 320g - 11oz
weight: 320g - 11oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 5/0
uses: Vertical Fast Jigging
style: High Pitch
Slipstream 140 Flying Fish 5-1/2 Slipstream 140 Flying Fish 5-1/2"
length: 5-1/2"
weight: 1-3/4oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Kajiki 3X Single 6/0
uses: Kite - Casting – Trolling up to 9kn
The Streaker Jig 200g - 7oz The Streaker Jig 200g - 7oz
weight: 200g - 7oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Vertical Fast Jigging
style: High Pitch
Chug Norris 150 Popper 6 Chug Norris 150 Popper 6"
length: 6"
weight: 3oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 5/0
uses: Casting
style: Popper
The Buffalo Jig 180g - 6-1/4oz The Buffalo Jig 180g - 6-1/4oz
weight: 180g - 6-1/4oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Vertical Slow Pitch Flash Fall
Riptide 155 Fast Sinking 6 Riptide 155 Fast Sinking 6"
length: 6"
weight: 2-4/5oz
depth: Sub Surface
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 4/0
uses: Casting
style: Stickbait
Chug Norris 120 Popper 4-3/4 Chug Norris 120 Popper 4-3/4"
length: 4-3/4"
weight: 1-1/2oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 3/0
uses: Casting
style: Popper
The Buffalo Jig 230g - 8oz The Buffalo Jig 230g - 8oz
weight: 230g - 8oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Vertical Slow Pitch Flash Fall
The Ridgeback 200g - 7oz The Ridgeback 200g - 7oz
weight: 200g - 7oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
Ridgeback LC 60g - 2oz Casting Iron Ridgeback LC 60g - 2oz Casting Iron
length: 100mm - Approx 4in
weight: 60g - 2oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK Fang 4X Treble #2
uses: Casting Metal
Chug Norris 95 Popper 3-3/4 Chug Norris 95 Popper 3-3/4"
length: 3-3/4"
weight: 3/4oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK 4X Trebles
uses: Casting
style: Popper
Chug Norris 180 Popper 7 Chug Norris 180 Popper 7"
length: 7"
weight: 5oz
depth: Surface
action: Floating
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Single 9/0 & 11/0
uses: Casting
style: Popper
The Buffalo Jig 320g - 11oz The Buffalo Jig 320g - 11oz
weight: 320g - 11oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 5/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Vertical Slow Pitch Flash Fall
The Ridgeback 160g - 5-1/2oz The Ridgeback 160g - 5-1/2oz
weight: 160g - 5-1/2oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 3/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
The Ridgeback 320g - 11oz The Ridgeback 320g - 11oz
weight: 320g - 11oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 5/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
The Ridgeback 120g - 4oz The Ridgeback 120g - 4oz
weight: 120g - 4oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 2/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
Chug Norris 72 Autotune™ 3 Chug Norris 72 Autotune™ 3"
length: 3"
weight: 3/8oz
depth: Surface
action: “Walk The Dog” Style Popper
hooks fitted: BKK 1X Trebles #8
uses: Casting
hook/jighead recommendation: Snap Clip Recommended
The Streaker Jig 160g - 5-1/2oz The Streaker Jig 160g - 5-1/2oz
weight: 160g - 5-1/2oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 4/0
uses: Vertical Fast Jigging
style: High Pitch
The Gypsea Jig 160g - 5-1/2oz The Gypsea Jig 160g - 5-1/2oz
weight: 160g - 5-1/2oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK 5X Assist 3/0
uses: Jigging – Slow Pitch & Conventional
style: Back Slide
Ridgeback LC 40g - 1-1/2oz Casting Iron Ridgeback LC 40g - 1-1/2oz Casting Iron
length: 85mm - Approx 3 3/8in
weight: 40g - 1-1/2oz
action: Fast Sink
hooks fitted: BKK Fang 4X Treble #4
uses: Casting Metal
DTX Minnow 200 Heavy Duty Sinking 8 DTX Minnow 200 Heavy Duty Sinking 8"
length: 8"
weight: 5-4/5oz
depth: 40ft
action: Sinking
hooks fitted: BKK Diablo 5X Singles 11/0
uses: Trolling 3-12kn