Looking for the best Wahoo lures for planer fishing in South Florida? The Mahi Maniacs Maniac Torpedo and Maniac Jet Torpedo are two options worth adding to your spread. Whether you’re fishing off Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or the Florida Keys, these versatile trolling lures offer plenty of flash while also appealing to Mahi and Tuna.
1. Mahi Maniacs - Maniac Flash Bullet with Strip Bait Rig
The Mahi Maniacs Maniac Flash Bullet is a great choice for wahoo trolling with Bonita strips or artificial bait strips. It adds flash to your bait presentation whether you’re fishing deeper behind a planer or trolling near the surface on a flat line. Just thread on your favorite strip bait and get to trolling—no frills, just a lure and rig that is proven and ready to get you hooked up!
2. Mahi Maniacs - Maniac Torpedo
The Maniac Torpedo is a great choice for anglers who want a lure they can troll behind a planer or on a flat line. Its reflective Mylar and durable rubber skirt create an appealing combination of flash and movement. Fish it naked or in front of rigged ballyhoo or strip bait to add a natural bait presentation to your spread.
Highly effective for Wahoo, Mahi, and Tuna, this lure offers versatility when several offshore species are feeding in the same area. It comes unrigged or rigged with mono or 135-pound cable, giving you options for building your setup.
3. Mahi Maniacs Maniac Jet Torpedo
The Maniac Jet Torpedo is another strong addition to your South Florida Wahoo planer spread. Loaded with reflective Mylar and finished with a rubber skirt, it provides a flashy presentation that can be trolled naked or paired with ballyhoo.
Available rigged with 80-pound mono or 135-pound camo cable and a 7/0 2X Mustad hook to drive the hook into the jaw and to ensure it will get the job done. The Maniac Jet Torpedo and Maniac Torpedo also targets Mahi, Tuna, and Kingfish. Color options include Purple/Black, Blue/Silver/White, and Pink/Flash, making it easy to add different looks to your trolling spread.
Choosing Your Wahoo Planer Lures
Start with the Maniac Torpedo for a versatile lure that fits both planer and flat-line presentations, and add the Maniac Jet Torpedo to give your spread even more action. Experiment with colors and naked versus meat presentations, then adjust based on what draws strikes.
Shop the Maniac Torpedo and Maniac Jet Torpedo at Paradise Tackle and get ready for your next South Florida Wahoo trip.