Braid 914-B/O Wahoo Marauder Large Lure Black/Orange

Braid 914-B/O Wahoo Marauder Large Lure Black/Orange

Price: $63.28
Model
TD Code
SizeTrolling SpeedWeightLengthColorPrice
914-B/O
BRD-0093
Large6 to 12 Knots18 oz.11 in.Black/Orange$63.28 USD
Trolled at high speed, the hard, tail-beating action of this lure draws savage strikes from the world's flashiest gamefish. Marauder™ is the true-tracking lure of choice for wahoo catchers. Pull these lures up to 12 knots and hang on. Rarely needs adjusting, but slight turn of line tie will do the trick. The exact angle of the diving face and internal ballast keep the lure working at all times. The remarkable Marauder's™ vibrating action matches that of a fleeing mackerel. Better than live bait, this durable plug has the best hooking qualities around with dual, swiveled single hooks.
4.5 Stars based on 9 reviews
By John
Texas
Good wahoo lure
December 15, 2020
I have had much luck over the years using this to troll for wahoo.
Pros
  • Durable
Cons
  • Pricey
By Jonathan
Weston Lakes, TX
Wahoo
June 18, 2020
Simple easy lure for wahoo. Don't have to worry about trolling weights or a planer.
Pros
  • Simplicity
Cons
  • Price
By Rod27
Miami
Hook up ratio can be better
July 13, 2019
not sure if it's cause the hook can wrap around the lure's body cuz it is 1/4 inch too long or what..... maybe ill add some rescue tape around the swivel to prevent the hook from flopping around everywhere.
By KG
Florida
Another go to Wahoo lure
March 8, 2018
Too easy to catch Wahoo with these. I have all but eliminated skirted lures from my spread because these produce ever time I go out.
Cons
  • None
By Gerald S.
Hawaii
Large Skipjack Marauder
April 8, 2017
Great lure, nice colors, tracks great at high speed.
Pros
  • Large lure gets more bites to me than the medium size Marauder.
Cons
  • After a few trips and fish hits, the lure seems to fill with water and track erratic. Solution would be to drill a couple holes on the bottom.
By Gerald S.
Hawaii
Lure performance
April 8, 2017
Very good quality. Tracks well at my trolling speed between 8-10 knots. I notice the large lure has more strikes, but the misses are also more.
Pros
  • Lots of hits with this large lure.
Cons
  • More misses than the medium Marauder.
By W T.
Charlotte, NC
Wahoo/Mahi slayer
February 18, 2016
Always pull one off the corner. Catches the big dolphin and wahoo love it.
Pros
  • Catches fish. Period
Cons
  • Sometimes swims erratically and will jump out of water when reeling in if not careful.
By C H.
Kona, Hi
Marauders work, however.....
October 13, 2014
I use marauders on a consistent basis. I like the large orange/black. They work great for wahoo. I troll them at higher speeds(10 knots+) and run em close to the boat with my jet heads on the longer lines. I use a 300# mono leader but I see a lot of the other captains using wire leaders. I like to use them as they are factory made but I've seen other guys change out the hooks. I see guys using double hooks on them, too. I've caught wahoo on the medium black/purple and the large orange/black.
On 3 separate occasions, on the 3 different large marauders, I've had one of the hooks break off the lure after a strike. Each time the break occurs at the stainless steel ring that connects the large swivel to the body of the lure. These are newer, rust free, seemingly perfect condition lures. I've e-mailed Braid and sent them pictures of the lures but they failed to respond. Disappointing. I've like to hear an opinion.
Also, Some of the marauders will split at the seam, on the head of the lure and absorb water. This problem occurs often and the rattle fails to work after this has happened.
Pros
  • They catch wahoo. Less time replacing lure skirts.
Cons
  • Expensive. The quality of the lure does not match the price. Poor life expectancy of the product.
By C c.
Kona, Hawaii
Marauder on wahoo
May 2, 2014
I always have a Marauder in my pattern when tracking down wahoo. I've recently tried the skipjack model and have had great results!
Pros
  • Attracts wahoo to the boat. The strong vibrations are a definite turn on for the fish.
Cons
  • The single hooks are not super effective. I would guesstimate that the lure has a 50% strike to hook up ratio. The wahoo WILL go after the other lures in your spread even after they miss the maurader. Some of the other captains are using/experimenting with double hooks on the lure but I'm not sure how it effects the overall performance. It would be helpful if Braid would give some suggestions on multiple options for hook rigs.
1 Question & 1 Answer
SCOTT
from FL asked:
March 7, 2017
I see many anglers recommending this lure for wahoo trolling. Being that it is 18 oz, Im sure a heavy action rod is needed, but what would the minimum size reel and line strength be for a lure like this?
1 Answers
The Shimano Tekota 500 with 65 lb braid would be suitable to troll with the Braid 914-B/O Wahoo Marauder Large Lure. Thank you for considering TcakleDirect for your fishing needs.
Donald
on March 8, 2017

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