Malosi Crusader 180M | Diving Minnow
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Product Description
Bite deep. Track true.
The Malosi Crusader 180M is a bibbed diving minnow built to dig quickly, hold depth and flash hard in current. A reinforced bill bites fast and tracks straight, the body rolls tight on the wind and kicks on sweeps, and the lure rises cleanly on the pause to clear snags and trigger reaction bites. Cast it at reef edges, ledges and bait lines when fish are feeding below the skin.
- Fast diving bill: polycarbonate bib grabs water instantly so you hit zone quickly from shore or boat.
- Tight roll + pulse: balanced body throws bright side-flash on a straight wind and pulses with a sweep.
- Stays true in current: tuned to run straight at varied speeds so you can cover water with confidence.
- Pause-and-rise trigger: floating posture lifts on the pause to clear weed and draw ambush strikes.
- Tunable hardware: ships unrigged so you can fine-tune running depth and buoyancy with hook choice.
Tip: make contact with the top of the structure, then pause, most bites come as the Crusader floats up and wobbles.
With a sweep of the rod, the Crusader lure produces a pronounced thudding action and an impressive rolling side-to-side flash during a slow, straight retrieve. The short bibbed nose keeps the lure in the water, allowing it to swim seductively just below the surface.
The Crusader excels when rigged with a treble hook on the belly and a single hook on the back, enhancing the lure’s action and allowing it to swim with a wider, more aggressive wobble. While double treble hooks add a little more weight, slightly dampening the base action, they offer more hook points for securing fish and still maintain a seductive swim pattern.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Floating Minnow (bibbed) |
| Model | Crusader 180M |
| Length | 180Â mm |
| Weight | 95g (unrigged) |
| Core | Solid Paulownia |
| Shell | ABS-like Resin |
| Through Wire | 2mm Stainless Steel |
| Top Coat | 10x Layers PU |
| Bill | Reinforced polycarbonate |
Best retrieve for Crusader 180M?
Wind steadily to dive and track, then add a pause to let it float up, hits often come right on the rise. Mix in long sweeps for a deeper bite and bigger pulse.
How do I control running depth?
Speed, rod angle and hook weight. Faster retrieve and lower rod tip = deeper; slow down or pause to rise. Lighter hooks increase float and reduce max depth.
Ideal tackle?
Medium to medium-heavy spin (5–10 kg line class) with a supple leader and a loop knot to free up action.
Where can I buy the Crusader 180M?
Available at Land & Sea, in-store and online — www.land-sea.co.nz.
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