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Temple Reef Ballista Detonator

$30 - $35

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Description

Temple Reef is known for top-notch, high-performance fishing rods, but they also manufacture high-quality lures like the Ballista Line. Made from durable paulownia wood with stainless steel wire-through construction and a heavy-duty swivel as the belly tow point. The Ballista Detonator Big Mouth is a powerhouse popper designed with an extra-large cup to create massive splashes, dynamic bubble trails, and intense noise—perfect for provoking aggressive strikes. Engineered for GT, it also excels at attracting dogtooth tuna, snappers, bluefin, yellowfin tuna, and more. Highly effective in deeper fishing spots, the Detonator has been proven to draw fish from remarkable distances. For optimal performance, rig it with two large treble hooks and get ready for explosive action on the water. Recommended hook size: Trebles: 6/0 – 7/0 Weight Length Cup Diameter 168g 200mm 52mm 188g 205mm 52mm

Specifications

Category

Offshore Poppers

Weight

5.92 oz (168 g)

Length

7.87 in (200 mm)

Target Species

offshore

Techniques

casting, topwater

Water Column

surface

Action

cup-face popper

Conditions

open water, low light

Field Notes

Use this popper when you want to call fish up from distance with loud surface commotion and big splash. It is built for aggressive casting presentations over deeper offshore water, especially when targeting tuna, GT, and other pelagics around open water structure.

Pros

  • Extra-large cup face creates heavy splash and bubble trail
  • Wire-through construction adds durability for hard-fighting fish
  • Designed for long-distance attraction in offshore water

Cons

  • Requires strong tackle and large treble hooks
  • Surface commotion may be too aggressive in calm or pressured conditions

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