{"product_id":"c-h-kingfish-pro-buster-rig","title":"C\u0026H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig | Pre-Rigged King Mackerel Trolling Rig","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig | Pre-Rigged King Mackerel Trolling Rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines the proven fish-attracting action of the C\u0026amp;H King Buster lure with a professionally assembled wire leader and double-treble-hook system designed for serious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eking mackerel fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for slow trolling and drifting live bait, this ready-to-fish rig adds color, flash, and movement ahead of natural bait while providing the wire protection and hook coverage needed when targeting toothy, fast-striking kingfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're slow trolling live blue runners, threadfin herring, menhaden, or cigar minnows along Florida's Gulf Coast, the Kingfish Pro Buster Rig is designed to help turn quality bait presentations into strikes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Rigged for King Mackerel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKingfish are notorious for slashing at bait, often striking from behind or across the body rather than swallowing the entire bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe C\u0026amp;H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig addresses that challenge with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo #4 4X strong Mustad treble hooks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e attached to a three-foot AFW Tooth Proof wire leader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rig incorporates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H King Buster skirted trolling lure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/8 oz lure head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 2.5-inch skirted lure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree feet of AFW Tooth Proof camo brown wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo #4 4X strong Mustad treble hooks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFW swivel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreassembled, ready-to-bait construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis combination makes the rig particularly useful when fishing natural bait for king mackerel around reefs, wrecks, bait schools, and nearshore structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H King Buster Skirt — Color, Flash \u0026amp; Attraction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe King Buster skirt adds visual attraction ahead of your natural bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the rig moves through the water, the skirt provides color, flash, and movement that can help draw attention to the bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly useful when fishing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear offshore water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Gulf Coast water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBait schools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearshore reefs and wrecks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAreas holding Spanish mackerel and kingfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike an unadorned wire stinger rig, the King Buster adds a visual component without requiring anglers to abandon natural bait presentations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFW Tooth Proof Wire Leader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rig features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree feet of #5 AFW Tooth Proof camo brown wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing protection against the sharp teeth of king mackerel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe camo brown finish offers a subdued presentation while the single-strand stainless wire provides the bite resistance needed for kingfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anglers who prefer building their own custom kingfish leaders, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premiertackle.com\/search?q=AFW%20Tooth%20Proof\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFW Tooth Proof Stainless Steel Leader Wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is also worth considering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble Mustad Treble Hook System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo #4 4X strong Mustad treble hooks provide multiple hooking opportunities when kingfish slash at or short-strike a bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rig can be adjusted to match the size and presentation of the bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor live bait, place the forward hook carefully through the bait's nostril area and position the trailing hook according to bait size and swimming action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid restricting the bait's natural movement with excessive hook placement or unnecessary tension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Baits for the C\u0026amp;H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Blue Runners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA strong choice for larger kingfish, especially around reefs, wrecks, and offshore bait concentrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThreadfin Herring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent natural bait when kingfish are feeding on schooling baitfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMenhaden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA productive choice when kingfish are actively feeding on larger, oily baitfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCigar Minnows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful for both natural-bait trolling and presentations where a smaller, streamlined bait is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrip Baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe skirt and hook arrangement can also be used with prepared natural strip baits when live bait isn't available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish the Kingfish Pro Buster Rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kingfish Pro Buster Rig is particularly well suited to slow trolling natural bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA manufacturer-referenced trolling range is approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2–6 knots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although the correct speed depends on whether you're fishing live bait or a dead-bait presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor live bait, fish at the slower end of the range and adjust boat speed to keep the bait swimming naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor prepared dead baits, somewhat faster trolling may be appropriate if the bait tracks correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrifting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rig can also be fished while drifting over productive kingfish areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition baits at different distances behind the boat and consider staggering their depths to locate feeding fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishing Reefs and Wrecks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKingfish frequently patrol areas holding bait around natural and artificial structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow trolling along reef edges, wrecks, and nearby bait concentrations can be productive, particularly when current is moving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishing Bait Schools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen kingfish are feeding on threadfin herring, cigar minnows, or other schooling baitfish, a properly presented natural bait can be extremely effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe King Buster skirt adds additional visibility to the presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing the Right Skirt Color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor selection should complement water clarity, available light, and the natural baitfish in the area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue, White \u0026amp; Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural starting point for clear water and baitfish-oriented presentations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChartreuse \u0026amp; Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful when fishing greener water or when additional visibility is desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink \u0026amp; White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile contrasting color combination for changing light and water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack, Purple \u0026amp; Dark Patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorth considering in lower-light conditions or when a stronger silhouette is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect from the available color options to match your local fishing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H King Buster skirted lure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-rigged kingfish trolling system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/8 oz lure head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 2.5-inch skirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-foot AFW Tooth Proof wire leader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamo brown single-strand wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo #4 4X strong Mustad treble hooks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFW swivel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for natural-bait trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for live bait, cigar minnows, and strip baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds color, flash, and movement to bait presentations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for king mackerel fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing Mackerel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKingfish Tournaments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive-Bait Fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCigar Minnow Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearshore Reefs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffshore Wrecks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBait Schools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGulf Coast Fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural-Bait Presentations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremier Tackle Take\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC\u0026amp;H Kingfish Pro Buster Rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent choice for anglers who want a ready-to-fish kingfish presentation without assembling individual wire leaders and stinger hooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe particularly like this style of rig for slow trolling natural bait around reefs, wrecks, and bait concentrations off Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of AFW Tooth Proof wire, strong Mustad trebles, and the King Buster skirt provides durability, hooking coverage, and additional attraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur recommendation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep several skirt colors ready so you can adjust your presentation to water clarity, light conditions, and baitfish activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional trolling presentations, explore our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premiertackle.com\/collections\/saltwater-trolling-baits\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater Trolling Baits \u0026amp; Lures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring proven lures for kingfish, mahi, tuna, wahoo, and other offshore gamefish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding a complete setup? 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