LIVE OPS BARRAMUNDI
Barra don’t give up bites easily. Live Ops lures are engineered for precision casts, slow-rolled presentations, and strike-triggering action deep in the structure where barra hunt.
OUTSMART BARRA
When barra are moody or buried deep in structure, the right presentation makes all the difference. From the hard-hitting Maniax Swimbait and versatile Dozer Minnow to the added flash of Dozer Mirage-X, there's a lure for every bite.
Work the Tideline, Switcher and Sumo Shrimp for lifelike prawn action, or bring extra flash and movement with the Wingman, Spectre and Dozer Mirage-X range. Want the edge? Hit the blog for rigging, retrieves and lure-specific barra tips.
MANIAX SWIMBAIT
SAVAGE EATS. SOLID HOOKUPS
The Maniax Paddle Tail is made for fish that hit like a freight train. Its slow-rolling body and heavy tail thump push serious water, triggering aggressive Barra strikes in creeks, snags and open systems.
Built tough with Titan-RX TPE and high-visibility Reactor-UV colours, Maniax stays connected through savage eats and aerial head shakes right to the net.
DOZER PADDLETAIL
BUILD TO THUMP & ROLL
When barra are sulking in structure, sitting deep in drains or refusing to chase, the Dozer Minnow Paddletail delivers the slow-roll action to get them moving. Both the Original Dozer and Dozer Mirage-X feature a hard-thumping paddle tail and full-body roll that push water even at slow speeds.
The Original Dozer brings ultra-tough Titan-RX™ TPE durability, while the Dozer Mirage-X adds a super-soft PVC body and internal Mirage-X foil for extra flash and baitfish realism. Whether you're fishing heavy cover or targeting pressured barra, there's a Dozer to match the conditions.
FEATURES
- Slow Roll Action – Powerful tail thump and body roll at low speeds.
- Oversized Paddle Tail – Maximum water displacement.
- Keel-Stabilised – Balanced, consistent tracking.
- Original Dozer – Tough Titan-RX™ TPE with belly slot for weedless rigging.
- Dozer Mirage-X – Super-soft PVC with lifelike internal foil flash.
- Tracer Scent – Added attraction across both ranges.
- Versatile Rigging – Fish weedless or on a jighead.
BARRA TACTICS & TECHNIQUES
- Slow-Roll Drains – Crawl either Dozer through drain mouths with a steady tail thump.
- Skip into Snags – Rig weedless to work tight into mangroves and structure.
- Flash & Trigger – Use Mirage-X for added flash when barra follow but won't commit.
- Pulse & Stall – Short lifts and controlled falls to trigger strikes.
- Work Deep Edges – Slow-roll and pause when barra are shut down.
STORAGE TIP: The Original Dozer uses TPE, while the Mirage-X uses PVC. Always store them separately to prevent damage.
RIGGED & UNRIGGED
PRAWN POWER
When barra are holding tight to structure or feeding on prawns, the right presentation can trigger the bite. From natural sinking action to erratic flick-back movements, these three prawn profiles give you more ways to get barra to commit.
- TIDELINE SHRIMP 4.25" – Pre-rigged and perfectly balanced for a natural sink and lifelike prawn movement. Ready to fish straight from the pack.
- SWITCHER SHRIMP 5" – Versatile forward or backward rigging lets you switch between natural swimming action and an erratic flick-back escape to trigger barra around structure.
- SUMO SHRIMP RANGE – Built tough for hard-hitting barra, with lifelike action, durable Titan-RX™ TPE and rigged or unrigged options to suit your presentation.
SWITCHER SHRIMP
The Switcher Shrimp is the go-to prawn profile for barra in tight structure, heavy current, and pressured water. With a true flick-back action, four rigging modes, and the ShrimpLock System, it adapts to cover, sink rate, and retrieve to trigger aggressive strikes when it counts.
Tactics:
Flick-and-Fall – Tail-first rig for flick-hops through drains and back eddies.
Drain Edge Glide – Nose-first rig for slow rolling across current seams and muddy bottoms.
Weedless Ready – EWG rig to skip-cast into heavy mangrove roots or overhanging timber.
Pause & Pulse - Let it fall and shimmer on slack line as the bite often comes on the drop.
MIRAGE-X
FLASH THAT GETS BIT
When barra are following but won't commit, give them something they can't ignore. The Wingman 6.5" Mirage-X and Spectre Minnow 6.25" Mirage-X combine super-soft PVC bodies with internal Mirage-X foil for lifelike flash, natural movement and serious presence around structure.
KEY FEATURES
- Wingman 6.5" – Split or joined tail legs deliver two distinct actions, from strong body roll to subtle finesse movement.
- Spectre 6.25" – Slim baitfish profile with natural body roll and paddle tail kick.
- Mirage-X Foil – Internal foil creates realistic baitfish flash.
- Super-Soft PVC – Responsive action, even on slow retrieves.
- Versatile Rigging – Adapt your presentation to depth, structure and feeding behaviour.
BARRA TACTICS & TECHNIQUES
- Twitch & Roll – Fish the Wingman with joined legs for strong rolling action.
- Split & Slow – Separate the Wingman legs for a slower, subtle presentation.
- Slow-Roll Structure – Work the Spectre along timber, drains and drop-offs.
- Flash & Pause – Use short lifts and pauses to trigger following barra.
