Fatboy Lures - C4-Tube
About this lure
Splashy Surface Commotion with Balanced Tracking
The C-4 Tube is a high-action lure with a tube-style head and subtle scoop, creating erratic splashes and strong bubble output. Internally keel-weighted for stability, it stays planted while producing just the right chaos to provoke reaction strikes. Its vibrant action mimics panicked baitfish—especially deadly on tuna and striped marlin.
Target Species: Tuna, mahi-mahi, striped and blue marlin
Action: Splashy, erratic skips with a strong smoke trail
Rigging Options: Available rigged or unrigged
Recommended Spread Positions:
6.5" – Long Rigger or Shotgun: Lively surface skitter for wary pelagics
8.5" – Long Rigger: Mid-range surface chaos, perfect for raising billfish
10.5" – Long Corner: Big, noisy attraction close in, ideal for marlin or large tuna
The C-4 Tube adds flash and energy to any spread, with consistent performance even when the seas get messy.
How to fish the Fatboy Lures - C4-Tube
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
The C-4 Tube is a surface trolling lure designed to be deployed in a spread behind a moving boat.
Deploy the 6.5" size on the long rigger or shotgun position for a lively surface skitter that appeals to wary pelagics; use the 8.5" on the long rigger for mid-range surface chaos to raise billfish; and position the 10.5" on the long corner for maximum noise and attraction close to the boat, ideal for marlin and large tuna.
The tube-style head with subtle scoop generates erratic splashes and strong bubble output that mimics panicked baitfish, triggering reaction strikes. Its internal keel weighting keeps it stable and planted on the surface even in rough seas, maintaining consistent performance throughout the spread.
Which colour, and when
F05 - EvilRainbow flash draws attention in clear blue water under bright sun.
F117 - Flaming MoeWarm pink and orange tones fire up in low light or overcast conditions.
F123 - FusionCool purple and blue tones match the water colour in clear offshore conditions.
F22 - KoheruNatural green-gold baitfish profile for clear water and bright daylight.
F33 - LumoGlows to stay visible and draw strikes in low light or overcast skies.
F41 - VaderHard dark silhouette with chrome flash cuts through bright-day glare.
F60 - Gay BobRainbow flash draws attention in clear blue water under bright sun.