Halco - TBarra 80
Specifications
About this lure
The Halco TBarra 80 is the modern evolution of the iconic timber Tilsan Barra, originally designed by Til Martinello. Rebuilt in high-quality plastic, it delivers the same proven action with improved durability, consistency, and high-speed performance—making it a reliable freshwater hardbody for both casting and trolling.
- Legendary Tilsan action – faithfully replicates the original timber lure’s unique swimming action
- Suspending freshwater design – holds in the strike zone to trigger reaction bites
- Silent presentation – ideal for pressured or wary fish
- High-speed capable – runs true when trolled at speeds up to 10+ knots
- Durable plastic body – tougher and more snag-resistant than timber
- Premium BKK hardware – fitted with ultra-sharp 4xx BKK treble hooks
How to fish the Halco - TBarra 80
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
Cast the TBarra 80 and retrieve with a steady, medium-paced cadence to activate its signature suspending action in the 2-10 m mid-water zone.
The lure's silent presentation and proven swimming motion make it effective on pressured freshwater fish; vary retrieve speed and pause briefly to trigger reaction strikes.
Its 13 g weight and suspending design allow it to hold in the strike zone during pauses, maximising contact time.
The TBarra 80 is equally at home on the cast or trolled at speeds up to 10+ knots-adjust your approach to match water conditions and fish behaviour.
Which colour, and when
FifoWarm orange body pulls fish in when the light drops or water is lightly stained.
AxelNatural baitfish match that shines in clear water under bright daylight.
Silver ShadowPure silver flash draws fish from distance in clear, sunny conditions.
Tickled PinkPink confidence colour that holds its appeal across a wide range of conditions.
Chrome Gold Orange BackWarm gold and orange flash makes it a reliable low-light or overcast colour.
Psychedelic Pink HeadPink confidence colour that holds its appeal across a wide range of conditions.
LavaDark silhouette with warm flash belly - the pick for low light or stained water.
Red StripeRed stripe reads as a wounded baitfish trigger in the shallower, clearer part of the range.
Combat RockWarm gold flash with dark contrast - a reliable low-light or overcast colour.
Green FluoroHigh-vis colour that cuts through murky or heavily stained water.
Gold HerringNatural baitfish match that shines in clear water under bright daylight.
ClassicHard black silhouette with chartreuse belly cuts through stained or murky water.
AyuNatural baitfish match that shines in clear water under bright daylight.
Sunset ClauseWarm tones that shine at dawn, dusk or under a fading sky.
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