Ocean Angler - Head Banger
About this lure
Key Features:
- Target species: Snapper, kingfish, trevally, blue cod
- Lure type: Pre-rigged deepwater softbait
- Weight options: 80g, 100g
- Colours: Red, Pink, Orange, Blue
- Length: 125mm
- Action: Aggressive tail thump with realistic body roll
- Hook setup: Heavy-duty jig head with integrated hook
- Design: Large 3D eyes and lifelike head profile
- Packaging: Includes 1 head and 2 tails; refill tail packs sold separately
The Ocean Angler Head Banger is a pre-rigged softbait system built for deepwater predators. It features a heavy jig head and a lifelike 125mm tail that delivers a powerful thumping action. The large 3D eyes and realistic head design increase strike appeal, especially in deeper or low-light conditions. Simple to use and ready to fish straight out of the pack, itβs a reliable option for targeting snapper, kingfish, and other reef dwellers.
How to fish the Ocean Angler - Head Banger
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
The Head Banger is a pre-rigged deepwater softbait designed for vertical jigging and drop-and-lift retrieves.
Cast or drop to depth, then work the lure with sharp upward jerks followed by controlled drops-the aggressive tail thump and body roll trigger strikes from snapper, kingfish, trevally, and blue cod holding on reefs and structure.
The heavy jig head (80g or 100g) ensures quick descent and maintains contact in deeper water. The lifelike head profile and 3D eyes are especially effective in low-light conditions or turbid water where visual appeal matters.
Pair with a baitcaster or overhead reel on medium-heavy tackle to handle the weight and power of these predators.
Which colour, and when
BlueNatural baitfish tone that shines in clear water under bright light.
OrangeWarm flash that pulls fish in when the light is low or the water is off-colour.
PinkNZ confidence colour that holds its appeal across a wide range of conditions.
RedReads as a dark silhouette down deep - the pick for low light or stained water.