Malosi Studio Crusader 180F Diving Minnow Lure

Malosi Studio Crusader 180F Diving Minnow Lure

Subsurface Power When Topwater Isn’t Enough

The Malosi Crusader 180F is a large floating minnow engineered for heavy-duty performance just beneath the surface. Whether conditions are too rough for topwater or predators are sitting slightly deeper, the Crusader is your go-to lure for consistent subsurface action.

With a sweep of the rod, the Crusader produces a deep, thudding action that grabs attention. On a slow, straight retrieve, it delivers an enticing side-to-side rolling flash. The short, angled bibbed nose ensures the lure dives just under the surface and stays there — right in the strike zone of large pelagic predators.

Constructed from solid Paulownia wood and fully encapsulated in a hard resin shell, the Crusader is internally reinforced with 2mm stainless steel through-wire. Finished with multiple layers of high-durability protective coating, this lure is made to withstand repeated strikes from some of the ocean’s toughest gamefish.

Key Features

• Large floating minnow design built for subsurface presentations
• Pronounced thudding action with rod sweep
• Strong side-to-side rolling flash on slow straight retrieve
• Bibbed nose holds lure just under the surface
• Highly effective when topwater lures aren’t producing
• Solid Paulownia wood core with durable resin shell
• 2mm stainless steel through-wire for strength and reliability
• Multiple layers of tough protective coating for extreme durability
• Ideal for targeting large predators in rough or clear water conditions

Product Specifications

• Type: Floating Minnow
• Length: 180mm
• Weight: Approx. 95g ±
• Core Material: Solid Paulownia wood
• Shell: Resin encapsulation
• Through-Wire: 2mm stainless steel
• Protective Coating: Multi-layer high-strength polyurethane

The Crusader 180F is your subsurface solution when fish are sitting just below the top. Easy to work, hard to ignore, and built for big fish in serious conditions.