Horizontal Squid Trolling Lure – 3 Piece Luminous Set for Saltwater Squid and Cuttlefish

If you fish saltwater at night and have not tried a glowing horizontal squid trolling lure, you are missing easy catches. Squid and cuttlefish smash lures that look like small shrimp or baitfish, especially ones that sink evenly and kick side-to-side. This 3 piece set gives you a killer spread of luminous bodies that shine during low light, dirty water, and full moon tides.

Whether you are jigging off a jetty for bait, trolling slow for table-worthy calamari, or drifting shallow sand flats, these shrimp-style jigs nail it. Kick, pause, pulse… and watch the rods load up.

Why this horizontal squid trolling lure set works

• Luminous glow bodies: Bright charges under a torch or boat light attract squid from a distance. According to Salt Water Sportsman, glow jigs dramatically increase strike rates after dark.
• Horizontal sinking angle: Squid hunt prey that hovers or sinks slowly. These lures glide flat, not nose-down, making them look like real shrimp.
• Sharp crown hooks: Instead of single points, jig crowns grab tentacles cleanly and keep squid on while you reel slow and steady.
• Three colour styles: Water clarity, current, and moonlight change bite mood—swapping colours can trigger fresh action instantly.
• Perfect size: Small bait, small attitude—great for both big and small squid species.

How to fish your horizontal squid trolling lure set

1. Night or low light is prime: Jetty lights, bridge lights and pier shadows are squid hotels. Cast into the dark edges, let the lure sink, then twitch it back.
2. Slow trolling: If you are on a boat, slow troll or drift these just above bottom. Squid chase and grab from behind.
3. The “lift and fall” technique: Lift the rod gently, then let the lure fall on a tight line. The glow body hovers—squid grab on the pause.
4. Keep tension when hooked: No ripping like bass. Slow, steady pressure lands squid without ripping tentacles.
5. Best lines: Use light braid with a fluorocarbon leader so squid do not spook when the water is clear.

Where these lures shine

Harbours, piers, estuaries and sand flats with seagrass are squid hotspots. Many anglers use glow jigs around underwater lights because baitfish gather—and squid chase the buffet. Fishing World notes that glow colours outperform dark colours 3-to-1 on cloudy nights.

They also work for shore anglers walking rock walls—cast long, let it sink for four to six seconds, give gentle taps, pause, repeat. When in doubt: slow is the money move.

Extra pro tricks for this horizontal squid trolling lure set

• Charge the lures: Hit them with a torch or phone flashlight for 10–15 seconds before casting.
• Add scent: Squid love smell—spray a bit of fish attractant to boost hookup rates.
• Double rig: Run two different colours, one above the other, to find the hot ticket fast.
• Use a float: For beginners, a small float keeps the lure mid-water and easy to control.

Pair it with BassFishingTips.US favourites

• Ultra-light Fluorocarbon Leader – keeps the lure invisible in clear water.
• Night Fishing Headlamp – recharge your glow instantly.
• Squid Storage Bucket – no mess, easy cleaning.

Specs at a glance

• Set: 3-piece horizontal squid trolling lure
• Action: Luminous glow, flat sinking angle
• Hook style: Stainless steel crown jig hooks
• Target: Squid, cuttlefish, calamari
• Best use: Night fishing, pier lights, slow trolling, drifting

FAQ – Squid lure questions answered

Time to ink up

If you love saltwater action—or just want fresh bait without buying it—this horizontal squid trolling lure set needs to live in your tackle kit. Glow up the lures, find a light or grass edge, and prepare for the bucket to fill.

🦑 Reel slow, keep steady pressure, and watch those tentacles wrap in. Dinner is served.