Malosi Rogue
Compact Paulownia-core sinking stickbait in three sizes — the Master Series Rogue casts long, sinks with a rolling flash, and is Malosi Studio's most popular lure.
Editorial
Some pieces of gear make sense the moment you see them. The Malosi Rogue sits in that rare space between utility and desire — built to be used hard, but considered enough to earn a permanent place in the kit.
Malosi Studio is an Australian brand with a Japanese tackle obsessive's commitment to construction. The Master Series Rogue uses a solid Paulownia timber core encapsulated inside a two-millimetre ABS-like resin shell, finished with ten layers of polyurethane. Three sizes — 90S (90mm/25g), 105S (105mm/35g), 120S (120mm/45g) — share the same anatomy and step up through 1.6mm, 1.8mm, and 2mm stainless through-wires respectively. A separate Staple Series carries the Rogue name in 85S, 100S, and 115S form, with factory-fitted BKK 5X hooks at a friendlier price.
Both lines do the same job. They cast a long way, sink with a slow rolling flash, and respond to a sweep, jerk, or paused retrieve.
Why It Matters
A heavy sinking stickbait that punches well above its size class is rare on the wholesale market. The Master Series Rogue is a hand-tested production lure that pairs a small body profile with a stainless through-wire and ten coats of polyurethane to survive heavy mouth contact. It is a confidence lure for anglers who refuse to choose between range, action, and structural integrity.
Best For
- Longtail tuna and mackerel tuna over surface bait
- Coral trout and emperor over reef edges
- Spanish mackerel at distance
- Giant trevally in the smaller body classes
- Anglers who prefer to rig their own terminals (Master Series ships without hooks)
Technical Snapshot
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model RO90S — Length | 90mm |
| Model RO90S — Weight | 25g± |
| Model RO90S — Through Wire | 1.6mm Stainless Steel |
| Model RO105S — Length | 105mm |
| Model RO105S — Weight | 35g± |
| Model RO105S — Through Wire | 1.8mm Stainless Steel |
| Model RO120S — Length | 120mm |
| Model RO120S — Weight | 45g± |
| Model RO120S — Through Wire | 2mm Stainless Steel |
| Core Material | Solid Paulownia timber |
| Shell | ABS-like resin (approx. 2mm wall), dual-layer construction |
| Top Coat | 10x layers PU |
| Type | Long-Cast Sinking Stickbait |
| Recommended Hook Options (not factory-fitted, 90S) | BKK Raptor Z treble, BKK Diablo single, Decoy Y-S81 Treble |
| Available Colors (Master Series) | Acid, Calypso, Fuse, Naboo, Necro, Rapture, Sushi |
| Retail Price AUD — RO105S | AUD $69.99 (inc. GST) |
| Retail Price AUD — RO120S | AUD $74.99 (inc. GST) |
| Retail Price USD — RO90S | USD $43.99 (official site) |
| Retail Price USD — RO105S | USD $46.99 (official site) |
| Retail Price USD — RO120S | USD $49.99 (official site) |
| Packaging | Premium black cardboard box with microfiber bag (Master Series) |
| Staple Series — Rogue 85S Factory Hooks | BKK hooks (5X strong), factory-fitted; also available in 100S and 115S via Staple Series |
Collector / Field Notes
The Master Series is the line to study if construction matters more than collateral — timber core, resin shell, mirror finish. The Staple Series is the entry point: same body shape, ABS-only construction, factory hooks. Choose by terminal preference, not by reputation. Country of manufacture is China (per Malosi Studio checkout footer). Independent editorial reviews are sparse — most signal comes from retailer notes and the studio's own writing.
FAQ
What's the difference between the Master Series and Staple Series Rogue?
The Master Series uses a Paulownia timber core encapsulated in ABS-like resin, ships without hooks, and is offered in 90S/105S/120S. The Staple Series uses ABS construction throughout, ships with factory-fitted BKK 5X hooks, and is offered in 85S/100S/115S.
Where is the Malosi Rogue made?
Designed in Australia by Malosi Studio. Manufactured in China per the Malosi Studio checkout footer.
Does the Rogue come with hooks?
The Master Series ships without hooks. Malosi recommends BKK Raptor Z (treble), BKK Diablo (single), or Decoy Y-S81 (treble). The Staple Series ships with factory BKK 5X hooks.
Is the Malosi Rogue suitable for giant trevally?
The smaller body classes (90S, 105S) can be used on baby GTs around coral. For dedicated GT work, Malosi's larger Chieftain and Tyrant models are better matched.
What target species suit the Rogue?
Longtail tuna, mackerel tuna, Spanish mackerel, coral trout, emperor, baby GTs, Australian salmon, and tailor — anywhere a long-casting sinking stickbait earns its keep.
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Frequently Asked
- What's the difference between the Master Series and Staple Series Rogue?
- The Master Series uses a Paulownia timber core encapsulated in ABS-like resin, ships without hooks, and is offered in 90S/105S/120S. The Staple Series uses ABS construction throughout, ships with factory-fitted BKK 5X hooks, and is offered in 85S/100S/115S.
- Where is the Malosi Rogue made?
- Designed in Australia by Malosi Studio. Manufactured in China per the Malosi Studio checkout footer.
- Does the Rogue come with hooks?
- The Master Series ships without hooks. Malosi recommends BKK Raptor Z (treble), BKK Diablo (single), or Decoy Y-S81 (treble). The Staple Series ships with factory BKK 5X hooks.
- Is the Malosi Rogue suitable for giant trevally?
- The smaller body classes (90S, 105S) can be used on baby GTs around coral. For dedicated GT work, Malosi's larger Chieftain and Tyrant models are better matched.
- What target species suit the Rogue?
- Longtail tuna, mackerel tuna, Spanish mackerel, coral trout, emperor, baby GTs, Australian salmon, and tailor — anywhere a long-casting sinking stickbait earns its keep.