Lake X Lures Cannonball Jr. Northern Lights Series

Lake X Lures Cannonball Jr.: Northern Lights Series

The Cannonball Jr. is the heavyweight champion of surface commotion, and the Northern Lights Series adds a high-intensity visual trigger to its massive acoustic footprint. This series features a specialized holographic tail sticker designed to catch and reflect any available light—making it a lethal choice for dawn, dusk, or night fishing.

Handcrafted by the legendary Wisconsin bait makers at Lake X Lures, the Cannonball Jr. NLS is built for anglers who want to create maximum chaos on the surface. Whether you are targeting giant Musky in the Northwoods or trophy Pike in big timber, this bait is a proven winner that catches fish coast to coast.

Maximum Displacement & Prismatic Flash

The Cannonball Jr. is famous for its wide, 2-1/8" diameter body that displaces a massive amount of water. In the Northern Lights edition, the heavy-duty tail doesn't just "chug"—it throws a rhythmic, strobe-like flash with every rotation. This combination of deep-throated sound and shifting light makes it easier for predators to home in on the bait from long distances or in stained water.

Built for the Battle

Lake X doesn't cut corners on durability. The Cannonball Jr. is engineered to survive the most violent topwater explosions:

• Solid Plastic Body: Built to withstand crushing jaw pressure and heavy impacts.

• Thru-Wire Construction: Features a continuous wire from nose to tail, ensuring the lure holds together against the world's strongest freshwater predators.

• Massive Acoustics: The wide body creates a deep, resonant "chugging" sound that calls fish up from deep weed edges and rock bars.

Verified Product Specifications:

• Body Length: 6 inches

• Diameter: 2-1/8 inches for maximum water displacement

• Weight: 5.8 oz (A heavy-duty casting machine that requires a dedicated setup)

• Construction: Solid Plastic with thru-wire durability

• Action: Extreme surface noise with a high-intensity holographic tail flash

Make some noise. The Cannonball Jr. Northern Lights Series is the ultimate "big fish" tool for anglers who want to dominate the surface with sound, vibration, and light.

The Ultimate Setup for the Cannonball Jr. NLS

Tossing a 5.8 oz bait requires specialized gear to maximize the lure's action and protect your equipment:

• The Rod: 9' Extra-Heavy Power with a fast action. You need a rod with significant backbone to launch nearly 6 oz without overloading the blank.

• The Reel: A high-torque baitcaster (like a 400 series) with a power handle. A lower gear ratio (around 5.3:1) helps you crank this high-drag bait smoothly.

• The Line: 100lb Braided Line is essential to prevent "snap-offs" during the cast and provide the strength needed for heavy hook sets.

• The Leader: 130lb to 150lb Solid Wire or Heavy Fluorocarbon. A heavy-duty leader is mandatory to handle the weight of the lure and the violent strikes it triggers.

Pro-Tip: In low-light conditions, keep your rod tip slightly elevated. This allows the holographic tail sticker to catch more ambient light from the sky, increasing the prismatic flash as the bait chugs across the surface.