Black Magic Bottom Banger® – Designed by Mark Cotton

The Black Magic Bottom Banger® isn’t just another deep drop rig — it’s a purpose-built system designed by Mark Cotton for serious New Zealand bottom fishing.

Built specifically for targeting hapuka, bass and large snapper in demanding conditions, this heavy-duty twin-skirt rig is made to handle brutal bites and hard fights over foul ground and deep structure.

The twin high-UV luminous skirts create strong visual presence at depth, while adding a thin strip of bait enhances natural movement for a lifelike presentation. The combination of flash, scent and motion makes this rig highly effective in deep water where visibility is limited.

At the core are premium Black Magic KLT® 10/0 recurve hooks, manufactured in Japan and finished with PTFE “Super Slip” coating for improved penetration. The non-offset recurve design promotes secure corner-of-the-mouth hook-ups and is IGFA legal and NZSFC approved for tournament fishing.

Constructed with 300lb Tough Trace, this rig is built to withstand abrasion from rough terrain and powerful fish.

Designed for New Zealand conditions. Proven in deep water.

Specifications

Hook: Black Magic KLT® 10/0 recurve
Hook Finish: PTFE “Super Slip” coating
Approval: IGFA legal / NZSFC approved
Trace: 300lb Tough Trace
Skirts: Twin high-UV luminous
Target Species: Hapuka, bass, large snapper
Design: Mark Cotton custom deep drop rig

Key Features:

• Twin high-UV luminous skirts for maximum visibility

• Heavy-duty 300lb Tough Trace backbone

• Premium KLT® 10/0 recurve hooks (Japan-made)

• PTFE “Super Slip” coating for cleaner hook penetration

• IGFA legal and NZSFC tournament approved

• Designed and assembled in New Zealand

• Super Lumo colour option

Ideal For:

• Hapuku / Groper

• Bass

• Bluenose

• Large blue cod

• Big snapper

If you're chasing big fish in deep water, this is a no-nonsense rig built for tough conditions and hard-fighting species.