Rip Rattler Teaser

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Ever since seeing a blue marlin come up and start chewing on a fender teaser, we've never questioned what a crew decides to throw over the side in an effort to attract a marlin to their spread. We've seen everything from pineapple tops to old CDs used as teasers, and if they smoke or flash, they usually work. Face it - if you didn't know any better, even the tried-and-true bowling pins look awfully funny. That's why we're sure the Rip Rattler teaser made by Rip Offshore Products will soon be found dancing behind boats from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, to Kona, Hawaii. Handmade and hand-painted in Houston, Texas, Rip Rattler teasers come in three color combinations, purple/black/silver, green/yellow and blue/yellow/silver. Made from durable PVC pipe, the Rip Rattler adds some serious smoke and noise to any spread thanks to a series of drilled holes and the addition of several glass marbles inside the body of the teaser. Also, the small size and streamlined shape make it fairly easy to clear when a big girl comes swooping into the spread.

For more information, contact Rip Offshore Products at 832-453-4812, or visit www.ripoffshore.com.