Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Roach MS 18cm, 86g

The substantial body of the Savage Gear Roach MS creates a strong underwater silhouette without becoming excessively long. It is suitable for anglers who want to cover weed edges, drop-offs, open water and areas holding mature freshwater predators.

Savage Gear Roach MS Overview

The Savage Gear Roach MS is designed for heavy freshwater predator fishing. Its broad body resembles the natural shape of a roach, an important food source for pike and other large predatory fish.

At 18cm long, the lure provides enough presence to attract larger fish while remaining manageable with correctly rated casting equipment. The 86g weight also helps the Savage Gear Roach MS cast confidently and maintain a stable presentation during the retrieve.

The exact colour, hook size, sink rate and package contents should be checked on the packaging of the individual Savage Gear Roach MS before those details are added to the product page.

A Familiar Roach Profile for Predatory Fish

The body shape of the Savage Gear Roach MS is one of its strongest features. Roach have a deep, rounded profile that makes them easy for predators to recognise from several angles.

When viewed from the side, the lure presents a substantial prey-fish outline. When viewed from below, the broad body remains visible against the light coming from the surface.

This allows the Savage Gear Roach MS to attract fish that are following bait schools, waiting beside vegetation or holding near changes in depth.

Why the Roach Shape Works

• Matches a common freshwater prey species
• Creates a strong side profile
• Remains visible from below
• Appeals to pike accustomed to feeding on roach
• Provides a substantial target without excessive length

The 18cm size makes the Savage Gear Roach MS suitable for mature pike while still allowing medium-sized predators to attack it confidently.

How the Line-Thru System Helps

The line-thru design allows the leader to pass through the body of the Savage Gear Roach MS before connecting to the hook rig.

Once a fish is hooked, the lure body can slide away from the hook. This reduces the amount of leverage the fish can create by shaking the complete 86g lure.

Line-Thru Advantages

• Allows the body to move away from the hook rig
• Reduces lure leverage during head shakes
• Can help protect the lure body from teeth
• Lets the hook rig move independently
• Supports improved control during the fight

The Savage Gear Roach MS should always be rigged according to the instructions and components supplied with the specific lure. Check the leader, hook connection and internal channel before every session.

Different Ways to Retrieve the Lure

The Savage Gear Roach MS can be presented with several retrieve styles. The best approach depends on water temperature, predator activity, depth and the position of the fish.

Steady Retrieve

A consistent retrieve allows the Savage Gear Roach MS to move through open water, along weed edges or across shallow flats. Begin slowly and increase speed only when fish respond to a faster presentation.

Retrieve and Pause

Wind the lure for several turns and then pause. The sudden change in speed can make the lure appear injured or vulnerable.

Pike often follow a lure before striking, so the pause may give a predator the opportunity it needs to attack the Savage Gear Roach MS.

Short Acceleration Bursts

Add an occasional quick turn of the reel handle. This makes the lure surge forward briefly before returning to its normal pace.

Countdown Method

Allow the Savage Gear Roach MS to descend for a controlled number of seconds after casting. Repeat the same count once a productive depth is discovered.

Rod-Position Control

A higher rod tip can help guide the lure above vegetation. A lower rod position may help the Savage Gear Roach MS remain deeper during the retrieve.

Productive Places to Fish the Savage Gear Roach MS

The Savage Gear Roach MS is suitable for locations where roach and other prey fish gather or travel.

Weed Edges

Pike often wait beside the outside edge of vegetation. Cast beyond the target and retrieve the lure along the weed line.

Drop-Offs

Depth changes provide ambush positions for large predators. Work the Savage Gear Roach MS across the shallow area and allow it to move toward deeper water.

Reed Beds

Openings and edges around reeds can hold both prey fish and predators. Use controlled casts and avoid allowing the hook rig to contact heavy vegetation unnecessarily.

Open Water

The Savage Gear Roach MS can also be retrieved near visible bait schools or over deeper structure where pike may be feeding away from the shoreline.

Rocky Points

Rocky areas can concentrate prey and provide cover for predators. Use a suitable leader and inspect it regularly for abrasion.

Recommended Tackle Setup

The Savage Gear Roach MS weighs 86g and should be used with a rod designed to cast heavy predator lures. The lure must remain within the rod manufacturer’s published casting range.

Suggested Equipment

• Heavy predator casting rod
• Strong baitcasting or spinning reel
• Quality braided main line
• Wire or titanium bite leader
• Heavy-duty swivel or connector
• Large rubber-coated landing net
• Long-nose pliers and hook cutters

A rod with some additional reserve above 86g can make repeated casting more comfortable. The reel should have strong gearing and a smooth drag capable of controlling powerful fish.

When targeting pike with the Savage Gear Roach MS, a bite-resistant leader is essential. Pike teeth can cut ordinary monofilament quickly.

Leader Options

Wire and titanium are dependable choices for pike. Heavy fluorocarbon may be suitable in some situations, but it must be thick and abrasion resistant enough for the target fish.

Check every connection before casting the Savage Gear Roach MS. Replace leaders that show kinks, cuts, damaged coating or weakened crimps.

Explore more predator fishing accessories, browse our heavy casting rods, or compare baitcasting reels.

Safe Fish Handling

The Savage Gear Roach MS is intended for predators capable of violent head shakes and sudden movements beside the boat or bank.

Use a suitable landing net rather than lifting a large fish by the lure or leader. Keep pliers and hook cutters within reach before fishing begins.

Support large pike horizontally, minimise the time spent out of the water and release the fish only after it has regained its balance and strength.

Lure Maintenance and Storage

Inspect the Savage Gear Roach MS after every fishing session. Pay close attention to the internal line channel, leader, hook rig and lure body.

Maintenance Checklist

1. Remove dirt, weeds and debris.
2. Dry the lure and hook rig.
3. Inspect the internal line channel.
4. Check the leader for tooth damage.
5. Examine the lure body for deep cuts.
6. Sharpen or replace damaged hooks.
7. Store the lure without bending the body.

Keep the Savage Gear Roach MS away from excessive heat, prolonged direct sunlight and incompatible soft-plastic materials.

General brand information is available from Savage Gear. Responsible sport-fishing information is also available from the International Game Fish Association.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the lure?

The Savage Gear Roach MS measures 18cm.

How much does it weigh?

This version weighs 86g.

What does the lure imitate?

The Savage Gear Roach MS imitates a roach, a common prey species for pike and other freshwater predators.

What is the benefit of line-thru rigging?

The lure body can slide away from the hook rig during the fight, reducing the leverage available to the fish.

Which fish can be targeted?

The Savage Gear Roach MS is primarily intended for pike and other large freshwater predators.

Which rod should be used?

Use a heavy predator rod rated to cast at least 86g comfortably.

Do I need a bite leader?

Yes. Use a suitable wire, titanium or properly selected heavy fluorocarbon leader when targeting pike.

Can the lure be fished near weeds?

Yes. The Savage Gear Roach MS can be retrieved along weed edges and above submerged vegetation with careful depth control.

Which colour is this model?

The supplied product name does not include a colour, so check the packaging before adding a colour variation to the listing.

A Practical Heavy Roach Lure for Pike Anglers

The Savage Gear Roach MS combines an 18cm prey-fish shape, 86g casting weight and line-thru rigging in a predator-focused lure.

Its roach profile makes it suitable for lakes and rivers where pike regularly feed on deep-bodied baitfish. The lure can be worked steadily, paused, accelerated or counted down to different depths.

For anglers using properly balanced heavy tackle, the Savage Gear Roach MS offers a versatile way to cover weed lines, drop-offs, rocky points and open-water feeding zones.