Rapala Countdown CD05 Crankbaits 5cm 0.9–1.8m 5g S

Rapala Countdown CD05 S – Reach Fish at Any Depth with Precision

The Countdown CD05 in Silver lets you systematically work every water layer. Count it down to the exact depth where fish are holding, then retrieve with Rapala's signature rolling action.

Target Suspended Fish with the Count-Down Technique

Whether trout are sitting just below the surface, hovering above weed beds, or hugging the bottom structure, this sinking crankbait gets you there. Simply count the lure down after casting to pinpoint the productive zone and stay in the strike window longer than with floating or suspending lures.

Classic Balsa Construction for Authentic Action

The hand-tuned balsa body delivers the slow-rolling wobble that Rapala perfected decades ago. On the retrieve, internal weighting creates an irresistible rolling action; on the pause, the lure flutters enticingly as it sinks. VMC Black Nickel trebles ensure reliable hook-ups.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown series spans multiple sizes and colours to match local forage and fishing conditions. Pick your variant based on target species, water clarity and depth requirements:

• CD01 (2.5 cm): Ultra-light presentations for small stream trout and panfish

• CD03 (3 cm): Compact profile for finicky trout in clear, shallow water

• CD05 (5 cm, this model): Versatile size for trout, perch and chub in Silver (S), Firetiger, Rainbow Trout, Live Brown Trout, Bleak, Pearl UV, Legendary Perch, Orange Tiger and more

• CD07 (7 cm): Mid-sized option for larger trout, zander and asp

• CD09 (9 cm): Heavier profile for deeper water and bigger predators

• CD11 (11 cm): Maximum casting distance and depth for pike, lake trout and salmon

Facts

• Length: 5 cm

• Weight: 5 g

• Running depth: 0.9–1.8 m

• Action: Sinking with rolling wobble

• Body: Balsa wood, hand-tuned and tank-tested

• Hooks: 2 × VMC Black Nickel trebles, size 10

• Colour: Silver (S)