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Controlled lure presentation for perch and trout
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| Name | COUNTDOWN ELITE CDE55 GDGO |
| EAN | 0022677324128 |
| MPN | RA5821092 |
| Brand | Rapala |
| Lure length | 5.5cm |
| Lure weight | 5g |
| Color | Gilded Gold Orange |
| Lure type | Wobbler |
| Running depth | 0.9m |
| Swimming Action | Controlled slow sinking, flutter on the drop |
| Hook Configuration | Two VMC Black Nickel treble hooks #12 |
| Rigging options | Treble hooks, heavy-duty split rings, wire-through construction |
| Body Material | Balsa |
| Jointed Design | Through-wire |
| Model | CDE55 |
| Colour code | GDGO |
| Hook size | #12 |
| Hook count | 2 |
| Hook strength | 2X |
| Hook finish | Black Nickel |
| Finish | Metallic plating, HD printing |
| Hook model | VMC 7554 BN |
| Lures per pack | 1 |
Choose by lure size and weight first. CDE35 is 4.5 cm and 3.5 g, CDE55 is 5.5 cm and 5 g, both with a stated running depth of 0.9 m. CDE75 is 7.5 cm and 10 g, CDE95 is 9.5 cm and 14 g, both at 1.2 m. The smaller pair provides lighter presentations, while the larger pair increases lure size and weight. Match the weight to your setup.
No. Every model sinks slowly in a controlled way and flutters on the drop. You can allow it to descend before retrieving, but it will not rise like a floating lure during a pause. The listed 0.9 m or 1.2 m running depth is separate from this sinking behaviour.
Rapala names perch and trout as the target fish across the family. The Gilded colour names identify different finishes and patterns, not different target species. Choose the model by size, weight and running depth, then select an available colour.
Each lure has two 2X-strong VMC Black Nickel trebles. CDE35 and CDE55 use size #12, CDE75 and CDE95 use size #10. CDE55 and CDE75 specify 7554 BN. Use the specification for your selected model when choosing replacement hooks, rather than assuming all sizes use the same hooks.
Use pliers when fitting or removing the lure and check for damage before fishing. Its sharp hooks require careful handling. A separate, closed and dry tackle box helps prevent tangling, injuries and hook corrosion. Damaged lures should not be used.
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The Rapala CountDown Elite is a balsa hardbait for active lure fishing for perch and trout. Its controlled, slow sink lets you allow the lure to descend before retrieving, while its flutter on the drop keeps it moving during the descent. The construction is designed for long, accurate casts and improved durability, combining the original CountDown sinking method with more than 80 years of Rapala lure-making experience.
The four models offer different lure sizes and casting weights. CDE35 is 4.5 cm and 3.5 g, with a stated running depth of 0.9 m and two size #12 hooks. CDE55 is 5.5 cm and 5 g, also running at 0.9 m with two size #12 hooks. Choose CDE35 for the smallest, lightest presentation, or CDE55 for a slightly larger lure at the same stated running depth.
CDE75 is 7.5 cm and 10 g, while CDE95 is 9.5 cm and 14 g. Both have a stated running depth of 1.2 m and two size #10 hooks. They offer larger, heavier presentations than CDE35 and CDE55. Between CDE75 and CDE95, choose by lure size and the casting weight your setup accommodates, rather than expecting a different stated running depth. All four models sink, so the descent before retrieval is distinct from the listed running depth.
A premium balsa body, wire-through construction and heavy-duty split rings form the lure's construction for durability in use. Each model carries two VMC Black Nickel trebles, described as 2X strong. CDE55 and CDE75 specify the 7554 BN hook model. Hook size changes with the lure model, which matters when choosing replacement hooks.
The colour patterns combine metallic plating, high-definition (HD) printing and different designs. Choose the colour independently of size, weight and running depth within each model's available options. The family includes Gilded baitfish and trout patterns as well as named colour combinations. Colour availability varies between models.
Handle the sharp hooks carefully and use pliers when fitting or removing the lure. Check the body, hooks and connections before use, and do not fish with damaged components. Store lures separately in a closed tackle box and keep it dry to reduce hook corrosion. Keep hooked lures away from children and pets, and check the local fishing rules before use.
