Rapala Countdown Elite 5.5cm 5g 0.9m GDRT gilded rainbow trout

Rapala Countdown Elite – Premium Balsa Wobbler for Precise Depth Control

The Countdown Elite harnesses over 80 years of Rapala lure-making expertise, delivering a controlled slow-sinking action with an irresistible flutter that triggers strikes from trout and perch.

Targeted Depth Coverage with Controlled Sink Rate

The sinking design lets you count down to your desired depth and systematically work different water columns. At 0.9 m running depth, this 5.5 cm model excels in shallow to mid-depth zones where trout and perch actively feed.

Built for Durability and Long Casts

Wire-through construction and heavy-duty split rings provide the backbone for battling hard-fighting fish, while the premium balsa body delivers impressive casting distance and pinpoint accuracy. VMC Black Nickel trebles ensure reliable hooksets.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown Elite series spans multiple sizes and colours to match local forage and water conditions.

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g / 0.9 m depth – Ultra-finesse presentations for wary trout in clear streams; ideal for ultralight setups

• 5.5 cm / 5 g / 0.9 m depth – Versatile mid-size option balancing castability and subtlety; Gilded Rainbow Trout mimics salmonid fry patterns

• 7.5 cm / 10 g / 1.2 m depth – Increased mass for longer casts and reaching deeper-holding fish; suits medium-light gear

• 9.5 cm / 14 g / 1.2 m depth – Largest profile for bigger predators or stained water

Facts

• Length: 5.5 cm

• Weight: 5 g

• Running depth: 0.9 m

• Body: Premium balsa

• Hooks: 2 × VMC Black Nickel trebles, size 12

• Construction: Wire-through with heavy-duty split rings

• Action: Sinking with flutter on the drop

• Target species: Trout, perch