Rapala Countdown Elite Crankbait 7.5cm 1.2m 10g Gilded Ayu

Rapala Countdown Elite – Premium Balsa Crankbait with Controlled Sink Rate

Over 80 years of lure-making expertise condensed into one premium balsa crankbait. The Countdown Elite combines the legendary slow-sinking action with modern construction for improved casting and durability.

Irresistible Flutter Action

The Countdown Elite sinks with a controlled, fluttering descent that triggers strikes from wary predators. This slow-sinking method allows you to count down to your target depth and work specific water layers precisely – ideal for targeting perch and trout holding at defined depths.

Built to Last

Wire-through construction and heavy-duty split rings ensure this lure withstands aggressive strikes and tough fights. The 2X strong VMC 7554 Black Nickel treble hooks provide reliable hooksets, while the premium balsa body delivers an authentic swimming action that balsa-wood lures are famous for.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown Elite series offers multiple sizes to match local forage and conditions:

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g (0.9 m depth) – Compact option for ultra-light setups, small streams, and finicky trout or perch

• 5.5 cm / 5 g (0.9 m depth) – Versatile mid-size for varied conditions, excellent for both trout and perch in rivers and lakes

• 7.5 cm / 10 g / 1.2 m depth / Gilded Ayu – Larger profile for deeper water and bigger fish; ideal when targeting specimen perch or trout in lakes and reservoirs

• 9.5 cm / 14 g (1.2 m depth) – Maximum casting distance and presence for covering open water

Facts

• Body material: Premium balsa

• Length: 7.5 cm

• Weight: 10 g

• Running depth: 1.2 m

• Action: Sinking with flutter on the drop

• Hooks: 2 × VMC 7554 Black Nickel treble, size 10

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

• Colour: Gilded Ayu

• Target species: Perch, trout