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

Rapala Countdown Elite Crankbait 7.5cm — Premium Balsa with Legendary Controlled Sinking

Drawing on over 80 years of lure-making expertise, the Countdown Elite delivers precise depth control and an irresistible flutter that triggers strikes from wary fish.

Controlled Slow-Sinking Action

The hallmark of the original Countdown lives on: a slow, controlled descent paired with an enticing flutter on the drop. This lets you count down to your target depth and keep your lure in the strike zone longer, making it ideal for probing different water layers when targeting perch and trout.

Built Tough for Confident Casting

Modern construction meets classic balsa craftsmanship. A wire-through design, heavy-duty split rings, and 2× strong VMC 7554 Black Nickel treble hooks (size 10) ensure durability and fish-holding power, while the balanced profile delivers impressive casting distance and pinpoint accuracy.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown Elite series covers a range of sizes and colours to match conditions and target species. Smaller variants suit finesse presentations; larger models push more water and reach deeper.

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g (0.9 m depth) – Ultra-finesse approach for small streams and pressured trout or perch

• 5.5 cm / 5 g (0.9 m depth) – Versatile mid-size for shallow to medium-depth trout and perch waters

• 7.5 cm / 10 g (1.2 m depth) – Gilded Minnow – Current variant; excellent for deeper runs and larger predators

• 9.5 cm / 14 g (1.2 m depth) – Maximum casting distance and presence for bigger water or trophy fish

Facts

• Body: Premium balsa

• Length: 7.5 cm

• Weight: 10 g

• Running depth: 1.2 m

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

• Rigging: Wire-through construction, heavy-duty split rings

• Action: Slow sinking with flutter on the drop

• Target species: Perch, trout