Rapala Countdown Elite Crankbaits 4.5cm 3.5g 0.9m Gilded Brown Trout

Rapala Countdown Elite – Controlled Sinking Action for Trout and Perch

This premium balsa crankbait brings over 80 years of Rapala craftsmanship into a compact 4.5 cm package, delivering a seductive flutter on every drop that triggers strikes from wary fish.

Precision Countdown Technique

The Countdown Elite sinks at a controlled, predictable rate, allowing you to count down to your desired depth and present the lure exactly where fish are holding. At 0.9 m running depth and just 3.5 g, this ultralight wobbler excels in shallow streams, small rivers, and clearwater conditions where finesse matters most.

Built for Durability and Distance

Despite its lightweight balsa body, the wire-through construction and heavy-duty split rings provide the backbone to handle aggressive fish. Two VMC Black Nickel treble hooks (size #12) ensure reliable hooksets, while the modern design delivers impressive casting accuracy even in tight quarters.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown Elite series spans multiple sizes to match different fishing situations:

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g (CDE35) – Ideal for stream trout, small-water perch, and ultralight setups; 0.9 m depth; available in Gilded Brown Trout and other patterns

• 5.5 cm / 5 g (CDE55) – Versatile mid-size option for medium rivers and lakes; 0.9 m depth

• 7.5 cm / 10 g (CDE75) – Larger profile for bigger trout, perch, and pike-perch in open water; 1.2 m depth

• 9.5 cm / 14 g (CDE95) – Maximum casting distance for larger predators; 1.2 m depth

Facts

• Length: 4.5 cm

• Weight: 3.5 g

• Running depth: 0.9 m

• Body: Premium balsa

• Hooks: 2 × VMC Black Nickel treble #12

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

• Action: Sinking with flutter on the drop

• Target species: Trout, perch

• Colour: Gilded Brown Trout