Rapala Countdown Elite Crankbaits 4.5cm 3.5g 0.9m gilded gold shad

Rapala Countdown Elite – Premium Balsa Crankbait with Legendary Controlled Sink

The Countdown Elite combines over 80 years of Rapala craftsmanship into a modern, tournament-grade balsa lure that excels at targeting trout and perch in shallow water.

Irresistible Flutter Action on the Drop

The controlled slow-sinking design triggers strikes from wary fish by producing a lifelike fluttering motion during descent. This signature action mimics a wounded baitfish and allows you to count down to the precise depth where fish are holding.

Built for Precision and Durability

Wire-through construction paired with heavy-duty split rings ensures this lure withstands aggressive strikes and hard-fighting fish. The premium balsa body delivers outstanding casting distance and pinpoint accuracy, while VMC Black Nickel treble hooks provide reliable hook-ups.

Choose the Right Variant

The Countdown Elite series offers multiple sizes and colours to match various conditions and target species.

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g (CDE35) – Gilded Gold Shad: Ideal for trout and perch in clear to slightly stained water; subtle gold-shad pattern excels in bright conditions

• 4.5 cm / 3.5 g – other colours (Gilded Iwana, Gilded Brown Trout, Gilded Wakasagi, Gilded Yamame, etc.): Match the local forage or water clarity

• 5.5 cm / 5 g (CDE55): Slightly larger profile for bigger perch, chub or when fish prefer a more substantial meal

• 7.5 cm / 10 g (CDE75): Suited for deeper presentations down to 1.2 m; targets larger trout, perch and zander

• 9.5 cm / 14 g (CDE95): Maximum casting distance and depth for trophy fish

Facts

• Body: premium balsa

• Length: 4.5 cm

• Weight: 3.5 g

• Running depth: 0.9 m

• Action: sinking with flutter on the drop

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

• Hardware: wire-through construction, heavy-duty split rings

• Target species: trout, perch