Rapala Shad Rap Elite Crankbaits 5.5cm 7g 2.4–2.7m GDCW Gilded Crawdad

Rapala Shad Rap Elite – Premium Balsa Crankbait for Casting and Trolling

The Shad Rap Elite (SRE) elevates Rapala's legendary Shad Rap design with modern wire-through construction, delivering exceptional durability and casting distance while retaining the irresistible action that made the original a worldwide favourite.

Versatile Swimming Action That Triggers Strikes

From a wide wobble at slow speeds to a tight shimmy on faster retrieves, this crankbait adapts its movement to match your presentation. The premium balsa body ensures a responsive, lifelike action that mimics baitfish found in waters around the globe.

Built for Durability Without Sacrificing Performance

The heavy-duty wire-through construction runs the entire length of the lure, providing the backbone needed for battling powerful fish. Two VMC 7554 2X Black Nickel treble hooks with ultra-sharp Needle Point technology ensure reliable hook-ups on every strike.

Choose the Right Variant

The Shad Rap Elite is available in two sizes and numerous colour patterns to match local forage and conditions:

• Gilded Crawdad (5.5 cm / 7 g, depth 2.4–2.7 m): Ideal for targeting bass, walleye, and pike in waters where crayfish are a primary food source; excels in slightly stained to murky water

• Gilded Crawdad (7.5 cm / 12 g, depth 2.7–3.3 m): Larger profile for deeper structure and bigger predators

• Gilded Perch, Gilded Copper Perch, Gilded Live Roach, Gilded Helsinki Shad: Natural baitfish patterns for clear-water finesse

• Gilded Gold Orange, Gilded Chartreuse Orange Belly, Gilded Firetiger: High-visibility options for stained water or low-light conditions

• Gilded Silver Shad, Gilded Glass Ghost, Gilded Mangrove Minnow: Subtle finishes for pressured fish

• Gilded Night Aurora: Low-light and night-fishing specialist

Facts

• Length: 5.5 cm

• Weight: 7 g

• Running depth: 2.4–2.7 m

• Buoyancy: floating

• Body material: premium balsa

• Construction: heavy-duty wire-through

• Hooks: two VMC 7554 2X Black Nickel treble hooks, size 8

• Rigging: casting and trolling

• Hand-tuned and tank-tested

• Lead-free