Rapala Shad Rap Elite Crankbaits 7.5cm 12g 2.7–3.3m GDROL (Gilded Live Roach)

Rapala Shad Rap Elite 7.5cm 12g GDROL – Versatile Balsa Crankbait for Casting and Trolling

The Shad Rap Elite combines legendary Rapala craftsmanship with modern wire-through construction, delivering a durable, long-casting crankbait that performs equally well when cast or trolled.

Premium Balsa Performance

Crafted from high-quality balsa wood, this floating crankbait achieves a natural baitfish profile and responsive action. The hand-tuned, tank-tested body produces a versatile swimming action ranging from a wide wobble at slow retrieves to a tight shimmy when cranked faster—triggering strikes from a wide range of predators.

Built for Durability and Distance

The heavy-duty wire-through construction runs the full length of the body, providing maximum casting distance and the strength to handle hard-fighting fish. Armed with two VMC 7554 2X Black Nickel treble hooks (#6) featuring extra-sharp Needle Point technology, this lure is designed to hook and hold powerful predators.

Choose the Right Variant

The Shad Rap Elite series is available in two sizes and multiple colour patterns to match your fishing conditions:

• 7.5cm / 12g / Hook #6 / 2.7–3.3m: Ideal for targeting larger predators in deeper water—pike, zander, and walleye; Gilded Live Roach (GDROL) excels in clear to moderately stained water where natural roach are present

• 5.5cm / 7g / Hook #8 / 2.4–2.7m: Better suited for shallower presentations and medium-sized predators; pairs well with lighter tackle

• Gilded Helsinki Shad, Gilded Silver Shad, Gilded Glass Ghost: Bright, reflective patterns for clear water and overcast conditions

• Gilded Perch, Gilded Copper Perch, Gilded Crawdad: Natural forage imitations for lakes and rivers with perch or crayfish populations

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

• Gilded Night Aurora, Gilded Mangrove Minnow: Versatile patterns for varying light and water clarity

Facts

• Length: 7.5 cm

• Weight: 12 g

• Running depth: 2.7–3.3 m

• Action: Floating

• Body: Premium balsa with wire-through construction

• Hooks: 2× VMC 7554 2X Black Nickel treble hooks, size #6

• Colour: Gilded Live Roach (GDROL)

• Lead-free