Rapala X-Rap Jointed Shad Crankbaits 13cm 1.2–2.4m 46g S

Rapala X-Rap Jointed Shad — Slow, Seductive Action for Wary Predators

When a slow, deliberate presentation is the difference between a blank session and a bent rod, savvy anglers reach for the X-Rap Jointed Shad (XJS). This 13 cm, 46 g jointed crankbait runs at 1.2–2.4 m and tempts even the most finicky pike and zander with its unhurried, hip-swinging retrieve.

Built-In Action at the Slowest Retrieve

The two-piece jointed body produces a wide, fluid tail-kick the moment you start winding, no matter how slowly you turn the handle. Combined with a slow-rising suspend on the pause, the XJS keeps itself in the strike zone longer than a conventional hard bait — a decisive edge on cold-water days or when predators are following without committing.

Premium Finishes That Trigger Strikes

Internal holographic detailing catches and scatters light through the translucent body, mimicking the natural sheen of a fleeing baitfish. 3D holographic eyes add a lifelike focal point, while two hand-tuned, tank-tested VMC Black Nickel round-bend treble hooks in size #2/0 are needle-sharp straight from the box and set firmly on the strike.

Choose the Right Variant

The X-Rap Jointed Shad 13 cm 46 g is available in several colour patterns to match light conditions, water clarity, and target species. Choose the shade that fits your water best:

S (Silver) — current product: Classic chrome-and-silver finish; works in clear to slightly coloured water under bright or overcast skies; reliable all-round choice for pike and zander over sandy or gravel substrates.
PK (Pink): High-visibility option; effective in stained or murky water and under low-light conditions; popular for pike at dawn and dusk.
Blue Shad: Natural baitfish profile with blue-grey tones; excels in clearer water and open-lake situations where subtlety matters.
FT (Fire Tiger): Chartreuse and orange; the go-to pick in coloured or turbid water, overcast conditions, or whenever extra visual contrast is needed.
CLN (Clown): Contrasting multi-colour pattern; versatile attractor finish suitable across varied conditions.
PEL (Pellet): Earth-tone, natural food-imitating pattern; effective where fish are feeding on smaller prey in well-oxygenated rivers and still waters.