Rapala Countdown Elite 5.5cm 5g 0.9m Gilded Gold Red

Rapala Countdown Elite 5.5cm 5g — Precision Slow-Sinking Wobbler for Perch & Trout

The Rapala Countdown Elite is a hard plastic wobbler engineered for active predator fishing, delivering the legendary slow-sinking action of the original Countdown in a modern, long-casting body. At 5.5cm and 5g, it hits the sweet spot for perch and trout across a range of conditions.

Controlled Sink, Precise Depth

The slow-sinking action lets you count the lure down to exactly the depth you want — a technique proven deadly when fish are holding at a specific layer. With a running depth of 0.9m on the retrieve, the Elite works the productive mid-water zone where perch and trout frequently feed, giving you repeatable, confident presentations.

Built to Cast Far and Fish Hard

Rapala redesigned the body architecture of the Countdown Elite for improved aerodynamics, translating into greater casting distance and accuracy. Robust construction keeps the lure fishing session after session, while heavy-duty split rings and VMC 7554 Black Nickel hooks (size 12) ensure solid hook-ups and corrosion resistance.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants share the same 5.5cm length, 5g weight, 0.9m running depth, slow-sinking action, and VMC 7554 Black Nickel hooks. Choose your colour to match the forage, the light conditions, or the target species:

• Gilded Gold Red — warm golden flash with red accents; effective in stained or coloured water and low-light conditions for perch and trout

• Gilded Oikiwa — natural baitfish shading; a versatile all-round choice for clear water

• Gilded Hot Tiger — high-contrast orange and black striping; excels in murky water or when fish need triggering

• Gilded Parrot — vivid multi-tone finish; good for active, aggressive fish

• Gilded Fire Tiger — classic fire tiger pattern; proven choice for perch in both rivers and stillwaters

• Gilded Inakko — subtle natural tone; suited to pressured fish and clear conditions

• Gilded Gold Ayu — gold ayu imitation; a reliable pick when ayu-type baitfish are present

Facts

• Lure type: Wobbler (hard plastic)

• Length: 5.5cm

• Weight: 5g

• Swimming action: Slow sinking

• Running depth: 0.9m

• Hook configuration: VMC 7554 Black Nickel, size 12

• Target species: Perch, trout

• Technique: Spinning / count-down retrieve

• Delivery: 1 wobbler in selected colour