Rapala Countdown Elite 9.5cm 14g Gilded Glass Ghost

Rapala Countdown Elite 9.5 cm 14 g — Precision Sinking Wobbler in Gilded Glass Ghost

The Countdown Elite (CDE) is Rapala's evolution of their legendary balsa sinking wobbler — combining old-school craftsmanship with modern performance demands. The Gilded Glass Ghost colourway adds a translucent, metallic shimmer that proves irresistible in clear or lightly coloured water.

Controlled Sink Rate, Seductive Action

Handcrafted from balsa wood, the Countdown Elite sinks at a slow, steady rate that lets you count it down precisely to any depth in the water column. As it descends, the lure flutters with a tight, enticing wobble that triggers strikes from predators holding deep or suspending near structure. This controllable presentation sets it apart from floaters and is key to targeting perch and trout at depth.

Built for Distance and Durability

Modern engineering upgrades make this classic more fishable than ever. A reinforced through-wire construction and heavy-duty split rings add structural integrity, while the aerodynamic balsa body delivers casting distance and accuracy you can rely on in tight spots. The 2X strong black nickel treble hooks by VMC are razor-sharp and corrosion-resistant, handling hard-fighting fish with confidence.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants share the same proven 9.5 cm / 14 g sinking balsa body with VMC 2X strong black nickel treble hooks. The colour you pick can make a real difference depending on light conditions, water clarity, and target species.

• Gilded Glass Ghost — translucent ghost finish with metallic gilding; ideal for clear water and bright conditions targeting perch and trout

• Gilded Ayu — natural baitfish pattern; all-round choice for rivers and lakes

• Gilded Gold Ayu — golden baitfish; low-light and stained water

• Gilded Oikawa — subtle silver-blue; clear water, finicky trout

• Gilded Red Belly — contrasting belly flash; perch and pike in coloured water

• Gilded Chartreuse Yamame — high-visibility chartreuse; murky or fast water

• Gilded Pearl Orange — warm pearl tone; versatile in mixed-species fisheries

• Gilded Live Roach — roach imitation; pike, perch, zander in still and slow water

• Gilded Clown — bold contrast; stained water, overcast days

• Gilded Silver Shad — shad pattern; open water, larger predators

• Gilded Maiwashi — sardine-style; saltwater-adjacent and brackish use

• Gilded Inakko — natural fry imitation; trout streams

• Gilded Red Head — classic attractor; pike and perch in all conditions

• Gilded Chartreuse Orange Belly — high-vis top, warm belly; low light and dirty water

• Gilded Rainbow Trout — realistic trout pattern; cannibal trout, perch

• Gilded Firetiger — aggressive attractor; pike in coloured water

• Gilded Iwana — Japanese char pattern; trout and char in clear streams

• Gilded Wakasagi — smelt imitation; trout, perch in cold clear water

• Gilded Minnow — minnow profile; stream trout, perch

• Gilded Yamame — yamame trout pattern; finesse river fishing

• Gilded Gold Red — warm gold-red; autumn conditions, trout and perch

• Gilded Gold Shad — golden shad; bright conditions, open water

• Gilded Gold Orange — warm attractor; overcast days, perch

Facts

• Length: 9.5 cm (95 mm)

• Weight: 14 g

• Body material: Balsa wood

• Lure type: Sinking wobbler (hard bait)

• Swimming action: Sinking

• Hooks: 2X strong black nickel treble hooks by VMC

• Target species: Perch, trout

• Quantity: 1 lure per pack