Rapala Countdown Elite 9.5cm 14g Gilded Silver Shad

Rapala Countdown Elite 9.5 cm 14 g — Gilded Silver Shad — Precision Sinking Action at Any Depth

The Rapala Countdown Elite (CDE) brings Rapala's legendary balsa craftsmanship into the modern era, combining a controlled, seductive sink with long-cast capability and a striking gilded finish that sets it apart from the crowd.

Controlled Sink, Irresistible Flutter

Handcrafted from balsa wood, the Countdown Elite sinks at a predictable, countable rate — letting you dial in exactly the depth where fish are holding. As it descends, it produces a tantalizing flutter that triggers reaction strikes from perch and trout alike. The Gilded Silver Shad finish layers metallic effects and HD printing for a lifelike shimmer that performs in clear to lightly coloured water.

Built Tough for Hard Fights

A through-wire construction and heavy-duty split rings keep everything connected when a big perch or trout makes its run. Two 2X strong black nickel VMC treble hooks deliver reliable penetration and corrosion resistance, while the modern frame geometry improves casting distance and accuracy over traditional balsa designs.

Choose the Right Variant

All Countdown Elite 9.5 cm 14 g variants share the same sinking action, balsa body, and VMC treble hooks. Colour choice is the key decision — match the hatch or go for contrast depending on water clarity and light conditions:

• Gilded Silver Shad — cool, high-contrast flash; ideal for clear water, bright conditions, and silver-coloured baitfish imitation targeting perch and trout

• Gilded Gold Shad — warm gold tone; effective in overcast or slightly coloured water

• Gilded Firetiger — high-visibility chartreuse/orange; low-light or stained water, pike and perch

• Gilded Chartreuse Yamame — bright attractor; coloured water or heavily overcast skies

• Gilded Chartreuse Orange Belly — strong contrast; murky conditions, aggressive fish

• Gilded Yamame — natural olive-brown; clear streams, pressured trout

• Gilded Rainbow Trout — trout-imitating pattern; lakes and rivers where trout prey on smaller trout

• Gilded Ayu / Gilded Wakasagi / Gilded Inakko / Gilded Oikawa / Gilded Maiwashi — slim baitfish patterns inspired by Asian species; versatile for trout and perch

• Gilded Iwana — subtle natural pattern; clear, cold water trout fishing

• Gilded Red Belly / Gilded Red Head — red accent triggers; post-spawn or aggressive feeding windows

• Gilded Pearl Orange — warm, pearlescent; low-light mornings and evenings

• Gilded Gold Orange / Gilded Gold Ayu — warm-toned hybrids; transitional light conditions

• Gilded Gold Red — red-gold combination; stained water, perch and trout

• Gilded Glass Ghost — translucent; ultra-clear water, subtle presentation

• Gilded Minnow — classic silver-blue minnow imitation; versatile all-rounder

• Gilded Clown — bold multi-colour attractor; coloured water or reaction bites

Facts

• Lure type: sinking wobbler (hard bait)

• Body material: balsa wood

• Length: 9.5 cm (95 mm)

• Weight: 14 g

• Swimming action: sinking

• Hook configuration: 2X strong black nickel VMC treble hooks

• Target species: perch, trout

• Colour: Gilded Silver Shad

• Includes: 1 lure