Rapala Countdown Lures
The Rapala Countdown 5cm is a proven predator fishing lure designed to give anglers precise control over depth, making it incredibly effective for targeting fish holding at specific levels in the water. Whether you’re fishing over weed beds, along drop-offs, or near the bottom, this lure allows you to consistently reach suspended fish.
Built from high-quality balsa wood, the Countdown produces a natural, slow-rolling swimming action that closely mimics a baitfish. This subtle yet effective movement is ideal for tempting perch, trout, chub, and smaller pike, especially when fish are feeding cautiously.
Using the well-known countdown method, you can accurately control how deep the lure runs by allowing it to sink for a set amount of time before retrieving. This makes it a reliable choice for working different depths and locating feeding fish quickly.
The weighted design ensures a steady, controlled sink rate, while maintaining the classic Rapala action on the retrieve. This balance of control and movement makes it one of the most versatile lures for predator fishing across rivers, canals, and stillwaters.
Each lure is hand tuned and tank tested to ensure consistent performance, and fitted with sharp VMC black nickel hooks for dependable hook-ups.
At 5cm and 5g, the Rapala Countdown offers the perfect balance between finesse and casting weight, making it suitable for a wide range of light predator fishing situations.
Key features
- 5cm, 5g slow-sinking predator fishing lure
- Premium balsa construction with natural action
- Controlled depth fishing using the countdown method
- Slow rolling swimming action on the retrieve
- Ideal for perch, trout, chub, and small pike
- Effective for fishing mid-water, near weed tops, or bottom structure
- Hand tuned and tank tested for reliable performance
- Fitted with VMC black nickel hooks
Available in a range of classic and modern colour patterns to suit all fishing conditions.
