Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala Countdown CD5, 2 in, Blue
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- Item weight
- 5.31 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 1.97 x 1.14 x 0.67 inches
Quick take
A 2-inch suspending countdown minnow that sinks to target fish at specific depths.
The blue Rapala CountDown CD5 is a 2-inch balsa minnow that sinks at a steady rate, so an angler can count it down to a chosen depth. Its slow-rolling swimming action suits trolling or casting for trout in rivers and streams. Two VMC black nickel hooks are rigged on its body.
Best for
- Trout and walleye in lakes and reservoirs
- Targeting fish suspending at specific depths
- Clear to slightly stained water with natural forage
Skip if
- You need floating or shallow-running lures
- You fish murky water where visibility is limited
Strengths
- Countdown design sinks at predictable rate allowing depth control
- Suspending action pauses mid-fall triggering strikes from wary fish
- Realistic balsa construction provides natural swimming motion
- Trusted design with proven catch record across multiple species
Trade-offs
- Balsa wood is fragile and cracks when striking rocks or cover
- Smaller size limits use on large bass or pike
- Requires casting skill to work different depths effectively
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Bass
- Walleye
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its dark pattern shows as a silhouette in muddy water and at night.
- Clarity
- Muddy
- Light
- Low light
- Night
How deep and around what
It runs down to 6 ft, in the mid depth zone, along grass edges and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft) (this product)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 6 ft
- Depth zone
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Rock
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| BlueThis one | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Maximum diving depth | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala CountDown CD5 Minnow, 2 in, 3/16 oz, Firetiger | Lure weight:3/16 oz | Length:2 in | Maximum diving depth:6 ft | Color:Silver | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear and stained water, bass, trout and walleye |
| Rapala Countdown CD5, 2 in, Blue | Lure weight:— | Length:2 in | Maximum diving depth:6 ft | Color:Blue | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), muddy water |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Length | 2 in |
|---|---|
| Minimum diving depth | 3 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 6 ft |
| Buoyancy | Sinking |
| Color | Blue |
| Color family | Dark |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 2 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 6 ft.
Does it float or sink?
It is a sinking lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Blue.
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