Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala CountDown CD5 Minnow, 2 in, 3/16 oz, Firetiger
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- Item weight
- 5.31 g
- Product dimensions
- 4.25 x 1.13 x 0.75 inches
Quick take
A 2-inch suspending countdown minnow that sinks to target fish at specific depths.
The firetiger Rapala CountDown CD05 is a 2-inch balsa minnow with a controlled sinking action, built to reach a target depth of about 3 to 6 feet on the count down. Anglers reach for it when fishing for trout, bass or walleye in lakes, streams and reservoirs. Its minnow profile and two number 10 hooks make it a practical choice for working a set depth.
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
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | countdown minnow |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 in |
| Weight | 3/16 oz |
| Running depth | 3-6 ft |
| Hooks | Two number 10 hooks |
| Color | Firetiger |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Trout
- Walleye
When and where to fish it
Its silver baitfish pattern suits clear to lightly stained water.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
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
What it imitates
Its silver baitfish pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| SilverThis one | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Blue | 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
| Lure weight | 3/16 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 in |
| Minimum diving depth | 3 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 6 ft |
| Buoyancy | Sinking |
| Color family | Shad and silver |
| Target species | Trout, Bass and Walleye |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 3/16 oz.
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.
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