Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala CountDown Minnow, 9/16 oz, Perch
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Color: Perch
- Item weight
- 16 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 4.33 x 1.61 x 0.94 inches
Quick take
A 2-inch sinking balsa minnow crankbait with controlled depth technology that counts down to reach suspended fish at specific depths.
The Rapala CountDown CD11 in Perch is a 4-3/8 inch lure weighing 9/16 ounce, and its perch color suits anglers who target perch. Its controlled depth design lets you count down to a chosen depth before you retrieve, so you can work the water where fish are holding. It fits first-time anglers and experienced ones alike.
Best for
- Clear water trout and walleye fishing
- Targeting suspended bass in ponds and lakes
- Reaching fish at 3 to 6 feet deep
Skip if
- You need depth control beyond 6 feet
- You fish in heavy weeds
Strengths
- Countdown system reaches precise depths
- Natural minnow profile and swimming action
- Proven design trusted by experienced anglers
Trade-offs
- At 3/16 oz difficult to cast in strong wind
- Balsa is less durable than plastic
- VMC hooks may rust without care
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Bass
- Walleye
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its natural pattern suits clear water, where fish get a long look at the lure.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Green Muddler, PerchThis one | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Gold | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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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 CD11 Countdown Minnow, 2 in, 3-6 ft Depth | Lure weight:3/16 oz | Length:2 in | Maximum diving depth:6 ft | Color:Olive Green Muddler | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water, bass, trout and walleye |
| Rapala CountDown Minnow, 9/16 oz, Rainbow Trout | Lure weight:9/16 oz | Length:4.375 in | Maximum diving depth:13 ft | Color:Rainbow Trout | Suits:Deep (12 to 25 ft), clear water, bass, trout and walleye |
| Rapala CountDown Minnow, 9/16 oz, Perch | Lure weight:9/16 oz | Length:4.375 in | Maximum diving depth:— | Color:Perch | Suits:Clear 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 | 9/16 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.375 in |
| Color | Perch |
| Color family | Natural |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 9/16 oz.
How long is it?
It is 4.375 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Perch.
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