Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala CountDown Minnow, 9/16 oz, Rainbow Trout
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Options
Color: Rainbow Trout
- Rainbow Trout
- Olive Green Muddler
- Perch
- Blue
- Gold
- Item weight
- 16 g
- Product dimensions
- 4 x 4 x 2 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 Rainbow Trout is a 4-3/8 inch sinking minnow weighing 9/16 ounce. It runs between 9 and 13 feet deep, so an angler can count down to the depth where trout, bass or walleye are holding. Its natural color suits anglers who fish trout streams and lakes.
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
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Trout
- Walleye
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 deep and around what
It runs down to 13 ft, in the deep zone, along drop-offs and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft) (this product)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 13 ft
- Depth zone
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Cover
- Open water
- Rock
- Drop-offs
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Green Muddler, Perch | 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 |
| Minimum diving depth | 9 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 13 ft |
| Buoyancy | Sinking |
| Color | Rainbow Trout |
| Color family | Natural |
| Target species | Trout, Bass and Walleye |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 9/16 oz.
How long is it?
It is 4.375 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 13 ft.
Does it float or sink?
It is a sinking lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Rainbow Trout.
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