Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala Original Floater 09, 3.5 in, Gold Fluorescent Red
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Options
- Item weight
- 5 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 3.54 x 1.14 x 0.71 inches
Quick take
The original Rapala floater in 3.5 inches with balsa construction and wounded-minnow action.
The Original Floater 09 is a 3.5-inch balsa wood minnow that floats at rest, so it works as a surface twitch bait or a shallow runner. At about 3/16 ounce, it suits anglers targeting trout and walleye in streams, lakes and rivers, and a split shot adds depth for medium-depth retrieves. Its gold and fluorescent red finish with black nickel hooks gives a classic minnow look for anglers who want a lure that starts in the shallows.
Best for
- Trout in streams and small lakes
- Twitching surface presentations
- Anglers who prefer classic lure designs
Skip if
- You need sinking lures for deep water
- You want fast casting and retrieve
Strengths
- Balsa construction provides natural movement and buoyancy
- Hand-tuned and tank-tested for consistent action
- VMC hooks are sharp and reliable
Trade-offs
- Balsa is fragile and dents easily
- Floating design limits depth control
- Small size (3.5 in) not suited to large fish
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | floating minnow lure |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5 grams |
| Material | Balsa wood |
| Hook | VMC black nickel |
When and where to fish it
Its craw or red pattern suits stained water.
- Clarity
- Stained
What it imitates
Its craw or red pattern imitates crawfish.
- Crawfish
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Gold Fluorescent RedThis one | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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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 | 3.5 in |
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Color | Gold Fluorescent Red |
| Color family | Craw and red |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 3/16 oz.
How long is it?
It is 3.5 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a floating lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Gold Fluorescent Red.
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