Rapala · Stickbaits & Minnows
Rapala Original Floater F18 Floating Minnow, Blue
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- Item weight
- 27.22 g
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 7.1 inch floating minnow in silver that imitates a small baitfish with realistic swimming action.
The blue Rapala Original Floater F18 is a 7-inch floating minnow with a balsa wood body, a shape that works the top of the water for anglers chasing bass, trout and walleye. Its fitted black nickel hooks and natural minnow profile make it a ready-to-cast pick for a first trip. Blue is one of several finishes available for this model.
Best for
- Bass and pike hunting small baitfish near surface
- Clear water where natural minnow imitation works
- Steady retrieve or stop-and-go action
Skip if
- You need a sinking lure for deep water
- You fish stained water where visibility is limited
Strengths
- Long 7.1 inch profile resembles natural baitfish
- Floating design allows twitching and pausing on the surface
- Silver finish reflects light and mimics scale pattern
Trade-offs
- 7.1 inches is relatively large; not ideal for panfish
- Floating design limits depth; cannot reach deep feeding zones
- Silver finish is visible to fish in very clear water
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Pike & musky
- Trout
- Panfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
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 to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
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| Silver Fluorescent Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Silver | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Gold Fluorescent Red | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Gold | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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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 | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala Original Floater F18 Floating Minnow, Blue | Length:7 in | Color:Blue | Suits:Muddy water |
| Rapala Original Floater F18 Floating Minnow, Perch | Length:7 in | Color:Perch | Suits:Clear water |
| Rapala Original Floater F18, 7.1 in, Silver | Length:7 in | Color:Silver | Suits:Clear and stained 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 | 7 in |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Color | Blue |
| Color family | Dark |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 7 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a floating lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Blue.
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