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Rapala · Suspending Jerkbaits
Rapala X-Rap Jerkbait, Deep Diving Hard Bait
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- Item weight
- 0.02 kg
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
Aggressive suspending jerkbait with hard-cutting action and integrated rattle system.
This 4 inch Rapala X-Rap in Slick is a suspending, rattling jerkbait aimed at bass, walleye and pike. Its darting action and pause-friendly suspend let you work the strike zone slowly with a twitch-and-pause retrieve. It is a fit for anglers who like jerkbaits for cooler, clearer water.
Best for
- Bass and walleye in pressured water
- Twitch-and-pause retrieves
- Spring and fall transitions
Skip if
- You prefer floating or sinking jerkbaits
- You fish very shallow water
Strengths
- Hard-cutting aggressive darting action
- Suspends at rest for precise control
- Integrated rattle attracts fish
Trade-offs
- Requires active twitching technique
- Aggressive action spooks cautious fish
- May trigger missed strikes from strikes
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Walleye
- Pike & musky
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Glass Ghost Body Length | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Crystal Shad, Silver Body Length | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Brown Trout, Olive Green Muddler, Perch, River Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Purple Gold | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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| Hot Blue Frost | 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 X-Rap Jerkbait, 1/8 oz, Rainbow Trout | Lure weight:1/8 oz | Length:2.5 in | Maximum diving depth:8 ft | Color:Rainbow Trout | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water |
| Rapala X-Rap Deep Jerkbait, 3.125 in | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:3.125 in | Maximum diving depth:5 ft | Color:Snowstorm | Suits:Shallow (to 5 ft), bass, walleye and pike & musky |
| Rapala X-Rap Jerkbait, Deep Diving Hard Bait | Lure weight:— | Length:4 in | Maximum diving depth:— | Color:Slick | Suits:Bass, walleye and pike & musky |
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 | 4 in |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Suspending |
| Rattle | Yes |
| Target species | Bass, Walleye and Pike & musky |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a suspending lure.
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