Rapala · Floating Jerkbaits
Rapala X Rap Lure, 3 1/8 in, Glass Ghost
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- Item weight
- 0.02 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 3-1/8 inch saltwater jerkbait with twitch-and-pause action for coastal species.
This 3-1/8 inch X Rap Deep in Glass Ghost is a suspending jerkbait that works from 5 to 10 feet down. It hangs in place when you pause, which is the moment a cold-water fish tends to commit. A flash feather tail and internal long-cast system help it reach distance for freshwater bass and walleye fishing.
Best for
- Snook and tarpon in flats and backwaters
- Redfish in shallow bays and estuaries
- Sight-casting on sight
Skip if
- You fish freshwater lakes or rivers
- You prefer steady retrieve lures
Strengths
- Corrosion-resistant hardware for saltwater use
- Realistic mullet shape mimics coastal forage
- Single hook reduces snags in shallow cover
Trade-offs
- Requires active twitch-and-pause technique for best results
- Shallow diving depth limits use in deeper water
- Heavier than some topwater options, requires adequate casting distance
Fishing fit
- Species
- Snook & tarpon
- Speckled trout
- Redfish
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Topwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its see-through pattern suits clear water in bright light.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
How deep and around what
It runs down to 10 ft, in the mid depth zone, along grass edges and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft) (this product)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 10 ft
- Depth zone
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Rock
What it imitates
Its see-through pattern imitates minnows.
- Minnow
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Glass GhostThis one | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Pearl Grey Shiner | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Olive Green, Yellow Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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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 Twitchin' Mullet, 3-1/8 in, 7/16 oz | Lure weight:7/16 oz | Length:3.125 in | Maximum diving depth:2 ft | Color:Mullet | Suits:Shallow (to 5 ft) |
| Rapala X Rap Lure, 3 1/8 in, Glass Ghost | Lure weight:— | Length:3.125 in | Maximum diving depth:10 ft | Color:Glass Ghost | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), 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
| Length | 3.125 in |
|---|---|
| Minimum diving depth | 5 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 10 ft |
| Buoyancy | Suspending |
| Color | Glass Ghost |
| Color family | Translucent |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 3.125 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 10 ft.
Does it float or sink?
It is a suspending lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Glass Ghost.
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