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Rapala · Suspending Jerkbaits
Rapala X Rap Saltwater 12 Jerkbait, Glass Ghost
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Color: Glass Ghost
Length: Body Length: 4-3/4"
- Body Length: 4-3/4"
- Body Length: 5-1/2" not in Glass Ghost
- Item weight
- 0.02 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 4.8 x 1.1 x 1.1 inches
Quick take
A 5-1/2 inch aggressive saltwater jerkbait with corrosion-resistant hardware for nearshore and offshore species.
The Glass Ghost version of the X-Rap Saltwater 12 is a 4-3/4 inch hard bait for anglers who want a jerkbait-style lure for a twitch-and-pause retrieve. Its Glass Ghost finish is the color on this model. It belongs to the Rapala X-Rap Saltwater series, so anglers who fish several sizes can match it across the line.
Best for
- Striped bass and large saltwater predators in coastal areas
- Jerk and pause retrieves over flats and drop-offs
- Situations where aggressive darting action triggers strikes
Skip if
- You fish freshwater only
- You need a walking topwater action
Strengths
- Corrosion-resistant hardware withstands saltwater exposure without degradation
- Aggressive darting jerkbait action mimics distressed or fleeing prey
- 1-1/2 oz weight allows long casts and reaches deeper structure
Trade-offs
- Jerking technique requires experience and upper body strength
- Large size 5-1/2 inch may spook smaller fish species
Fishing fit
- Species
- Striped bass
- Offshore pelagics
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its see-through pattern suits clear water in bright light.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
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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| Spotted Minnow | 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 | Hook size | Maximum diving depth | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala X-Rap Saltwater, 5-1/2 in, 1-1/2 oz | Lure weight:1 1/2 oz | Length:5.5 in | Hook size:2/0 | Maximum diving depth:8 ft | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water, striped bass and offshore pelagics |
| Rapala X Rap Saltwater 12 Jerkbait, Glass Ghost | Lure weight:— | Length:4.75 in | Hook size:— | Maximum diving depth:— | 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
| Length | 4.75 in |
|---|---|
| Color | Glass Ghost |
| Color family | Translucent |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4.75 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Glass Ghost.
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