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Rapala X-Rap Saltwater Subwalk, Size 09, Glass Ghost
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Options
- Item weight
- 20 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 6 x 1.5 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 3 in topwater plug that walks side-to-side and creates splashing action, designed for saltwater species.
The Rapala X-Rap Saltwater SubWalk in size 09 is a 3.5-inch saltwater lure built to work the top two feet of water. Its 0.75-ounce body and walk-the-dog swim suit anglers who want a surface-oriented bait for inshore structure. A pause lets it glide and drop slowly, giving fish a second look on the fall.
Best for
- Topwater fishing for saltwater species from boats
- Creating surface disturbance to draw strikes from aggressive fish
- Retrieve speeds where the subwalk action triggers strikes
Skip if
- You fish freshwater only
- You target species that prefer subsurface presentations
Strengths
- Realistic profile and lifelike action attract aggressive saltwater species
- Subwalk action creates splashing and water disturbance
- Dual trebles increase hookup rate on strikes
Trade-offs
- 3 inch size may not cast as far as larger saltwater plugs
- Treble hooks require careful handling and cleanup after use
- Saltwater use requires regular freshwater rinsing to prevent corrosion
Fishing fit
- Species
- Offshore pelagics
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Topwater
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | saltwater topwater plug |
|---|---|
| Color | Glass ghost |
| Depth | Topwater |
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 to 2 ft, in the shallow zone, over grass and around wood.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft) (this product)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 2 ft
- Depth zone
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Wood
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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| Red Ghost | 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 | 3/4 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 3.5 in |
| Maximum diving depth | 2 ft |
| Color | Glass Ghost |
| Color family | Translucent |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 3/4 oz.
How long is it?
It is 3.5 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 2 ft.
What color is this version?
This version is Glass Ghost.
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