Rapala CountDown Elite CDE55

From $13.34 USD

Rapala CountDown Elite CDE55

$14.38 USD

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Length55 mm (2.2 in)
Weight5 g (3/16 oz)
Depth0.9–1.2 m
TypeMinnow

Description

The Rapala CountDown Elite CDE55 is a 5.5cm, 5g balsa sinking minnow that runs 0.9-1.2m deep, fitted with two No.12 hooks. It uses a high-strength stainless steel through-body wire plate for added durability and a lower centre of gravity than earlier CountDown designs, plus an eco-friendly tungsten core weight for improved casting distance.

Its flat-sided body produces a sharp dart action on the twitch, while the signature dimpled lip keeps the lure gripping the water for a stable swimming action even in faster currents. Suitable across trout, seabass and bass fishing.

Shipping & returns

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Type: Minnow
Length: 55 mm (2.2 in)
Weight: 5 g (3/16 oz)
Buoyancy: Sinking
Running depth: 0.9–1.2 m
Action: Sharp dart on the twitch and a stable swim, helped by a tungsten core weight and a low centre of gravity
Hook size: #12 treble ×2
Target species: Trout, Perch, Panfish Crappie, European Seabass, Bream, Largemouth Bass
Retrieve style: Steady retrieve or hard twitches
Model: CDE55

Information

The swimming action

A flat-sided body and dimpled lip give the Elite a sharp dart on the twitch and a stable, tight swim that holds together in faster current, helped by a tungsten core weight and a lower centre of gravity than the standard CountDown.

When to throw it

Suited to trout, seabass and bass fishing wherever a durable, hard-jerking minnow is needed, including faster water where lesser sinking minnows lose their action.

How to work it

Fish it with a steady retrieve for a tight swim, or add sharp twitches for a hard side-to-side dart; the through-body wire and tungsten weighting hold up well to repeated aggressive jerking.

The setup it likes

A light-to-medium spinning rod (L–ML, 7ft) with a 2000–2500 reel, 6–8lb line and a 10lb fluorocarbon leader.

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We aim to beat your local price. We ship direct from Japan, cutting out the overseas middleman, and shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and leave within 3–8 business days, tracked. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

Your order leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. Checkout shows the delivery options for your country, with their price and delivery estimate, before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

US import duty is shown as its own line at checkout, before you pay. Your parcel then travels duty-paid, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine Japanese-market stock, sourced in Japan from an established Japanese wholesaler and shipped straight to you. Never marketplace resellers.