4.6
At a Glance
Countdown CrankbaitType
0 ftLength
Power
Action
6–14 lbLine Rating
1/4 ozLure Rating
Best For
4-Rod Trolling SetupLure Selection
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sinks at a predictable rate — 1 foot per second, so you can count to your target depth
- The rainbow trout pattern is Paul's go-to when fish are keying on fry
- Tight wobble at slow speeds mimics a wounded minnow perfectly
- Balsa construction gives the most natural action of any hard bait at this price
- Durable — Paul has trolled the same one for a full season without replacing hooks
Cons
- Balsa can dent on a bad rock strike — not as tough as hard plastic lures
- Need to retune the lip occasionally to keep it running straight
Rapala Countdown 1/4oz Rainbow Trout Minnow
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Our Verdict
When the spoons aren't producing and fish are sitting tight to structure, Paul reaches for the Countdown. The 1-foot-per-second sink rate lets you dial in any depth without a weight, and the rainbow trout pattern reads convincingly in Spinney's clear water. A legitimate third option in any South Park trolling box.
Rapala Countdown 1/4oz Rainbow Trout Minnow
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| Full Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Type | Countdown Crankbait |
| Length | 0ft |
| Power | |
| Action | |
| Line Rating | 6–14 lb |
| Lure Rating | 1/4 oz |
| Material | Balsa |
| Weight | 0.25oz |
| Gear Ratio | N/A |
| Bearings | N/A |
| Depth Range | N/A |
| Transducer | N/A |
| Screen | N/A |
| Built-in GPS | N/A |
| Live Imaging | N/A |
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Rapala Countdown 1/4oz Rainbow Trout Minnow
$8
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