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After a very long wait, the historic jointed minnow Rapala Countdown Jointed J-11 is finally back on the market and available! This is a unique opportunity: the legendary sinking Rapala lure, out of production for years, is now being reproduced in a limited series. Don't miss the chance to add an artificial lure that made fishing history to your tackle box.
The Rapala Countdown Jointed J-11 is not just a jointed minnow, but a true wildcard for the most complicated fishing situations.
Its unique action makes it irreplaceable when fish are apathetic. Thanks to its jointed and sinking (Countdown) nature, it is perfect for use:
After Frosts: When water temperature is very low and fish are holding close to the bottom.
Predator Apathy: When fish are not "hunting" convincingly and need a lure with a softer, more vibrant movement to stimulate an attack.
As a Countdown (CD) model, the J-11 sinks at a constant rate (approximately 1 foot per second). This allows the angler to precisely reach the exact depth where predators are holding. The jointed action (two connected sections) amplifies the vibration, and the tail flickers more slowly and realistically than a traditional minnow, maximizing its alluring power on suspicious fish.
The Rapala Countdown Jointed J-11 is renowned for its exceptional versatility in fresh and brackish waters, proving lethal for a wide range of large predators:
Saltwater: Seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax).
Freshwater: Black Bass, Pike, Perch, and large Trout (both river and lake).