Rapala X Rap - Rainbow Trout

The Rapala X-Rap in Rainbow Trout is one of the most effective hard-body lures ever designed for aggressive trout, bass, and pike fishing. The X-Rap's slashbait action — a violent, erratic darting motion triggered by a twitch of the rod tip — triggers reaction strikes from fish that have ignored every other presentation. In the Rainbow Trout colorway, the X-Rap perfectly mimics the appearance of a wounded juvenile trout, one of the most irresistible forage items for large predatory fish in Colorado's waters.

Slashbait Action

The X-Rap's defining characteristic is its slashbait action — a hard, darting, side-to-side slash that mimics a wounded, fleeing baitfish with uncanny realism. This action is triggered by a sharp twitch of the rod tip and can be varied from subtle darts to violent slashes depending on the aggressiveness of the fish. The X-Rap suspends between twitches, hanging motionless in the strike zone and giving hesitant fish time to commit.

Textured Body and Holographic Finish

The X-Rap's textured body creates micro-turbulence in the water that adds to its realistic appearance and feel, while the holographic finish catches and reflects light in all directions to simulate the flash of a real baitfish. The Rainbow Trout colorway features the distinctive pink lateral line, olive back, and silver flanks of a juvenile rainbow trout — a highly effective pattern on Colorado's predatory trout and bass.

Premium VMC Hooks

Rapala equips the X-Rap with premium VMC hooks that are needle-sharp out of the box and strong enough to handle large fish without bending or breaking. The rear treble hook is dressed with a feather tail that adds action and conceals the hook point, improving hookup rates on short-striking fish.

Available at Glenwood Springs Outdoors — your local fishing tackle retailer in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.