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Rapala Ultra Light Rippin' Rap Size 4
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SKU: WX2*0724138
Overview
Built for anglers who want a compact lure that can be worked a few different ways, this lipless bait is designed to crank, swim, or be ripped through cover. Its deep belly profile and skinny sides create a fluttering drop, while the hard vibration and loud BB rattle add sound and movement on both fast and slow retrieves. The textured body and deep-set 3D holographic eyes give it a realistic look for clear water, yet the rattle also makes it a practical choice when visibility is lower. It is well suited for fishing over grass, around timber, and through rocks when a versatile, easy-to-work presentation is needed.
Why Hunters Choose the Rapala
Tall, Skinny
Lipless design offers versatile crank,
Deep Belly
Profile and skinny sides flutter
Hard Vibrating
Action works on fast or
Loud Bb
Rattle system adds distinct sound
Textured Scales,
Gills, and 3D holographic eyes
Key Features
- Tall, skinny body shape with a lipless design for crank, swim, and rip retrieves.
- Deep belly profile and skinny sides flutter on the drop.
- Hard vibrating action works on fast or slow retrieves.
- Loud BB rattle system adds distinctive sound.
- Textured scales and gills with deep-set 3D holographic eyes.
- Fast-piercing VMC black nickel hooks included.
- 1.5-inch length
Best Used For
- Anglers fishing ultra-light setups that need a compact lipless bait for varied retrieves.
- Users working grass, timber, or rocks and wanting a lure that can be ripped through cover.
- Clear-water anglers who value realistic detailing and a subtle profile.
- Stained-water fishermen relying on sound and vibration to help trigger strikes.
- Those wanting a simple-to-fish lure for crank, swim, and rip presentations.
Specifications
| Action | Hard vibrating action |
|---|---|
| Body Finish | Textured scaled body |
| Body Shape | Tall, skinny body shape |
| Design | Lipless design |
| Eyes | Deep-set 3D holographic eyes |
| Hook Type | Fast-piercing VMC black nickel hooks |
| Length | 1.5" |
| Profile | Deep belly profile |
| Rattle System | Loud BB rattle system |
| Sides | Skinny sides |
Pros
- Tall, skinny lipless design offers versatile crank, swim, and rip presentations.
- Deep belly profile and skinny sides flutter on the drop.
- Hard vibrating action works on fast or slow retrieves.
- Loud BB rattle system adds distinct sound appeal.
- Textured scales, gills, and 3D holographic eyes add realistic detail.
- Fast-piercing VMC black nickel hooks are included.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- At 1.5" long, this is an ultra-light presentation, so it is best suited to smaller-profile applications rather than larger baitfish imitations.
- The lipless design and hard vibration are built for active retrieves; it is less of a subtle, slow-finesse option.
- The loud BB rattle system adds attraction, but it also makes this a more aggressive choice when a quieter presentation is preferred.
- Its tall, skinny body and drop flutter are useful around grass, timber, and rocks, but that same profile can be less forgiving in very heavy cover if the retrieve is not managed carefully.
Suggested Comparisons
- Lipless crankbaits
- Ultra-light fishing lures
- Rattle baits
- Hard-vibration search baits
Suggested Accessories
- Tackle box organizer
- Fishing line
- Split rings
- Snap swivels
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of lure is the Ultra Light Rippin' Rap Size 4?
It is a Rapala Ultra Light Rippin' Rap with a tall, skinny body shape and a lipless design.
How is this lure intended to be fished?
The product description says it can be cranked, swum, and ripped through cover. It is described as easy to fish for pulling over or through grass, bouncing off timber, and ripping through rocks.
Does it have a rattle system?
Yes. It features a loud, distinctive BB rattle system.
What visual details are mentioned on the lure?
The description mentions textured scales and gills, plus deep-set 3D holographic eyes.
What size is this lure?
The listed length is 1.5 inches.