Since its founding in 1936, Rapala stands for innovation and quality in fishing tackle. Nowadays, the name is deeply rooted and known to every angler, far beyond “only” spin fishing. The invention of the “wobbler” by Lauri Rapala was a long time ago and much has happened since then. Today, the brand trumps with superior know-how especially in lure design, combining traditional values in craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technologies and uncompromising quality control. Because Rapala lures are still hand-tuned and tank-tested before packaging to assure your lure has the Rapala trademark swimming action.
Everyone remembers their first X-Rap®! An inimitable swim action - just cast and retrieve it – so simple, yet so effective and recognized that Rapala has patented the “Slashbait®”. The colors, specially designed to adapt to all situations, benefit from a translucent coating. Internal holographic sheets and 3D eyes add even more appeal to lure. Since the first “Minnow” of the series, this family has grown and now consists of many “X-Rap”-branded members with the X-Rap Haku being one of them.
Haku: The Finnish word for “seek” – because the X-Rap® Haku is seeking trouble and ready to rumble with the big mamas. Built tough for big fish, the X-Rap® Haku features Rapala’s proprietary 3R-System (Rapala Release Rig) with 100 lbs titanium wire and VMC® Coastal Black hooks. When rigged for action, the hooks are positioned just like on a regular glide bait, and the rig rests in the lure’s belly groove, out of the way and protected from weeds and snags. At hook-set, the hook rig will release from the body, allowing a direct contact to the fish and letting the fish have no chance to use the lure as leverage to break free. The rig also makes removing the hooks easier the fish as the body of the lure is not in the way. X-Rap® Haku can be used for different presentations and it is super easy to use. Gliding action can be created by either twitching with the rod or by using a stop & go retrieve. Twitching and jerking will create a faster turning side-to-side action, while a stop & go retrieve allows for longer gliding action. A fast burn in between the stops mimics escaping baitfish.
Details:
- High-impact ABS-Body
- 3R-System: Rapala Release Rig
- Walk-the-dog Glidebait Action
- Targeted for Freshwater Predators
- VMC® 4551 Coastal Black 3/0 Hooks
- 100 lbs Titanium Wire Rig
- Length: 14 cm
- Weight: 74 g
- Swimming Depth: variable
Rapala has been one of the top brands for spin anglers for ages and not without good reason. Frequent innovations, high quality products and absolute exceptional catches on the lures have contributed to the fact that anglers in over 140 countries trust the Finnish manufacturer. Starting with wooden hardbaits, the products have always evolved and almost every new development directly becomes a classic. Meanwhile, Rapala offers everything the spin fishing heart can desire - from rods and landing nets to bags and backpacks, to tools and much more.
