{"product_id":"rapala-deep-tail-dancer-07-purpledescent-deep-diving-lure","title":"Rapala Deep Tail Dancer 07 Purpledescent – Deep-Diving Lure","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet the Rapala Deep Tail Dancer 07 Purpledescent, a banana shaped deep-diving lure designed to tempt bigger freshwater and some inshore species. Its pronounced wide tail action, paired with a robust, ultra sharp hook setup, creates a lifelike wounded minnow impression that can entice aggressive strikes in varied conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy it stands out\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey design choices support a versatile working depth and a tempting silhouette:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep Diving Lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalsa wood construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide tail swimming action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal rattle mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVMC Black Nickel treble hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDepth, action, and recovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lure’s enlarged diving lip is engineered to plummet the lure to depths where larger fish often hold, unassisted, reaching down to about 30 feet. The banana shaped body encourages an aggressive, wide-tail motion that remains lively on steady retrieves and responds to pauses with a subtle tail kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and build quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from durable balsa wood, the Deep Tail Dancer balances buoyancy and body feel, helping the lure reach its target depth while maintaining a natural buoyancy for quick resets after each strike. An internal rattle adds an audible cue that complements the visual action, helping fish detect the lure in stained or low light water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEquipment and setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOut of the box, the lure ships with VMC black nickel treble hooks, designed for quick piercing and reliable fights with sizable quarry. Rapala hand tunes and tank tests each unit to ensure it swims true from the first cast, reducing the guesswork on setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow and when to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreat for mid-summer through early fall when larger predators patrol deeper structure, the Deep Tail Dancer 07 Purpledescent excels on deep retrieves and can be effective with pauses to let the tail sway at depth. In clear water, a moderate speed showcases the tail’s wide action; in stained water, rely on the internal rattle to help draw attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which fish or conditions is the Rapala Deep Tail Dancer 07 best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for mid-depth targets; can attract big bass and pike by reaching depths up to 30 feet with a wounded-minnow vibe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the Deep Tail Dancer 07 ready to fish out of the box?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Out of the box, it’s hand-tuned and tank-tested, plus VMC hooks and an internal rattle for added attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rapala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42132256915536,"sku":"B003J4P2BG","price":57.31,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/rapala-deep-tail-dancer-07-purpledescent-lure-swim.jpg?v=1773659377","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/rapala-deep-tail-dancer-07-purpledescent-deep-diving-lure","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}