{"product_id":"rapala-ripstop-lure-elite-blue-size-12-4-3-4-in-4-5-ft-depth-1-2-oz-3-5-hooks","title":"Rapala RipStop Lure Elite Blue Size 12 4-3\/4 in 4-5 ft depth 1\/2 oz 3-#5 hooks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rapala RipStop Elite Blue is a versatile swimbait designed to attract a wide range of gamefish. Its reflective Elite Blue color and balanced profile are built to perform across varying light conditions, from bright sun to overcast days. While the lure’s construction emphasizes durability, its finesse-oriented shape remains responsive to a variety of retrieves, giving you flexible options on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RipStop tail design is the standout feature. It delivers a fast-ripping, flashing swimbait action that invites bites and triggers draws without rushing you through a session. Anglers can fish it by casting and winding, winding and stopping, twitching, snapping, ripping, or suspending—adapting to the moment and the target species as conditions change. The lure’s forward motion can stop on a dime, followed by a subtle shimmy before resting, then a slow head lift as the pattern repeats with the next retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable two-part plastic integrated lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual control system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard plastic boot tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVMC black nickel fine wire hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Elite Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn-water behavior and retrieval ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning depth: 4 to 5 feet, suitable for mid-water column casting and working near weedlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1\/2 oz for solid casting balance and control in variable winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody length: 4 3\/4 inches, offering a substantial presence without being bulky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction: fast flashing swimbait with hard stopping that creates a distinctive profile during retrieves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTail and lift: subtle shimmy followed by a slow head rise during pause, enhancing visibility and appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor different water conditions and fish targets, adjust retrieve speed and pause length to dial in the rip-and-suspend pattern that suits your day on the water. This lure pairs well with a variety of fishing styles, letting you experiment with cadence to find what triggers bites in your local spot.\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: What are the specs for the Rapala RipStop Elite Blue lure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Model size 12, 4 3\/4 inch body, runs 4-5 ft, weighs 1\/2 oz, equipped with three #5 hooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What makes the RipStop action unique on the water?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A durable two-part lip, dual control system, hard boot tail, and fast flashing action produce a wide, rip-then-rest motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rapala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42138105643088,"sku":"B07GC9TJF6","price":53.96,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/rapala-ripstop-lure-elite-blue-front-view.jpg?v=1774117496","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/rapala-ripstop-lure-elite-blue-size-12-4-3-4-in-4-5-ft-depth-1-2-oz-3-5-hooks","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}