Rapala X-Rap Long Cast Jerkbait – Mullet for Inshore Bass & Striper

Overview

The Rapala X-Rap Long Cast is engineered for inshore anglers who want aggressive lure action with long-distance reach. With a 4-3/4" body that runs about 4–5 ft and a 1-1/4 oz profile in the Mullet color, this hard bait delivers a lifelike presence that can help you cover points, flats, and shorelines with confidence.

Its design blends a sharp, darting attack with a suspending finish. The lure snaps into action with quick, precise movements and then pauses, staying in the strike zone long enough to attract bites. Built by fishermen for fishermen, it balances durability with responsive performance to withstand repeated retrieves in varied conditions.

Key benefits

• Slashbait Action: aggressive, darting movements to provoke reaction bites from bass, walleye, and pike.
• Suspending Hard Bait: remains in the strike zone during twitch-and-pause retrieves for controlled presentation.
• Long Cast Performance: aerodynamic body enables longer casts to reach far points, flats, and shorelines.
• Durable Hardware: strong hooks and a rugged body built to handle repeated strikes.
• Brand Promise: crafted by anglers who understand what you need on the water.

Real-world use

Ideal for fishers pursuing inshore bass and striped bass along structure-rich zones, as well as walleye and pike near weed lines or rocky edges. The Mullet color provides a natural profile in clear and stained water, helping the lure blend with local baitfish and attract attentions from ambush predators.

• Targets: bass, striper, walleye, pike
• Locations: points, edges, flats, shorelines
• Presentation: twitch-pause, short hops, and steady retrieves to test different reads

How to fish

• Cast beyond the target area and let it settle to depth (about 4–5 ft).
• Initiate with sharp, brief twitches and follow with a deliberate pause.
• Mix cadence until you find what triggers bites in the current conditions.

Specifications

• Body length: 4-3/4"
• Running depth: 4'-5'
• Weight: 1-1/4 oz
• Color: Mullet