RAPALA BALSA XTREME JOINT MINNOW 3-1/2" - SMELT
The BX® Series from Rapala brings together the lively, responsive action of classic balsa lures with the durability needed for the toughest fishing conditions. Named Field & Stream’s “Best of the Best” in 2013, these baits are some of the most energetic, and rugged, balsa-core lures ever made. Each one features a balsa interior encased in a tough copolymer shell, giving it exceptional resilience while allowing for incredibly realistic, life-like finishes.
Features:
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Balsa core with a protective copolymer shell
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Buoyant design with a crisp kicking action
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Molded 3D head, gill, and scale details
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Internal X-Foil for added flash
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Flat-sided profile that produces strong flash on the roll
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Ultra-realistic finishes
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3D holographic eyes
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Hand-tuned and tank-tested for peak performance
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Suitable for casting or trolling
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Diving depth: 4'–6'
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Effective for a wide range of gamefish
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Outfitted with VMC black-nickel round bend hooks

Description
The BX® Series from Rapala brings together the lively, responsive action of classic balsa lures with the durability needed for the toughest fishing conditions. Named Field & Stream’s “Best of the Best” in 2013, these baits are some of the most energetic, and rugged, balsa-core lures ever made. Each one features a balsa interior encased in a tough copolymer shell, giving it exceptional resilience while allowing for incredibly realistic, life-like finishes.
Features:
-
Balsa core with a protective copolymer shell
-
Buoyant design with a crisp kicking action
-
Molded 3D head, gill, and scale details
-
Internal X-Foil for added flash
-
Flat-sided profile that produces strong flash on the roll
-
Ultra-realistic finishes
-
3D holographic eyes
-
Hand-tuned and tank-tested for peak performance
-
Suitable for casting or trolling
-
Diving depth: 4'–6'
-
Effective for a wide range of gamefish
-
Outfitted with VMC black-nickel round bend hooks














