Rapala Shadow Rap Critical Fail

[@maxwelln7296]

I have lots of them and caught bass and pike on them and never have had a crack or break. They will never break on a fish. I love them

[@Edeitrick57]

Mine are going strong. I caught 38 just on one color! they are great!

[@Afflictionx28]

Exactly. These lures flat out work! Yes they are fragile but that’s due to the design and the fact that they are a made to be a lightweight lure.

[@yagoportolesmarti2473]

Being honest, I have to say that although Rapala creates lures with incredibly effective actions, it does not meet the good quality of its products in terms of their resistance. I have bought many lures from the brand and many times a simple hit to a rock causes the balls to come out of the rattle or the lure breaks. I really think the brand should know about this and fix these problems, because it's going to start getting a bad reputation...

[@adamwells1740]

My favorite lure, caught loads of walleye and bass and never had a fail yet!!!! My only complaint would be that they are overpriced!!🤷🏻‍♂️

[@JimHickeyFishing]

I love Rapala baits and own many original balsa minnows, shad raps, x-raps, fat raps and other cranks but that is just nuts. I just crossed the Shadow Rap off my buy list! Thanks for the video and risking the $$ Rapala should watch the video, refund your $$ no questions asked and re-think, if not recall the baits IMHO

[@edeit40]

Jim Hickey they are great baits though. I own 8 and none are cracked

[@caughtbyconsul96]

My favourite lure last year. Shallow and deep. Awesome for bass and pike all spring, summer, and fall. No issues other scratches from banging rocks and/or teeth marks. Just bought 2 Shadow Rap Shads (that rise). Will make sure not to slap weeds off them just in case.

[@edeit40]

I slap the weeds off mine and they are ok. all 8 of them

[@georgebessas]

Tanks for the review, I just bought a shadow rap to see what the hype is about. I'll have to see how this one handles the season before I invest in more after seeing your vid... I haven't had an issue with other raps in the past before though...

[@nolanminor6761]

I talked to a guy this winter who said he was actually catching them better on the ones that filled with water haha

[@Rscmgw23]

Wow... I bought a couple shadow raps last spring for walleye opener and did quite well. Never checked them for cracks before loosing them to snags. I was considering getting a couple more for opener this year but think I will save my money until I hear rapala has addressed this issue or whether or not this was a bad batch. Thanks

[@NoHandsAndy]

I bought 10 about a year ago. I have not had this happen yet, but I have seen it happen to my friends on simple fishing days with no major slams to the bait.

[@2010shango]

It's kinda cool how both of the cracks are virtually the same. I've had mine for over 2 years and caught a lot of fishes and no cracks!

[@vernoncross3970]

First let me say that the Shadow Rap is a killer lure and catches fish. Rapala will probably fix the problem with a tougher plastic as more complaints roll in. Still, people pay 10 to 12 dollars for these and the first dock, stump or big fish that hits it could crack it, allowing water to enter the body totally changing it's intended action for which the Shadow has become famous for. Oh, and DON'T smack it on the water to get grass off! Sure, a cracked, water filled and now fast, backward sinking Shadow Rap may still catch fish but the fact remains it is no longer suspending in that enticing pause we all bought it for. Instead it is dropping backward and down when paused and the fish that was about to smack it, watches in bewilderment as it dives to the bottom "bass acwards" into the grass. Yes, Rapapa has a problem with this bait and I'll bet they are VERY aware of it. I know of several people that has sent their cracked (through no fault of their own) Shadow Raps back to Rapala. I have 7 Shadow Raps and I am aware of how fragile they are and fish it with kid gloves. I will not buy another one until the 'NEW" improved version comes out. In the mean time don't forget to take your hair dryer and super glue to patch them up.

[@johnmcc4299]

I wonder if it would break if you hit it with a hammer, you might try that next.

[@AnglingAuthority]

John McC A hammer would definitely make quick work of any bait.

[@aaronross9326]

AnglingAuthority.com are you sure? Can you please upload a video of you hitting one with a hammer? Then you might understand sarcasm lol

[@PUMPKNOWSFISHING]

Can you make another vid on how the cracks affect the lure. I'm assuming the lure will take in water? Maybe drop the lure in a jug of water and see if it starts to fast sink then slow sink

[@AnglingAuthority]

+PUMP KNOWS FISHING I think it will take in water, I think the question is how quickly and how does it change the movement. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@murrayac10]

+PUMP KNOWS FISHING I fish these a lot, and I have had them crack before. Not all the time, but it does happen. If you fish a cracked bait, the action is still pretty good but instead of a slow sink on the pause, it sinks like a rock. However, I got in contact with Rapala and voiced my displeasure, and they sent replacements for the cracked lures which are working fine!

[@justinpeters9950]

+AnglingAuthority.com the lure is a slow sinking lure anyways

[@larrysowek3817]

Thanks for the information. I know I speak for all the fisherman who don't want to buy a lure that is cracked and could be changing due to how much water leaks into it.

[@TopWaterAssassin78]

I contacted Rapala about these baits... Here is their response..... Thank you for the email and your feedback. The Shadow Rap is a jerkbait designed to have a specific shape with specific actions. The specific body of the Shadow Rap allows the lure to achieve perfect buoyancy and maximum flash. Rapala can make an indestructible lure, but it has never been our mission to do so. All of our lures combine design, materials, and processes that first ensure the appropriate action to catch fish. In most applications, this also results in a very durable and robust product, but again they are not indestructible. Casting against hard objects, slapping the lure against the water to remove weeds, catching a fish species that is significantly larger than what is the target for a particular lure, etc., are known to be particularly harmful to lures. Each of our lures come with a one year warranty against manufacturer’s defects and can be sent directly into us. This does not include normal wear and tear that a lure can receive from the rigors of fishing. We have provided a link below to our warranty page for your convenience and reference. www.rapala.com/content/rapala-warranties/customer-warranty-information.html?id=1 Happy fishing! Rapala USA

[@AnglingAuthority]

+TopWaterAssassin78 That's interesting... thanks for sharing the response. I don't think anyone expects the lure to be indestructible. I still don't doubt that Rapala might reconsider their manufacturing processes or materials for the Shadow Rap and make improvements as a running change. Something as simple as modifying the plastic supplier (or using non-recycled plastic if the current plastic is recycled) or minor manufacturing changes to make it less brittle, could go a long way without changing the shape or action.

[@valonahunters7330]

+AnglingAuthority.com well if they make indestructible lures the lure might last to long and no one will buy new lures but anyway i feel so disappointed from rapala ! i was thinking does it happens the same with the maxrap long rage minnow cause they have kind of the same structure?

[@AnglingAuthority]

We haven't encountered this with any other Rapala lures yet. Also, our viewers have had some mixed experiences... some have had cracked lures, and others no issues at all. We don't think it's related to the shape or structure, but the quality of the plastic. The plastic could have been changed or updated at some point, or as some others have theorized, there could have been a "bad batch".

[@nitegoat1369]

Rapella

[@HanSoloxcs]

Never had this happen used them for a long time and had multiple colors. Just had had my line snap and lost one, will be reordering it pronto.

[@electrickflame353]

This video popped up after watching the demo of the Shadow Rapp. I was on my way to Dicks to purchase three more of these based on the success I have had this winter. The trouble I was having was that the hooks would bend outward after catching a fish. Never the less I applied the squeeze test like in the video and discovered that the lure was indeed cracked and was filled with lake water (used yesterday). I agree with Nolan Minor in the comments; I still catch fish with them. Thanks for the heads up! Perhaps a thin layer of fingernail polish might help?

[@Mad_Spark]

I had about 5 shadow rap. I used it daily. And still in good condition.

[@tylerminix2028]

Well, I was looking forward to owning a few of these, but there's no way I'm shelling out $50 - $60 on lures that're just going to crack the first trip to the lake. Thanks for the video.

[@HeavilyArmed]

I've never had a fish crack or break a lure. Bend a hook, yep. I have broken dozens of lures by trying to cast them under a dock, only to hit the dock lol. I also dented a Kastmaster on a rock this fall when surf fishing. I've used Kastmasters for over a decade and never seen that. I think a lot of lure companies are using less quality materials. I fish 4 times a week and this season I threw out more lures that I have thrown out in the last 6 years.

[@jeannefleming3211]

BuildAPrep Preparedness Outfitters you should skip the lure on the water to get under docks

[@revolutionman420]

must have been a bad batch. I bought a dozen of these last spring and I've yet to see a crack in one yet. A couple of them have seen 50+ walleye and are still in pretty good shape exept for some teeth marks. They have been very good lures for me although I have not intentionally tried to break one yet.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+nic Thompson You might be right, it may have been a bad batch. We're getting all kinds of feedback where some have experienced the same thing and others haven't. Take a look at the "i" at the top right of the video. We're taking a survey to see how many other viewers have had similar experiences or not.

[@Rscmgw23]

Nic...What colors have you had luck on for your spring walleye. I did well last spring on the silver and black one

[@aroshanrai1956]

even i thought of not buying it after watching this vedio but bought two and tried the same thing he did.Gave enoromous amount of pressure but the crack din´t happen.

[@elizabethsibaja2124]

thanks brother for that's very helpful, I'm soo so praise to see how easy it breaks that rapala lure, is yes incredible. thanks do.

[@theamericanwolf4731]

i purchased one a month ago worked so good i got 2 more just today. i will report back if any problems. but i will not be buying anymore until tested. thanks

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Patrick m Thanks - We appreciate the update, and I'm sure other viewers do too.

[@coachMiguelfishing]

Thanks for the info was going to get a couple definitely changed my mind

[@TopWaterAssassin78]

What the hell??? I love these baits. Now I will have to look out for cracks when I use another one.

[@mrBDeye]

I went to BassPro shop and squeezed ten Rapala shadow rap packages just to see what happens. You're right ! They all cracked. I believe the flat sides are very thin. LOL

[@SgawCules]

I deadass hope you ended up paying for ts 🤦

[@mrBDeye]

@@SgawCules Buddy, I wrote that comm 4 years ago. It was a joke. I never did that but have seen the squeezed packages.

[@scoundreloutdoors2846]

That is the exact reason I stopped purchasing Rapala I love them the action is great they catch fish they do everything amazing but they do not last long whatsoever I don't know how many Shadow wraps I've gone through because of this issue one fish one cast anything they crack and it's horrible which sucks because like I said I grew up on Rapala and I love them but they've become so cheap there's no reason to purchase them cuz it's almost a hundred percent guarantee that they will break every one that I have is broken or it's going to break at any moment great video hopefully Rapala sees this and fixes this issue

[@Robin-pb1od]

99% of us who use this bait dont have this problem. Probably cus we dont sqeeze our baits?!

[@jimbo0411]

Wow, I own 11 of these in both shallow and deeper models. I have caught muskie, largemouth, smallie, catfish all last year on them. I have banged them and put little chips in the paint on riprap and none cracked like that. I had one corner of bill I cracked on 1 with a bad cast hitting a tree, my fault. I just checked it and wouldn't crack. I have drug them into the mud in shallow water no problems. I just checked all of them and the body would not crack or press in. It may be possible of a bad run? I am dont work for rapala just a dude but just saying I caught tons and had no problems like that.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+jimbo jones Hey, you might be right - it could be a bad run.

[@SlackTideWanderer1810]

I've noticed that out of all my original xraps, only the gold w Orange belly will just take in water ... I always find them w water inside and no other colors ...

[@AnglingAuthority]

+GATORBAIT FISHING Interesting - We haven't encountered this issue with any xraps, including the gold.

[@viktorhernandez3031]

I had the same problem with a max rap in the capture of a barracuda it was split in a full of water and it did not work anymore

[@philsfishtanks3703]

Note to self, don't squeeze a lure with your hands

[@edeit40]

no kidding

[@videojoe7]

Really? You squeeze a Rapala and then it will leak. That is bad. The balsa lures never cracked. I've been fishing 55 years and never heard of this issue. Makes me avoid this one... And yes, I use Rapala lures..

[@zajdabneeg]

XD. Do you even fish?

[@tattooteo7625]

If you have a big fish on it can crack just the same, we use these for walleye, if you do buy them your better off getting the $5 ones Walmart have, gotta find out the delivery dates because they go quick

[@lrecollet]

i have use these types of lures. i haven't had that problem.. yet. maybe its like what they say about cars, buy only cars built on wednesday. not monday or friday.

[@davidcrouse4399]

"Failed the test". Seriously? I am a weekender and have used this bait almost extensively catching Large Mouth, Whites, and big Wipers. I fish next to rock cliffs and boulders. I catch more fish with this lure than any other lure I have used before (need to present it properly in the water). I do hit it on rocks by over casting. I have not experienced any problems and I have purchased close to 10 of these lures (different colors and sizes). I suppose if you step on them on accident, try to squeeze them with all your might, cast them hard at rocks, or any other other stupid action, I guess it will crack. On one comment, someone was mad it wasn't made out of wood. Hm. The person in this video seemed to almost cry when "he" broke his new lure and complained "That cost me $10.99". I don't know where he is purchasing lures from but $10.99 is too high. Shop around. Don't be afraid to use this lure. As with any lure, mis-handling will cause problems. Again, Seriously?

[@SgawCules]

I had one that my friend gave me 3 days ago and it already has a crack after those 3 days, didn't notice there was water in it until I saw that the thing would sink much faster

[@warren_duke]

Thank you for taking the time to expose a company's cheap manufacturing process. If enough people complain or take notice they will make the change. Craftsmanship versus profit is not a new concept. I believe this to be one of the greatest values of KZbin.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+warren duke Thanks, we agree.

[@TeamColdfront]

We catch countless bass on one Shadow Rap. Flawless. Of course if you squeeze it, it will break. When smallies hit it from the side or behind its not gunna crack lol.

[@caperjim]

I use em all the time. My only complaint is the hooks bend on bigger fish. I never noticed a crack. If it is cracked it didn't affect my fishing.

[@NorthernMike]

I bought 3 Shadow Rap and 3 Shadow Rap Shad over the winter (Mich). I threw the SRS for about an hour yesterday. I must have been rusty as far as casting, I hit a bridge twice and cast onto rocks once. I just examined it...nothing...not even a "typical" mark when you mis-cast. I have not worked the SR hard yet. There is two things I am hoping for: 1. (I hope) This is a "bad batch" issue OR 2. (I hope) The author of this video does not have an agenda, i.e., partnered with a rival company. *I do think that a finger squeeze is not a fair test.

[@professor4x4]

I've got an entire season fishing for pike in northern Ontario using 3 rapala shadow raps. countless northerns caught on the 3 lures. yes...they thoroughly earned their wounds from doing battle but not a single one is cracked. funny...I fish in a lot of weed \ boulder areas bouncing them off numerous rocky areas. either I was extremely lucky or you are extremely unlucky...don't really know what to think??? already purchased 3 more for this up & coming season...tight lines : )

[@barryhowell9]

I’m not sure if the meant to be squeezed that way by hand, 9 outta 10 times they (the bass, and peacock bass) get just hooks anyway.

[@mikehamm007]

That's no good, I have had an X Rap do that multiple times when catching snook. Send it back and show them the video. What happens when you bang against a piling. They need more coating or heavier plastic.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Michael Hamm Never had and X-Rap do this yet, and we use them for big northerns.

[@americanman6347]

I was going to buy some more of these but now I'm definitely not going to. Thanks for saving me some money I'll put it in a different jerkbait any suggestions? I'm thinking about lucky crafts but there's so many

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Robert Grasso I wouldn't give up on these yet. Rapala is a reputable company - I wouldn't be surprised if they address this quality or manufacturing issue quickly. The Shadow Rap is an otherwise, excellent lure. Some of my other favorites for jerkbaits include the X-Rap and the IMA Flit 120.

[@tannerjelinek9956]

I would definitely go with the x rap amazing lure

[@leokojima1]

Dude, lucky crafts are friggen PRIME. if you're gonna go saltwater, get the surf pointer 115 mr, and if you're going freshwater, get the pointer 115

[@Milehighsnake98]

+Robert Grasso I use the Flash Pointer 78 and 100 a lot. Also have some regular pointers 100's. I also have a few of these and haven't had any problems with them.

[@AnglingAuthority]

there are many great jerkbaits on the market right now. So.e that come to mind near the same pricepoint are: Spro McStick, YoZuri, Ima Flit 100, Strike King...there are just so many great options

[@adamphan2326]

Mine also cracked. it was pretty depressing because I caught 4-5 pounders. It took in water. I dried it out and glued it. While it still worked it still took in water. This lure works so well that I even bought another one and that one cracked after I reeled in a 5 pounder.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Adam Phan That sucks - other than the cracking, we also found it was an effective lure.

[@adamphan2326]

Of all the hardbaits I have, the shad rap was the most effective lure. I found out that Rapala did admit that it will crack from big fish, slaps or hitting rocks. I never slapped my lures or hit rocks but yes I caught big fish. Fishermens like us need confident in a 10 dollar.

[@troyandrews7354]

Seriously? ? You squeezed & broke it. almost any plastic bait when put under pressure to try & damage it is probably going to break. WOW

[@derrickhouse7063]

+Troy Andrews yes that is true, but only a poor designed plastic bait will.

[@troyandrews7354]

+Rheuma Kai Um 3 possibilities here, #1 Troy is not the one who squeezed & cracked it. #2 Troy doesn't use crappie lures. #3 it's not Troys video... THANK YOU

[@troyandrews7354]

+Derrick House, poor design.... i think not. Funny how I've not had a problem with them cracking. I tried to crack a couple that i have & none of them cracked. But there's always going to be "haters" out there downing someone elses stuff. Rapala has been around since 1936 & strong as ever so ....... :)

[@troyandrews7354]

+Rheuma Kai You're absolutely right :)

[@zajdabneeg]

Rapala husky yes. Strong body same with x rap. But these new rapala using easy crack lures. A lure that can crack by hand is no good in the real water when it hits shoreline rocks, tree and other hard objects. That is why I didn't pick this one and went with megabass

[@yu-jeanxiong3131]

In my opinion Rapala shadow raps are made in cheap materials but it can still catches fish. The action of an shadow rap floats like a dying minnow when pause after jerking it. However, when a big fish strikes it on a shadow rap the hooks get bent very easily of the fishes aggression.

[@odatmatt]

What I hate about the Shadow Rap is that the rear hook will tangle with the center hook. This has cost me a few good walleyes. May try putting a smaller hook on the rear, don't know how that will affect the balance.

[@mr.fatbasstard648]

Hummm Rapala's PR people will probably put out a video that says that's how you adjust it from a slow riser to a fast sinker. Probably get one of those guys in the stickerd up NASCAR fishing jersey shirts to tell you it's true! "1 crack equals 1 foot of fall a second 2 cracks equal 3 feet of fall 5 cracks and you got yourself a good drop shot weight!! I use it all the time in Tournaments won me a lot of money with that there bait"

[@XnnorDaveB]

Thanx for posting this .... I use XRAPS and was looking to get the shadow rap .... Strike king KVD jerkbaits are a good choice as well

[@ifishmn4645]

I use the same lure cought many pike on it and it doesn't have any cracks cought about 5 fish over 30 in on it no cracks in it only teeth marks

[@scottwhitefishing]

They have really gone down hill. I had a problem, purchased two Rapala X-Rap Prop baits and they warped, not even in the sunlight. It's like their plastic is a cheap grade that won't hold up to anything.

[@liamlowes8798]

I caught a 10lb walleye today with this lure and it had cracks all over and the last 3rd of it was broken off,

[@ifishmn4645]

I cought tons of pike on the rapla shadow rap and the Olney thing that I have noticed is the teeth marks on it nothing else.

[@Tubetopfan1]

Aghhhh! Say it ain't so! Does this include the Shadow shad raps?

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Tubetopfan1 We haven't tried this on the Shadow rap shads yet. Also, it doesn't sound like everyone has encountered this issue - based on video comments and the survey we have up on the top right corner of the video, some have had a similar experience and others have not.

[@bassjunkie4881]

Mine don't have any cracks but the plastic on them is getting like cloudy like I put Break cleaner on them man that sucks that they Crack like that they are one of my favorites

[@loneoakvizslas2418]

fished alongside 3 guys last night. they worked an area over thoroughly. i cast a half dozen times over their spot and pulled out a 3 lb walleye. sorry you've had some break. ever heard of super glue? it's super. results don't lie

[@alternativereefoutdoors6319]

I caught about 300-350 walleye this spring and the shadow rap and shadow rap she let it creep back twitch, twitch........fish on. Out fished everyone near me by a lot when I used this lure. I fished it in heavy current and slack water. Didn't matter. All rocky structure. Broke none. Lost a few to snags. No defects.

[@rekerrobfishing3022]

Wow, crazy. I've caught lots of bass on these and they're easily my favorite jerkbait.... but I've yet to have this happen, thankfully. Def gonna keep an eye out on this so thanks for the vid. Did you contact Rapala?

[@fineslime3947]

Just Caught a 5 pounder w this on the first day trying it. Still no cracks and hoping for more big fish on it

[@mattmcgee788]

Its not just Rapala's that are brittle. I've been having problems with Spro's jerk baits getting a little hot in my tackle box...in SPRING temps! 60-75deg. They'll start bulging and warping on the top of its back before they eventually split. Guess I'll keep them in my cooler with my drinks but they'd probably shatter from getting cold! SMH...Everything is made from cheap crap now a days

[@shadeshiest22]

just tried this on my shadow rap i have caught 5+ big bass on, i could not crack it with my hand! my shadow rap only has two treble hooks?

[@AnglingAuthority]

If it only has 2 treble hooks, it's probably the shadow rad shad (released 1-year after the shadow rap). That's a much better design than the original shadow rap.

[@ronjaime3493]

I was about to buy a couole. let me know if they fix the problem

[@andrewwinters5921]

I just checked mine with three fish and a crappie still good. not saying it won't happen but be careful

[@dblockvillin]

Did they fix this problem yet?

[@danielyourko1714]

Let me guess!!! If you hit your bait on the trolling motor, it breaks. I have a ton of shadow raps n love each one. Maybe you’d be better off fishing a fluke lol

[@cristianc5312]

After having a few i just learned dont slap them on the water to get weeds of and be carefula fish wont break them but you can

[@johnmichaelmacdonald6633]

Something to be concerned about. I've heard of other failures sitting in the boat over winter. I bring my inside now.

[@momo89shine]

Good vids I'm not going to buy another one any time soon have one but never caught a fish on it

[@adorablegreen1]

thanks for this, i was almost about to buy one of those

[@Milehighsnake98]

+adorablegreen1 Why, it's still a good bait. I've over-cast them onto rocks and haven't broken any yet. Did you see the amount of pressure he had to put on it to get it to crack the first time? That's way more pressure than a fish would put on it.

[@snakeboy2644]

Its not built to withstand people trying to snap it, its meant to withstand catching a bass.

[@alexitocraft]

i just bought a rapala last week , now im afraid to break it

[@AnglingAuthority]

+alexitocraft LOL. I think this problem exists with only the Shadow Rap. I wouldn't be surprised if Rapala fixed this as part of a running line change very quickly.

[@jerrywhatley5168]

thanks for spending the money to show us that it's a pos I won't buy one

[@Afflictionx28]

Jerry Whatley this is far from a POS lure. Yes they crack easily but it’s due to the design. They are made to be lightweight lures, so yes they are somewhat fragile. But in the same sense they are one of the hottest jerk baits on the market

[@rawrfishing]

How about the shadow rap shad?

[@AnglingAuthority]

+raWr Fishing We haven't tested the shadow rap shad yet.

[@rawrfishing]

gotcha, would be interesting to see.. i got some here.... but... i don't have the heart to do it haha

[@justfishin126]

that's just like the live target baitball crankbait ver1 mine cracked the first day

[@kengxiong7255]

yep happened to me and i stopped buying them. I had it happened to 8 out of 10 I owned for less then a year and it does take in water affecting the action.

[@davidstinson5095]

You can seal it with thin epoxy clear

[@joshuagreene9976]

"How to make your Shadow Rap fast sinking and cast a mile"

[@Jfldhr]

thank u, i almost buy one but after seeing this review i giveup. btw, r u Canadian?

[@rhondakaradunis4894]

I’ve had some dumb stuff happen with the hooks

[@Der-Raubfischer]

Rapalas were my favorite lures in former times, when they were handmade of wood ... I think since there are building in plastic under the pure fishing label the lures are garbage. Breaking lips, flaking paint and bad running lures like x-rap sub walk ... I recommend Daiwa Saltiga SP Minnow: Cheaper, tougher, long casting.

[@valonahunters7330]

+Haramis Kalfar yes but rapala still makes some of the best fishing lure like maxrap, clackin minnow, skitter pop, x rap pop etc, i have the daiwa sp minnow it is tougher but daiwa should start down sizing its lure. in summer i use a maxrap 7 and i have caught a 2 kg sea bass the biggest and in winter i use the sp minnow 15 or maxrap 13

[@timhafley5177]

Put some crazy glue on it the sides are thin. I still buy em because I know its short comings , still catches fish .

[@rjjensen6828]

Ok so I have been using this jerk bait for about 2-3 weeks... abasuletly slay large mouth bass with this shadow rap... I am using this lure on a jig rod with 30lb braided line and a 10 lb flora carbon leader about 5 feet long ... point in case not even the right set up and the action is phenomenal I never slap the grass off any hard plastic lure always remove grass by hand! I guarantee this is how your lure cracked by I'm proper use... I caught a 4 pounder on this lure no issues at all with cracking

[@dougmoore5413]

They actually work better after they crack. Pike love em!

[@lemesnil1]

Shame on Rapala for such a design flub... A real eye opener ....one of my three that have yet to taste the water has a crack!

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Cameron Phillips Sorry man, that sucks...

[@johnmortensen7212]

I normally only buy the wooden type of Rapala's, they can't crack like that! I still have a few left from the 70's, still in the box.

[@paparooster9569]

Yea mine cracked. The light blue. Sank quicker. With leader, I caught rockbass,northern,muskie like crazy. Muskie was 43 unch. Shallow water. By end of canada trip after 2nd year, it was destroyed. Lost it on a cast. Loop ring opened up after so many fish and hooks bent, and re bent. But still produced.

[@Kevinmart223]

Lol i didnt believe this so i tried it on my own. RIP shadow rap 😓 15$ cnd gone

[@frankm8409]

I have had two of them break one deep and one shallow, they will take in water and sink like a rock.

[@AnglingAuthority]

+Frank M Sorry, that sucks.

[@Med1cintraining]

The problem some of these people are having with these cracking is because they're fishing it in the wrong places and the wrong way. With a jerk bait you're not supposed to be hitting rocks and stumps or rip it through weeds, that's a squarebill job, fish in shallow water from the 3-6 ft range in winter and early spring, the fish bite lightly at that time and won't crack your lure, I follow this and my shadow raps have yet to crack.

[@samphanythelam9125]

I had pikes shatter my rap before

[@coreycouch4942]

i have one shadow rap that ive used salt water and ive used freshwater not one crack and caught tons of species of fish on it and ill keep buying them why? because they catch fish !

[@sxcelite12]

meghh... none of the fishes i catch with this bait will come close to the amount of pressure that is put on the bait like in this video. of course if you bend a long bait like this, it will crack. i still like the bait regardless. none of my baits had lasted me long enough for me to notice any cracks.

[@XxLaOBoyxX89]

I love the shadow rap but the hooks are to thin

[@Thierrydaoust1607]

Dude, pull the hooks out before trying to flex that jerkbait. You never know

[@konstantinosp799]

happen to me friend. very upset. NO MORE RAPARAS.

[@gingerbreadcustoms]

that has been opened no tape

[@theoutdoorsman7408]

I got a couple last may and fished all year almost every day and caught at least 5 bass or northern all that were at least 3 pounds or bigger and i haven't had a problem yet so nothing against your vid but I don't believe it

[@JeanNonyme]

it's a wonderful lure

[@johnburton8601]

11 bucks per lure , per bass seems logical what's the problem

[@Shurmash]

That's way too expensive to be cracking like that. Thanks for the heads up.