The Story
The Rapala Original Floater® 4-3/8" in Gold (F11G) is the timeless classic that started it all, a must-have lure trusted by anglers around the world for its irresistible, lifelike action. Built to mimic a wounded minnow, it can be fished in multiple ways: twitch it on the surface, retrieve it as a shallow runner, or add weight to reach deeper depths. No matter how it’s used, its natural movement consistently provokes strikes from a wide range of freshwater predators.
Constructed from premium balsa wood, the Original Floater® offers exceptional buoyancy and that famous Rapala wobble that fish can’t ignore. The Gold finish provides a warm, reflective flash that perfectly imitates the shimmer of small baitfish in sunlight or low-light conditions, making it especially effective in murky water.
Outfitted with three VMC® black nickel hooks, it delivers sharp, dependable hooksets and lasting durability. Every lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested to ensure that world-renowned Rapala action straight out of the box. Measuring 4-3/8 inches and weighing 3/16 oz., the F11 runs at a 4–6 ft depth, making it the perfect all-around bait for bass, trout, walleye, and pike when you need natural motion and color to trigger a bite.
Description
The Rapala Original Floater® 4-3/8" in Gold (F11G) is the timeless classic that started it all, a must-have lure trusted by anglers around the world for its irresistible, lifelike action. Built to mimic a wounded minnow, it can be fished in multiple ways: twitch it on the surface, retrieve it as a shallow runner, or add weight to reach deeper depths. No matter how it’s used, its natural movement consistently provokes strikes from a wide range of freshwater predators.
Constructed from premium balsa wood, the Original Floater® offers exceptional buoyancy and that famous Rapala wobble that fish can’t ignore. The Gold finish provides a warm, reflective flash that perfectly imitates the shimmer of small baitfish in sunlight or low-light conditions, making it especially effective in murky water.
Outfitted with three VMC® black nickel hooks, it delivers sharp, dependable hooksets and lasting durability. Every lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested to ensure that world-renowned Rapala action straight out of the box. Measuring 4-3/8 inches and weighing 3/16 oz., the F11 runs at a 4–6 ft depth, making it the perfect all-around bait for bass, trout, walleye, and pike when you need natural motion and color to trigger a bite.
