Rapala X-Rap Otus 17cm 40g Pike Lure

A formidable creature, the X-Rap® Otus, combines Rapala’s fish-catching X-Rap® construction with a beautifully color matched curl tail to create a seamless hybrid bait. With its slow sink rate and wide wafting tail, X-Rap® Otus is the ideal choice for cold water & challenging conditions. The body rolls side-to-side as the enormous curl tail pulses behind when retrieved. When paused, the tail acts as a parachute, stabilizing the lure as it slowly swims into the depths. The soft tail is firmly secured to the body with a 6-point stainless plate. Replacement tail included. Fitted with VMC® Coastal Black hooks.

• ABS Body with Soft PVC Tail

• 6-Point Stainless Plate Tail Locking System

• Wafting Curl Tail with Body Roll

• Large Predator Gamefish

• VMC® Coastal Black™ Treble Hooks

• Spare tail included
  
  

  The Rapala X-Rap® Otus is a cold-water powerhouse designed for anglers who need a reliable big-fish lure when conditions get tough. Its hybrid hard-body and oversized curl tail create a slow, natural presentation that excels when predators are cautious, pressured, or holding deep.

  Perfect for canals, rivers, reservoirs, and stillwaters, the Otus is at its best in winter and early spring when fish respond to subtle movement. The slow sink rate and stabilising tail make it ideal for working along drop-offs, weedlines, and structure where big pike and zander lie in wait.

  How to Fish It:
  Use a slow, steady retrieve to let the body roll and tail pulse naturally. Add pauses to trigger bites the tail acts like a parachute, creating a deadly slow fall that often seals the deal. The Otus also performs superbly with stop–start or lift-and-drop techniques when targeting fish tight to the bottom.

  Why It Stands Out:

  • Designed specifically for cold water and challenging conditions

  • Moves attractively even at ultra-slow speeds

  • Hybrid construction offers the perfect blend of strength and finesse

  • Replaceable tail with a secure locking system for long-term reliability