Rapala DT Series 10' 3/5oz 2.25in Blue Back Herring

The Rapala DT Series 10' crankbait is a deep-diving workhorse built to reach target depth fast and stay fishing in the strike zone longer than shallow or mid-range alternatives. This 3/5oz lure with a 2.25-inch body profile is constructed from premium balsa wood—the top seven percent of available stock—combined with precisely positioned internal weights and a tapered design that delivers the signature side-to-side swimming action only balsa crankbaits produce. Whether you're targeting largemouth, smallmouth, pike, or walleye in clear or stained water, the Blue Back Herring finish is a proven pattern that works across seasons and regions.

What sets the DT apart is its engineering focus on depth control and water coverage. The ultra-thin polycarbonate lip drives the lure down quickly to its 10-foot maximum depth, while the nose-down rest position means the bait descends immediately upon cast—no wasted time at shallow depths. The thin-tail design and balsa construction keep pull resistance light, so a 150-foot cast is realistic even from standard casting equipment. That extended distance means your lure spends more time working the productive zone and less time dead-drifting on the retrieve.

You'll hear an internal baritone rattle tuned for acoustic clarity in real-world conditions. The Blue Back Herring finish is paired with 3D holographic or painted eyes for visibility at depth, and the lure comes rigged with premium VMC black nickel hooks. Every lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested before it ships, so it's ready to fish right out of the box—no adjustments or tweaks needed.

Key Features

• Dives to 10 feet and maintains the strike zone on longer casts
• Premium balsa wood construction with internal weight placement for optimal action and castability
• Thin-tail design and tapered fuselage create responsive side-to-side swimming motion
• Ultra-thin polycarbonate lip for quick descent to target depth
• Internal baritone rattle for sound attraction
• Hand-tuned and tank-tested before shipment
• Premium VMC black nickel hooks
• 3D holographic or painted eyes for underwater visibility

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What water conditions and fish species is the DT Series 10' designed for?

The DT Series is a deep-diving crankbait suitable for largemouth, smallmouth, pike, walleye, and other species that suspend or feed at depth. The Blue Back Herring finish works across clear and stained water and is effective in both freshwater lakes and rivers where 10-foot depths are present.

How far can you cast this crankbait?

The DT Series 10' is designed to cast up to 150 feet with standard casting equipment, thanks to its balanced weight distribution and nose-down rest position. The extended casting range lets you cover more water and keep the bait in the productive zone longer.

Is the DT Series 10' ready to fish out of the box?

Yes. Every lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested before shipment, so it arrives ready to tie on and fish. You should not need to make adjustments or perform any tuning.

What hooks come on this lure?

The DT Series 10' is rigged with premium VMC black nickel hooks.