Rapala Original Floater F09

Short Overview

The Rapala Original Floater F09 is a legendary floating lure for predator fishing, known for its natural wounded baitfish action and reliable performance straight out of the package. It is an excellent choice for spinning for trout, chub, asp, pike, and other predators in shallower water zones.

Description

The F09 model is made of balsa, giving it pronounced buoyancy, lively action, and a very natural presentation in the water. It can be retrieved steadily, worked with a twitch technique, or animated with a stop&go retrieve, and it is especially effective when you need to cover shallows, shorelines, transitions, and areas along aquatic vegetation. Thanks to its stable action and recognizable baitfish profile, this lure has held its place among the most reliable Rapala models for decades.

Features

• Lure length: 9 cm
• Weight: 5,37 g
• Floating model for shallow fishing and controlled presentation
• Running depth: 3-5 ft (0,91-1,52 m)
• Balsa body for natural buoyancy and lively action
• Natural baitfish profile and wounded minnow action
• Two VMC Black Nickel treble hooks, size No. 7
• Hand-tuned and tank-tested
• Suitable for twitching, steady retrieve, and stop&go presentation

Technology

• Balsa Wood Construction
• Stainless Through Wire Construction

Specifications

Available Variants

• F09 FT ( Firetiger )
• F09 RT ( Rainbow Trout )
• F09 SD ( Shad )
• F09 S ( Silver )
• F09 P ( Perch )
• F09 GFR ( Gold Flourescent Red )
• F09 CHL ( Live Char )
• F09 B ( Blue )
• F09 ALB ( Bleak )
• F09 G (Gold)
• F09 AYUL (Live Ayu)
• F09 RTL (Live Rainbow Trout)
• Silver Fluorescent Chartreuse (SFC)
• Brown Trout (TR)

Advantages

• Proven Rapala action that triggers strikes even from passive predators
• The floating design allows precise presentation above snags and weed
• Balsa construction provides a more natural action than many modern harder lures
• Wide choice of finishes for clear, stained, and changing water conditions
• An excellent choice for fishing in rivers, lakes, and streams

Note

Availability of individual finishes may vary depending on stock levels. We deliver the product in original Rapala packaging.