Rapala CrushCity Customs The Curl 5"

The Rapala CrushCity Customs The Curl 5" is a premium soft plastic lure designed to tempt larger predatory fish with an irresistible swimming action and enhanced scent attraction. Featuring an oversized responsive curl tail, this lure produces a natural undulating motion that begins moving at the slowest retrieve speeds, making it highly effective when fish are inactive, pressured, or feeding selectively.

Developed using Rapala's innovative Smart Injection Technology™, The Curl 5" combines precisely balanced materials, integrated salt, and scent infusion to create a lifelike presentation that encourages aggressive strikes and longer bite retention. Its larger baitfish profile makes it an excellent choice for anglers targeting trophy-sized freshwater and saltwater predators.

Key Features

• Large 5-inch profile designed to imitate bigger forage species.

• Ultra-responsive curl tail delivers action at extremely slow retrieve speeds.

• Natural swimming and fluttering motion mimics injured baitfish.

• Built using Rapala Smart Injection Technology™ for enhanced performance.

• Salt-infused belly improves lure balance and realism.

• Dual scent infusion in the belly and back increases fish attraction.

• Effective for targeting larger predatory fish.

• Predator-specific colour patterns developed for maximum visibility and strike appeal.

• Suitable for multiple rigging methods and fishing techniques.

• Proven performance in both freshwater and saltwater environments.

Technical Specifications

Smart Injection Technology™

Rapala's Smart Injection Technology™ allows multiple material densities, scents, and salt concentrations to be incorporated into a single lure body. This advanced manufacturing process creates a perfectly balanced bait that swims naturally while delivering enhanced durability, responsiveness, and fish attraction.

Powerful Tail Action

The oversized curl tail activates immediately upon retrieval, generating a smooth, rhythmic swimming action and subtle body roll. Even at slow speeds, the tail continues to pulse and flutter, making The Curl 5" highly effective for enticing hesitant fish into striking.

Enhanced Attraction System

Strategically infused scent and salt throughout the lure help increase strike frequency and encourage fish to hold onto the bait longer. This added attraction can be particularly valuable when targeting pressured fish or fishing in difficult conditions.

Designed for Bigger Predators

With its substantial 5-inch profile, The Curl is ideal for matching larger baitfish species and attracting bigger predators. The increased water displacement and visibility make it an excellent choice for fishing deeper water, stained conditions, and areas where larger forage is present.

Recommended Rigging Methods

The Curl 5" can be fished effectively using:

• Jig Heads

• Weighted Swimbait Hooks

• Texas Rigs

• Carolina Rigs

• Belly-Weighted Hooks

• Weedless Presentations

• Slow-Roll Techniques

• Offshore Jigging Applications

Ideal Fishing Conditions

• Cold water conditions

• Low feeding activity

• High-pressure fisheries

• Deep water presentations

• Estuary and inshore fishing

• Structure and drop-off fishing

• Clear or stained water environments

Target Species

Ideal for targeting larger predatory species, including:

• Largemouth Bass

• Smallmouth Bass

• Walleye

• Pike

• Muskie

• Zander

• Kob

• Garrick

• Kingfish

• Snapper

• Dusky Kob

• Other freshwater and inshore saltwater predators

Benefits

• Larger profile targets bigger fish.

• Exceptional action at slow retrieve speeds.

• Scent and salt increase strike and hook-up rates.

• Realistic baitfish imitation.

• Versatile across a wide range of fishing techniques.

• Effective in challenging fishing conditions.