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Rapala DT Series 16' Ike-Old School$10.06
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Current Stock: Out of stock
The Rapala DT Series 10' Ike-Old School is a deep-diving crankbait engineered to reach and hold target depths faster than conventional designs, making it a workhorse for anglers targeting bass, pike, and walleye in deeper structure. Built from premium balsa wood selected from the top seven percent of available stock, this crankbait combines natural buoyancy properties with precisely positioned internal weights to achieve the hunting action and castability that balsa-bodied lures are known for. The DT's tapered fuselage and thin tail design produce the distinctive side-to-side swimming motion that triggers strikes, while the ultra-thin polycarbonate diving lip cuts through the water quickly to reach your target zone without excessive resistance.
The real advantage of the DT Series lies in its efficiency. The lure's nose-down rest position means it starts working immediately upon hitting the water, diving to depth with minimal wasted motion. This quick-dive geometry also means longer casting distances—up to 150 feet—and that extra distance translates directly into more productive time in the strike zone per cast. The internal baritone rattle is tuned to project clearly underwater, calling fish from surrounding cover without sounding artificial. Hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory, each lure swims true out of the box, eliminating the guesswork.
Finished in proven color patterns with 3D holographic or painted eyes for added flash and definition, the Ike-Old School variant brings a classic Rapala aesthetic to serious depth control. Premium VMC black nickel hooks are standard, offering reliable strength and corrosion resistance. Whether you're working deep summer holes, fall structure, or winter flats, the DT 10' delivers consistent depth performance and the proven action that's made Rapala's DT line a trusted choice for experienced crankbait anglers.
| Diving Depth | 10 feet |
| Construction Material | Premium balsa wood |
| Lip Material | Ultra-thin polycarbonate |
| Rattle Type | Internal baritone |
| Hooks | Premium VMC black nickel |
| Eye Style | 3D holographic or painted |
| Maximum Casting Distance | 150 feet |
The DT Series is engineered as a deep-diving crankbait, making it effective for bass, pike, walleye, and other species that hold in structure at 10-foot depths and beyond. The quick-dive design lets you efficiently search deeper flats, channel ledges, and weed lines that require fast descent to stay productive.
The DT 10' Ike-Old School can cast up to 150 feet. The longer casting distance means more water covered per retrieve and more time the lure spends in the strike zone at or near your target depth.
No. Each DT Series crankbait is hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory to swim perfectly right out of the box, so it's ready to fish immediately upon arrival.
Premium balsa wood provides a natural buoyancy that allows the lure to achieve a quick-diving action while remaining easy to cast and retrieve. The carefully selected wood, combined with strategically placed internal weights, creates the hunting side-to-side swimming motion that triggers strikes, a characteristic balsa lures are known for.
SKU: 127811238 • Weight: 0.25oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Rapala DT Series 10' Ike-Old School is a deep-diving crankbait engineered to reach and hold target depths faster than conventional designs, making it a workhorse for anglers targeting bass, pike, and walleye in deeper structure. Built from premium balsa wood selected from the top seven percent of available stock, this crankbait combines natural buoyancy properties with precisely positioned internal weights to achieve the hunting action and castability that balsa-bodied lures are known for. The DT's tapered fuselage and thin tail design produce the distinctive side-to-side swimming motion that triggers strikes, while the ultra-thin polycarbonate diving lip cuts through the water quickly to reach your target zone without excessive resistance.
The real advantage of the DT Series lies in its efficiency. The lure's nose-down rest position means it starts working immediately upon hitting the water, diving to depth with minimal wasted motion. This quick-dive geometry also means longer casting distances—up to 150 feet—and that extra distance translates directly into more productive time in the strike zone per cast. The internal baritone rattle is tuned to project clearly underwater, calling fish from surrounding cover without sounding artificial. Hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory, each lure swims true out of the box, eliminating the guesswork.
Finished in proven color patterns with 3D holographic or painted eyes for added flash and definition, the Ike-Old School variant brings a classic Rapala aesthetic to serious depth control. Premium VMC black nickel hooks are standard, offering reliable strength and corrosion resistance. Whether you're working deep summer holes, fall structure, or winter flats, the DT 10' delivers consistent depth performance and the proven action that's made Rapala's DT line a trusted choice for experienced crankbait anglers.
| Diving Depth | 10 feet |
| Construction Material | Premium balsa wood |
| Lip Material | Ultra-thin polycarbonate |
| Rattle Type | Internal baritone |
| Hooks | Premium VMC black nickel |
| Eye Style | 3D holographic or painted |
| Maximum Casting Distance | 150 feet |
The DT Series is engineered as a deep-diving crankbait, making it effective for bass, pike, walleye, and other species that hold in structure at 10-foot depths and beyond. The quick-dive design lets you efficiently search deeper flats, channel ledges, and weed lines that require fast descent to stay productive.
The DT 10' Ike-Old School can cast up to 150 feet. The longer casting distance means more water covered per retrieve and more time the lure spends in the strike zone at or near your target depth.
No. Each DT Series crankbait is hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory to swim perfectly right out of the box, so it's ready to fish immediately upon arrival.
Premium balsa wood provides a natural buoyancy that allows the lure to achieve a quick-diving action while remaining easy to cast and retrieve. The carefully selected wood, combined with strategically placed internal weights, creates the hunting side-to-side swimming motion that triggers strikes, a characteristic balsa lures are known for.
SKU: 127811238 • Weight: 0.25oz