Rapala Dives-To Crankbait Lures DT08 – Delta

Rapala's DT08 Dives-To Crankbait lures are designed to dive quickly to a specific depth and stay in the “strike zone” longer than any other crankbait on the market. These lures are made from high-quality balsa wood, with only the top seven percent being used. The combination of this premium wood, strategically placed internal weights, tapered fuselage, and thin tail design creates a unique and effective crankbait action.

The ultra-thin polycarbonate lip helps the bait dive rapidly to the desired depth. The DT08 Crankbait has a side-to-side swimming action that is only achievable with balsa wood crankbaits. Despite diving deep, it can be easily pulled due to its perfect weight distribution. The lure is weighted to rest in a “quick-dive” nose down position, allowing for immediate descent to the desired depth. With its casting distance of up to 150 feet, the DT08 stays in the strike zone for longer periods, making it a highly effective tool for covering more water and catching more fish.

The internal baritone rattle produces the best sound performance, attracting fish effectively. The lures come in premier finishes, featuring either 3D holographic or painted eyes. They are equipped with a premium VMC SureSet tail hook and a black nickel belly hook. Each lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested to ensure optimal swimming performance right out of the box.

Rapala's DT06 Dives-To Crankbaits with Custom Ink Colors, designed by professional bass angler Mike “Ike” Iaconelli, are part of the masterpieces series of lures that exhibit his personal touch. These lures feature purposefully muted colors, effectively mimicking natural skin tones. The finishes are polished to give them a translucent pearly appearance, reminiscent of a candy apple red on a 57 Chevy. To add depth to the lure's visual appeal, super fine glitter is used. These unique features make Ike's Custom Ink DT's stand out and attract fish.

Rapala's Rapala Dives-To Crankbait Lures DT08 – Delta boasts features such as a quick-dive resting position, an extra-thin polycarbonate lip, a perfect balance, 3D holographic or painted eyes, long casting ability, a thin tail design, an internal rattle chamber, VMC SureSet tail hook, VMC black nickel belly hook, balsa wood construction, and being hand-tuned and tank-tested. The Mike Iaconelli custom ink colors available for these lures include Blue Back Herring, Caribbean Shad, Demon, Disco Shad, Mardi Gras, Old School, Penguin, and Smash.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How deep does the Rapala DT08 Dives-To Crankbait dive?

The Rapala DT08 Dives-To Crankbait is designed to dive quickly to a specific depth. Its dive depth can vary based on factors such as line diameter, trolling speed, and rod angle, but it is known to reach depths of up to 8 feet.

2. What is the difference between the regular DT08 and the Mike Iaconelli custom ink colors version?

The regular DT08 Dives-To Crankbait comes in a variety of premier finishes, featuring either 3D holographic or painted eyes. On the other hand, the Mike Iaconelli custom ink colors version of the DT08 showcases purposefully muted colors designed by professional bass angler Mike “Ike” Iaconelli. These colors effectively mimic natural skin tones and have a translucent pearly appearance with added super fine glitter for visual appeal.

3. Are the hooks on the DT08 Crankbait durable and reliable?

Yes, the DT08 Crankbait is equipped with a premium VMC SureSet tail hook and a black nickel belly hook. These hooks are known for their durability and reliability in hooking and holding onto fish.

4. Is the DT08 Crankbait ready to use right out of the box?

Yes, each DT08 Crankbait is hand-tuned and tank-tested to ensure optimal swimming performance. They are ready to use right out of the box with no additional tuning or adjustments needed.