Rapala Mooch Minnow

Rapala CrushCity Mooch Minnow is a slim, natural-looking softbait designed for versatile finesse fishing after perch and zander. The discreet body roll and lifelike tail action make it effective in clear water, pressured venues and whenever the fish demand a subtle presentation.

You can fish Mooch Minnow on a jighead, dropshot, Carolina rig, Free rig or as a trailer behind a bladed jig. In each setup it delivers a restrained, convincing swim that triggers bites without spooking cautious predators. This makes it a solid choice both for covering water and for slow, methodical fishing over structures.

Built from Rapala’s SuperTP material, the lure is highly stretchy and durable, standing up to repeated strikes without tearing or losing shape. The elastic body continues to move and quiver even on the pause, adding extra attraction when fishing slowly close to the bottom or suspended fish.

Mooch Minnow also suits anglers who like to fine‑tune their rigs. On a Free rig the lure can work freely above the weight, gliding naturally on the drop. With different hooks and leader lengths on a Carolina rig, you can even make it almost neutrally buoyant for a very realistic, hovering presentation that follows the slightest rod movement or current.

• Type: Finesse softbait for perch and zander
• Applications: Jighead, dropshot, Carolina rig, Free rig, bladed jig trailer
• Body: Slim, natural profile
• Action: Subtle body roll and realistic tail movement
• Material: Rapala SuperTP (highly stretchable and durable)
• Strength: Withstands repeated strikes without losing shape
• Presentation: Effective for slow and methodical fishing
• Target use: Clear water and pressured or cautious fish