Rapala X-Rap® Magnum Stick 17 - Anchovy

The Rapala X-Rap® Magnum Stick 17 - Anchovy is a heavyweight lipless crankbait designed for serious saltwater and freshwater anglers targeting large predatory fish. This lure is perfect for casting distance and subsurface hunting, making it ideal for reaching deeper structures and provoking aggressive strikes from species like pike, musky, striped bass, and various saltwater gamefish.

At 9 inches long, the Magnum Stick delivers the necessary profile and mass to cut through wind and reach fish holding 15–40 feet down without needing additional weight. Built on Rapala's proven X-Rap® platform, it features a tight, rapid wiggle action and a lifelike anchovy finish that mimics natural forage in both clear and stained water. The lipless design minimizes snags and allows for unobstructed access to shallow cover, which is crucial when fishing around timber, rocks, and vegetation.

This lure is particularly beneficial for anglers working saltwater flats, offshore drop-offs, reservoirs, and deep lakes, where matching the forage and achieving casting distance can determine success. The anchovy pattern is especially effective during fall and spring transitions when baitfish migration triggers feeding activity among predatory fish.