Maria Rapido F130 30g – 007 (B04C)

Maria Rapido F130 30g 007 (B04C Raw Shirasu)

Welcome to Gerrys Fishing. When you are targeting aggressive surface feeders along the UK coastline or chasing light-game pelagics abroad, having a lure that perfectly mimics a vulnerable baitfish is essential. The Maria Rapido F130 is a highly technical, Japanese-engineered floating stickbait designed to deliver maximum topwater action without the need for heavy, exhausting tackle. At 130mm and 30g, it is the absolute perfect size for our native European Seabass, Pollack, and fast-moving Mackerel, as well as smaller tropical species.

What makes this exact model a must-have in your lure box is the highly sought-after 007 (B04C Raw Shirasu) color pattern. Using Marias patented Design Holo technology, this color combines a translucent, clear body with an internal holographic flash. The Raw Shirasu (whitebait/glass eel) pattern is devastatingly effective in clear water or bright, sunny conditions. When bass are locked onto tiny, translucent fry or sandeels and ignoring solid-painted lures, the B04C color breaks up the 130mm silhouette, mimicking a small cluster of baitfish and converting hesitant follows into explosive surface strikes.

Key Specifications

• Length: 130 mm (13 cm)

• Weight: 30 g

• Lure Type: Floating Stickbait / Topwater Diving Pencil

• Buoyancy: Floating (Rests vertically with a tail-down posture on the pause)

• Color Profile: 007 (B04C Raw Shirasu) Transparent body with internal holographic reflection for ultra-clear water conditions.

• Internal Structure: Heavy-duty, continuous wire-through construction paired with an internal ribbed body frame for maximum durability against crushing jaws.

• Hardware (Pre-Rigged): Comes factory-fitted with premium, saltwater-grade treble hooks and high-tensile split rings.

• Casting Performance: Exceptionally aerodynamic profile designed to punch through coastal headwinds and achieve incredible distance on standard bass gear.

Where & How to Use It

The Rapido F130 is an incredibly versatile topwater tool for shore-based rock casting, estuary mouths, shallow reef marks, and surf beaches. It is highly effective when targeting UK Bass and Pollack in shallow water, or when boat casting into offshore bait balls for Bonito and smaller Trevally species.

Proven Topwater Techniques:

• The Long Sweep (S-Wave Dive): Execute a long, smooth sweep of your rod tip down toward the water. The Rapido will dive just beneath the surface tension, rolling sharply and creating an enticing, bubbly S-wave swimming trail before popping back up to the surface.

• The High-Tempo Twitch (Walk the Dog): Keep the rod tip low and perform rhythmic, short snaps while winding. The slim nose profile allows the plug to pivot sharply side-to-side, mimicking a panicked, fleeing baitfish struggling on the surface.

• The Dead Pause: Because of its heavy tail-weight configuration, the lure sits vertically at rest with only its nose breaking the surface. After a sweep, allow the lure to completely settle back into this vertical stance. The sudden dive from a dead stop displaces a massive pop of water that triggers aggressive reaction strikes from following predators.

Pro Tip

The B04C Raw Shirasu color is your ultimate stealth weapon for tricky, high-sun days on the coast. Reserve this color for glassy water conditions or when you can physically see bass swirling at bait but they are refusing standard solid white, chartreuse, or silver lures. Because the translucent body allows natural sunlight to pass right through it, it perfectly imitates the transparent nature of juvenile sandeels and whitebait. When fishing this color in clear estuaries or over shallow reefs, extend your pauses slightly longer than usualgive the fish time to inspect that internal holographic shimmer before you rip it away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What rod and reel setup do I need to cast this 30g lure effectively?

To get the absolute best casting distance and impart the correct action, pair the F130 with a medium-action spinning or dedicated bass rod (typically 8ft to 9.5ft in length, rated to cast around 10g40g or 15g50g). A 3000 to 4000 size spinning reel spooled with PE 1.2 to PE 1.5 braid and a 20lb to 30lb fluorocarbon leader is the ideal match for UK coastal lure fishing.

Is the body durable enough for hard-hitting fish?

Absolutely. Even in this smaller 130mm size, Maria builds the Rapido to withstand punishing rockshore environments. The thick-walled plastic is supported by internal structural ribbing and a continuous wire-through system. This ensures that even if a powerful fish manages to crack the outer shell, your mainline remains securely anchored to the hooks via the internal wire, so you never lose your catch to lure failure.

Can I fish this lure in rough, choppy conditions?

Due to its slim body and lightweight nose, a pure high-speed straight retrieve might cause it to skitter out of the water too much in a heavy swell. If the surf kicks up, slow down your tempo and utilize deeper, longer rod sweeps. This forces the nose to dig in securely beneath the chop, keeping the lure tracking stably within the watery strike zone where hunting bass can see it clearly.