Raid Japan Level Crank Mid

The LEVEL CRANK MID is a mid-range runner that traces the 1.5m~2m range with rhythm and ferocity.


Most shallow-range cranks can’t get deep enough, and most mid-range cranks dive too deep and needed to be reeled-in hard. The LEVEL CRANK MID was developed specifically to target this golden mid-range previously hard to attack.


Mid-range cranks often fail because it dives straight into bottom. The LEVEL CRANK MID has a distinct “Catapult lip” for a low angle dive that traces hard bottom like ripraps and rocks in the 1.5m~2m range effectively. It entices fish by making delicate traces at a shallow angle and slides past obstacles tight and adeptly.


The shallow angle dive is another distinction of the LEVEL CRANK MID which gives less resistance on the retrieve. It allows the angler to attack the midrange fast and efficiently.


Just like the LEVEL CRANK and LEVEL SHAD, the inner walls cut down on fat and increases float by employing inner ribs and stationary inner weight. Its high floatability allows it to recover quickly when half-stuck and improves on action response. When it hits obstacles, it quickly bounces back which makes aggressive bottom-knocking retrieves possible.


Its optimal weight position and lip placement contribute to a terrific casting feel that’s surprising for a crank with long lip and stationary weight.


Many have possibly avoided fishing in the midrange. The LEVEL CRANK MID is a new weapon to get past obstacles in this golden range where fish consider a haven.


■ Catapult lip

A new concept found only on the LEVEL CRANK MID, the catapult lip is set at a shallow angle and limits excessive diving. The unique catapult edge catches water off the front lip and stops the body from standing upright, which keeps the dive angle shallow.


■ Inner ribs

Built with the same tried-and-true inner ribs of the LEVEL CRANK and LEVEL SHAD. The revolutionary construction keeps a strong body intact but with thin walls that rids excess fat which translates to higher floatability. Increased float means a heavier weight can be placed for longer casts, faster recovery after getting stuck, and sharp action response. Truly a superb original design by Raid Japan.