Rapala Fish Scales - All You Need To Know
Know your options
Rapala’s digital and analog fish scales have become the standard in the freshwater industry and we’re giving you all the info you need to know for understanding the features and how best to use them.
Digital scales have gone way beyond simple weighing of a single fish. Tournament anglers and weekend warriors can now store the weights of their best fish, cull and track multiple fish in their livewell with ease. And with Rapala, the scales are made to be used outdoors so the menus are easy to interact with in high sunlight environments and the durable materials used make them perfect for holding up in harsh weather conditions.
In general, all models will provide accurate weights to around 1/10 of a pound and are designed to keep fish healthy through non-puncture designs in their hooks.
Scale types: digital with tags
For the competitive angler, accurate digital scales are combined with a tagging system, to help you keep track of all your catches. Using the included cull tags, you can easily locate the smallest fish in your livewell to release as you're building your best bag.
Slots in the scale's memory keep your fish's weights so you know exactly where you stand.
Rapala's scale for tournament anglers has some advanced features too. The onboard memory allows storage of up to 600 individual weights which is helpful for logging and analyzing data over time. There's built-in support for local fishing tournament rules such as maximum catch sizes and the unit automatically shuts off after a few minutes of inactivity, conserving battery life.
Rapala Touch Screen Scale
Tournament Edition
Operate the scale using the integrated touch screen. It's much easier than mashing buttons to get through complicated menus and key for getting your fish weighed quickly so you can get back to competing.
How to use the Rapala Tournament Edition Digital Scale
Scale types: digital scale
If you're looking for straightforward, fast and accurate weights, Rapala's digital scales have got easy-to-read displays to do the job. You'll find options for both button-based and touch screen interfaces.
Rapala offers digital scales for weighing several fish or one readout at a time. There are models that support 15lbs all the way up to 100lbs and they can provide different amounts of memory and storage as well.
Rapala also offers a special high-contrast display model that makes seeing info on a sunny day a lot easier, not to mention getting better results from your catch photos for social media.
Further reading: Wired2Fish reviews Rapala's high contrast digital scale
Scale types: mechanical scales
If you can't do a digital display, mechanical scales will do the job the old fashioned way.
Rapala's scales are made from durable materials like stainless steel to resist rusting. And you'll never have to worry about running out of battery power.
Common questions for digital touch screen scales
How do you clear a Rapala scale?
If you only want to delete a weight stored in one of your memory bins, press the “UNDO” and storage bing buttons at the same time. You should see the “CLEAR SCALE” message appear and flash. Press “CLEAR SCALE” to delete that bin’s stored weight.
If you want to delete all of your bins at once, press the “POWER” and “CLEAR SCALE” buttons at the same time. You should see all the storage bin values flashing. Press “CLEAR SCALE” to delete all the values at once.
How do you change the scale's units from kilograms to pounds?
Press and hold the "POWER" button for 3 seconds. The display should start flashing. While it's flashing, tap the power button to cycle through your measurement unit options. Once you get to lbs, wait until the display stops flashing.
What is the battery life for a Rapala digital scale?
Depending on the model, your scale should last between 300 and 400 hours before needing a battery replacement.
What kind of warranty is included with a Rapala digital scale?
Rapala provides a 1 year warranty against defects and provides the chance to return the item using a Warranty Return Form.
Final weigh in
There are several reasons why Rapala is one of the most popular options for anglers who take their sport seriously.
- Accuracy: Rapala scales consistently deliver reliable measurements, allowing anglers to make better-informed decisions.
- User-friendly: These scales are designed to be easy to use, with features that cater to both novice and experienced anglers.
- Fish-friendly: Their lip-grip weighing styles let you safely measure fish without causing injuries.
- Durability: High-quality components mean they are designed to last, making them a cost-effective long-term investment.
In summary, Rapala scales offer a unique blend of reliability, usability, and well thought out designs that cater to the varying needs of anglers, making them a smart choice for any fishing enthusiast.
