Thread: Opinions on BnM Pole...

Originally Posted by EARL KITCHENS

I had bad luck with the BNM rods. I had three new Bnm rods break and when I called Bnm a Lady in customer service basically treated me like a liar so I threw the rods in the trash and switched to Wally Marshall Rods. I do not abuse my rods and I have had great success with Wally Marshall Rods. I hated to buy them because they are made in China. I have been fishing with them almost two years with absolutely no broken rods. Are their any AMERICAN MADE QUALITY RODS OUT THERE?

Yes, if anyone can afford them? Steelhead blanks make the best crappie rods that hold up. Graphite / glass blended rods are the most durable.

Wow! I didnt expect this many replies this quick but thanks for all the feedback, I appreciate it.

I fish from a kayak and I am not a huge fan of long rods although they definitely have their advantages in many situations. Since I fish from a Kayak, I normally use a 6-7 foot light spinning rod. Just thought I would try a "real" Crappie rod and see how if works out for me, hence the reason I was looking at the 10ft models only.

Think I will try the West Point model and see how it works out since I wont have much invested in it if I should decide I really dont like a rod that long. If it does work out really well then maybe I will up grade to something a little better quality wise, a little lighter and hopefully something with a bit more back bone throughout the rod length.

Again thanks for providing the inside scoop on this!!!

There Is No Rods Made In The Usa....all Blanks Come From China....so If Somone Tells You That Their Rod Is Made In The Usa They Are Full Of Crap

I have a 10' West Point rod I use for spider rigging and sometimes night fishing and I like it. May buy a couple more someday.

I have a 11foot ultralite and I like it. So I would say, at that price quoted I would buy it.

I have BnM poles and I have Ugly sticks. The BnM pole broke but was quickly replaced by the company. My Ugly sticks have not broken in over 15 years of use. I really like both brands.

I have to agree with Earl, the lady on the phone at BnM was not very nice.

I guess I am pretty lucky. I have several B&M rods and several WM rods and I have only had one rod break and that was my fault. One call to B&M and problem was solved at no cost.We do not have a dealer close by. However I know every situation is different. Good luck on which ever rod you purchase.