Crappie rods

**TFI** · 01-26-2025, 07:38 PM

Originally Posted by crappie wrangler

With crappie fishing, sensitivity is everything. That being said, for most people, cost can be extremely prohibitive in picking out a good rod. Because of that and the fact that I always wanted the best rod I could get, I began building my own. If you have the patience and the time, building your own is a good option and very rewarding. If that is not an option, take someone with you to help test sensitivity. Remember that more sensitive also means more brittle.

I’d like to try building my own rods someday. Being new at the sport I only have 2 crappie rigs one is on the cheaper end and one is higher end for my budget.

**crappie wrangler** · 01-26-2025, 08:46 PM

I have made custom rods so long that I still have GLoomis and St Croix blanks on the shelf.

**crappie wrangler** · 01-28-2025, 05:34 PM

If you are serious about getting into rod building I might could be helpful.

**Noodle rod** · 01-28-2025, 07:20 PM

Building one on the right blank is the best way to end up with one you truly enjoy,and that can make all the difference in knowing when the jig is in the crappie mouth. If you cast with no float, your rod is much more important. I used Okuma sst ultralight for two years and went to the much better and more expensive guide select pro. About 120$ and worth every cent

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**hdhntr** · 01-29-2025, 11:44 AM

Have couple friends wjo only use st Croix and expensive reels and I use bnm super sensitive caught on sale for 25 bucks a d I ketch as many fish or more than the expensive crew.

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