Okay I admit it. I got into Crappie fishing because this Bass Fishing seemed to me to be too much expense, too much work and way to complicated if you listen to much to all the marketing. I am getting old and want to keep things simple. Looks like I will need alzheimer's to take care of that. This Crappie fishing is starting to get complicated. I know a lot of what's posted on this site is personal preference. I get that! I also know it will alway be part of fishing, sports of any kind and I will just do my best to cut through most of it.

What I am looking for is some direction as to what poles are best for particular application. From my reading I think I have seen that Long poles say 10 -14 ft are best for spider rigging and vertical fishing brush and structure below 8 ft of water. So what rods work best for trolling, casting and bouncing , shooting docks, bobber fishing etc... How about whats the best option for all around crappie fishing. I am not speaking of Brand names such as Mr Crappie, B&M, Wally Marshal Signature or other known brands. Just what type of rod works best. I don't want to have six different setups if two or three types of rods can give me all the fishing I need. I am guessing others might be wondering the same thing. Thanks for any help