Those of you that have seen my rig, you know that it has had some thought behind it. I have 3 pairs of BGJP's in 8, 10, and 12 foot. I also run 4 Shakespeare seven footers straight behind and a heavier head than those out the side. What I have been lacking is the 6 footers to fill the inside of the long lines. I have looked long and hard for a one piece rod that would fit the bill and so far had come up dry. Some were too expensive, others too hard an action, others too soft. I have heard many reviews on the Southern Crappie rods. How easy a guy Ed was to work with and the quality of the rods. On the seventh I made a phone call to Ed and asked about these rods, and wound up ordering a pair. Here it is 4 days later and take two guesses what was on my front porch? You guessed it. I couldn't be happier. The action is just what I was looking for to troll jigs with and the quality is as good as it gets for this price range. Better than expected actually. I like my BGJP's, but I'm glad I went outside my comfort zone to bring these home. Not sure if he's a sponsor, and surely don't want to take away from any other rods we have all heard of here, but I have to give credit where credit is due. Keep them in mind.