Nice report. One thing's for sure, the fish don't know what rod you're using. I have a few medium spinners I use for bass. String them up with 10# Diawa J8 braid and 7# FC Sniper flouro leaders. I wouldn't have any problem using them for crappie or gills. They are on the light side.

I think the right med/light rod with a 2000 sized reel and two spools could cover 90% of my fishing requirements.