Rods that can push/pull cranks

For those who push/pull cranks, I have some questions. I have always tight and long lined jigs, but never crankbaits. Trying to make sure I have the gear inline to do so.
Here is what I currently have:
4 16’ Southern Crappie Rods
4 16’ ACC Crappie Stix Rods
6 12’ Jenko Cypress Creek Rods
2 12’ BnM West Point Rods
2 9’ Mr Crappie Graphite Rods

I can not seem to find the specs on many rods, so not sure which ones are up to the task. I would love to find rods that can both push and pull, would save me a few bucks and leave more money for crankbaits and line counters. I would like to find rods that can do both. Between my number of crappie rods, catfish and saltwater, I have amassed quite the collection.
I am considering add some more rods since I am not typically pushing/pulling cranks. What lengths and rods should I consider for cranks? Currently all rods have Shimano IX1000 or 2000 reels. So I assume line counters will help as well, like a ATS15 or Okuma Magda 15’s. For rods I am considering T model Southern Crappie rods or BnM PST’s in various lengths.
But if I am pushing, what rods can handle 2-3 ounces of weight and cranks? Also, if they could pull cranks as well that would be awesome.

BnM PST's.... I push with 14 footers. When i pull I pull off the side of back corners of the boat...each side 14 t. , 10 ft. and a 8 ft straight out the back That gives me a wide spread and 4 ft and better of separation between the lines. The PST's can handle up to 5 ounces of weight pushing

What G said. I pulled with a full spread of BnM BGJP’s in 8,10,and 12’, four seven footers spread out to cover the back by myself. Worked very well. Long rods were longest lines and shorter rods got progressively shorter. I never used line counters but lots of folks do. Baitcasters worked better than spinners but spinners will work enough to get you started. I used 8lb hi vis line. For pushing the rods need to be stiffer and spread out more. There isn’t a wrong way to do it as long as you catch fish and the lines don’t tangle too badly. Some is inevitable. It’s a fun learning curve, enjoy it. I know I did.

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Originally Posted by skeetbum

What G said. I pulled with a full spread of BnM BGJP’s in 8,10,and 12’, four seven footers spread out to cover the back by myself. Worked very well. Long rods were longest lines and shorter rods got progressively shorter. I never used line counters but lots of folks do. Baitcasters worked better than spinners but spinners will work enough to get you started. I used 8lb hi vis line. For pushing the rods need to be stiffer and spread out more. There isn’t a wrong way to do it as long as you catch fish and the lines don’t tangle too badly. Some is inevitable. It’s a fun learning curve, enjoy it. I know I did.

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I was hoping to get by without line counters and use my current reels if at all possible and upgrade as I go. I felt like getting enough cranks was high on the line. I was hoping to try and make my rod selection work in the interim for now and see how it goes.

I used my old bass fishing rods and baitcaster reels to start off with to see if I liked it before I went and bought some that were better suited for it. Used four out the back...two straight out and two out to the sides. Measured line out pulling out a yard at a time.

16-12-9 out each side with existing reels. Cast out far as you can and strip a little more line out. You will catch fish, did it for years before line counters and special rods. Longest to front. You won’t really be able to push to much weight but those southerns are pretty tough even if they bow up quite a bit.

You’re on the right track.good rod holders help a lot, I use Hi-Tek extremes which allow me to have rods straight out the side and not lose them when 10lb catfish hit them. I said I used baitcasters but they weren’t expensive ones, about $20 each. Smooth bearings and drag is all that’s needed. The long rods got a hard cast, the middle one just an average cast and the short one a light cast. That got me enough separation that kept me catching fish and not untangling lines. You’ll be able to look at where the lines hit the water and see if they’re too. Lose together and adjust accordingly. A few colors; solid pink, and not all are created equal, solid black, chartreuse with a glitter purple back( bill norman makes a good one).

I use BnM PSTs and Southern Crappie trolling rods. They are almost identical to the BnM PST rods for pushing and pulling. Pushing with these rods I run 1-3oz weights with them just fine.

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Originally Posted by Drakeky

I use BnM PSTs and Southern Crappie trolling rods. They are almost identical to the BnM PST rods for pushing and pulling. Pushing with these rods I run 1-3oz weights with them just fine.

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Do you use the "T" Model Southern Crappie Rods or the standard ones?

Use the T model Southern Crappie Rods and you won't have a need for any others for your application.