ACC Crappie Stix - how many of you use them?

How many of you own / fish with ACC Crappie Stix?

I’m thinking of getting the 8’ I keep seeing ads for on Facebook. I’m a little concerned with using it in my kayak or pond prowler though, as I only carry a little hand held net when I take those boats. It’s like a fly fisherman’s net. Wondering if that long of a rod will cause me issues trying to net fish. Maybe not. It’s about a foot to a foot and a half longer than what I’m currently using, but it’s a different power / action.

All the best,
Glenn

I have the 6 and 7 foot ones. I shoot docks with them and flip fish into the boat. They have landed some big cats and a large mirror carp. They have been very tough

I'm happy with my 10' ACC jigging pole.

never used one , lots of folks like them though

I had the 8’ ACC cork handle rod and gave it to my buddy. While I liked the rod and action I didn’t like the microwave guides on it. At first using an 8’ rod felt weird but now it’s normal and even short. I have up to 14’ rods I fish with now. The 8’ is about as far as I can stretch to reach the tip, otherwise you have to take the rod apart to reach tip in a kayak. If ACC changed the guides I would like the rod much better. :twocents

I have a 10 & 13 foot jigging rod & really like them. Lately i've been using the 10 footer all the time making short pitches to them & would like to have a couple more of the them.

Like many things , it's what you get used/started with . Bought two(12 rear seat ) sent them back and swapped for two (mid seat 12 ft ). All too stiff for my liking . Sold mine and returned to B/M Sam Heaton super sensitives . I should have known that I would prefer another rod because I do not like B/M Brush Cutter rods either . I like fast tip and net all fish . wrong for me but may be just right for you . B/m says not to boat flip fish with any of their rods . Folks at ACC was great and did allow me to swap out at no charge , just as they claim . B/M is not far from my house and most grow up or start with some type rod from there . They are all good .

Rod length should be a non issue netting fish unless your fishing under a tree canopy or under a bridge.
I do it with my 12 and 14 foot poles from my kayak and pirogue.
Never used ACC rods. I use the Berkley C series. Solid carbon fiber tip. Never had one break yet.


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Originally Posted by SuperDave336

I had the 8’ ACC cork handle rod and gave it to my buddy. While I liked the rod and action I didn’t like the microwave guides on it. At first using an 8’ rod felt weird but now it’s normal and even short. I have up to 14’ rods I fish with now. The 8’ is about as far as I can stretch to reach the tip, otherwise you have to take the rod apart to reach tip in a kayak. If ACC changed the guides I would like the rod much better. :twocents

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I like the cork handles for sure

Some good info here. I fish out of a twelve foot solo canoe and generally prefer short ultra light rods. But I was considering a longish jigging pole. Just don't know if I would like the length in my canoe. I will have to give ACC a look.


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If you go on the ACC website they make some recommendations as to which reels balance their rods. Makes for a nice starting point. I have also looked up the weights of the reels they suggest to get a baseline for choosing a reel. For me balance is important to get a good feel for the lure

I have two 11’ ACC rods and four eight footers. They have been a tough rod. I fish by myself mostly so I just flip the fish into the boat if they are not too big. I have to many new rods I was testing before I started having all my shoulder surgeries to give a good report on any of them yet.

I have 4 of the 14' spider rig rods. Very satisfied with them.

I have 4 ACC in various sizes. Don’t care for any of them.
That’s just me.


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I have an ACC that I got for casting, but for the money I much prefer the BnM TCB rod. Much more sensitive. I can feel every bump my lure makes.


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I have not owned nor fished with an ACC crappie rod. But do own the TCB rod from BnM and love that rod. Good luck with which ever one you choose.

I have an 8’ ACC, its a nice rod but ive bought several rods since and none have been ACC.
I dont understand what all the hype is over them.
For me, the BnM line of rods is as good as it gets for Crappie fishing.
I have 3 Sam Heatons, a 7’ a 9’ and a 10’ and like those more than the ACC.
I actually like the standard ultra lite BnM rods as well as any i have.
I use a small net also, but mostly just use it on the larger fish.
No problems lifting most Crappies right into the boat even with the 10 and 11’ BnM ultra lites with 6# line.
For kayak fishing i would be trying a 7’ Sam Heaton.

I wish we had a full selection of BnM poles around here to get my hands on. Im kinda picky about the feel and actions, and I hate to order blind off the internet, as chances are I'd miss the right 'feel' for me.

My TCB I won here in a contest on C.C. But am thrilled with the feel of it. I am looking at the San Heaton ultra sensitive by BnM though, as well as another 12' jiggin pole.

I bought 4 of the 14ft rods for spider rigging. Using them and 4 of the B & M 14ft trolling rods. Seems the ACC are lighter than the B & M and far lighter than my Southern Crappie 14 footers. Looking to get 2 more 14ft and 2 16ft of the ACC.

Well for trolling, by whatever method, i cant see where weight would be that much of a factor.
After all the rod spends much of its time sitting in a rod holder, and not being held in your hand.
Spending a few hours holding one tends to get your attention on the weight factor however.
Same goes for the length, even with rods from the same maker.
Due to my advanced age and being less active, i am more aware than i once was over the weight i can comfortably support.
10’ seems to be about the limit that im comfortable with for long periods, even with the ultra lites.
I have recently bought an 11’ rear seat BnM ultra lite however, and due to the balance factor im ok with that as well.
But i also keep the reel size to a minimum.

As for not being able to see and handle the BnM rods, cmon down to Florida.
We need the tourist money. lol
Go to Okeechobee and visit the Fast Break tackle shop.
They have many of the well known brands on display in all sizes at reasonable prices.
And you would be only a few minits from 2 large ramp locations for launching and trying the new rod.

Have about 20 crappie rods. When l go fishing, l have a 7'6" ACC crappie stix for live bait and 2 ACC 6'6" crappie stix for jigging and shooting docks so I'm good to go. Don

I'm mostly a single pole fisherman & have a couple of ACC rods. Good looking rods but I thought they were heavy. At least heavier than what I normally use.

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For kayak fishing i would be trying a 7’ Sam Heaton.

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I have one in my online cart. Just wish it was a 1 piece rod. I’ve never cared much for two piece. I have two 2-piece rods, and they are ok. Just not my preference. Still mulling it over. Probably will buy after Christmas. Thanks for the suggestion / recommendation.

All the best,
Glenn

I shoot docks with the 2.piece ones. They have made lots of shots and wrestled some bonus fish. They are pretty tough in my opinion

I have a 6'6". It's not bad but a little stiff for me. My go-to is a BnM 7' Sam Heaton super sensitive. You can feel everything with it but still has the backbone to pull in the occasional bucket mouth or northern pike. Love that rod paired with a Diawa Regal reel.

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I have two 12ft's for jig fishing. They are great rods.

I have two 13 footers. Four 10 footers. Two 11 footers and two 8 footers. I love them: however the 13’s are a little heavy. I mainly single pole livescope

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I bought 4 of the 14ft rods for spider rigging. Using them and 4 of the B & M 14ft trolling rods. Seems the ACC are lighter than the B & M and far lighter than my Southern Crappie 14 footers. Looking to get 2 more 14ft and 2 16ft of the ACC.

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Curious to how much lighter the ACC poles are then the Southerns? I have had 14ft Southerns for years and love them and there price.

As long as Wally is making rods that is what i will be using !!!!:check

What’s everyone’s opinion on lightest 14’ rod for scoping? My old 14’ Tightline Special is not fun to hold for long. Maybe I’m just a whimp and need to work out.

Thanks

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What’s everyone’s opinion on lightest 14’ rod for scoping? My old 14’ Tightline Special is not fun to hold for long. Maybe I’m just a whimp and need to work out.

Thanks

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I've got a Precion crappie 11ft rear seat that's feather light, had a Jenco the same length that was super light too

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