Thanks fellas!

SK...what difference is there between a Thump City and a BnM Bucks Graphite Jig Pole? Aside from being available haha. I'm drawn to these for some reason. I think it's the name.

I'll look into the Okuma. Never heard of the brand before.

The Ozark's are definitely on my radar. I know exactly what you mean about the whip. Definitely still a good pole though. Shakespeare has made some great stuff indeed.

Tell me about this Fish Eagle. Or give me a comparison to something else. I got a free ultra light Cabelas Tourney Trail with a split cork that I had for a while and it was surprisingly likeable. Good sensitivity and fair enough backbone for what it was.

I've heard the Crappie Maxx rods are plenty of pole for anybody. Opinions?

Thieves are definitely among the top 2-3 of any worst list. I know how the world goes, and it's not the end, but I still have quite a bit of trouble dealing with it.