Speaking on my own behalf, I make no claims of being a pro, not even a great fisherman. I have had the honor of being schooled by some truly great crappie anglers over my many years of chasing these tasty panfish. Sharing information with individuals that wish to learn or grow their knowledge of technique, equipment, or waterways is my way of giving back and paying it forward. It also helps grow the crappie fishing audience, which in turn aides in manufacturers developing better equipment that will help us all to be better fishermen.