I like the road runner for catching crappie as i can use it a couple different ways. I can troll with it, making a great presentation in the water, or i can cast with it to delicate spots and entice the crappie that way. The blade is for sure an attractant in itself. The different color options gives one the opportunity to pick the colors to suit their own water body color. No matter what color or weight you choose you are sure to have a winning Crappie day.