Crappie.com - Crappie Fishing Rods For Every Technique

What technique are you using to catch crappie? No matter what technique, I'm sure fishing rod manufactures make a specific model just for that technique. Tuxedo Black Crappie Rods & Reels is one of those companies with several models to pick from at several price points.

Before a rod manufacture begins production on any fishing rod there has to be a demand for it. Professional crappie anglers also influence the demand by winning a tournament with a certain technique sometimes with proto models of fishing rods. Crappie fishing rods can influence an angler to purchase a fishing rod after having a successful guide trip using a certain technique and specific model crappie fishing rod.

It's not unusual for rod manufactures to have a staff of professional anglers helping them design different rod models. In fact, if the professional angler is well-known and successful it will increase the number of fishing rods sold. However, it's not just about selling the rod for the professional angler as their name is on the product so they want it to be the best product possible at that price point.

"All of the Lew's Wally Marshall Rods were built to my specifications. I also wanted to keep them affordable so any crappie angler could buy them," said Lew's Pro Wally Marshall aka Mr. Crappie. Marshall not only has a complete line of Lew's Wally Marshall Rods, but also Wally Marshall Signature Series reels.

Wally Marshall Pro Series Rods (www.lews.com) feature a premium IM8 graphite blank, stainless steel spinning guides and inserts, oversized cork handle and stainless steel hook keeper. "This fishing rod is our premium series of Lew's Wally Marshall rods. It's built with IM8 graphite for exceptional sensitivity, light weight and strong with an oversized cork handle. This rod is designed to be put in your hand and fished anytime you want a fast tip. It's comes in several models allowing anglers to do everything from shot docks with or jig with the 8- to 12-foot model rods," said Marshall.

One thing Marshall did recommend is not to put cork handle rods in rod holders when fishing. "Cork handles will not last long if you are putting them in rod holders. They are just not made for that purpose. Anglers are better off using EVA foam handles when putting rods in rod holders," said Marshall.

Wally Marshall Troll Tech Crappie Rods feature a premium IM6 graphite blank, EVA grips, hard aluminum oxide guides and stainless steel hook keeper. "I really designed this rod for speed trolling or pushing crankbaits. Anytime I'm moving fast with lines straight down with weights from 2- to 6-ounces. It has plenty of tip making it easier to feel the bite and backbone to handle the weight," said Marshall.

Wally Marshall Solo Series Crappie Rods feature a premium two-piece IM6 graphite blank, 10-inch EVA handle, hard aluminum oxide guides and stainless steel hook keeper. "This rod was designed for one fishing rod-one angler. It's a jigging rod built from IM6 graphite with a good backbone and light action tip. To extend the angler's reach, the Solo Series has the reel seat on the butt end allowing the angler a longer reach making it the ultimate jigging rod for crappie fishing." said Marshall.

Wally Marshall Signature Series Crappie Rods feature a premium IM6 graphite blank, EVA grips, rod length indicator label and stainless steel hook keeper. "I designed this rod to be durable and last a long time. It's stiffer than the other series of my rods and perfect for jigging, tolling or casting. They can handle up to 2-ounces of weight and it's the fishing rod I use when tight line trolling," said Marshall.

In the end, the final cost of a fishing rod depends on several factors. The rod blank and rod length play a major part in the cost. Components like line guides, handles, reel seats, hook keeper and accents also influence the final cost. Labor and shipping are the final two factors in what an angler pays for a fishing rod.

Of course, buying a fishing rod comes down to what features and price point an angler can afford. The premium high quality graphite rods cost more, but are lighter making them great for holding on to all day long. High quality components also increase the cost, however, the fishing rod built with them will last longer.