What is your set up for casting crappie jigs?

**Jeepjock** · 04-28-2022, 05:36 AM

Originally Posted by skeetbum

I use a lot of different rods for different things, all related to what you asked about. I use lots of UL stuff and when you get the bug for it look me up and I’ll put you in the boat with me and show you how I do it. 1/32 and 1/16 I like a 6 to 7’ rod with a 1500 to 2000 series reel 4 lb line but will use 6 if conditions demand. Keep in mind that I’ve caught 3 1/2lb largemouth and 5 lb cats on 4lb line. One of the advantages of 4 lb line, and I think most of us use hi vis, is the casting. A 1/16 will go a long way with a rig like I described. Controlling the fish with those rods is some easier than with a short rod but it’s all in what you’re comfortable with. You’ll find a happy spot and say how much you like it. The one you pick up when it’s time to fish without thought. Handle a lot and buy when you’ve handled one you really like. Some good rods go north of $100 but you don’t have to spend that much. However a smooth up class reel makes the day a true joy. When you buy, put the combo together and get a feel for what you’ll be spending the day with. You’ll thank me for this conversation at some point.

Thank you for some super intel. I like the 4lb test. It has been quite windy lately and my casting accuracy needs some work. I just sold my Tr-186 bass boat and if time and funds permit, I want to change out the water pump on my little boat with the 60 mercury as well as change out the trailer bearings. When I get this done, I hope to give you a shout for some one on one training. Thank you for entertaining the notion that you can teach and old dog new tricks.

**skeetbum** · 05-03-2022, 07:49 PM

I’d like to do this; you come over this way. My boat, my gear, my area. I’ve shown a few the ropes of what I do and it’s pretty gear specific. Most folks can’t cast a jig under 1/32 very far with their current gear and once you handle mine, you’ll see why. I dont use expensive gear but it’s very light. Putting a new TM on my boat so it may be a week or two but it’ll be soon.

**Jeepjock** · 05-04-2022, 06:36 AM

Originally Posted by skeetbum

I’d like to do this; you come over this way. My boat, my gear, my area. I’ve shown a few the ropes of what I do and it’s pretty gear specific. Most folks can’t cast a jig under 1/32 very far with their current gear and once you handle mine, you’ll see why. I dont use expensive gear but it’s very light. Putting a new TM on my boat so it may be a week or two but it’ll be soon.

Looking forward to going to school with you. Good luck with the TM.
JJ

**huntinslabs** · 05-04-2022, 01:06 PM

BPS bionic blade 5'6" ul with 500 series reel and 10lb spiderwire and 6'6" medium light bionic blade with 1000 series reel with 10lb spiderwire braid.

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**shuorc** · 05-08-2022, 09:38 AM

Thans for this post it put me to work, got most of my short (6') rods out to see how far they cast, most got a little over 30 ft with 1/16 oz jigs, 4@ or 6# Wally Marshall line, total of 16 rods most which are yard sale specials even caught a couple of fish while testing. --shu

**Jeepjock** · 05-08-2022, 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by shuorc

Thans for this post it put me to work, got most of my short (6') rods out to see how far they cast, most got a little over 30 ft with 1/16 oz jigs, 4@ or 6# Wally Marshall line, total of 16 rods most which are yard sale specials even caught a couple of fish while testing. --shu

Wow and you caught some fish. Life is good. UL equipment is a blast to use.

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