St. Croix Triumph Steelhead Rod for.....

[Hanr3]

I hear ya. Steelhead are a bigger fish and need a good rod with backbone. I think you would really be pushing the limits at both ends. Crappie are generally 1-2 pounds, Steelhead can get up to 50 pounds, averaging about 8 pounds. The trouble your going to run into is matching line weight and lure weight to the reel/rod combo. You will be hard pressed to use high strength superlines for Crappie and you will be hard pressed to bring a 50 pound Steelhead on 4 pound mono. That assumes you can find a reel that can be spooled with both lines.

The other issue you face is rippin lips. A strong backbone rod won't flex enough and you may rip the hook out of the mouth every time you set the hook.

You would be better off using two rods, one geared for Crappie and the other geared for Steelhead. Have you checked out the St. Croix Salmon/Steelhead series line of rods?

[rapman1]

I think you may be confusing steelhead and salmon. The world record salmon is under 30 pounds and a really big lake erie trib chrome is close to 20. The rod I am referring to is a light power with a softer moderate action. The rod is rated for 4-8 lb test. In weight, it is lighter some of the B&M rods. I was just curious if any of the guys who fish Steelhead Alley use their rods for slabs also.

[deathb4disco]

I think you may be confusing steelhead and salmon. The world record salmon is under 30 pounds and a really big lake erie trib chrome is close to 20. The rod I am referring to is a light power with a softer moderate action. The rod is rated for 4-8 lb test. In weight, it is lighter some of the B&M rods. I was just curious if any of the guys who fish Steelhead Alley use their rods for slabs also.

Caveat: I've never caught a steelhead in my life. (Darn it.)

That said, I think it would work for crappie. Years ago, I ordered a couple of Cabela's steelhead rods, a medium and a medium light. (I bought two because I couldn't handle them in the store, so I wasn't sure which action I would like best.)

I planned on using the rod for bass. The medium turned out to be perfect. I thought the medium light was a little too light, but I thought it would make a great crappie/bluegill rod. I'm guessing the rod you're looking at would work, also.

[Hanr3]

This is what I think of when you say steelhead. Maybe I am confusing it with another species?

[rapman1]

Caveat: I've never caught a steelhead in my life. (Darn it.)

That said, I think it would work for crappie. Years ago, I ordered a couple of Cabela's steelhead rods, a medium and a medium light. (I bought two because I couldn't handle them in the store, so I wasn't sure which action I would like best.)

I planned on using the rod for bass. The medium turned out to be perfect. I thought the medium light was a little too light, but I thought it would make a great crappie/bluegill rod. I'm guessing the rod you're looking at would work, also.

I've come to find out that others have been using them for years. I will stay true to the steel discipline by running a six pound mainline and four pound flouro or straight four pound mono.

[fiveeyes]

I have been using a long rod for 20 years. Mostly used for float fishing..I use an 'Adjust-a-Bubble' float..sometimes for pulling small minnow style crank baits.
My rods are by HT, and I have two 9', and one 10'. Try it.

[micorps]

Are these steelhead triumph rods made in mexico too? I have many st croix rods and refuse to buy any of the lines made in Mexico. I guess it matters to me more than others.

[deathb4disco]

Are these steelhead triumph rods made in mexico too? I have many st croix rods and refuse to buy any of the lines made in Mexico. I guess it matters to me more than others.

St. Croix is one of the very few US rod makers. Most crappie tackle is made in China.

[micorps]

St. Croix is one of the very few US rod makers. Most crappie tackle is made in China.

not all st croix rods are made in the u.s. Take the new mojo yak for example. That is made in fresnillo, mexico. Other lines of rods from st croix were also made in mexico and stamped as such including the triumph freshwater rods, but unsure of the steelhead triumph. My legends, tournament walleyes, avids, etc are made in the usa. It in unavoidable buying solely u.s. But i will do so if i have the choice.

[rapman1]

Yep. Mexico. I'm not sure why this question would an opinion or expressed disdain for imported goods. Most anglers cannot afford legends or even avids. Most panfish anglers fish the for the sport, not carrying if their tackle carries a superior name. Are you aware that a good percentage of the parts in your car are imported? Your electronics? Your clothing? Some of your food? Though I own some St. Croix rods, I'll never try to make someone feel less for what they use. Chances are that they are a much better fisherman than I. What someone uses is just not that important nor is their preference of domestic or import. B&M and Wally Marshall rods, used by a lot of pros, are made in China. My OP was if anyone used this model or rod or ''noodle'' type rods for crappie.