I realize you didn't make the rod, but look at Access Denied and look at the picture of the handles and look at D. Seriously? Look at that thin air gap in the handle. It's laughable IMHO.
The older Shimano Sienna FD silver/green are 4 bearing reels. The newer Sienna FE are 2 bearing. I have 3 Sienna FE 1000 reels, I like them for a cheapy but 1 has a broken bail spring with not much use. The older 4 bearing FD I have 500 1000 2500 4000 - all have been great reels.
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I have a couple of 7ft Celilo rods and they are some great rods for the money. I purchased them off EBay seven years ago and they have held up great. I also have two of Basspro Microlite rods and they are good rods also. I have to say the Celilo and Basspro rods are pretty close in performance. I do not have any of the newer Sienna reels but I do have some of the older ones and they work great. I prefer the rear drag versions in the 1000 size for my medium light rods. I also have them paired with some size 20 Okuma Stinson spinning reels. I don't think Okuma make these reels any more but they are some good reels. Crappie are not tackle busters so find what best suits your needs.
I am also looking for a new crappie rod. I mostly cast a float from the bank and need something that can give me distance. Also I hate a short rod 7' at a minimum.
I actually have a couple longer steelhead float rods and have been using an old Cortland one that functions well. But unfortunately they are heavy and a little over kill for crappie.
I suggest a Major Craft Triplecross in the 7’3” for you tracker
I've also got tons of bass & pike fishing equipment. But since I'm now more focused on crappie fishing I've found that you do not need to spend a lot of money and still get high quality rods & reels. Get a catalog from Grizzly Jig Co. for starters. And take a serious look at their 7' Sam Heaton Super Sensitive rod. Match that with a #20 size Pflueger President and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Quality rods & reels at B n' M. You will not find better.
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