Why are crappie poles so long?
I have what I think is a pretty good crappie rig. A St Croix Premier 6'6" light rod and a Pflueger President with Berkley 8 lb Superline.
Yes I could go lighter but I wanted something that would cover either side of crappie fishing. Haven't had the uber fish bite yet but I know that's coming. At least I want a chance to land that one.
This St Croix rod is infuriating in that I can feel every nibble but can't set that hook. I chalk that up to my inexperience as a fisherman.
But my question is why are crappie rods so long?