What to Check Before Buying a Used Crappie Boat

Purchasing a second hand crappie boat is like purchasing used car and hoping motor runs. Sure, you want to get a good deal but there are always things you cant see at the time until you pull away from bank. Fishing for crappie is about being patient and a boat that wont stay still isnt … Read more

Picking Trolling Rods for Long Lining

A long liner is basicly a heavy duty version of a regular trolling trip. In addition to fighting hook set of your big fish, you’re now battling the combined weight of several rigs, not to mention drag of water. And it’s an explosive fight when one goes nuts on a hook, but that’s what you … Read more

Going Through the Lew’s Crappie Rod Lineup

There is something special about feeling a crappie bite on your rod tip. It’s not violent like a bass. It is not as forceful than a catfish. It’s a soft tap. It is a delicate touch that require precision and sensitivity. Lots of folks will simply pick up a generic medium action rod. That’s never … Read more

Going Through the Lew’s Crappie Rod Lineup

There is something special about feeling a crappie bite on your rod tip. It’s not violent like a bass. It is not as forceful than a catfish. It’s a soft tap. It is a delicate touch that require precision and sensitivity. Lots of folks will simply pick up a generic medium action rod. That’s never … Read more

Do Mr. Crappie Reels Live Up to the Name?

Taking a new reel out of the package create anticipation. You run your thumb over the spool and check drag. Does it have a good drag? Do I think the gears will functions or fail? Mr. Crappie has gained an online presence for producing good looking but relatively inexpensive tackle. Will these reels fish or … Read more