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 The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 09:37 PM
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Scott in Flower Mound
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So, the wife is asking for ideas for me for Christmas, and I thought I'd ask you all. What's the perfect crappie set-up (in your opinion/experience) for a dedicate crappie fishing rod/reel/line/tackle?
I need to give her some ideas, or I'm going to get more socks under the tree this year.
Thanks!
Scott in Flower Mound
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 09:43 PM
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Matthew Carroll
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Just my  but I think some JIGUM JIGS would look good in that stocking hanging from the mantle..
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
[Re: Scott in Flower Mound]
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11/24/14 09:52 PM
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Scott in Flower Mound
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Thanks Matt! Perhaps in some Burnt Orange (or Perhaps Big 12) colors? ;-)
Scott
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 09:58 PM
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Perhaps an HDS 12 Touch
The pro angler rods are very nice as are the bone head rods.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 10:28 PM
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Just my but I think some JIGUM JIGS would look good in that stocking hanging from the mantle.. I agree in my stocking! 
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
[Re: Scott in Flower Mound]
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11/24/14 10:29 PM
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I assume you are referring to a rod and reel combo when you say crappie set-up. I have to say the pro angler rods are hard to beat. They're light, sensitive and affordable. Ed gives very good service through the mail, or you can pick them up in Lucas, TX by lake Lavon. It's also the only brand I know of where you can purchase just the tip section should you break it. A small Pflueger "President" spinning reel makes a good combo for about $100.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
[Re: Scott in Flower Mound]
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11/24/14 10:53 PM
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Depends on how greedy she will allow you to be!  If you want to be reasonable, maybe an assortment of Lane's lures (Constant Pursuit Outfitters) or one of those bonehead rods I keep reading so much about. Or if you are greedy like me, an SI fish finder.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 10:56 PM
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I would think the budget might come into play
do you have a dollar amount in mind she might want to spend ?
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 11:35 PM
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A ProAngler rod in 8ft ($45) with a Qantum Optix 10 from Academy ($19.99) or if you like casting reels, the H2O Express is on sale at Academy.($29.99). If an 8ft is not your style, get the 6.5ft. I'd spool it with Bonehead 8 or 10lb test in lime green. You'll have a good all around set up for crappie.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/24/14 11:54 PM
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A ProAngler rod in 8ft ($45) with a Qantum Optix 10 from Academy ($19.99) or if you like casting reels, the H2O Express is on sale at Academy.($29.99). If an 8ft is not your style, get the 6.5ft. I'd spool it with Bonehead 8 or 10lb test in lime green. You'll have a good all around set up for crappie. This!  then pick up one of Robert's Christmas Special's! 1 of every color of his Li'l Rascal's for $24 + shipping! HECK of a DEAL!!
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/25/14 12:22 AM
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PlanoPaul
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I assume you are referring to a rod and reel combo when you say crappie set-up. I have to say the pro angler rods are hard to beat. They're light, sensitive and affordable. Ed gives very good service through the mail, or you can pick them up in Lucas, TX by lake Lavon. It's also the only brand I know of where you can purchase just the tip section should you break it. A small Pflueger "President" spinning reel makes a good combo for about $100. This with some Suffix Siege 6lb. tangerine.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/25/14 12:43 AM
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Stratos55
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Bonehead 7' with Pflueger President don't get any better imo. 
Last edited by Stratos55; 11/25/14 04:12 PM.
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
[Re: Scott in Flower Mound]
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11/25/14 12:58 AM
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Scott in Flower Mound
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These are some great ideas!!
Yes, budget is a consideration, but she'll probably buy some nice stuff.
Yes, rod/reel/line/tackle are all up for discussion!
Scott
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 Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
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11/25/14 01:04 AM
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Scott in Flower Mound
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I would think the budget might come into play
do you have a dollar amount in mind she might want to spend ? Lol, whatever I can get out of her is what i'm shooting for. She's been really ornery this year so i'd say $150 or less for the gift (can include any combination of rod/reel/line/lures etc.). Doesn't have to include all categories. Wherever the money is best spent. Scott
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Re: The Perfect Crappie Set-Up (Christmas Present)
[Re: Scott in Flower Mound]
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11/25/14 01:56 AM
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Another vote for the 8ft ProAngler with a H2O baitcaster. Academy will spool it for free, then she will have enough coin left to make the stocking runneth over with jigs!
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