It's a common thing when you panfish, sometimes you need to bomb casts with light jigs all the way up to a shallow weed for crappies. The St. Croix Avid Series Panfish Spinning Rod is the rod for the job. When it comes time to wing the rods far, a long rod will give you extra flex and impart some subtle action. FeaturesSCIII+ Carbon Fiber BlankStainless Steel Guides Nylon and Premium EVA Reel SeatSuper Grade Cork Handle Cork Composite Butt Cap