How Do You Rig a Fishing Pole for Crappie Trolling?

Crappie trolling is a great way to catch some of the best tasting fish out there. It involves slowly dragging your baited lure behind your boat in order to attract crappie.

Trolling for crappie is an effective way to cast a wide net and increase your chances of catching this delicious fish. But, in order to be successful, you must know how to rig a fishing pole for crappie trolling.

The first step in rigging your fishing pole for crappie trolling is to select the right rod and reel. A medium-light spinning rod and reel combination is best suited for trolling because it provides enough power to move the boat without being too heavy or cumbersome. For the line, use 10-pound test monofilament or braided line that has enough strength and flexibility to allow you to move the bait around without breaking.

Once you have the rod and reel selected, it’s time to choose the right lure. Small crankbaits, spoons, jigs, and spinners are all good options for crappie trolling as they are light enough that they can be easily moved through the water column. When choosing a lure, make sure it has enough color and action to attract crappie but not so much that it will scare them away.

Once you have chosen the right lure, it’s time to rig your fishing pole. Start by attaching either a sliding sinker or a fixed sinker onto your main line.

The size of your sinker will depend on how deep you want your bait to be while trolling. Next, attach a swivel between the main line and leader line which should be about 18 inches long.

To finish rigging your pole for crappie trolling attach your chosen lure onto the leader with either a snap swivel or split ring depending on what type of hook you are using (single hook or treble hook). Check that everything is secure before releasing your bait into the water.

Conclusion:
Rigging a fishing pole for crappie trolling requires selecting the right rod and reel combination as well as choosing an effective lure that will attract this tasty fish. After selecting these items, attach either a sliding sinker or fixed sinker followed by attaching a swivel between main line and leader line before finally securing your chosen lure with either snap swivel or split ring depending on what type of hook you are using (single hook or treble hook). With these steps in place, you’ll be ready for successful crappie trolling!

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Daniel Bennet