BPS Crankin' Stick 2024

jwo1124 reply :

Has anyone used or own this rod? I am thinking about buying a couple for the upcoming season. I need new cranking sticks, and these seem to be the best value.

Rob G. reply :

They are the best value in a cranking stick around. I own one, also own a Falcon Cara Reaction crankin rod. I am not going to say that the Falcon is not a better rod, but I would do find with only BPS crankin' sticks. Occassionally you can get them for about $30 on sale too. I use 6'6 in medium action for most applications.

eyedabassman reply :

I picked one up last year and they are great for the money. If I used more cranks I would buy more but, I am hooked on lead and plastic. :-/

Big T reply :

BPS has last years version of that rod for $22.50 now.

Joel W reply :

I'm looking to buy a BPS Cranking stick this winter myself as I haven't been completely happy with My Falcon cranking rod. I can't cast shallow, light weight cranks with it. For those of you that have used the BPS M cranking stick, can it handle those lighter cranks ?

I only want to carry one crankbait setup, so I really need a baitcasting setup that can handle a Mann's -1 to a Rapala DT-16 if there is such a rod out there. The reel is a Daiwa Team Advantage 153 HST spooled with 30 lb Sufix Braid and a 12 lb flouro leader.

jwo1124 reply :

Joel,

I have noticed that most Crankbait specific rods are rated for M 1/4-5/8 and than MH 3/8-1oz. I plan on picking up a M and a MH, and then maybe a 7' MH that is rated for up to 1.5 oz.

But, BPS does have last years model on sale for 22.50, I'm going to try to pick up at least two of them, and then save up for some reels.

Big T reply :

my mistake, I looked on their website it seems that they are $26.50

cart7t reply :

I have 3 crankin sticks, a 6 ft med and 2 6'6" med. Great rods for the money and great crankin sticks.

As for the question on the small crankbait rod, I'd go with a M/L action crankin stick. Another rod you might consider is an All Star Classic 6' Med action model BCM-6. Great rod for tossing lighter baits. You can either get the latest All American Classic or look around for an older Classic. I don't think there's really any difference in the two other than blank color.

BTW, never pay full retail for those Crankin sticks. Those things go on sale at least a couple times a year.

ww2farmer reply :

I had a few BPS Cranking sticks, a 6'6 M and a 7' M, loved the 7', hated the 6'6". They are good cranking rods, but my next cranking rod will be a St Croix.

burleytog reply :

Only short sticks I've seen on the market with a pistol grip.

LakeAnnaBasser reply :

I was also thinking about a couple of crankin sticks. Im thinking about getting a 6 foot medium action for shallow divers. Also would a 7 foot medium action be good for medium divers and deep divers???

burleytog reply :

You want something heavier than a M for deep cranks. Try throwing a DD-22 on a M action for 30 minutes and see how tired you get.

MattStrykul reply :

The only thing that is a little off with mine is that on an overhead cast the bait goes about 5 feet to the left on every cast, my Dad noticed it when he was casting it. I usually side arm em' anyways. It really is a great rod though.

LakeAnnaBasser reply :

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You want something heavier than a M for deep cranks. Try throwing a DD-22 on a M action for 30 minutes and see how tired you get.

So it would be better to get like a 6 foot 6 med for my shallow and medium divers and a 7 foot med heavy for my deep divers.

LakeAnnaBasser reply :

Also when did they start selling last years models for 26 dollars because I was there last week and they werent on sale yet. I have never ordered a rod from BPS do they package real good and everything.

shootermcbob reply :

I received a fishing rod from bass pro this Christmas. It came in a heavy cardboard tube and was in perfect shape.

Joel W reply :

Will start off with a BPS 7' M crankin' stick. If I can throw a Mann's -1 with it, then so much the better. If not, then I'll have to go with two crankbait setups like I did last year.

Andrew Coleman reply :

i was thinking about gettin one this year for my med dive baits

not a big fan of deep divers

clooney reply :

I've owned a number of BPS rods over the past couple years and the crankin stick has held up better than the more expensive rods. For under $30, I'm gonna pick up at least two more now while they are on sale.

jwo1124 reply :

Hey WW2, Why didn't you like the 6'6" and loved the 7'?

I can't wait until I get my new Debit Cared and PIN in the mail so I can order a couple of these before they sell out.

Daniel My Brother reply :

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Also when did they start selling last years models for 26 dollars because I was there last week and they werent on sale yet. I have never ordered a rod from BPS do they package real good and everything.

The sale is on the Bass Pro website. Sometimes you won't see the sale prices at the store, but if you ask for the internet sale price, they will give it to you no problem. Same with Cabelas.

MALTESE FALCON reply :

I've fished with a BPS Crankin Stick for two seasons, I think it's great.

At full price they are a good deal, but when I saw them on sale for $26.50 the other day, I told my wife they were the best deal in rods right now.

Falcon

Perfect Hook Set reply :

They are on sale now online

I order a Diawa rod from them last year, it was packed and in place well...

Though my local post office has been pretty disappointingly when it comes to how they ship/take care of their packages...

If you haven't received a package that was broke or for that matter the box was ripped or torn (from usps) then ordering a rod from BPS won't be a problem

ww2farmer reply :

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Hey WW2, Why didn't you like the 6'6" and loved the 7'?
I can't wait until I get my new Debit Cared and PIN in the mail so I can order a couple of these before they sell out.

The 7' had a soft tip, but was more stout further down the blank. The 6'6" bent like a noodle retreiving a Mann's 1-, I do not care for rods that feel that way.

Root beer reply :

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You want something heavier than a M for deep cranks. Try throwing a DD-22 on a M action for 30 minutes and see how tired you get.

I have no problem with getting tired. I used a 7' m for my dd22. Maybe it because I'm younger and in shape. ;D

I ordered my crankin stick the other night. It will be here really soon!!! ;D

I did play around with it at BPS and it felt good!! When I saw the online price I didnt feel like going back to BPS so I just ordered it online.

Bean Counter reply :

I fished a BPS 7'M Crankin Stick for a couple of years and for the money it is a pretty good rod.

Mine just stands in the corner of the garage now since I replaced it with a St Croix Avid.

Root beer reply :

I just recieved my crankin' stick! cant wait to try it out.

zelmo reply :

Anybody use these for spinnerbaits?

I got 3 while they were on sale and I'm trying to decide how to set them up. Two 6'6"M will be rigged with 12# mono, but I was thinking about putting braid on the 7"M to use with medium divers and spinnerbaits. What do you think?

burleytog reply :

Why would you fish crankbaits on braid?

FishinDaddy reply :

Why use braid?

So you can get you baits back for one.

I use braid in stained water for rattle traps too. The braid will cut through grass better than mono. The line actually acts like and saw and you have less hangups.

LakeAnnaBasser reply :

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Why would you fish crankbaits on braid?

Braid also has a thinner diameter so you get more depth out of your cranks. But I still use mono.

bubbler reply :

man i just bought one and its awsome...the 7 foot med heavy realy versitile

Micro reply :

BPS Crankin' Sticks seem to be the only BPS rod everyone really likes. I don't own one, but am impressed that everyone seems to agree they are a great cranking rod.

zelmo reply :

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Why would you fish crankbaits on braid?

Braid also has a thinner diameter so you get more depth out of your cranks. But I still use mono.

Plus you can toss it farther.

LakeAnnaBasser reply :

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BPS Crankin' Sticks seem to be the only BPS rod everyone really likes. I don't own one, but am impressed that everyone seems to agree they are a great cranking rod.

Yea I have a couple. I think they are the most under rated rod in their line up. but then again thats OK because the prices are so good.

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