BnM Capps-Coleman Trolling Rod 14'

The BnM Capps-Coleman trolling rod is a 14-foot crappie fishing rod designed around the techniques of two of the most decorated names in competitive crappie fishing. Ronnie Capps and Steve Coleman have dominated national crappie tournaments on both the Crappie USA and CrappieMasters trails, and their signature rod reflects years of real-world testing on the water. If you're serious about trolling for crappie—especially the jig-and-minnow style that separates tournament winners from casual anglers—this rod is built to match that approach.

The rod's lighter action is engineered to detect the subtle takes that crappie are known for, while the tip design preserves the natural action of a jig-tipped minnow rather than fighting it. That sensitivity is paired with a thoughtful handle design: the enlarged, bell-shaped grip lets you make fine depth adjustments simply by pushing the rod deeper or shallower in your rod holder, a feature that pays dividends when you're working specific water columns. The offset reel seat makes it easy to pull the rod from the holder without awkward angles or fumbling, a small detail that matters during a long day on the water.

Build quality shows in the details. The RHV tip improves visibility and keeps your bait riding more horizontally in the water column—exactly where you want it. The rod features a reinforced eyelet design that resists the common problem of insert pop-out, so you won't lose a fish to equipment failure. This is the proven Capps-Coleman action you've heard about, now with an upgraded tip that brings it current.

Key Features

• 14-foot length optimized for trolling jigs and minnows
• Lightweight, sensitive action for detecting subtle crappie bites
• Enlarged bell-shaped handle for easy depth adjustment in the rod holder
• Offset reel seat for convenient rod retrieval
• RHV tip for improved visibility and horizontal bait presentation
• Reinforced eyelet design to prevent insert failure
• Tournament-proven design by five-time national champions Capps and Coleman

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What technique is this trolling rod designed for?

The BnM Capps-Coleman rod is built specifically for trolling jigs tipped with minnows, the method used by Capps and Coleman in their tournament wins. It's not designed for pulling crankbaits; the lighter action and tip design are optimized for jig presentation and bite detection.

How does the bell-shaped handle help when trolling?

The enlarged bell-shaped grip allows you to make fine depth adjustments by pushing the rod further into or pulling it back from your rod holder. This lets you quickly change the depth of your presentation without stopping to pull the rod completely free.

Why does the offset reel seat matter on a trolling rod?

The offset reel seat makes it much easier to grab and retrieve the rod from the holder without awkward angles or leverage problems. It's a feature that reduces fatigue and speeds up rod handling during a long day of trolling.

What does the RHV tip do?

The RHV tip improves visibility of your line and presentation, and helps keep your jig and minnow riding more horizontally in the water column—the position that produces bites.