BnM Capps-Coleman Trolling Rod 16'

The BnM Capps-Coleman trolling rod is purpose-built for serious crappie anglers who demand sensitivity and control when working jigs and live minnows. Designed in collaboration with Ronnie Capps and Steve Coleman—a national championship crappie team with five classics titles between the Crappie USA Tournament Trail and CrappieMasters—this 16-foot rod brings tournament-proven mechanics to your boat. Unlike conventional trolling rods built for crankbaits, this model delivers a lighter action that picks up subtle strikes and maintains the precise jig-and-minnow presentation that wins tournaments.

The rod's distinctive bell-shaped handle is engineered for fine-tuning: you can make minute depth adjustments simply by pushing the rod deeper or shallower in your rod holder, giving you control without constantly reeling. The offset reel seat design makes retrieval smooth and ergonomic, a feature that has proven popular across BnM's trolling lineup. The RHV tip gives you better line visibility and a more horizontal bait presentation—critical when you're reading structure and tracking subtle depth changes across open water.

Construction details matter in a trolling rod, and BnM has reinforced the eyelets with robust designs that resist the wear and pop-outs common in heavy-use applications. You'll get the dependable action you expect from BnM, now upgraded with a tip that handles the demands of extended trolling sessions without fatigue.

Key Features

• 16-foot length for extended reach and controlled presentation
• Lightweight action designed to detect the softest crappie bites
• Bell-shaped handle allows minute depth adjustments via rod holder positioning
• Offset reel seat for easy rod retrieval and reduced hand strain
• RHV tip for improved line visibility and horizontal bait presentation
• Reinforced eyelets minimize insert pop-out under extended trolling conditions
• Optimized for jig-and-minnow trolling techniques

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best technique for this crappie trolling rod?

The Capps-Coleman rod is optimized for jig-and-minnow trolling—the same method that earned its namesakes five national crappie classics titles. The light action and sensitive tip let you detect bites that heavier rods would miss, and the tip design maintains proper jig performance throughout the retrieve.

How does the bell-shaped handle help with depth control?

The enlarged, bell-shaped handle lets you make fine depth adjustments by simply pushing the rod deeper or shallower into your rod holder, without reeling in or out. This fine-tuning capability is essential when you're searching the water column for suspended crappie.

Can I use this rod for other trolling styles?

While this rod is specifically engineered for jig-and-minnow presentation, its 16-foot length and light action can accommodate other finesse presentations. It's not designed for pulling crankbaits or heavy lures in the conventional trolling style.

What makes the offset reel seat useful?

The offset reel seat design makes it easier to grab and retrieve the rod from your holder without fighting the typical reel placement. After hours of trolling, this ergonomic detail reduces hand fatigue and improves safety when bringing the rod in quickly.