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Crappie, Panfish and Trout Gear 2026: Ultralight Reels and Rods With Sale Prices
Ultralight spinning reels, light rods and combos for crappie, bluegill, perch and stocked trout, with current prices.
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Ultralight reel53% offPiscifun Carbon XT ultralight spinning reel
The lightest reel in the Carbon line, with a hollow CNC aluminum handle.
Spinning reel42% offPiscifun Carbon X spinning reel
Carbon body and rotor with 10+1 shielded bearings, about 5 oz in the small sizes.
Spinning reel53% offPiscifun Carbon Prism spinning reel
The 2000 size weighs 7.2 oz with 10+1 bearings and 22 lb of carbon drag.
Rod and reel53% offPiscifun Carbon X reel and Carbon R1 rod combo
The Carbon X spinning reel matched to the one-piece Carbon R1 rod.
Spinning reel54% offPiscifun Carbon X II spinning reel
All-carbon body; the 1000 size weighs 5.5 oz and has up to 22 lb of drag.
Metal reel58% offBiggest dropPiscifun AlumiX spinning reel
Full aluminum body and frame with a carbon fiber drag.
Budget reel56% offPiscifun Viper X spinning reel
Graphite body, 10+1 bearings, with 5.2:1 or 6.2:1 gear ratios.
Rod and reel22% offPiscifun Torrent Lite spinning combo
IM6 graphite rod with a spare tip; the reel has 17.6 lb drag and 6+1 bearings.
Rod38% offPiscifun Carbon R1 one-piece rod
One-piece carbon rod with the handle and reel seat built into the blank; spinning or casting.
Pliers43% offPiscifun aluminum fishing pliers
Aluminum pliers with titanium-coated jaws, carbide braid cutters and a sheath.
Line spooler53% offPiscifun fishing line spooler kit
Puts new line on spinning and baitcasting reels.
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The crappie and trout picks side by side
What each one is for and what it costs today, in one table.
| Product | Type | Why anglers pick it | Price today | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piscifun Carbon XT ultralight spinning reel | Ultralight reel | The lightest reel in the Carbon line, with a hollow CNC aluminum handle. | $37.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Carbon X spinning reel | Spinning reel | Carbon body and rotor with 10+1 shielded bearings, about 5 oz in the small sizes. | $57.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Carbon Prism spinning reel | Spinning reel | The 2000 size weighs 7.2 oz with 10+1 bearings and 22 lb of carbon drag. | $74.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Carbon X reel and Carbon R1 rod combo | Rod and reel | The Carbon X spinning reel matched to the one-piece Carbon R1 rod. | $159.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Carbon X II spinning reel | Spinning reel | All-carbon body; the 1000 size weighs 5.5 oz and has up to 22 lb of drag. | $57.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun AlumiX spinning reel | Metal reel | Full aluminum body and frame with a carbon fiber drag. | $49.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Viper X spinning reel | Budget reel | Graphite body, 10+1 bearings, with 5.2:1 or 6.2:1 gear ratios. | $34.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Torrent Lite spinning combo | Rod and reel | IM6 graphite rod with a spare tip; the reel has 17.6 lb drag and 6+1 bearings. | $69.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun Carbon R1 one-piece rod | Rod | One-piece carbon rod with the handle and reel seat built into the blank; spinning or casting. | $159.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun aluminum fishing pliers | Pliers | Aluminum pliers with titanium-coated jaws, carbide braid cutters and a sheath. | $16.99 | Piscifun |
| Piscifun fishing line spooler kit | Line spooler | Puts new line on spinning and baitcasting reels. | $18.99 | Piscifun |
What else to pack for crappie, bluegill, perch and trout
Terminal tackle
- Size 6 to 10 hooks
- Split shot
- Small bobbers or slip floats
Baits
- 1/32 to 1/8 oz jigs and tubes
- Small spinners and spoons for trout
- Wax worms, mealworms or minnows
Line
- 2 to 6 lb mono or fluorocarbon
- A spare spool for clear water
- Hi-vis line for watching light bites
License and rules by state
Seasons, size limits and license costs are set by each state. Pick yours.
Bait shops near you
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Crappie and trout gear questions
What reel size for crappie and trout?
A 500 to 1000 size spinning reel balances on a light rod and casts small jigs and spinners.
What line for crappie?
Most crappie anglers use 4 to 6 lb line; trout in clear streams often call for 2 to 4 lb.
Do I need a license for stocked trout?
Most states require a fishing license, and some require a trout stamp or permit. Check your state page below.