At most sporting-goods stores, you can buy all sorts of fancy fishing poles made from a variety of modern manmade materials. Choose from boron, graphite, fiberglass or composites ; long poles ...

Anglers who spider troll for crappie often ply their favorite waters with numerous cane poles strategically placed around their boat. Both types make excellent fishing poles.

My uncle Guy McClintock of Cherry Valley spent much of his life fishing for crappie. His fishing vessel was a 10-foot johnboat hand-crafted from cypress. His poles were hand-cut canes.

Into the Outdoors Into Fishing with Cane Poles Season 4 Episode 3 | 26m 55s | CC In this episode, we learn about fishing with cane poles, the basics of different bait types, and safety tips for ...

Fixed-line fishing poles create an extra challenge for anglers who want to get close to the action. Here's why you may want to fish without your reel.

But despite the popularity of high-tech fishing gear, cane poles still find favor with many anglers. Cane poles are sensitive but have all the backbone you need to whip a feisty catfish or bass.

In certain circumstances, cane pole fishing — like Tenkara — is more effective than any other method.