CHILLICOTHE, Ill. - Paul Clay is one of the few Peoria-area anglers who still sell their own custom-made fishing lures. His first creation was a piece of plastic worm with rubber bands tied here and ...

We tested six of the best crappie combos to help you find the ideal set up for casting jigs, dipping cover, trolling, and more.

Ligon continues the family tradition through Paperlips Outdoor Co., which makes custom crappie jigs and apparel. Ligon sent me a small box of his jigs.

Anglers who specialize in this tactic make use of extra-long crappie poles to allow them to spread their lures widely behind the boat.