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| Model | LEP56ULF |
| Length | 5'6" |
| Action | Fast |
| Power | Ultra Light |
| Line Weight (lb.) | 2-6 |
| Lure Weight (oz.) | 1/32-3/16 |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Handle | 1 |
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 18 reviews.
Review topics: ["quality","felt","rod","sensitivity","action","cork","fish","tip","bend"].
"this is best crappie rod u can buy really sensitive i can feel every bite thru the rod i do not have to watch my line this is the best i also own cheaper avid panfish and the cheapest panfish rod i have several of each model the legend is best of the 3 models but i like all of them"
"Awesome pan fish rod nothing better"
"The best of quality. Thank you"
"The lightest most sensitive panfish rod I have ever used."
"I own all three panfish rods available and this one out does the others, smoothest casting rod I’ve ever owned"
"Lightest most sensitive rod I ever used for panfish. Great castability and you feel everything. A blade of grass, light biting panfish and different bottom compositions are easily felt. An absolute pleasure to fish."
"I’m an exclusive ultralight(UL) fisherman and have used many UL rods from the top tier manufacturers. The St. Croix Legend Elite panfish is by far the most sensitive and responsive rod I have used. The build quality is S tier, not a single flaw or miss-wrap anywhere. The coating is perfect in every way and the QA/QC was preformed on the highest level. The split grip is extremely comfortable and is well thought out. The seats lock tight and never need re-tightening. The cork is smooth and finished wonderfully. The guides are quiet and allow very light braids to easily slip through. The blank has appropriate strength and is easily loaded with repeatable feedback. Under load the rod felt well balanced and predictable. Sensitivity is Incredible, it’s such an upgrade from the Premier series. I can literally feel the blades on a 1/32 spinner; it’s incredible! Pair this rod with a 500 or 1000 size reel with 4lb braided mainline and a 8X leader and you will be blown away. If you’re looking for the most sensitive, balanced and well built UL rod look no further."
"Over two years ago I tried buying this rod but it wasn’t available. I got a shorter 6’4†model and immediately knew I had the best rod style for my panfish trips to the Shenandoah River. Now I have the 7’ model I’ve wanted all this time and I couldn’t be any happier with my choice once again. St Croix quality is second to none!"
"My wife gifted me the 5'6"" for our anniversary and I took it to my favorite river this morning. The technology St. Croix has used on this rod is unbelievably light, sensitive and absolutely ""The Best Rod on Earth"". It holds fish with a perfect flex and action. It has ruined me for life. I highly recommend and thank you St. Croix for being my partner in crime for over 40 years now. Tight lines and Godspeed!"
"I've own the first gen trout series rods for a while that doubled well for stream trout and panfish. Ended up buying two of those and ran it for a few years and just figured it was time for something more serious. Glad St Croix finally offered the option since it was hard to find many choices for a high end panfish specific rod. Bought the 6'9"" and threw on a 2000 vanford with 4lb nanofil and 4lb fluoro leader and I was in love. First outing and I couldn't believe the sensitivity I was experiencing. Casted phenomenally with the perfect load on light jigs and bobber where you didn't have to force your cast because the rod did all the casting for you. I was able to detect bites I never imagined on small 4-5"" sunnies that usually steal your bait, and literally hooked every one. I've caught 3-4lb smallmouth on it with accidental snags from 8lb+ carp and its handled all of them. Loved the combo so much, I saw someone post another 6'9 for sale on Facebook and hopped on it. Now I own 2 of them and think they are worth every penny. Might be one of the few rods I own (over 30 if them) where I feel is actually worth every penny."
