LEGEND ELITE® PANFISH LEGEND ELITE® PANFISH

St. Croix
Legend Elite Panfish Rods feature: Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) tooling technology. Advanced Reinforcing Technology™ (ART™). Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for improved action with increased sensitivity....
Legend Elite Panfish Rods feature: Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) tooling technology. Advanced Reinforcing Technology™ (ART™). Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for improved action with increased sensitivity....
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  • Legend Elite Panfish Rods feature:
  • Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) tooling technology.
  • Advanced Reinforcing Technology™ (ART™).
  • Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for improved action with increased sensitivity.
  • Super high-modulus SCVI carbon with FRS in lower section for maximum power and strength with reduced weight.
  • High-modulus/high-strain SCV carbon with FRS and carbon-matte scrim for unparalleled strength, durability and sensitivity.
  • Modified guide train featuring silicon nitride rings and titanium frames provide the ultimate guide train for UL-L power spinning rods.
  • Tip top features a titanium frame and a silicon nitride ring for maximum line protection.
  • Fuji® SK2™ split reel seat for the ultimate in light weight and sensitivity.
  • Anodized, machined-aluminum wind check and trim pieces.
  • Split-grip/super-grade cork handle.
  • Kigan titanium hook-keeper.
  • Two coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish.
  • 15-year transferable warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service.
  • Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, U.S.A.

Legend Elite Panfish Series rods feature five spinning rods, each designed for extreme sensitivity to detect even the subtlest of strikes, with the lengths and actions needed to deliver lighter baits and lures, and the strength and durability required to manage larger predator fish.

IPC ART FRS TET
  • Legend Elite Panfish Rods feature:
  • Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) tooling technology.
  • Advanced Reinforcing Technology™ (ART™).
  • Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for improved action with increased sensitivity.
  • Super high-modulus SCVI carbon with FRS in lower section for maximum power and strength with reduced weight.
  • High-modulus/high-strain SCV carbon with FRS and carbon-matte scrim for unparalleled strength, durability and sensitivity.
  • Modified guide train featuring silicon nitride rings and titanium frames provide the ultimate guide train for UL-L power spinning rods.
  • Tip top features a titanium frame and a silicon nitride ring for maximum line protection.
  • Fuji® SK2™ split reel seat for the ultimate in light weight and sensitivity.
  • Anodized, machined-aluminum wind check and trim pieces.
  • Split-grip/super-grade cork handle.
  • Kigan titanium hook-keeper.
  • Two coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish.
  • 15-year transferable warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service.
  • Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, U.S.A.

Legend Elite Panfish Series rods feature five spinning rods, each designed for extreme sensitivity to detect even the subtlest of strikes, with the lengths and actions needed to deliver lighter baits and lures, and the strength and durability required to manage larger predator fish.

IPC ART FRS TET

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david hobie
Absolutely worth the upgrade, A top tier rod!!!

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.

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Phil Piscitello
St. Croix Legend Elite Panfish Rod

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.

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James Correll
Finally got one!

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!

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Scott Freeman
Ridiculously Delightful

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!

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Cheng
Worth every penny!

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.

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david hobie
Absolutely worth the upgrade, A top tier rod!!!

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.

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Phil Piscitello
St. Croix Legend Elite Panfish Rod

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.

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James Correll
Finally got one!

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!

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Scott Freeman
Ridiculously Delightful

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!

C
Cheng
Worth every penny!

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.