Lew's Crappie Thunder Telescopic Rod
- Length: 12 feet
- Size: 12-foot
- Special: Light
- Line Weight: 2-8 lb
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A purpose-built 12 foot light-power crappie rod, best suited to long-line and spider-rig setups rather than everyday casting.
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ASIN: B0B6KBCKRYModel: CT12TLCategory: Fishing Rods
Overview
The Lew's CT12TL is a 12 foot fiberglass casting rod from the Crappie Thunder series, rated light power for 2 to 8 pound line and built specifically for crappie.
At 12 feet, this rod is sized for long-line trolling or spider-rigging rather than close-quarters casting, a niche crappie anglers specifically shop for. The Crappie Thunder Green finish and light power rating point to a rod built around finesse presentations, not a general-purpose casting stick. Fiberglass construction favors durability and a forgiving bend over the stiffness of graphite.
- 12 foot fiberglass casting rod
- Light power, 2-8 lb line rating
- Built for crappie, Crappie Thunder Green finish
- 8.72 ounce blank weight
Who it's for
Crappie anglers running multiple lines off the front of a boat, or anyone fishing light jigs at distance. Not a fit for casters who want a shorter, stiffer rod for flipping heavier cover.
Pros and cons
- 12 foot length suits long-line and spider rigs
- Light power matches light crappie tackle
- Fiberglass blank flexes to protect light line
- Casting-only, not built as a spinning rod
- Length makes it unwieldy for close-quarters casting
- Rod action, fast or moderate, is not specified
Performance notes
The light power rating paired with a 2 to 8 pound line range keeps the rod sensitive to light bites, which matters most at the long distances a 12 foot blank is designed to cover. Fiberglass adds a forgiving flex that helps absorb a crappie's soft take without pulling the hook.
Specifications
| Brand | Lew's |
|---|---|
| Model | CT12TL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Length | 12 feethigher than 97% of 31 fishing rods |
| Size | 12-foot |
| Line Weight | 2-8 lblower than 87% of 32 fishing rods |
| Item Weight | 0.55 poundshigher than 57% of 29 fishing rods |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Fiberglass |
| Color | Crappie Thunder Green |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Special | Light |
| Technique | Casting |
| Target Species | Crappie |
Closest rivals on specs
LITTMA Wild Streams Ultralight Trout Rod- Item Weight 0.55 vs 0.4 pounds (+38%)
- Line Weight 2 vs 6 lb (-67%)
Sougayilang Carbon and Glass Composite Fishing Rod- Item Weight 0.55 vs 0.24 pounds (+129%)
- Line Weight 2 vs 6 lb (-67%)
Sougayilang 4-Piece Graphite Fly Rod- Item Weight 0.55 vs 0.33 pounds (+67%)
- Length 12 vs 9 feet (+33%)
Frequently asked questions
What line weight does the Lew's CT12TL handle?
It is rated for 2 to 8 pound line.
Is this a casting or spinning rod?
It is a casting rod.
What length is the CT12TL?
12 feet.