Some rods chase trends. Others chase price points. And then there are rods like the St. Croix Premier — built to simply work, day in and day out, across more species, more techniques, and more water than just about anything else out there.
That’s why the Premier has become one of the best-selling rod series in St. Croix’s history. It represents one of the best values in American-crafted fishing rods.
Built for Real-World Fishing
The Premier series wasn’t designed to be flashy. It was designed to be useful.
These are rods meant for anglers who fish for whatever’s biting — walleyes one day, bass the next, maybe pike or panfish mixed in between. From slip bobbers and live bait rigs to jigs, plastics, crankbaits, and spinners, the Premier lineup covers an enormous range of applications without forcing you into a hyper-specialized tool.
Traditional Feel. Proven Performance.
One of the things I really appreciate about the Premier is that it hasn’t abandoned what works.
You still get full cork handles — comfortable, balanced, and familiar in the hand. There’s something to be said for a rod that feels right the moment you pick it up, especially when you’re fishing long days or changing presentations constantly.
The actions are clean and predictable. The blanks are responsive without being overly stiff. You get enough sensitivity to feel bites and bottom composition, but enough forgiveness to keep fish pinned — especially important when fishing live bait, lighter wire hooks, or fighting fish boatside.
American Craftsmanship at a Real Value
This is where the Premier really separates itself.
St. Croix builds these rods with American craftsmanship and quality control, and they do it at a price point that makes sense for everyday anglers. That combination isn’t easy to find anymore.
You’re getting:
- Reliable blanks
- Thoughtful tapers
- Durable components
- Consistent performance rod to rod
And you’re getting it without paying for hype you don’t need.
That’s why so many anglers start with a Premier — and then end up owning several.
One-Piece or Two-Piece — Your Choice
Another underrated strength of the Premier lineup is its flexibility in configuration. Whether you prefer one-piece rods for maximum sensitivity or two-piece rods for travel, storage, and versatility, the Premier series has you covered. That makes it ideal for:
- Truck and boat storage
- Traveling anglers
- Cabin and resort fishing
- Multi-species rod lockers
You can build an entire multispecies arsenal around this series alone.
Who Is the Premier For?
Buy the St. Croix Premier if you:
- Value American-crafted performance
- Want true multispecies versatility
- Prefer traditional full-cork handles
- Need a rod that works across techniques, not just one
- Appreciate exceptional value over gimmicks
It’s not trying to be exotic. It’s trying to be dependable — and that’s exactly why it’s earned its reputation.
The St. Croix Premier is proof that a rod doesn’t need to be complicated to be great.
It’s a rod you can hand to a beginner or trust in a tournament pinch. A rod that fits just as well in a resort rod rack as it does on your home lake. A rod built for anglers who fish a lot — and fish for more than one species.
Sometimes the best rod is the one that keeps putting fish in the boat.
