I'm new to this website so bare with me.  I mention brand names I prefer below so if that is in violation of the marketing policy, I apologize.  I have a setup that I'm trying to determine whether or not can be used for both trout and smallies.  I have a Pflueger President 6930 on a 6'6" Ugly Stik crappie rod with 6lb Spiderwire Stealth braid line.  I can't recall off the top of my head if the rod is Light or Medium Light.  Though I don't think the rod is ideal for crappie, I have used the setup multiple times for trout and it is perfect.  I'm wanting to take it out for smallies in the river near my house but haven't made it out yet.  Does this setup seem to be ideal for it, or should I go with a heavier/larger setup for smallies?  I'm not completely new to fishing, but I've never got into the specifics of my tackle and been really picky about what reel/rod/line I used.  I always more or less just guessed.  I have always been faithful to Ugly Stik rods though because they are durable, dependable and affordable for me so that is what I stuck with.  Any advice would be appreciated.  Thanks in advance.

It depends on the river and fish. A 3# river smallie you could have your hands full. 12" 1lb creek/ small river fish would be fun. All you can do is try it and see for yourself. 

Welcome to the site. In terms of your rod, it sounds like it will work fine. Some of the same lures you use for trout also work for smallies: inline spinners, twister tails, floating Rapalas, etc. If the pools are deep or the current is strong you might need to go with a Med power rod and more weighted lures but as mentioned, try it out and see. Don't worry about what brand your tackle is, just put a lure in front of a hungry smallie and they will smash it!

If it is anything like the Ugly Sticks I used to use for saltwater fishing, I don't think even a 3lb smallie could break it.  My only fear with your setup would be hooking into a big one and not having the power to land it.  6lb braid is going to slice you like a knife if you try to pull it with a big fish on, so make sure you have a rag/hanky/whatever handy if you have to handline a fish in. 

Medium light moderate action rods make better trout rods with light weight 1/32 to 1/8 oz lures,  they cast easier. Most bass lures tend to be heavier and faster action ML bass rod using you reel and line would work a little better. Try what you have and see how works.

Tom

Your rod will work great. try an inline spinner in silver and gold. Might want to upgrade don the road. 25 size reel, 10lb braid leader 7'ml rod 

At some point in time you may want to try another brand with a bit more sensitivity.

7' ML is something I would recommend.  There are many options at every pricing point.

You might find this thread interesting:

 

Ml rod with 6lb test is more than enough for smallies in most situations. Only time I would consider heavier is in heavy current with rocky cover.