Ugly Stick 2024
doug deike reply :
I'm trying to find a good rod & reel, I think i'm gonna go with the Shimano Sahara 2500 FD spinning reel, now I need a good rod..I always hear good things about the ugly stick, not sure what size to get though, whats with the different sizes?
Stasher1 reply :
I think it really depends on what lures you intend to use. Ugly Sticks make decent crankbait rods and they're great for catfish and panfish, but they lack the sensitivity for most bass fishing techniques.
If you tell us your price range I'm sure quite you'll get a ton of recommendations for suitable alternatives. 
aumdb487 reply :
Ugly stick are very heavy and have a lot of bend in them. I have changed out my ugly sticks for Veritas. much lighter and more sensitive.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Here at Cabelas thier clearance deal $130 rod for $30 I know nothing about it but check it out at least see what you think.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Bargain-Cave/Fishing/Rods%7C/pc/105591780/c/105740280/sc/105742080/Camo-Stix-Casting-Rods/1228643.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse%2Fbargain-cave-fishing-rods%2F_%2FN-1102769%2B4294771412%2FNe-4294771412%2FNs-CATEGORY_SEQ_105742080%3FWTz_l%3DSEO%253Bcat105591780%253Bcat105740280%26WTz_st%3DGuidedNav%26WTz_stype%3DGNU&WTz_l=SEO%3Bcat105591780%3Bcat105740280%3Bcat105742080
Hmm well I did quick search and they got BEST IN SHOW at ICAST 2009 for what thats worth.
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewicast09usacustomrods.html
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Im SORRY those are casting 
Im taking a shot at one though just ordered.
dulouz reply :
I got rid of my ugly sticks because they were too flimsy at the tips.
MrsTomustang reply :
Doug,
Many of us have moved away from rods associated with an average weekend summer fisherman, toward the equipment associated with avid sport anglers. With that said, the Ugly Stik is a work horse and not a bad selection for many people.
Unless you take a saw to it, it is nearly indestructible and will last for years of fishing.
As to your question on sizes, I believe what you may be seeing is the spinning reel size matched with a particular ugly stik rod. Rods are denoted by length, power and action, as well as number of 'pieces'.
So depending on the type of fish you'll be looking to catch, you can gauge the rod by looking at the ugly stik combo sizes generally as follow and then figuring out what rod is matched to it....
For small panfish like crappie and blue gill, smaller spinning reels such as an 05- or 10- size
For larger species such as largemouth bass, walleye and striped bass (fresh and salt), 20- to 50-size
Inshore saltwater fishermen may use 20 - 40-size
offshore 50- 80-size range.
Tell us your budget and what kinds of lures/bait you will be using and you'll get better advice.
The Shimano Sahara is a decent reel. We have had a couple in the past.
deep reply :
You know, if you're dropping 80 bucks on that reel, you could consider spending a similar amount for the rod. Or divide the budget more equally. Good spinning reels are usually cheaper than good baitcasters. JM 2c.
If you're set on the price range for the rod, instead of that ugly stick, you could check out the abu garcia cardinals that Walmart sells. I broke the first one- a medium light power- within a couple of weeks, but the replacement has lasted for the last year and a half and still going strong. And that's while swinging in 3 pounders.
tomustang reply :
You mean conolons?
Berkeley light rods also anther option in the price range.
Also, if your looking at ugly sticks, look at the Lite Pro, they are slimmer and lighter
deep reply :
On 12/5/2011 at 10:00 AM, Tom D. said:You mean conolons?
Nope. Cardinal. Works fine with braided line too, as you can see...
tomustang reply :
We don't those at our wallys, just the conolons
SirSnookalot reply :
I have an ugly stick you can have for free ( if you here in Florida to pick up it, lol ) I wouldn't use one for freshwater fishing unless I was soaking bait for catfish or carp. I know there are better choices for a spinning rod that size in the price range. That's a good bass sized reel, not that larger fish can't be caught with it but I would match the rod to the reel like a med 8/17 rod, assuming it's primary use will be for bass. If I were targeting fish like pike or lake trout I'd fish with a 4000 reel and mh 10/20 rod.
As mentioned above Ugly Sticks are real popular in saltwater I may see more of them than any other rod ( Penn reel ), 30lb line rating for inshore, and heavier for offshore.
Grey Wolf reply :
Ugly stik ? Anything but AN UGLY STIK !!!!!!!!!!! Sorry but if you are a serious bass fisherman you just don't use an ugly stick.
Now if you're a serious catman that's another story.
If you want a cheapie rod buy a berkley lightning rod for the same price , it's more suitable for bass. 
doug deike reply :
Wow! I didn't realize buying a rod & reel was so complicated. i'm not a pro or any thing.. We mostly catch smallmouth, but occasionally get a Steelhead or Lake Trout, maybe $80 price range for rod & same for reel. I was thinking of going to Dick's sporting goods or Walmart. should I go with a combo or not, If so what would be a good combo??
northern basser reply :
What length and power are you looking for? I have numerous nice spinning rods that don't get used much because I mainly use baitcasters. Let me know. I can set you up with a way nicer rod than the ones mentioned for the same price.
WanderLust reply :
Ugly Stick lite was my favorite rod for a while... Now I just use it for cranking or a lend a friend rod.
Shimano Compre on sale or lightly used is a great rod for the money.
Hyrule Bass reply :
On 12/5/2011 at 10:12 PM, doug deike said:Wow! I didn't realize buying a rod & reel was so complicated. i'm not a pro or any thing.. We mostly catch smallmouth, but occasionally get a Steelhead or Lake Trout, maybe $80 price range for rod & same for reel. I was thinking of going to Dick's sporting goods or Walmart. should I go with a combo or not, If so what would be a good combo??
its not complicated, and ugly stiks are just fine. theyre plenty enough sensitive and theyre strong and durable. a lot of people here dont think they can catch fish without a $150 rod and $200 reel. I have 3 ugly stiks(regular one, catfish version, and lite-pro, all spinning rods) and i infact happen to love shakespeare rods in general. the regular ugly stik i have is 7ft M spinning paired with an abu garcia cardinal 104. i use it for everything basically. i fish plastics with it, cranks, jigs, top water, drop shot, spinnerbaits, and even rig it up for bottom fishing for catfish. the catfish version is an 8ft MH and i rarely fish anything artificial on it unless im going for stripers, but i will use it mainly for a heavy carolina rig with live bait for catfish and whatever else wants to bite, its paired with a penn captiva cv2 6000. My lite--pro ugly stik is a 5'6" L rod paired with a pflueger trion gx-7. i bought it to go trout fishing, which i was skunked at, but i use for a few other things. its great for throwing lightweight lures and weightless plastics. i had a blast a few times throwing a rebel tad fry catching blue gills and other pan fish. its also just fun to catch some nice bass on a light rod. i also love to use it for fishing with minnows under a bobber in shallow water around docks and other cover.
if you want the ugly stik, go for it. im happy with mine and see no reason to spend a ton of money on a rod. pretty versatile rods if you ask me. because of my regular ugly stik, i see no reason for me to go spend $100 or more on a rod that really has no major differences from an ugly stik. i wouldnt worry about sensitivity either, the main people that bring that up are also the ones who think they can tell a huge difference between a reel weighing a half a gram lighter or heavier than another reel.
doug deike reply :
Thanks! what is the difference in length of a rod?
SirSnookalot reply :
A longer rod generally will cast a little further. I think the longer rod will have more backbone to it.
Shorter rods are easier to cast fishing in tight spots, like overhanging trees, some prefer a shorter rod for working a top lure.
Ratherbfishing reply :
In the deep southern states, they use ugly sticks to fend off aligators, don't they?
Ugly sticks are heavy and not particularly senstive. But if you're on a tight budget, in the market for something that will last, will be using it for crankbaits, and don't mind the extra weight, why not? If you want something to "grow into", however, I don't recommend them.
deep reply :
On 12/5/2011 at 11:56 PM, Red Earth said:i see no reason for me to go spend $100 or more on a rod that really has no major differences from an ugly stik.
I'm really happy that you're happy with your ugly stiks, but that's a pretty big statement. I can't drop 300 bucks on a Loomis, but saying that there's no major difference between a Loomis and a Dobyns Savvy is unjustified.
MrsTomustang reply :
Doug,
It can get over complicated if you let it. You can fish with a stick and line if you want, it all depends on what YOU want.
As for all our 'opinions', they are just that. My best advice is to search the internet and read a few articles on the questions you have. There are thousands of unbiased educational and informative articles out there many of them on this site will give you exceptional informational facts. By taking the time to become an informed consumer, you can decide what you think will work within your price range.
I've personally started with a Zebco 33 on a Zebco sling shot rod in pink and kept upgrading to where I am now. Trial and error will be necessary to find your comfort combo.
http://www.bassresource.com/fish/Fishing-Rods.html[/url
http://www.bassresource.com/beginner/bass_fishing_rods.html
Good luck to you, Sir.
Jenn
roadwarrior reply :
Hmm...
Ugly Sticks: Not for bass fishermen that want to advance their game.
Save your money and buy a rod and reel from our Flea Market. The rod,
for around $100, might be an Avid AVC68MXF. The matching reel is a Citica.
Spinning reel, Symetre. The rod might be an Avid AVS66MLF.
There are lots of options, but I don't consider the Ugly Stick one of them.
dodgeguy reply :
On 12/6/2011 at 9:46 AM, roadwarrior said:Hmm...
Ugly Sticks: Not for bass fishermen that want to advance their game.
Save your money and buy a rod and reel from our Flea Market. The rod,
for around $100, might be an Avid AVC68MXF. The matching reel is a Citica.
Spinning reel, Symetre. The rod might be an Avid AVS66MLF.
There are lots of options, but I don't consider the Ugly Stick one of them.
absolutely 100% agree with roadwarrior.
ChrisAW reply :
On 12/5/2011 at 11:56 PM, Red Earth said:if you want the ugly stik, go for it. im happy with mine and see no reason to spend a ton of money on a rod. pretty versatile rods if you ask me. because of my regular ugly stik, i see no reason for me to go spend $100 or more on a rod that really has no major differences from an ugly stik. i wouldnt worry about sensitivity either, the main people that bring that up are also the ones who think they can tell a huge difference between a reel weighing a half a gram lighter or heavier than another reel.
I don't mean to sound like a jerk or anything, but I and many others can tell you you're very wrong. If you've never used anything besides an Ugly Stick, you really don't know what you're missing.. literally.
I had an uglystick at one point, like many others. And after upgrading to a decent graphite rod, I threw it that uglystick into the deepest, darkest part of my barn to never see the light of day again. You don't have to spend much more over the cost of an uglystick to get a rod that is MUCH better. They are old technology, and the only reason I'd ever use one is for heavy duty fishing, or as a childs first combo, so I know it won't get broken.
jignfule reply :
You can catch plenty of fish with an Ugly Stick, but for me I am convinced that I catch more using better equipment and I am 100% certain that I ENJOY fishing much more using higher grade tools. Higher sensitivity, the lighter weight, and the smoothness of well built rods & reels makes my trips more enjoyable and fun.
Grey Wolf reply :
Anyone who compares an ugly stick with a 100.00 rod has not a clue. 
LgMouthGambler reply :
Ugly sticks are just that, Bass fishing aint pretty with them. Durable as hell, but no sensation. For $20 more you can get waaaaaay better. Expect at least $60 for a great all around rod. P.S. stay out of Walmart
Hyrule Bass reply :
ive used higher priced rods of some friends, ive held them in stores, ive read about them online...for me its just not worth it to buy a high dollar rod. my ugly stiks and other shakespeare rods have served me well for all applications. i dont need an over-priced rod to feel good about my fishing. some of you can say im wrong, but my opinion is simply how i feel. you cannot convince me theres such major differences in rods that one is worth hundreds of dollars more than another. and there are very few things that i buy that i'll just be paying for the name on the side of it...
Hyrule Bass reply :
On 12/7/2011 at 1:53 AM, LgMouthGambler said:Ugly sticks are just that, Bass fishing aint pretty with them. Durable as hell, but no sensation. For $20 more you can get waaaaaay better. Expect at least $60 for a great all around rod. P.S. stay out of Walmart
i do just fine bass fishing with them.
LgMouthGambler reply :
You obviously are a rec. bass fisher. I fish to live and live to fish. Also do tournaments. I agree they are a good rod, but not for the avid angler. Flip anf cast a crappy rod and reel 500 times in 1 days tourney and try and tell me there is no difference. Also, if you go to Bass Pro, you can get a great rod and reel combo for under $100. I wait for sales for good buys. Most of my rods are Berkley Lightning Shock for my 65# Spiderwire, $50, only about $20 more than an Ugly, way less than $100 compeditors, superior to most. Im with you on the fact that $100 is rediculous, but trust me when I say there is a difference.
JIGFISHERMAN. reply :
Find a shop that has Ugly Stiks, AND others....A BPS Outdoor World for example.
Check them out for yourself.
This will make you more able to make a decision that YOU are comfortable with.
If I were in your situation I would be watching the Flea Market, or BPS clearance sales this spring.
You will get much more rod for your money.
Hell I'm not afraid to admit being married, and especially now, being a student, I've put rods in layaway. Never spent more than $200 on a rod that wasn't on layaway.
The wife doesn't notice that spread out, but over $200 for a rod in one hit, and I'm going to hear about it.
jignfule reply :
On 12/7/2011 at 2:27 AM, Red Earth said:ive used higher priced rods of some friends, ive held them in stores, ive read about them online...for me its just not worth it to buy a high dollar rod. my ugly stiks and other shakespeare rods have served me well for all applications. i dont need an over-priced rod to feel good about my fishing. some of you can say im wrong, but my opinion is simply how i feel. you cannot convince me theres such major differences in rods that one is worth hundreds of dollars more than another. and there are very few things that i buy that i'll just be paying for the name on the side of it...
I,m glad you enjoy your ugly sticks. "over-priced rod" is an interesting term. To many a G. Loomis NRX at $500 is not "over-priced" and they would gladly pay $100 more for the NRX over a GLX. Also borrowing a rod, holding one in a store, or reading about them on-line, is not the same as fishing with one on a consistent bases, in different conditions and situations. For you there is no major difference in rods justifying hundreds of dollars, I can appreciate that. For many there is no major difference between a $50,000 stereo system and an I-pod, that is fine also. My Dodge suits me as fine as my neighbors Lexus suits him.
That being said, if you ever have a chance to fish with a Steez, a NRX or a GLX and fish with them long enough, you may begin to appreciate their quality and benefits that many are more that willing to pay for. Still they may not be worth the extra $$$$ to you. People don't buy high end gear to "feel good about fishing" they buy it to have an even more enjoyable experience.
J Francho reply :
I caught a lot of fish on my Ugly Stik. Had it from when I was around 13 or 14 until my late teens. Served me well. The Ugly Stiks I've picked up in the store feel just like rod I had so long ago. Amazing how advanced other companies' tackle is compared to it after 25 years.
McAlpine reply :
Doug, the suggestion above on the Berkley lightning rod is a really good one if you are perhaps a more casual angler than some of the guys that frequent this site. You'll have to understand there are many tournament anglers here. Anyway, I have some Lightning Rods' that I have had for years and even though I have moved on to a different type of equipment they are still some of my favorite rods for throwing light tackle and unweighted flukes. For the average weekend bass fisherman they are very good at an excellent price point. They are commonly found at Walmart or Dicks and can be found in an IM-6, IM-7 or IM-8 blank. The difference is that as you go up in IM number you should be getting a higher quality, higher modulus blank. However; you cannot compare company A's IM-X to company B's IM-X because there is no standard. Just play with them and see what you like.
Now, if you are willing to spend $100, $200...$400...on a rod then I bet you can get some great opinions... ;-)
good luck!
J Francho reply :
$40 for an All Star Select when on sale at DSG would be a FAR BETTER rod than an Ugly Stik.
Ima Bass Ninja reply :
If the ugly stik is in your price range now and gets you out fishing then go ahead and get it. Once you are ready to upgrade to better equipment then hand it off to someone else (possibly a child) who is just learning to fish and let them get into fishing.
BradH reply :
This is my favorite time of year to buy rods/reels/tackle. With the off season deals you should be able to find a more sensitive, lighter rod for the same money. If you want one go for it. It will work.
Hyrule Bass reply :
ok look, its like this. im not trying to put down or insult anyone who spends hundreds on a rod. im not saying ugly stiks are the best rods out there either. i dont want there to be any confusion there. but ugly stiks arent complete garbage as some would have you believe without directly saying so. i can do the same things and maybe more with my ugly stick that people do with a high dollar rod. i just cant justify it to myself to put out that kind of money for a rod. i was looking for rods in the $100 range before, just couldnt pull the trigger in the end. id much rather put that money into a nice spinning reel or a round baitcaster or lures. i can detect subtle bites with all my shakespeare rods and feel the bottom contour too, i myself have no need to spend significantly more on rods just for sensitivity or because it may be lighter in weight or made from a certain material. some of you say the ugly stik hasnt really changed in many years and is outdated, i say its stood the test of time...
JIGFISHERMAN. reply :
On 12/7/2011 at 11:51 PM, Red Earth said:ok look, its like this. im not trying to put down or insult anyone who spends hundreds on a rod. im not saying ugly stiks are the best rods out there either. i dont want there to be any confusion there. but ugly stiks arent complete garbage as some would have you believe without directly saying so. i can do the same things and maybe more with my ugly stick that people do with a high dollar rod. i just cant justify it to myself to put out that kind of money for a rod. i was looking for rods in the $100 range before, just couldnt pull the trigger in the end. id much rather put that money into a nice spinning reel or a round baitcaster or lures. i can detect subtle bites with all my shakespeare rods and feel the bottom contour too, i myself have no need to spend significantly more on rods just for sensitivity or because it may be lighter in weight or made from a certain material. some of you say the ugly stik hasnt really changed in many years and is outdated, i say its stood the test of time...
I guess the sensitivity can depend on how you fish with the rod....My brother holds all his rods/reels so he is holding the line at the same time. At all times.
Personally, I find it uncomfortable, but that is an instance where sensitivity isn't as important.
loodkop reply :
Comparing an ugly stik to a NRX is like comparing a small family saloon to a sportscar. Both will get you to the water. Just because my budget is limited to a family car doesn't mean I can't admit the Porsche performs better.
deep reply :
On 12/8/2011 at 12:03 AM, JIGFISHERMAN. said:I guess the sensitivity can depend on how you fish with the rod....My brother holds all his rods/reels so he is holding the line at the same time. At all times.
Personally, I find it uncomfortable, but that is an instance where sensitivity isn't as important.
I seen people do that too, with finesse spinning rigs especially. It's uncomfortable as heck! I prefer a spinning rod without a foregrip, so that I can rest my index finger on the blank. Works pretty well for me, along with line-watching (braid). I've seen bites I didn't feel, and I've felt bites I didn't see.
I guess I must have missed some bites I didn't either see or feel though 
grimlin reply :
Regardless of what everybody is saying,nothing is wrong with an ugly stick. My buddy has a very limited cash spending and all he pretty much fish with is an ugly stick. He does no worst or better than I do who uses a $150 rod.
Yes there are better rods out there.Nobody will deny that,but ugly sticks are not going out of business anytime soon.A lot of people like ugly sticks.My buddy loves his,regardless how much I talk about other rods to him.He just won't hear of it. Matter of fact once in awhile he gives me a hard time about all the money I spend on my set ups. LOL
He can give me a whipping when he is using crankbaits or jerkbaits. It's hard to beat a ugly stick in that price range for that technique.He loves that soft tip it has.
K_Mac reply :
As any cursory reading of my posts will show, I am not one of those guys who thinks I have to have the best to effectively catch fish. My reels are BPS and Pflueger primarily, and not one of them cost $100. My rods are are almost all BPS house brands, with a couple of exceptions.
As a kid I learned on a Zebco 202 and a cheap fiberglass rod. In my mid twenties I returned to fishing and began to concentrate on bass. I once again bought entry level gear, but in baitcast and spinning combos. I fished for a few years with this tackle and learned much about catching bass. When I lost my brother (my fishing partner) to an accident I lost my passion for fishing, and stayed away from it for a few years. When I returned to fishing I knew my old tackle was worn and needed to be replaced, and wanted to buy new gear without breaking the bank. Since even the lower level new gear was so much better than my old stuff that is what I bought.
When I found this site and started asking questions about tackle and reading the posts it became clear to me that many on this board recommended tackle that cost far more than I was willing to spend. I was offended by the notion that I needed to $100 or more on a rod or reel when when my $50 Extremes were just as good. What I have come to know after a few more years of serious bass fishing is that while I still use my Extremes they don't make me as happy as my other combos.
Quotei can detect subtle bites with all my shakespeare rods and feel the bottom contour too, i myself have no need to spend significantly more on rods just for sensitivity or because it may be lighter in weight or made from a certain material. some of you say the ugly stik hasnt really changed in many years and is outdated, i say its stood the test of time...
Red Earth I understand your point. You don't need high end tackle to catch fish. When it comes to rods though, there is a real difference in an Ugly Stick and the newer rods. The Ugly Stick has stood the test of time because it is nearly indestructible and serves its purpose. The newer rods are far lighter, better balanced, and more sensitive even at the lower end. An ugly stick will limit your ability to feel subtle bites. As has been said, there are many better options available IMHO.
J Francho reply :
QuoteI'm trying to find a good rod & reel, I think i'm gonna go with the Shimano Sahara 2500 FD spinning reel, now I need a good rod..I always hear good things about the ugly stick, not sure what size to get though, whats with the different sizes?
Any 7' medium power/fast spinning rod in your price range will match up nicely with that reel.
Drop Shot Maniac reply :
K-Mac – very well said. There's nothing "wrong" with an Ugly Stik. It will work and it will catch fish. But like any other material object there is always a better option if you are willing to spend the dough. Now, some would argue that there are much better options in the same price range as the Ugly Stik, Maybe so, but I can pretty much guarantee one of those rods wouldn't last me more than a few months before I broke it. The Ugly Stik's real appeal, in my opinion, is it's durability. It will last you a long time, it will catch fish and it's cheap. That's a pretty appealing combo, and the reason why the rod has been so successful for so many years. I used one last summer when staying at a friend's lake house (I wasn't able to bring my own gear) and I caught 10 pretty decent bass over two days, just fishing a couple of hours. And I was drop-shotting. So don't tell me you can't catch bass with an Ugly Stik, and don't tell me you can't sense strikes. You most definitely can. I wouldn't trade it for my St. Croix, but it darn sure worked. I can understand a preference for a higher quality rod, but I don't see any need to rip on a product that has been as overtly successful as the Ugly Stik, or to be critical of Red Earth just because the Ugly Stik is what he loves and clearly prefers to use.
ChrisAW reply :
Its not about spending $150, there are MUCH better rods in the same price range as the Ugly Sticks. Berkleys Lightning rods, or Shock Rods, H20 Ethos, Abu Garcia Vengeance (On sale for 29.99 at my GM store) Shimano Convergence.. Not to mention Bass Pro's, Gander Mountain, and Cabela's house rods.
About 25% of the people that I fished the local tournaments with this year were fishing with Gander's rods, including myself (Half of mine are GM's), and I was the only one out there with the ones that were ranging $100+. One of those guys repeatedly won this year using ONLY GM's Guide Series rods, $59.99 and on sale many times throughout the year for even less.
I don't see how people keep bringing up $100+ rods when there are better choices for the same price, or less if you're in to buy at the right time.
Hyrule Bass reply :
On 12/8/2011 at 4:14 AM, K_Mac said:Red Earth I understand your point. You don't need high end tackle to catch fish. When it comes to rods though, there is a real difference in an Ugly Stick and the newer rods. The Ugly Stick has stood the test of time because it is nearly indestructible and serves its purpose. The newer rods are far lighter, better balanced, and more sensitive even at the lower end. An ugly stick will limit your ability to feel subtle bites. As has been said, there are many better options available IMHO.
how much lighter? i have no problems handling my ugly stik/abu garcia cardinal 104 combo all day. minimal amount of weight differences is not a factor at all for me.
balance? no problems here, feels fine to me.
sensitivity? my ugly stik is plenty sensitive, of course i already explained that.
explained the subtlety too. i feel bites just fine, even the soft ones.
as i said earlier, im not saying ugly stiks are the best, im sure there are better rods. but i love the versatility of them, the price of them, and they do the same if not more than a high dollar rod. i can comfortably and just as effectively do with an ugly stick what many people have 5 separate rods for...
On 12/8/2011 at 5:25 AM, Drop Shot Maniac said:K-Mac – very well said. There's nothing "wrong" with an Ugly Stik. It will work and it will catch fish. But like any other material object there is always a better option if you are willing to spend the dough. Now, some would argue that there are much better options in the same price range as the Ugly Stik, Maybe so, but I can pretty much guarantee one of those rods wouldn't last me more than a few months before I broke it. The Ugly Stik's real appeal, in my opinion, is it's durability. It will last you a long time, it will catch fish and it's cheap. That's a pretty appealing combo, and the reason why the rod has been so successful for so many years. I used one last summer when staying at a friend's lake house (I wasn't able to bring my own gear) and I caught 10 pretty decent bass over two days, just fishing a couple of hours. And I was drop-shotting. So don't tell me you can't catch bass with an Ugly Stik, and don't tell me you can't sense strikes. You most definitely can. I wouldn't trade it for my St. Croix, but it darn sure worked. I can understand a preference for a higher quality rod, but I don't see any need to rip on a product that has been as overtly successful as the Ugly Stik, or to be critical of Red Earth just because the Ugly Stik is what he loves and clearly prefers to use.
well said yourself. and for the record, my 7ft M ugly stik has been an excellent for me when i drop shot with it
J Francho reply :
OK guys, four pages is enough. Unless you can offer new advice to the original poster, move on.
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