2007-11-03 18:03:03 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Fishing
In my opinion, for the money they can not be beat. I have the ugly stick tiger rods that I use for deep sea fishing, the tiger lights I use for catfishing and a couple of the white ugly stick catfish poles. I also have some of the ultra light rods for crappie and bream fishing. Now don't get me wrong I have as many high-end poles too but for the money you can't go wrong. I am rough on my equipment and want to spend my money on what I think will last. Shakespere has not let me down.
2007-11-03 18:44:20 · answer #1 · answered by laidbck111 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Ugly Stick
2016-10-02 15:35:51 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are 5'6, I would go with the 7ft rod and look the option available for that lengths. They make a graphite ugly stick that is just a little more than the regular one. If you would like a lighter pole. If the species of fish are large in your river I would consider the 8 footer. Also, you need to consider where are you fishing from. A Bank? A Boat? Are there trees around? You'll need more clearance to swing a longer pole doesen't matter whether it cast further or not. You'll need room to swing that bad boy. It also depends on your physical abilities. Can you swing a 10 foot pole? Example: My father uses 7ft poles, I use a 6ft pole. I can outcast him. The pole doesn't do all of the casting. Line and reel selection also play a big part. The species of fish plays and big part. And the location of where you are fishing from also. I'm not trying to overcrowd you with information. I'm simply trying to give you things to consider before you spend your hard earned money. In the end, the pole needs to be comfortable or you will not enjoy your fishing outings at all. Last, just go fishing and have fun. Tight lines to you.
2016-03-13 22:41:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ugly sticks are pretty damn good for most cases. What makes them more durable is that they are E glass blanks with a mimium of Graphite modulous and usually fitted with Fuji componentry.
They are not the best for a super senstive style of fishing using braid such as Salt Water soft plastics.
I would recommend an IM6 or IM7 High Modulous Graphite rod for that.
The trade off is a broken rod if it hits the side of the boat by accident.
But if I had my choice between say a Shimano, Abu Garcia Penn and a Ugly Stick...
I'll take the Ugly Stick
2007-11-06 08:05:45 · answer #4 · answered by ASE Master 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are a great value, very durable, and built very well. (some of the Shakespeare rods are assembled better than some very high end rods that I won't mention) They also make a wide range of rods for almost any application. Not a sensitive or a finesse rod, but good for what they are.
I used the ugly stick when fishing for trout in hard to get to areas where I would not take my higher end graphite rods. I never had to worry about breaking it when climbing over and around rocks.
2007-11-04 03:18:50 · answer #5 · answered by Bob 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ugly sticks are a very good fishing rod. I have many myself and have never had any problems with them.
2007-11-09 04:41:02 · answer #6 · answered by fishrvr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best bang for the buck. About 40 years ago, Shakespeare rods and reels were top of the line. Then they went downhill. When Shakespeare came out with the Ugly Stick, they regained their status in the market. The rod has a graphite blank, sturdy and dependable. If I'm surf casting, I prefer the 10' rod because its a lot lighter for its size than the 11' rod.
2007-11-04 02:30:34 · answer #7 · answered by mac 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Excellent. I like the ultra-lite. To me durability is more important than anything. I've said it before, with an expensive rod you FEEL the fish bite, with a cheaper one you watch the tip of the rod. If you like spending a lot of money on fragile things, have at 'er!! Otherwise, the ugly stick is all you need and won't break easily.
2007-11-03 23:35:41 · answer #8 · answered by MetalMaster4x4 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I always take at least two rods with me. I own a 5'6" Ugly Stick that I take on all of my fishing trips. It is a 5'6", Heavy action rod, 15-25lb test. When I first got it, I took it on an offshore sea bass trip. Normally you want to use a longer rod because the water is so deep but I wanted to use my Ugly Stick. Oh my goodness, I brought up some of the biggest fish. Having to reel so far took its toll on me but the rod hung in there for me. I plan to put a little heavier test on it and take it with me to MA when I go for cod in December. I also own a Ugly Stick Ultra lite that I use for my trout fishing. Great rods and the price is right!
Love my Ugly Sticks
Debbie
2007-11-04 07:41:34 · answer #9 · answered by vibrnt1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a utilitarian whether it be hunting, home furnishings or fishing equipment. If it is for show it belongs in a museum and not out fishing in the boat with me. I love the ugly sticks for the simple reasons that they are almost indestructible and they are not overly expensive.
I still fish weekly with the first one I bought when I joined the USAF in 1977.
For the money, No. 1 rod around.
2007-11-09 08:04:17 · answer #10 · answered by gunguy58 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋