Ugly Stick Lite vs. Ugly Stick Inshore Lite?

Question

What are the differences in these rods. I understand that the "inshore" version is for saltwater. But are there material differences?

Only reason I ask is that I need a two-piece for saltwater, and the "inshore" only comes in one. Thanks.

Answer 1

Hey Brian. Aren't you the guy who is interested in saltwater Kayak fishing?

May I ask why you need a 2 piece? Generally, (in my honest opinion), a one-piece is the way to go. Unless you are backpacking/hiking or flying in on a float plane, think seriously about purchasing a 1 piece. They tend to be more durable and will last longer than a 2 piece by 50%. Esp with any type of saltwater rod!

In any regard, DON'T buy a 2 piece Ugly Stik!
There 1 pieces are great, but there 2 pieces tend to either "stick" ,(and you can't get them apart), or the "ferrules" chip easily. Bob had some good advise about rods to purchase.

If you don't want to go Ugly Stik ,look at the Daiwa "Coastal" series of rods. They start around $65 and are a good bargin at that price-point. You will be hard-pressed to find a good 2 piece "quality", "durable", "inexpensive", inshore rod that is under $60-70.

In other words, try to figure out how to get that 1 piece in your car! (lol)

Off the subject: Didn't you ask about using bait for Kayak fishing?

From experience, I can tell you it's tough! The only bait I might use would be a "hearty" bait like mud-minnows. This means you have to add a bait-bucket to your ever dwindling space on your Kayak! You CAN use bait, but generally, you don't NEED bait! The point of a kayak is you are fishing areas that rarely see an angler!

I do VERY WELL with my Kayak and Berkley products! I do much better in my Kayak than I do in my 16 Ft Lund because I can hit areas that:

A. Don't have a ramp or "big-boat" access.
B. Enter shallow-water creeks that a bigger boat can't.
C. Able to fish "No-motor" zones.

Kayak/canoe fishing is a "gold-mine"! Shhhhhh!
Don't tell! (lol)

Hope this helps? If you have anymore Q ask and I will see it here! Good luck!

Answer 2

I looked it up on the Shakespeare Web Site. The only 2 piece that might work for you would be the 1166 & 1170 2M if you are not planning on fishing over 15# line. These are spinning rods, and there is nothing offered in the Lite series in a casting rod that could crossover. The rod blanks are basically the same, as are the guides and tip. The grips and reel seat are different, with the Lite being shorter and the seat is multi piece. The Inshore has a longer cork grip and a 1 piece reel seat. Sorry couldn't be more help.

Take a look at some of the other rods that they offer, possibly a Tiger rod. Those come in 2 piece and may fit your needs.

Edit: Checking my Answers tonight I read Stop_Makin_ Cents response and that gave me more information. If you are Kayaking you most likely don't want over a 61/2 to 7' rod, and if transportation of the rod is the reason for wanting a 2 Piece you may have other options. Most Kayakers I know, car top their boats, so you may already have the perfect way to transport your rods on top of your vehicle. If you can get a one piece over a two piece, you are much better off, and will have many more rods to choose from. Just a couple of extra thought that I hope will help.

Answer 3

So why do you want an Ugly Stik, is it on sale? It's not a great rod and it's not good to catch bluegill. You'll have better luck with an ultra light for bait fish. Any medium- mh will be fine to handle a 20# cat. I like more sesensitive poles. Be sure your reel has strong line on it.