After interviewing experts and spending over 80 hours testing spinning rods and reels, we’ve determined that pairing the Ugly Stik GX2 rod with the Daiwa BG spinning reel makes the best all-around fishing outfit without breaking the bank. Why is it called an Ugly Stik? Ugly Stik got its name from the “ugly” appearance of … Read more
The spinning reel is the first Shakespeare® reel designed specifically for ugly stik . The reel is made from glass-filled nylon and features a double-anodized aluminum spool with oversized bail wire for added durability. What is a good reel for the Ugly Stik GX2? After interviewing experts and spending over 80 hours testing spinning rods … Read more
The best thing about an ugly stick is that are cheap and don’t break easily However they lack the sensitivity needed when jigging and jerk baiting when one has to sense that gentle tap or slight increase in weight. A fast action St. Croix with some backbone allows one less time to set the hook … Read more
After interviewing experts and spending over 80 hours testing spinning rods and reels, we’ve determined that pairing the ugly stik gx2 rod with the Daiwa BG spinning reel makes the best all-around fishing outfit without breaking the bank. Which Ugly Stik should I buy? While both the Ugly Stik Elite and GX2 lineups are great … Read more
Which Ugly Stik should I buy? While both the Ugly Stik Elite and GX2 lineups are great fishing rods, the Elite is currently the best Ugly Stik rod Built with a higher percentage of graphite in its composite blank material, it’s significantly lighter without sacrificing any power or durability. Is the Ugly Stik GX2 a … Read more