Ugly Stik Fly Rods – Pure Fishing®. Who makes ugly stick fishing rods ? Ugly Stik is a subsidiary company of Shakespeare , a fishing equipment retail company. Ugly Stik is best known for its fishing rods. How much weight can a Ugly Stik hold? Line Weight: 8-20 lbs Lure Weight: 1/4-3/4 oz. Guides: 5+T. … Read more
A short (6 feet or less) rod is ideal if you want to make short, accurate casts. When pinpoint accuracy is less critical , a long rod (over 7 feet) is the way to go. Dingy or dirty water and heavy cover are two situations where short-range accuracy is part of the recipe for success, … Read more
A good crankbait rod should have a relatively slow action In other words, the rod should start to bend down about half way down when moderate pressure is applied to the top section. Fast action means that just the top third will bend with the same pressure. What are cranking rods good for? Q: What … Read more
In this piece, I’m going to discuss the subject “What Is The Best Reel For Trout Fishing?,” and I’m going to do my best to include as much relevant information as I can. What reel size is best for trout? The best spinning reel for trout should is usually a size 10 to 20 but … Read more
A 3000 size spinning reel is more suitable for medium sized fish (such as bass or pike), due to being lighter in weight, while a 4000 is better for bigger fish (such as muskie), or for saltwater fishing. What is the difference between a 2500 and 3000 spinning reel? The only difference between the 2500 … Read more
There are a few good reels on the market that meet these criteria, but for my money, the Abu Garcia Revo STX Spinning Reel fits the bill perfectly For its price (around $200) it’s got features and performance of much pricier reels. Are Abu Garcia combos good? Abu Garcia’s Jordan Lee Low Profile combo is … Read more
So even when it comes to high speed baitcasters, abu garcia is once again best in class Its unheard-of high speed retrieval speed of 41 inches per turn of the handle comes with buttery smooth action, powered by the 10 plus one ball bearings, which definitely puts this reel at the high end of Abu … Read more
Does PENN make good fishing rods ? With their forgiving bend and steady-as-she-goes no-slip grip, the PENN® line of Spinning Rods are an example of manufacturing excellence when it comes to producing a high-end affordable rod with no compromises – they are simply the best value rods on the market today. What are old bamboo … Read more
A short (6 feet or less) rod is ideal if you want to make short, accurate casts When pinpoint accuracy is less critical, a long rod (over 7 feet) is the way to go. Dingy or dirty water and heavy cover are two situations where short-range accuracy is part of the recipe for success, and … Read more