Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Medium Spinning Rod

Have an Ugly Stik boat rod already, so knew what to expect. Was not disappointed. An extremely sturdy and capable rod. Quite striking looking colour scheme too. Plenty has been written already about this virtually unbreakable rod which represents excellent value for money, so all I will say is believe it! Has a nice action and can cast my most commonly used lures a good distance. I use mine with lures typically in the 20-30 gram category, with an elderly Mitchell fixed spool loaded with 10lb mono line and have caught Bass, Mackerel and Pollack from both boat and whilst coastal rock fishing. Only criticism - it comes without a bag. For a few £’s more, this would be a worthwhile addition. Also, an observation rather than criticism - the reel seat is relatively small and some reels (the foot) may not fit.

Usual high quality. Should last for years if looked after property. No bag. The first Ugly Stick purchased without a bag.

This breaks down into 2 x 3ft sections and is perfect for putting in the back of the van without getting in the way. It's a great all rounder having been used in the sea for bass and on the canal for pike. It casts all sorts of lures of varying weights with minimal effort, with a well balanced reel it's a pleasure to use. I find it has great strength despite its short length yet brilliant sensitivity and with softness to play fish without putting pressure on the terminal tackle. I've had a few occasions where I've been snagged and I've ended up testing the rod strength to the extreme, almost bending double whilst dislodging and rescuing my lures. It's great fun, highly recommended.

Purchased this as a present so it has not been used, the reason for 4 stars is the reel seat, it fits underneath the hand grip which "looks" as if it will cause future problems.

I have sadly lost the second piece of this rod and now I ordered two more to replace it. Awesome rod, I prefer the 6ft one. Very strong and durable I use these rods for everything. My pb carp is only 10lbs but it was caught on this beauty and I know for sure it could handle more than that tiny 10lbs carp. The short 6ft is awesome for pike fishing on the canals with a decent reel and some 15-20lbs braid in case of snags. Very light and comfortable and most of all at an affordable price.

This was my first lure rod, I have caught a bit of everything on it and it handles whatever I try like a champ. Caught everything from roach to sea bass on this thing and I honestly cannot complain.

Well made spinning rod, light, easily used for hours spinning. Rod doesn't come with a bag. Make sure you match it with a small reel as the reel holder is very narrow. I bought the Shakespeare 20FD which seems to be perfectly balanced for this rod.

If you’re buying this to lure fish at your local lake or canal for pike or perch, it’s absolutely bulletproof. It pairs amazing with the Abu Garcia cardinal X reel in the 3000 size which is a solid budget reel. I decided to follow the trend of trying to break one of these things and I had a very very hard time. If you can’t bust it, chances are the fish can’t either. Put your money here it’s worth every penny.