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Product Details
Product Details
Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Rods have been redesigned and infused with enhancements that go beyond cosmetics. These new Ugly Stik GX2 rods deliver improved quality, durability and dependability without compromising the heritage, strength and tradition of the original. The iconic Ugly Stik Clear Tip still delivers extra strength right where you need it and is sensitive to the lightest strike. Cosmetically, the Ugly Stik GX2 balances a modern look with the classic diamond wind above the grip that many consumers loved about the original.
Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Rods feature Ugly Tech Construction with a new blank through reel seat design that combines graphite and fiberglass to create a strong yet sensitive rod with better balance. Ugly Stik GX2 Rods showcase a sleek matte black finish highlighted by red and silver accents giving the rod a more modern look. These rods also feature the Ugly Stik logo etched into the EVA grip to give it a look all its own.
- Ugly Tech Construction
- Ugly Stik Clear Tip design
- Single foot guides
- Better balanced blanks
- New blank thru reel seat design
- Ugly Tuff 1-piece stamped SS guides with no inserts
- EVA Grips with Ugly Stik logo etched into handle
Ratings & Reviews
10 Reviews
9ft GX2, 2 piece rod
by DudrMonGuy -
first time buyer of the GX2. I paired this rod with the Okuma Ceymar 55 It will be used primarily for surf perch fishing on the central coast of Ca. I chose he 9 footer for its ability to cast long or short, this is a personal choice and it has been good to me in the past. Moderate action, a small fish is going to feel like a shark! The rod out of the box had some cosmetic issues, it appeared that they had some dust on the blank when they baked it as the finish is gritty in places. I was also surprised that the guides are rather small. I have a Tiger casting rod and they are similar in dia. It caught enough of my attention I double checked the serial numbers for the spinning rod and it was the correct model. This is a finesse rod at 9ft, its rated up to 20lb mono yet only 3/4 ounce lure. Definitely a fun challenge when casting in the wind. I gave it 4 stars due to finish and guide concerns, I have yet to put it through the paces but feel confident it will hold to 4 stars,fishes etc
Great rods!!
by Catfishzacj -
Best rods I've ever used. I have 7 of them now. They handle anything you can catch with them.
Great Rod - Great Price
by RINWY -
I'm strictly a trout guy - spend 2 months each year fishing in the Yellowstone area. I have tried a lot of different trout rods over the years including the high end big name big dollar rods. In my opinion this $39 Shakespeare has them all beat! The tip is lively even with the smaller fish yet the rod is stout enough to handle the lunkers from Yellowstone Lake. Just a great all around rod, its the only rod I take with me each year, and you cannot beat the price!
Love it
by Paul
Would give it a 5 star rating just for the quality of the eyes.
Love it
by Paul
Would give it a 5 star rating just for the quality of the eyes.