Ugly Stik6’6” GX2 Spinning Rod, Three Piece Spinning Rod, 6-15lb Line Rating, Medium Rod Power, Moderate Fast Action, 1/8-5/8 oz. Lure Rating

I ended up returning it since I ended up not doing the trip I bought it for, but it was well made and I can see it doing a great job handling a sizable fish.

Exactly what I wanted. I recently purchased this fishing rod to take on a canoe trip to the boundary waters/Quetico with friends. Part of this trip was flying, part driving, and part packing-in and portaging canoes and gear. To my surprise, I managed to get this rod packed inside of my 2-man backpacking tent bag and it traveled effortlessly every step of the way. No one but me would have even known I had a fishing rod with me at any point on this trip other than while I was fishing.When using it, I found that the 6.5 ft length with medium action on this rod was very close to my non-packable rod with the exception that the tip stiffness on this rod is a little more sensitive than my 2-piece rod of the same size and rating. In every respect, it fished quite well and I got the best casts I've ever experienced in my life using this in combination with my Shimano spinning reel, and brand-new Trilene "smooth casting" line in 10lb test. Unbelievable distance, even with light lures, and perfect placement of casts, as well. My buddies were in awe and they're all bigger than me!I landed a lot of good-sized smallmouth bass, a few average Northern pike, and even one 10 pound, 32 inch Northern on this trip without even a shiver, creak, or squeak out of the rod. It felt quite capable of handling everything that came its way. I am sure I never took it anywhere near its limits of strength even though several of these fish bent it in half with the tip down into the water while they went under the canoe.I can't say that I am an avid fisherman but I do have many years of fishing under my belt and I can attest that this rod is excellent in every respect. My packable rod was the only one in our group that didn't take up any headroom in our van on the long trip to the North woods and back. It also portaged effortlessly since it was inside of my backpack in my tent bag. All the other rods we had with us needed to be carried on portages. I only wish my buddies were as focused on the functionality of their gear as I am! Traveling would be so much easier and more comfortable for all of us. For the others who flew in, in addition to their usual luggage, they also had to contend with carrying their rods on airplanes in carrying tubes...and risk losing them. The pack rod just makes so much more sense on every count.For all but those who may be very hard on their gear, it is my opinion (based upon this one trip) that this rod is a winner and would be handy for anyone who fishes. It goes together and comes apart easily, stores neatly and securely into its own carrying tube, and is a perfect solution for all portability needs. All this with little or no noticeable sacrifice in fishing performance (with the possible exception of very hard use and/or extremely large fish). What's not to like? I have already recommended this to several others and will continue to do so.

UGLY STIK....just buy it! They have been the best rod since I was young enough to remember Slaming the rod in the truck door and dad saying, "don't worry it's an UGLY STIK kid"!!! Enough said

I have always used ugly stik and have found that they are one of the most reliable fishing rods I have tried. They might not be the most sensitive but their durability and affordability make it a no brainer for me

Wow I bought this rod for my wife after she told me not to buy her anything to do with fishing for Christmas, that’s female reverse psychology if this is what she tells you she really wants her own rod and reel set up.So anyway I was pretty stoked to see that one of the best rods out there has a gx2 for the lady’s it’s the same gx2 us guys have just with pink accents.I don’t think I need to go into detail on this review for the ugly stik’s reliabilty and performance. Anyone that knows anything about fishing has at least one ugly stik because they out last and out perform rods 4x the cost. If you want more info on the GX2 rod just look at the countless 5 star reviews of the Gx2 here on amazon.But this review is for the lady’s and what they really care about “pink”In my opinion it’s has just enough pink to make it a nice looking rod without looking like some kinda stupid Barbie combo you see at box stores. Hell I might even consider taking it night fishing my self and if anyone says anything I’ll just say it’s for breast cancer awareness.I matched this rod up with a Pfluger president 35x that is just as reliable as the ugly stik itself I have one (blue and gold) that’s held up for over 5yrs and caught everything from 30lb cats to inshore Florida fishing for pompano.This rod and reel are a perfect combo weighing in at a touch over 1 pound. so there you have it your research is already done to get your Wife/girlfriend/daughter into fishing here are the ingredients.1- 6’6” Lady’s Ugly stik ( 6oz )1- ladys Pflueger president 35x ( 10.75oz )1- Pink Godline 10-20lb braided lineMix all items together on Christmas, birthday or one of many other dates they expect you to remember for a instant fishing partner.Good luck guys!

This is your new best travel freshwater plunker or general-purpose saltwater rod. Pairs ABSOLUTELY PERFECTLY with a KastKing Megatron 6000. I'm running 25lb orange mono to 20lb clear mono, and have had no issues. Throws 3oz weights without issue, and I've taken it up to 4oz in faster rivers.

No rod better than ugly stick. 6'6 light rod will reel in a 20lb fish no problem. good luck trying to break it.