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Too many anglers come unprepared for their big chance. With the Shakespeare Ugly Stik® Bigwater Spinning Combo, you'll be ready for your shot at glory at all times. This is famous Ugly Stik toughness and dependability for the trophy environment, made to outlast big fish and tough conditions. Backed by a manufacturer's 7 year warranty.
Shakespeare's Bigwater Spinning Reel is as durable as they come, with a full graphite body, quality aluminum spool, 2-bearing system with one-way clutch instant anti-reverse, and an oversized handle knob for maximum leverage in the heat of battle.
The Shakespeare Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Rod combines Ugly Tech™ construction, the ultimate combination of graphite and glass, with Clear Tip® design to ensure you'll have the sensitivity needed to employ any technique, without sacrificing on Ugly Stik's legendary strength. This powerful blank comes fitted with Ugly Tuff™ 1-piece double-footed stainless steel guides – trouble-free performance with maximum durability. Resilient EVA grips for all-day comfort.
Reel features:
Full graphite body
Aluminum spool
2-bearing system
Instant anti-reverse
Oversized handle knob
Rod features:
Ugly Tech graphite and glass construction
Sensitive, yet very strong
Clear Tip design for extra power
Ugly Tuff stainless steel guides
EVA grips
Web ID: 183154
Rated 3 out of
5 by
slkj8 from
A Bit DissapointedI purchased the 6'-6", 2-piece, big water combo and was very disappointed that there is not a guide on the lower section of the rod (my older model rods do have a guide on the lower section), making it difficult to store with a swivel or leader attached (unfortunately the website doesn't show a picture of each individual rod or I would have opted for a longer 2-piece rod with a guide on the lower section).
Although it seems to be much more common now a days, I am not a fan of the reel lacking a lever to disengage the anti-reverse and , for that reason, will probably end up giving it away.
I am still quite satisfied with the quality, strength, and durability of the rod and the reel is a good deal when purchased as a combo.
Date published: 2018-10-31
Rated 1 out of
5 by
Gsawyer from
Terrible reelI bought this combo about 6 weeks ago. Replaced the reel at the last minute prior to 2nd trip with combo. Had to replace due to reel “sticking” upon initial crank on retrieve. Took reel apart this evening and bearing are corroded. To say I am disappointed in the quality is an understatement
Date published: 2018-09-08
Rated 4 out of
5 by
nquinto2 from
Great rod for getting into larger gamefishThis purchase was for my son. He has primarily fished for smaller fish but now wants to move on to larger game. After using Ugly Stiks for many years now, I knew which rod to get him. I would have given 5 stars however I thought it was odd that this rod did not have a guide on the lower section. Since we normally keep the line on the rod when we break it down, there is no way to hold the line in place other than to lock the line with the reel. Other than that, awesome rod!!
Date published: 2018-08-23
Rated 5 out of
5 by
wetman21 from
great productI have owned a ugly stick for many years from light tackle trout and bass to surf cast large stripers and blues with shakespeare reels I find none better for durability and action .A true believer
Date published: 2018-07-31
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Fishguy88 from
Great combo!I bought this 12ft. for shore fishing for sharks and rays.
I love how smooth the reel is/ strong the rod is with fast action tip.
I thought I would have to replace the reel but after using I have changed my mind!
I searched for a quality combo at an affordable price and this was THE BEST option. This combo did not disappoint.
Date published: 2018-07-03
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Veteran from
SurveyExcellent product - used brand for over 50 years. I use the Shakespeare reels with the ugly stik rod.
Date published: 2018-03-28
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jmejia from
Exelent comboVery good combo I just spent a litle more than six hours of fishing and I didn’t want to stop very light and strong, some times that doesn’t go together but this Ugly stick hit a home run
Date published: 2018-02-27
Rated 4 out of
5 by
Fish head 57 from
Liking the new style of the rod big waterThe new update of the rod is great big water seven foot the reel looks nice but will see if it will hold up on ocean fishing
Would This combo work well for Silver and Red Salmon in Alaska.?
Primarly casting 5/8 - 7/8oz Spinners.
Asked by: ALaska650
What lb test comes with this combo? USBWS662/50CBO
Thank you.
Asked by: DBGoose
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. This combo does not come with line.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2018-12-28
Would this od be good for striper
Asked by: Fisherman200
Other than surf and fly rods, the most common rod lengths used for light tackle striper applications are between six and seven feet. The longer the rod, the farther you can cast. A short rod gives you more strength and maneuverability. Shorter rods usually have less action making it easier to muscle the fish to the boat, while a longer rod will provide more play and can add to the action of your lures. Many good fishermen feel a shorter rod is more sensitive because there is less distance for the strike to travel before it is transmitted to the hands.
For casting top-water plugs try a six-foot six-inch or seven-foot medium action rod with medium heavy power. This rod gives me enough leverage for long casts and is stiff enough at the butt to handle big fish.
For jigging lightly weighted jigs up to one ounce try a six-foot to six-foot six-inch fast action, medium power rod. This rod is light enough so that you can feel the jig well, but not so heavy that it wears you out casting it. The fast tip provides plenty of sensitivity.
For jigging one to two ounce jigs, try a six-foot six-inch to six-foot-eight inch medium power rod with extra fast action. These are my most frequently used rods in the Chesapeake Bay. They’re also my most expensive and most sensitive rods.
Answered by: BPSResource7
Date published: 2018-09-28
Is it a two piece
Asked by: Big daddy 1967
Thank you for your question. The Shakespeare Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Rod and Reel Combo are two piece rods.
Answered by: BPSResource3
Date published: 2018-07-17
is it good for salt water fishing
Asked by: jj25
Thank you for your question!
This particular combo isn't designed for saltwater, but like most freshwater combos it can be used for saltwater as long as you take the proper precautions. Namely that means you'll want to thoroughly rinse the rod and reel in freshwater each time you're finished using it. Salt air will cause these to corrode over time, but rinsing it will help prolong the rod and reel's lives. So, depending on what you're wanting to fish for, this combo work well for you.
I hope this information helps!
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