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Customer Reviews for Shakespeare Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Shakespeare Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Exclusive quick-taper Clear Tip® designBlank-thru-handle constructionTop-grade cork handlesGraphite-reinforced reel seatsStainless steel guides with stainless steel inserts"Ugly Back" 60-day/5-year limited warrantyThe same durability and sensitivity as the original Ugly Stik, but with an extra layer of graphite around the blank. This rod is thinner, lighter, and even more sensitive!
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121 of 130(93%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Review 1 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Ugly Stik Lite
,April 20, 2006
By Wild Man
from New Jersey
"I have used the 7Ft. medium action ugly stik lite on just about everything inshore, to include Flounder, white Perch, Weakfish, Stripers, and the occasional largemouth. This rod has a great feel, is very sensitive, has good hook setting power and is an overall joy to use. I love the cork grips which mate nicely to your hands. I have tossed lures with it and bottom fished with it as well. I have occasionally taken it out on charter boats for Flounder when I go out with friends, and I always catch more fish most of the people on the boat. I attribute this to the rod, because it is very sensitive. I have rods that cost three times the price but this is still my favorite, after four years of use."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Saltwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
17 of 18 people found this review helpful.
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Review 2 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Bad product amazing company
,May 16, 2012
By Backwoodsreptileguy
from Virginia
Advantages: company was amazing when it broke
Disadvantages: Performance, Durability, breaks very easily about 6 inches above the handle, i believe the 5' rods are defective
"I had this rod for two days rated for 1-6 pound line I believe had 4 pound test line on and my rod broke with a fish on it but my line did not. Had the same problem with the exact same rod several days later. I contacted Shakespeare and they were more than happy to send me two new rods free of charge to replace the ones that had broken. I got the 5'2 spinning rod ugly stiks no problems I suggest you stay away from the 5 foot rods go 4'8 or 5'2"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? No
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Review 3 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Rod Guide Inserts - Missing In Action....
,May 16, 2012
By azfisherman88
from Phoenix, AZ
Advantages: Value for money
Disadvantages: Durability
"I've used plenty of Ugly Stiks in my day, and I bought a couple of Lite Pros for my kids to start out with.
The rods handle well (not that my kids would notice) and are tough, EXCEPT for the fact that two of the guide inserts fell out of one of them, and one of them fell out of the other. I didn't have line in the rods at the time, as they were packed for camping, so the guide inserts are gone.
I've read several reviews here saying that their guide inserts fell out, but big deal, just glue them back in, and they still gave 5 star reviews. Not me. A rod known for its durability should be durable from top to bottom. Luckily I have a great local fishing gear repair shop nearby, and they fixed my issues. I added a tiny bead of expoxy to the seam where the guide inserts meet the guides to prevent further issues.
Shakespeare - beef up the adhesive that hold the rod guide inserts in place and you'll be back to 4-5 stars!"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? No
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Review 4 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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ugly stik lite
,May 4, 2012
By fishinfool18
from perry county ,PA
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: weight of rod
"I have the 6'6" medium power rod. I mostly use it for a back up rod just b/c I like faster actions for the type of fishing I do. I have an abu garcia cardinal on it with 10lb mono. Works great for bottom fishing and it is a very strong rod. The only downfall is its weight. But for the money you can't go wrong. I've caught 17" smallmouth and 5-8lb catfish on it with no problem. I recommend this rod to anyone looking for good quality at a bargain price."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 5 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Nothing ugly about an Ugly Stik
,April 19, 2012
By RailBox306
from Winston Salem, NC
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"Have a couple of six footers and rigged this one up for Crappie and smaller fish. Like the feel and responsiveness. The cork handle is comfortable."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 6 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Love all of My Ugly Sticks
,April 18, 2012
By TwzteD
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Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"Cheap, yet durable, yes the eyes tend to fall out but glue it and u wont have any problems after that. i had 7 ugly sticks and i never considered buying anything else because there perfect for my needs, just ordered the 7' ul for casting my weightless senkos farther."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 7 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
nice rods
,April 14, 2012
By JoeEB
from Penna.
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"cast like a dream fairly sensitive I use them for crappie and trout nice feel with the cork handle"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 8 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Best pole EVER!!!
,April 13, 2012
By James23
from NY
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"i have previously always used Ugly Stick poles, but this is the best pole for the $$ Ugly stick has made, A really light pole with great feel..."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 9 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
worth the money with minor defect
,March 27, 2012
By skyler111
from ohio
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money
Disadvantages: Durability
"it is totally worth only $40 but expect to replace the top eyelet cuz the metal ring on the inside pops out, had my 6'6" medium at the walleye run on the maumee and was pulling in a huge female and lost her cuz it cut my line, i glued it and its my favorite rod."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 10 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Great rod for price
,February 20, 2012
By Kybassfisher26
from louisville,ky
Advantages: Style/Design, Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"Great overall rod,and for 40$ u cant go wrong!! Its very strong,i hav reeled in huge fish on the 5' rod. Get one,u wont be dissapointed."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 11 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Nice rod
,January 16, 2012
By wader09
from Kansas City, MO
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: weight
"I have owned a 6' medium ugly stik lite for nearly 8 years. It has been a very dependable rod and I have caught many fish with it, mostly trout and bass. It is fairly sensitive, although it is a heavy. I would recommend it for anyone not looking for spend much money. There are better rods out there that cost more money, but this is still a very good one."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 12 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Great Rod! Great Price!
,September 10, 2011
By Jaredt
from San Antonio, TX
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: only available in 2-piece in longer lengths
"I have always been a big fan of the ugly sticks because of price and durability given the fact that I don't baby any of my equipment. I was specifically looking for a light weight rod to pair up with a new 3000 class reel for a light weight inshore combo I could fish all day without any fatigue. The USL fit the bill and the budget and did not dissappoint. Was very pleased with the sensitivity and action of the 7' M action rod. My only complaint would be that I prefer a 1-piece rod and the 7' only comes in 2-piece unless you go for the inshore model. I didn't want the inshore model because the cork grip doesn't go over the reel seat which makes this particular rod very comfortable to fish over the course of a long day. I will definately be replacing a couple of older rods with these in the near future."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Saltwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 1
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 13 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Great purchase
,August 8, 2011
By edwardol
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"I have neverowned an uglystirck before so was suprized at how good it feels in my hand and how easy it is to get used to casting with it.The Shakespeare ALPHA reel which was given to me by a friend is also an excelant reel. I am sold on Shakespeare products.
Thanks for being intrested in my opinion!
Thanks for being intrested in my opinion!
Carl"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 4
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 14 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Durable
,August 1, 2011
By Matri
from Winooski, VT
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"These really are the toughest rods on the market, and can handle a beating. The only thing I dislike is the way the reel tightening is designed, it feels a bit too bulky. These are my go-to rods for fishing Bass, Pike, and other larger game species."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 15 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
It feels like it belongs in your hand
,July 18, 2011
By justrods
from SoCal
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: none
"I purchase the 4'6" Ugly Stik lite model and I couldn't be more pleased with it. The workmanship that went into this rod looks like it should be a more expensive rod, this rod just feels so right in your hand and it does not cost you a mild fortune either. Thanks BPS for a great product."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 3
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 16 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Well worth money spent
,July 12, 2011
By c1234
from Northern Ontario, On
Advantages: Performs well, Value for money
"this is a light weight rod that performs well when put to the test, i purchased the the rod with capabilities or 12 + lbs and it proved itself worked well, landing 4 lb bass and and 9 lb pike definitely recommend"
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 2
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Was not at all what I was looking for ~
,June 30, 2011
By MLFields
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
Disadvantages: Performance, way way too stiff for my needs!
"Was very good product ~ just was not at all what I was looking for! Exchanged for a 'glass' rod vs the graphite! Much more limber."
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Review 18 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
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Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
,June 29, 2011
By Cori33
from Pa
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"I bought this rod and it is great, i put it through alot of stuff and still not a scratch or break on it. by far the best rod i got in a long time."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 5+
Do you own a boat? Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 19 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Great Rod
,June 8, 2011
By Canada201
from Hamilton, ON
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"This is an overall great rod at an affordable price. It is fairly light and very durable. It has a comfortable cork handle and plenty of backbone. Finally it matches well with my favorite reels the shimano 2500 series."
What is your favorite type of fishing? Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average? 3
Do you own a boat? No
Would you recommend this product as a gift? Yes
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Review 20 for Shakespeare® Ugly Stik® Lite Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
Awesome Rod
,May 18, 2011
By SirFartsAlot
Advantages: Ease of use, Style/Design, Performs well, Value for money, Quality
"I Love This Rod. Perfect Size and Feels Good in Hand.
Light Weight and Very Sturdy. Great Price Too. I Highly Recommend This Rod."
Light Weight and Very Sturdy. Great Price Too. I Highly Recommend This Rod."
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