After more than 80 hours of testing, we think that pairing the Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 rod with the Daiwa BG SW spinning reel is optimal for fishing. ... I did spend several days fishing freshwater rivers for trout and smaller salmon, and a couple of days fishing private ponds and lakes for largemouth bass. read more
I would take a look at Falcon Rods. Very good rods, with rods for most applications. Prices are good, with lower end models and high end models. Durable and covered with a good warranty. read more
The 10 Best Fishing Poles Updated June 13, 2018 by Quincy Miller We spent 44 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top choices for this wiki. read more
If you’re paying $13 to $35, you shouldn’t really expect much, but if you need to have a fishing rod and want to spend less than $20, the FXS will do the trick for smaller fish—just take it for what it’s worth and don’t expect it or its guides to last. read more