New guy here - please be kind!
I did some searching via the interwebs and this forum prior to posting, but likely missed the thread I'm looking for.
I've fished on and off my entire life, starting with a Zebco 404 almost every day after school.
I've never done anything spectacular, other than a few deep sea excursions.
I've lived in an HOA that had a pond within walking distance for the last nine years, even with multiple corporate relocations. For whatever reason, I've failed to use them.
Unrelated to COVID, I ventured out a few months ago. I've really enjoyed spending an hour or so a few nights a week after my daughter goes to bed. The last few nights I was out until almost midnight!
I'm currently using a medium Speedstick gifted to me by a neighbor. I have no idea what happened to the numerous Wal Mart combos I've acquired over the years. I had it restrung with either eight or ten pound line the other night, and that certainly enhanced my experience.
I'm generally catching very small perch, some only a few fingers in length. The other night I realized that if I walked another hundred yards, I could enjoy a much larger pond that appears to have somewhat bigger fish.
I type all this to ask for an ultralight combo recommendation. Although I'm having a blast with my lighted bobber and split shot on the medium, I'm guessing I could enhance my experience with a smaller rig.
Google tells me that the Ugly Stick GX2 is the way to go, and the only reason I'm hesitant is that it is a medium action as opposed to a fast. I'd assume I'd want an ultra light extra fast for what I'm doing. If possible I'd like a two piece so I can bring it to Nebraska when I visit the in laws well stocked farm pond. Far from a priority, I can always bring my medium.
I've attached a few pictures of what I'm catching for reference. The cat is rare, I caught it the other night and have never seen anything that large. I'm told there are plenty of ten pounders, but I'm going after the perch.
Almost any UL rig will work for what you’re doing. Don’t get hung up on the Ugly Stik.
What’s your budget?? Knowing that, folks here will be able to point you in the right direction.
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the micro series are good rods , the different version excrusion new white one i have is real nice as well .
the gx2 series is ok and in the end what feels best in your hand is likely going to perform best .
my 27 cents worth
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Cork handle and graphite rods is where I start looking. B&M rods is where I usually stop looking.
6'-7' rods are more versatile.
Shimano or Pflueger reels are two good choices.
Good combinations <100$ are endless.
Welcome to the forum and if you are going to be living there a while I would consider doing some pond maintenance along the way.
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