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So let me start by saying I love my wife to death, but....... I asked for a GX2 7 ft medium action rod for hunting redfish I ended up with a 5-1/2 foot light action yes the one for kids lol. Has anyone used this and or does this sound like a suitable option for tight lining or slip bobber fishing? I guess if I don't buy her shoes she shouldn't buy my poles.. just saying :)
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I dunno, bro .... slip float fishing I use a 8ft rod (to take up slack line on the hookset). Might be OK for close quarters casting, creek wading, or dock shooting ... but, I don't "tightline" enough to know if a rod that short would work. I guess it would if it would fit in a rod holder. (I'm referring to "tightline" fishing as fishing straight down over the side of the boat, & the boat is tied off or anchored)
Maybe if she kept the receipt, you could take it back & exchange it for the one you wanted ... :dono
I dont think it has to be a "just for kids" rod. I have a 4'8 and a 6' myself. I dont bring the little out much but when i do get lucky enough to catch something on it, the fight is fun. Caught a 2 ft long bowfin on the 6 footer so i can vouch for them being VERY strong rods.
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Didn't have a scale back then to get a weight on it but it was HEAVY.Attachment 286974
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That looks like a good fight!Quote:
Originally Posted by djdsouff
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I use 5.5' Ugly Stiks for my slip bobber set ups. I also have an Ugly Stik Lite that is flexible for crappie. Ugly Stiks are great rods and seldom break. Any rod that lasts me more than a year is a good rod and mine have lasted now for over 5 years each. I own 13 total Ugly Stik rods. I have about 24 other rods for other fishing.
Absolutely I cannot complain about their quality!Quote:
Originally Posted by SlabSlider
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I've got a 30" medium heavy gx2 ice combo i use for vertical jigging on docks, works really well. A couple guys that fish where i do use the 5 1/2' rods and are very pleased with them.
I have two 5' lite GX2 and two 7' GX2 Elite. I bought them on purpose and they both have their purpose.
What do you use them for if I may askQuote:
Originally Posted by catchNgrease
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I use the 5' lite for Blue Gill
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I use the 5' lite for Blue Gill/She'll cracker and jigging deep water structure when I am sitting on top of it. I mainly use the 7' elite for casting a slip bobber and jig for Crappie it allows me alot more depth before the stop hits the reel.
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I also carry two 10 ft B&M double touch with Solo
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Stupid send button. With Solo jigging reels with 15lb braid. The reason I keep a pair of everything is because my wife is usually my fishing partner. So when she gets hung we just swap rods.
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i got that exact same rod as a Christmas gift ....the 5.5 kinda stiff Ugly stick combo GX2 ...its a bad boy for off the shelf for positive
pretty sensitive and casts well and will flat jerk on monster crappie out of the water on the old fishing docks as well ...:highfive
she done good and you need to give her a hug and be happy you got it ......
I knew I had good taste in rods. Even "proffesionals" use ugly sticks.[emoji3]
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I just bought another GX2 ultra lite rod 7'. It feels like my other more expensive crappie jigging rods. The action is fast and light. Good feel in the hands.
I have the 6 foot M model. Throw 8 lb braid on it. Great rod. Have a 5 ft ultra lite with 4 lb Stren on it. Love them Ugly Sticks for finesse
Sounds like your ready for everything! Smart call happy wife happy life!Quote:
Originally Posted by catchNgrease
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This makes me feel a lot better about using this one for the said application, was a little concerned maybe to stiff but your pictures prove it's not! Thank youQuote:
Originally Posted by Ketchn
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If any thing I consider my self a poorfessional, academy and tackle shop takes more money than the ex wife!Quote:
Originally Posted by catchNgrease
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I had a 6 foot one I caught a lot of fish with. Someone wanted it more than me and helped themselves to it. I'll buy another one to replace it. it was a tough rod.
Seems this accident may work out in the end after all!
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I’ll take you up on that advice great looking fish btw