Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Rods
by Ugly Stik
The Ugly Stik Bigwater series has built a legendary reputation by providing the ultimate balance of performance, durability, and value.
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| Model TD Code | Type | Length | Power | Line Weight | Lure Weight | Gimbal | Guides | Price |
| USBWB1530S701 SHA-0353 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium | 15-30lb | 3/4-3oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB1530S601 SHA-0354 | Spinning | 6' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | 15-30lb | 3/4-4oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB1025S662 SHA-0355 | Spinning | 6'6'' 2 pc | Medium | 10-25lb | 1/2-3oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB1230S661 SHA-0356 | Spinning | 6'6'' 1 pc | Medium | 12-30lb | 1/2-3oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB1025S702 SHA-0357 | Spinning | 7' 2 pc | Medium | 10-25lb | 1/2-3oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB1225S701 SHA-0358 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium | 12-25lb | 1/2-3oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWB2040S701 SHA-0359 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | 20-40lb | 3/4-4oz | Yes | 6 | $59.95 USD | |||
| USBWSF1530S902 SHA-0360 | Surf | 9' 2 pc | Medium Heavy | 15-30lb | 1-5oz | No | 6 | $64.95 USD | |||
| USBWSF1530S102 SHA-0361 | Surf | 10' 2 pc | Medium Heavy | 15-30lb | 2-6oz | No | 6 | $69.95 USD | |||
| USBWSF2040S112 SHA-0362 | Surf | 11' 2 pc | Heavy | 20-40lb | 3-8oz | No | 6 | $69.95 USD | |||
| USBWSF2040S122 SHA-0363 | Surf | 12' 2 pc | Heavy | 20-40lb | 3-8oz | No | 7 | $74.95 USD | |||
| USBWSF2040S152 SHA-0364 | Surf | 15' 2 pc | Heavy | 20-40lb | 4-10oz | No | 9 | $89.95 USD | |||
Designed to have the toughness and dependability you need when trophy fish are on the line, the Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Rods provide the ultimate balance of performance, durability, and value. There's an Ugly Stik Bigwater Rod for just about any application. Whether you're 40 miles offshore, drifting in the bay, or even casting from the beach, the Bigwater series has you covered. The rod blanks in this versatile series feature Ugly Tech construction with a combination of graphite and fiberglass to achieve the important balance between sensitivity and durability. These rods are built with signature Ugly Stik design features such as a Clear Tip design for superior strength and sensitivity and Ugly Tuff one piece stainless steel guides that resist corrosion and eliminate insert pop-outs. All models feature comfortable EVA handles fitted with a rubber gimbal and include a 7 year warranty.
4 Stars based on 10 reviews
By Brad
WINTERVILLE, NC
No where as good as the originals
July 25, 2022
Rod butt was shortened....now too short. No rubber gimble cover. Heavy metal eyes add unwanted weight. All changes that were supposed to improve the rod did the opposite. I will not be buying another unless they revert back to the way they were made several years ago.
Pros
- Good blank.
Cons
- Rod is heavier with metal eyes
- Rod butt is waaaay too short now.
- No rubber cover for butt gimble.
By Chris
Massachusetts
got one for 7$
February 23, 2022
just got the 1-3 oz model on a close out sale for 7$, i couldnt see leaving it there even if i didnt need it. i have a fierce 8000 that i am going to put on it to wrestle cod around with.
Pros
- good rods cant beat the price
Cons
- heavy for the sizes.
By Stephen
Columbus, OH
Great price for a solid rod.
September 2, 2021
I bought a couple of these in the 12-25# line 7' model, intending to use them as a general purpose rod. They work well for soaking baits, live or chunk, also flatlining for kings, you can troll with them too (caught kings and spanish both, as well as a couple bonita). The rod is a bit bulky, but can be used to jig, at least in the shallower 30-60 foot deep wrecks near shore. I have also used it as a pier rod and caught some 3-4 pound jack crevalle. Working a lure and casting a lot is a workout with this paired with a 5000 class reel, but for the price its hard to beat. I like the no insert guides on it too, I have had a lot of rods where the insert chips or cracks.
Pros
- Great price, no inserts in the guides, nice warranty
Cons
- bit bulky, not great for throwing/working artificial baits
By Matt
Galloway
Beast of a rod
May 12, 2021
Will throw heavy weight
Pros
- Strong rod
Cons
- Big, thick, and heavy. Definitely use this to cast big baits to sit a while. Not for lures in the surf.
By Neal P.
NC
it won't handle eight ounces
March 8, 2021
It says 5 to 8 oz, but it'll never do 8. If you want to sling 5 a better distance, it'll work, but get yourself a proper surf rod. This isn't it.
By Ron
Central Texas
Ugly Stik - Beautiful Deal
January 22, 2021
Quality surf rod. Excellent company to buy from. Action is great. Rod handles well. Load it up and sling it out of sight. In fact, think I'l buy a 2nd one from Tackle Direct right now.
Pros
- Ugly Stik quality - you know what you are getting. Tackle Direct is the best place to buy... again you can count on them.
Cons
- None
By Evan
WILLIAMSBURG, VA
15ft surf fishing rod
November 21, 2020
This rod paired with a daiwa 8000 make a great casting combination for land based shark fishing. The 15ft is longer and larger to transport. But I also have a few 12ft versions and the extra 3ft does help with casting. I have not been able to find a better rod for the price.
By John
Sky Valley, Ga
Value, Value, Value
February 21, 2020
Best rod for the money out there. Can’t break them and if you do they have a great warranty
Pros
- Strength
By Van
SoMD
Tough rods and great value
February 6, 2020
I have two of these that I use mostly for casting, bottom fishing and some trolling. The rods are very tough and for $60 they are a great value. I've overloaded these rods many times when trolling and pulling up ghost crab pots and they don't break.
By Mark
All beaches in Florida
Solid Value
July 18, 2019
Love it. Wish we could get the rest of the Ugly Stik's ordered. Thank you.
Pros
- Great value. I'm able to try a variety of lengths and actions of rods without breaking the bank.
12 Questions &
12 Answers
Tyler Nicholas
from Gulf Shores, Alabama asked:
October 7, 2019
I'm looking for a medium/ medium heavy with a mod. fast/ fast action that is 9/ 10 ft BUT I could find a rod with those standards but most rods recommended line weight is 12-20 but I want a rod I can put a 6000 reel on for jetty fighing for sharks or big jack crevalles so I was gonna use stronger line like between 40-50 lbs test I'm just a little stuck on finding the right rod cause I don't want a super long and stiff action rod when I'm fishing so any help would be great
1 Answer
The Shimano Tiralejo Surf Spinning Rod in the 10 foot 30-65 line weight would work for how and what you're fishing for.
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on October 10, 2019
muloolah
from camp diable, savanne asked:
January 8, 2019
hello
what's the weight of the 11" rod?
1 Answer
27 oz's
Submitted by:
Bernie
on January 10, 2019
Jason
from Atlanta Georgia asked:
April 11, 2022
When will a 12' heavy action bigwater spinning rod be available for purchase?
1 Answer
Hello Jason,
The 12 foot ugly stick bigwater is discontinued
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on April 19, 2022
Austin L Kaa
from NY asked:
February 13, 2022
could you pair the 12' ugly stick bigwater with Diawa BG 4000?
1 Answer
Hi Austin, The BG 4000 would be a little small for that rod. Instead I would recommend a Daiwa BG8000 BG Saltwater Spinning Reel. https://www.tackledirect.com/daiwa-bg8000-bg-saltwater-spinning-reel.html This would pair and balance nicely with your 12ft Shakespeare Ugly Stik bigwater. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on February 14, 2022
Zwarino
from Tripoli asked:
April 2, 2021
Is the rated line in lb for mono line or braid ?
1 Answer
This is a monofilament rating. These can surely handle braided line though and you could go slightly heavier on the braid than the mono rating.
Submitted by:
Cory Comunal
on April 2, 2021
Collin MacKenzie
from Gloucester, MA asked:
March 14, 2021
Hey guys,
Looking to use these rods haddock fishing, we are mostly using a 16oz weight to hold bottom. What weight class would you guys recommend the 6’6” medium or the medium heavy. Thanks
1 Answer
I recommend the medium heavy
Submitted by:
William Larkin
on March 19, 2021
Larry T Boush
from Suffolk, Va. asked:
November 11, 2020
is the ugly stik 10 ft bigwater spinning rod the same as ugly stik 10 ft surf spinning rod
1 Answer
Yes they are the same rod, different wording. Currently we only offer the Bigwater Surf rod by UglyStik
Submitted by:
Alex T
on November 11, 2020
ALEXIS OJEDA
from FLORIDA asked:
November 10, 2020
Can I pair a USBWB1025S662 with a saragosa 10k? or can you recommend something more suitable? looking for 2 piece rod for boat fishing
1 Answer
It's hard to recommend this rod for a Saragosa 10k size reel without knowing the kind of fishing you are looking to do, with that being said these rods are tanks, and will be able to handle most of anything you throw there way.
I would assume that this reel might be a little overkill for this UglyStik rod, maybe downsize to a 6000 or 8000 size reel for this rod. I can also recommend this uglystik rod:
https://www.tackledirect.com/ugly-stik-ustb1050s702-tiger-spinning-rod.html
Submitted by:
Alex T
on November 11, 2020
Scott
from Pennsylvania asked:
March 25, 2020
Are these rods rated for braided line ?
Thank you
1 Answer
Line ratings on these are your traditional monofilament ratings, you can surely use braid on these though and go a class or two higher in braid.
Submitted by:
Brian
on March 26, 2020
Thomas Kelly
from South Carolina asked:
January 27, 2020
What is the Action on the USBWSF1530S902, 9', 2 piece, MH Power, surf rod? Fast? Moderate? Or Moderate/Fast? thank you
| y |
1 Answer
The USBWSF1530S902 is a moderate action
Submitted by:
Tyler Bennett
on January 29, 2020
Brian
from Frankford ,West Virginia asked:
October 13, 2019
First thank you for you time. I am looking at this rod but I need more info on it .
Look to surf fish but I want to make sure it will work. Going to ues 2 and up to 5 oz
Weight,bait,ext. Will this handle all the weight without snapping it?
1 Answer
This rod will work. I recommend the 9' or 10' Medium Heavy surf rods.
Submitted by:
Rebecca Redington
on October 14, 2019
Mustafa Yamani
from Portsmouth, United Kingdom asked:
June 19, 2019
Hello I am interested in buying this road and a few other times, your shipping methods with DHL shows the items will arrive here in the UK within 4 days.
I just wanted to confirm if this is guaranteed.
Best wishes,
Mustafa
1 Answer
Hi Sir! It would be preferable for you to order on Monday so that you could have it by the end of the week or the beginning of next week. That 4 day time frame is an estimate and it depends on if we are backed up in packaging and shipping orders. There is a possibility that it could get to you within four days and there is a possibility that it might take longer.
Submitted by:
Christopher Riegel
on July 1, 2019
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