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A solid and very popular kayak rod
Suitable for anglers of all abilities
Offers exceptional value for money and as such features in our guide on the best sea fishing rods
| Feature | What This Means |
|---|---|
| Long Tip/Short Butt Design | Specialised action that offers sensitivity for smaller fish while providing quick power transition when fighting larger species from a seated kayak position. |
| Ugly Tech Blank Construction | Shakespeare’s proprietary blank technology that combines graphite and composite materials for durability while maintaining sensitivity. |
| Available Lengths | 4ft (one-piece, 8-12lb) for general kayak fishing and 5ft (two-piece, 12-20lb) for greater reach, both designed for fishing from a seated position. |
| Clear Tip Design | Transparent tip section enhances bite detection, particularly important when fishing vertically from a kayak. |
| Ugly Tuff Guides | Single-piece guide construction that eliminates insert pop-outs and provides excellent durability in the kayak environment. |
| Laser Etched EVA Handle | Weather-resistant grip with engraved branding that maintains secure handling in wet kayak conditions. |
| Medium Fast Action | Responsive tip with power concentrated in the mid-section and butt, ideal for fighting fish from the limited space of a kayak. |
No Manufacturers description from Shakespeare
The Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Kayak Rod adapts the legendary Ugly Stik durability to the specific demands of kayak fishing through its specialised length options and purposeful design.
The long tip/short butt configuration proves particularly effective from a seated position, offering enough sensitivity to enjoy smaller species while maintaining the backbone needed for larger fish fought directly below the kayak.
Its construction focuses power in the mid-section and butt, exactly where kayak anglers need it most, while the shorter lengths (4ft one-piece and 5ft two-piece) provide practical choices for different kayak fishing scenarios.
While the EVA handle and overall finish might lack the refinement of premium rods, the GX2 Kayak delivers dependable performance with the durability kayak anglers need, making it a practical choice for this specialised type of fishing.
Here is how the Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Kayak Rod compares against other products in its category. This table shows the overall rating based on the average of the key attributes that go into making a great fishing rod.
| Name | Overall Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Tidal XR Beach Caster Rod | 8.4 | £126.99 | Sold Here |
| Shakespeare Salt Xt Beachcaster | 8 | £59.99 | Sold Here |
| Century Fireblade Delta | 8.6 | £274.99 | Sold Here |
| Century Eliminator Boat Rod | 8.6 | £344.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa Super Kenzaki Boat Rod | 8.4 | £139.99 | Sold Here |
| Penn Wrath II Boat Rod | 8 | £59.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa Saltist Spin Rod | 8.3 | £149.99 | Sold Here |
| Shakespeare Ugly Stik Elite Spinning Rod | 7.9 | £41.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa Seahunter Z Uptide Rod | 8.1 | £89.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa Gekkabijn LRF Rod | 8.1 | £44.99 | Sold Here |
| Penn Regiment IV Travel Rod | 7.8 | £123.29 | Sold Here |
| Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Kayak Rod | 7.6 | £34.99 | Sold Here |
| Anyfish Anywhere Estuary MK2 | 8.5 | £199.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa D Wave Surf | 8 | £59.99 | Sold Here |
| Daiwa Wilderness Spin Rod | 8.1 | £89.99 | Sold Here |
Here is how it performed against its peers in the four important attributes of a fishing rod:
| Name | Build Quality | Casting Ability | Playing Fish | Value For Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Tidal XR Beach Caster Rod | 8 | 8.5 | 8 | 8.5 |
| Shakespeare Salt Xt Beachcaster | 7.5 | 8 | 7.5 | 9 |
| Century Fireblade Delta | 8.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 8 |
| Century Eliminator Boat Rod | 9 | 8.5 | 9 | 8 |
| Daiwa Super Kenzaki Boat Rod | 8.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Penn Wrath II Boat Rod | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 9 |
| Daiwa Saltist Spin Rod | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8.5 |
| Shakespeare Ugly Stik Elite Spinning Rod | 7.5 | 8 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Daiwa Seahunter Z Uptide Rod | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8.5 |
| Daiwa Gekkabijn LRF Rod | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8.5 |
| Penn Regiment IV Travel Rod | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8 |
| Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Kayak Rod | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 |
| Anyfish Anywhere Estuary MK2 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Daiwa D Wave Surf | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 9 |
| Daiwa Wilderness Spin Rod | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8.5 |
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