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Best Value: Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish Special Best for Drifting: Shakespeare Ugly Stik Best for Bumping Bottom: BnM Poles Bumping Rod Best for Big Catfish: Catch the Fever Hellcat Best for Kids: BnM Silver Cat Best Value: Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish Special Best Value Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish Special See It Pros Budget-friendly Fully rubberized handles Durable Cons Could use more options with heavy action Key Features Ugly Stik clear tip Graphite-fiberglass blank One-piece stainless steel guides Rod Length: 7-, 8-, 9-, 10-, and 12-feet Why It Made the Cut A great price and durability make the Ugly Stik a superb value for catfishing
Sometimes, a slow and steady retrieve will work best, while other times, a more erratic retrieve may be necessary to entice a strike
That usually points back to a mid-size spinning reel
The ultra-durable, zero-wood construction, all-welded aluminum hull makes this boat one of the best small tunnel hull jet boats to navigate shallow waters