COLUMBIA, S.C. Since its launch in 1976, Ugly Stik has come to be known as one of America’s favorite fishing rods. That sentiment still resonates today as Ugly Stik is honored to announce that the new GX2 fishing rod has won the 2024 ICAST Anglers’ Choice Award. Born to get bent, the new Ugly Stik GX2 packs even more strength and sensitivity than the one that you still have in your arsenal from your granddaddy.

Having recently received the fishing industry’s 2024 ICAST Best of Category for Freshwater Rod, the new Ugly Stik GX2 adds another accolade to its list of accomplishments as a fan favorite. Just like the anglers who choose to wield an Ugly Stik on their fishing adventures, the new Ugly Stik GX2 has an unbreakable spirit and a swagger that cannot be compared. Built to endure a harsh beating from the toughest of anglers and wrangle with the hardest fighting fish, the GX2 has been retooled to handle any fish or living creature an angler decides to mess with.

The new Ugly Stik GX2 builds on its long-standing reputation, now packed with new features that make it tougher and more sensitive than the original GX2. While the renowned Clear Tip design and Ugly Tech construction remain unchanged, the one-piece stainless steel Ugly Tuff guides have been improved upon in the latest series. The Ugly Tuff guides now feature an upgraded, proprietary PVD coating that reduces line fray. The new GX2 also features a rubberized diamond EVA handle for better grip and improved durability, and the new reel seat has been designed for better hand feel and increased sensitivity. All of the new Ugly Stik GX2 rods are backed by a 10-year warranty.

Ugly Stik GX2 – Key Features
• New cosmetic look and feel
• New Ugly Tuff one-piece stainless steel guides feature a proprietary PVD coating that reduces line fray
• New extra-durable rubberized X pattern EVA handle for better grip and Ugly Stik toughness
• New ergonomic reel seat with exposed blank allowing for better feel and increased sensitivity
• New alignment markings on multi-piece models for easy assembly
• Ugly Stik Clear Tip design
• Ugly Tech Construction
• 10-year warranty

MSRP: $49.95
Available: September 2024

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