Consumer Score
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9.1
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Consumer Score
In comparison:
9.1
Great
Experts prefer Ugly Stik Elite over Ugly Stik Bigwater
On 9 Apr 2024 (18 days ago) we went through 104 Fishing Rod expert endorsements .
Currently, Ugly Stik Elite received 2 endorsements from Forbes (17 Apr 2023) and OutdoorGearLab (1 Nov 2023). Meanwhile, Ugly Stik Bigwater did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Fishing Rod |
bestfishkeeping.com  | boatsafe.com  | TheManual  | Field & Stream  | BestReviews  | fishinggearcenter.com  | Forbes  | OutdoorGearLab  | Reviewed  | wired2fish.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | -3 | $50 |  Ugly Stik Elite | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  Ugly Stik Bigwater | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 17 Apr 2023 Forbes ranked Ugly Stik Elite as #2
Rank Fishing Rod Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 11 Ugly Stik Elite Best Budget Fishing Rod... ... ... Source: www.forbes.com - On 1 Nov 2023 OutdoorGearLab ranked Ugly Stik Elite as #4
Rank Fishing Rod Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 4 Ugly Stik Elite Great for Small FishSource: www.outdoorgearlab.com
Where to buy?
Ugly Stik Bigwater 
Ugly Stik Elite 
As can be seen below, Ugly Stik Elite is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Ugly Stik Bigwater is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Fishing Rod | bestfishkeeping.com | boatsafe.com | TheManual | Field & Stream | BestReviews | fishinggearcenter.com | Forbes | OutdoorGearLab | Reviewed | wired2fish.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $165 |  St.Croix Triumph | 1 | - | 7 | - | 1 | 8 | - | 1 | - | - |
| 2 | - | $40 |  Ugly Stik GX2 | 2 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | +1 | $50 |  Plusinno Carbon Fiber Telescopic | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | - |
| 4 | +1 | Check price |  Orvis Superfine | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 6
Expert reviews [16]
Total expert reviews: 16
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by fishingisbliss.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 16 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by backcountrycariboo.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Durable and tough fishing rod and reel combo designed for the challenge of big water fishing
- Ugly tech construction with a combination of graphite and fiberglass
- Clear tip design delivers added responsiveness and strength
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From Seller:
- UGLY STIK 7’ ELITE SPINNING ROD: 35% more graphite than the Ugly Stik GX2, plus premium cork handles. From the makers of the #1 rod series in the world.
- 6-14LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM POWER, FAST ACTION: Built tough to stand up to what's next. Lure rating of 1/4-5/8 oz. Two piece fishing rod features Ugly Stik Clear Tip design for strength and sensitivity.
- Read more
No manufacturer information linked for Ugly Stik Bigwater.
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 0043388342812, 0796793329212
UPC Numbers: 043388342812, 796793329212
Model Numbers: USESP702M
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Ugly Stik Elite is a very popular option in the middle of the fishing rods price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling fishing rods and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Ugly Stik Elite Casting Rod or Shimano Saguaro .
Ugly Stik Elite is $10.81 cheaper than the average fishing rod ($60.76).
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