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Ugly Stik · Rods
Ugly Stik Elite 8'6" Medium-Heavy Salmon/Steelhead Casting Rod
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- Item weight
- 2 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 102"L x 2.5"W
Quick take
An 8'6" medium-heavy casting rod designed for salmon and steelhead on light casting tackle.
This 8.6-foot Ugly Stik Elite is a casting rod built around salmon and steelhead work. It has a medium-heavy power with a medium-fast action, a cork handle with a split grip, and a clear-tip design with graphite added to the blank. Anglers who fish rivers and want a two-piece rod for chinook, coho or steelhead will find the length and power suited to that job.
Best for
- Casting small spoons and spinners for steelhead
- Salmon fishing in rivers with casting presentations
- Anglers who switch between float and casting techniques
Skip if
- You need an ultralight rod for finesse techniques
- You fish mostly coastal or ocean salmon
Strengths
- Clear tip design adds strength where the blank needs it most
- Medium-heavy power gives backbone for setting hooks across current
- Stainless steel guides are durable in saltwater rinsing
Trade-offs
- At 8'6", the rod is heavy and tiring for extended casting
- The medium-heavy power is less forgiving on light line
- Casting presentation requires more skill than float fishing
Fishing fit
- Species
- Salmon & steelhead
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | salmon and steelhead rod |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 ft 6 in |
| Power | Medium Heavy |
| Action | Medium Fast |
| Line rating | 10-20 lb |
| Lure weight | 1.5 oz |
| Handle | Cork |
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