Designed specifically towards casting heavier weights and wrestling with the toughest catfish, the Ugly Stik Catfish Casting Rods provide the ultimate balance of performance, durability, and value. There are few creatures in your local lake or river that will test a rod's limits the way a monster catfish will, and the Ugly Stick Catfish Rods are up to the challenge. The rod blanks in this catfish series feature Ugly Tech construction with a combination of graphite and fiberglass to achieve the important balance between sensitivity and durability. The new Ugly Tuff one piece stainless steel guides are corrosion resistant and eliminate the possibility of insert pop-outs. The Ugly Stik Catfish Rods are built with the signature Ugly Stik Clear Tip that allows for superior strength and durability.