Ugly Stick with braid?

[The Bassinator]

I just got an ugly stick because I wanted a more durable rod. I don't mind the weight and the sensitivity is fine for me. I was wondering if it was compatible with braid though.

[islandbass]

Shouldn't be a problem at all. 8-)

[The Rooster]

I believe Ugly Stiks have aluminum oxide guides unless it's the Lite version. 

[bwell]

You'll be fine, one of the combos I use is loaded with braid and I have never had a problem with it.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Braid, or another low stretch line would probably compliment the generally soft action of the Ugly Stick.

[Grey Wolf]

Braid, or another low stretch line would probably compliment the generally soft action of the Ugly Stick.

X2.

[bassin is addicting]

I believe Ugly Stiks have aluminum oxide guides unless it's the Lite version.

what about the LITE version??

is it ok to use braid??

[MattinOK]

    The Lite version uses stainless guides. Really, since it is only $40 I would use the fire out of it for a year or so, and then go buy another if I wore the guides out.

[The Bassinator]

Thanks a lot everybody! I dont really use braid but its nice to know that it wont  damage the guides.  Maybe I should go out and get some braid though

[kikstand454]

ive been using braided line on my ugly sticks for saltwater for like 5 years now.. maybe longer.  no problems whatsoever.

i agree that it does help with the "generally soft action".

its a good combination.

[triglet]

no problems from me with braid on an ugly stick.  been doing it for years now.  but i think im getting old cause the weight is starting to wear on my wrist.  im slowly trying to switch to a lighter rod. 

[Redhed]

I just got an ugly stick because I wanted a more durable rod. I don't mind the weight and the sensitivity is fine for me. I was wondering if it was compatible with braid though.

we catfish with that. at times we are pulling in stumps. thats no joke those rods are very very tough.

[Demon]

Whats the best Braid to use on a rod rating 15-30 lb?

[Bankc]

17 hours ago, Demon said:

Whats the best Braid to use on a rod rating 15-30 lb?

It depends more on what kind of reel you're using and what kinds of lures you're using.  If you're using a baitcaster, I wouldn't go below 30# braid, as the thinner braids can dig into the spool and create backlashes.  On a spinning reel, this isn't really an issue.  If you're throwing finesse style baits, you might want a lighter line than if you're throwing power style baits.  The idea being that you'll get better action on lighter line, which is also harder for the fish to see.  But a thicker line is less likely to break.  

 

I honestly have no idea what the line rating on a rod is for.  The lure weight rating, speed, and action are all I pay attention to.  

 

As for brand, I don't think it matters much.  I've used a bunch of different brands of braid over the years, and they've all worked for me.  There are differences between the various brands, and after you've fished a long time, you might develop a personal preference.  But braid is pretty safe in that most any brand you find will work.  

[MAN]

I have no issues with braid through mine.   Heard they are bringing back the "ugly" Ugly Stik.  Always thought that was a ill-thought out decision to revamp that series.