Question 1

Which is better, Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo or St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo scored 8.8/10 and the St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod scored 8.5/10 in our Best Fishing Rods for Beginners 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo worth it over the St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod?

Accepted Answer

The Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo scores 8.8/10 while the St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod scores 8.5/10. The Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Fishing Rods for Beginners 2026 category.

Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo vs St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod: Which to Buy?