The Rod performs Great. if you put it together correctly and line everything up, it can perform great. I believe this is more of a powerful rod than stated. maybe even as powerful as the Ugly Stick Catfish. I do very much recommend changing out the Pre-spooled line for something like 20lbs Mono, or even 30lbs. The 50 size reel handles well, a little clunky but gets the job done. I also would prefer the bail on the reel to be a little smaller as I can sometimes hit my fingers on it while reeling. The sinkers and hooks are a bonus too. For the price I definitely recommend for all stages of fishing experience beginner or pro.

Haven't taken it for a spin yet but it seems to be a great rod and strong as well easy to transport and easy to setup also the weights hooks and rigs aren't bad either.

I catch 50lb+ fish on this pole all the time same reel

I bought 2 of these set ups and love them both, used them for pier fishing and offshore while fishing in Florida. The poles performed perfectly handling everything from mangrove snapper to a Bonnethead shark. Very happy with product.

I fish some saltwater but mainly fish professional bass tournaments and ugly stick is all ill ever trust when a hundred grand is on the line.