Ugly Stick is coming out with a new combo but honestly, it’s kind of underwhelming. The reel looks good and seems nicer than the Shakespeare that normally comes with, but my current ugly rod is just as good. I’d rather just get the reel. 
 

It says it’s made for saltwater (the reel) but it’s only a medium rod. I think it’s for saltwater. I guess it would be good for that application.

A saltwater medium is a way different animal from a bass rod medium. I have a "medium" catfish casting rod that I lob 5oz of lead plus another half pound of bait with. 

45 minutes ago, Bluebasser86 said:

A saltwater medium is a way different animal from a bass rod medium. I have a "medium" catfish casting rod that I lob 5oz of lead plus another half pound of bait with. 

Good point. Admittedly I’m out of my element as I know nothing about saltwater at the moment.

3 minutes ago, David 7 said:

Good point. Admittedly I’m out of my element as I know nothing about saltwater at the moment.

It'd probably work as a medium swimbait rod - the Bigwater medium is rated to 3oz.

https://www.purefishing.com/products/bigwater-spinning-rod-1405250