UGLY STIK PROBLEM

[BJ]

The top eyelet on my ugly stik broke so I replaced the tip but that didnt last as usual. I was wondering if anyones knows of a better way of replacing the eyelet or a way that has worked for them. I was also was wondering if I could get just the top part of the rod but I cant find Shakespears web site. Thanks for the help and suggestions.    BJ

[raleigh]

Not sure BJ, I have replaced a few eyelets on my rods before and I have just used hot glue and they seam to hold up just fine. I love my two ultra light ulgy stick rods. I have never had a problim with them. I use the rods for more river and stream fishing than I do lakes. I will look into finding a web site that will help you out.

[BJ]

Thanks Raleigh. Im gonna retry putting a new eyelet on and use a different glue. But if I could find somewhere to buy the top part of the rod,I would do it in a minute. Might try e-bay to see if I can find a cheap fix.

[raleigh]

Well BJ, I could not find anything on the web eather. I would try posting a question in general discussion asking if anyone has a replacment part for your ugly stick or if someone knows a web site or store that cary's replacment parts. I have bought a few things from some people on iceshanty and they have always sent me what I have ordered. I would give that a shot. Sorry I could not be of more help.

[Bobman]

BJ  -  The Shakespeare web site is www.shakespeare-fishing.com.  I don't know if they would be much help, but I did get some reel schematics that I requested through the web site.  Hope this helps.

[BJ]

Thanks guys. I also found their web site but they dont repair rods anymore. There were a few more site that I found that say they repair ugly stiks and sometimes have sections of rods for sale. Going to keep my eyes open. Thanks for your help,I appreciate it.

[moses]

BJ,  I had top eyelet problems also. I glue them on with epoxy and never had another one come off.

[bobberstop]

BJ Go to your local archery shop and buy some ferrule cement. You heat it with a match or lighter and smear it on and put on tip. Its there to stay. Hope this helps