Catfish rods are essential tools for anglers looking to catch these formidable fish, and the market in 2025 offers some of the best options available. With advancements in materials and design, the top catfish rods provide enhanced sensitivity, durability, and strength, making them perfect for both novice and experienced fishermen. From lightweight models for easy handling to heavy-duty rods capable of reeling in trophy-sized catfish, there's a perfect rod for every fishing style. Whether you prefer spinning or baitcasting, the right catfish rod can significantly improve your fishing experience and success rate.
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−$10.00
Shakespeare Ugly Stik 8’ Catfish Spinning Rod, Two Piece Catfish Rod, 15-30lb Line Rating, Medium Heavy Rod Power, Moderate Fast Action, 1/2-3 oz. Lure Rating
- Medium Heavy Actions
- Ugly Tuff One-Piece Stainless Steel Guides
- Ugly Stik Clear Tip Design
- Comfortable Eva Grips With Rubber Gimbal
- 7 Year Rod Warranty
$39.95
Fiblink Catfish Fishing Rods, 1 Piece/2 Piece Catfishing Pole, Medium Heavy Catfish Cat Casting Rod (7'6"/8'6’/9'6”) (2pc - 8'6"MH (10-50lbs))
- Sensitive and Solid: Great balance of sensitivity and durability; high density carbon fiber mixed with fiberglass giving catfish rod incredible performance, providing tremendous strength that's tough and flexible to withstand getting banged around all day in catfishing
- Non Slip Camouflage EVA Handle: Heavy duty and easily maintained EVA grip gives greater sensitivity and durability, blue camouflage handle makes rod cool, handles and butts grips that provide comfort and a sure grip in all conditions
- Fishing in the Dark: A bright color scheme designed for night fishing, ensures that you won't miss a single strike, making it suitable for nighttime catfishing and maximizing catch rates
- Aluminum Alloy Accessories: The double-footed stainless steel guides for super-smooth casting and long-term durability with fishing line, and increase the firmness; aluminum reel seats with double lock; the multi-purpose hook holder hold the fishing hook to prevent accidental injury
- 1 Piece/2 Piece Design: 1 Piece catfish rod are more sensitive and less likely to separate or break when casting or fighting with fish; 2-piece catfish rod is easy to transport and can be easily put into a vehicle or boat
$56.09
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−$39.00
Fiblink Catfish Fishing Rod 1 Piece/2 Piece Catfishing Fishing Pole Portable Travel Heavy Cat Catfish Casting Rod (6'/6'6"/7'/8'/9') (9' - 2Pcs - Green)
- Sensitive & Strong:High density carbon fiber mixed with fiberglass giving catfish rod incredible performance,providing tremendous strength that's tough and flexible to withstand getting banged around all day in catfishing
- Stainless Steel Guides and Hook Keeper:Double wrapped stainless steel guides for ultimate durability and super-smooth casting, it can withstand the abrasion of thick braided lines; Heavy-duty stainless steel hook keeper is the humanized design which is very convenient
- Aluminum Reel Seat and Rubber Shrink Tube Grips:Aluminum is a lightweight material and will keep your reel safe and steady,aluminum reel seat with corrosion resistant stainless steel hoods;Rubber shrink tube grips helps you maintain a durable,strong grip in slippery conditions,and the glossy grips finish is also easy to rinse and wipe
- New Design Catfishing Rod:The rod has been specially designed for lure fishing for catfish. It lets you cast heavy lures or rigs a long way and master big fish. One-piece catfish rods are more sensitive and less likely to separate or break when casting or fighting fish ,and can withstand a lot of pressure without failing
- 1 Piece/2 Piece/3 Piece Design:Fiblink Catfish Fishing Rods are available in 6'/7'/ 7'6"/8'/8'6"/9'/10' size options, including 8 casting rod models, with 1-piece 2-piece and 3-piece designs.1 piece catfish rod are more sensitive and less likely to separate or break when casting or fighting with fish;2 piece/3 piece catfish rod is easy to transport and can be easily put into a vehicle or boat.
$50.99
Ugly Stik 7’ Catfish Spinning Fishing Rod and Reel Catfish Combo, Ugly Tech Construction with Clear Tip Design, 7’ 2-Piece Moderate Fast Action Rod
- UGLY STIK 7’ CATFISH FISHING ROD AND REEL CATFISH COMBO: Durable, dependable Ugly Stik capability, kitted out with an oversized handle knob for fighting big cats.
- UGLY TECH CONSTRUCTION: 2-piece, Ugly Tech construction combines graphite and fiberglass for a strong, yet sensitive rod with medium heavy power. Includes 7 year warranty on rod. Gear ratio of 5.1:1 provides smooth operation and mechanical advantage.
- SIZE 50 CONVENTIONAL REEL: 2 ball bearing system for smooth operation. Features 6 Stainless Steel guides to provide durability and eliminate insert pop-outs during rough treatment.
- FRONT DRAG: Max drag: 16lb | 7.2kg. Durable aluminum spool; Instant Anti-Reverse system helps keep fighting the fish on your terms. EVA handles are durable and lightweight. Right/Left handle position.
- 15-30LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM HEAVY POWER: Ugly Stik Clear Tip delivers strength and sensitivity. Mono Capacity yd/lb: 280/12 215/14 195/17 (m/mm: 255/0.33 195/0.36 180/.038).
$65.34
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Ugly Stik® Catfish Casting Rods, 8 feet
- UGLY STIK 8’ CATFISH CATFISH ROD: Designed specifically for catfish, balancing sensitivity and durability. From the makers of the #1 rod series in the world.
- 15-30LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM HEAVY POWER, MODERATE FAST ACTION: Built tough to stand up to what's next. Lure rating of 1/2-3 oz. Two piece fishing rod features Ugly Stik Clear Tip design for strength and sensitivity.
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Constructed from graphite and fiberglass for a lighter weight rod, while maintaining legendary toughness and strength. Ugly Stik Fishing Rods are covered by a 7 year warranty you won't find anywhere else.
- 9 DURABLE GUIDES: Stainless Steel one-piece stainless steel guides provide excellent corrosion resistance and durability and eliminate insert pop-outs during rough treatment.
- REEL SEAT: Conventional reel seat offers comfort and confidence. Type-A EVA rod handle is lightweight and slip-resistant. Rubber gimbal included for rod holder stability, so even the biggest catfish won’t pull your rod out of the boat.
$39.95
MASTER LOGIC Monster Catfish Rod, 1 Piece 7’ Glow in The Dark Catfishing Casting Rods Durable S-Glass and Carbon Graphite Catfish Fishing Pole Super Grip with EVA Foam Medium Heavy Orange
- High Performance Catfish Rods: MASTER LOGIC 7'0 medium heavy catfish fishing rod is expertly crafted with a blend of optimized s-glass and carbon fiber, great balance of sensitivity and durability. Specially designed for catfish
- Glow in The Dark Catfishing Rod: Our catfish rods are made with fluorescent rod blanks and glow-in-the-dark all over to create the brightest night fishing rods to ensure you don't miss a strike, ideal for catfishing at night to maximize catch rates!（Warm tips: For better luminous effect, it is recommended that you use a UV light to absorb light to the fishing rod before use）
- Premium Grips and Aluminum Reel Seat: Catfish casting rod handle grip made of 7 Tech cross-cut EVA for a non-slip grip; the handles with a fish scale pattern for a fluorescent effect and match the rod color. 3D reel seat with double lock ensures your reel is secure and stable, and the aluminum reel seat features a corrosion-resistant stainless steel cover
- Durable Guide and Hook Keeper: With double-wrapped stainless steel guides, this catfish rod is built to withstand the toughest catfish fights and is built to last. The stainless steel hook retainer features a user-friendly design and is very convenient
- Medium Heavy Catfish Rods: Our catfish rods 10-80lb line rating, 1-20 oz lures, medium to heavy action while maintaining sensitivity to detect even the lightest of bites. The rods will stand up to the challenge, the best rods on the market for catching big catfish. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about catfish rods.
$98.95
FIRE STIK The 7'6" Catfish Casting Rod Fishing
- Who said a Catffish rod can't be pretty? Probably the same folks who think you have to spend $100 for a "good" casting rod.
- The 7'6" 2 piece Med/Hvy FireStik by Firewatermarine proves that they are ALL wrong With its drop dead gorgeous looks wrapped around an E-Glass/Graphite blank and Solid Stainless Steel Eyes.
- This rod has the backbone to sling 6oz lead like it was some sissy little bass lure. NOW with a NEW GLOW tip and even Heavier Duty Eyes.
- And with its light weight ergonomically designed handle and light weight composite frame it won't wear you out, while you wear out the monster kittens.
- And at half the price of comparable fishing rods? Well the tables have definitely turned.... in your favor.
$84.99
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Berkley 8’ Big Game Spinning Rod, Two Piece Surf Rod, 12-30lb Line Rating, Medium Heavy Rod Power, Moderate Fast Action, 1-4 oz. Lure Rating
- BERKLEY BIG GAME 8’ SPINNING ROD, MODERATE FAST ACTION: The Big Game series has the tensile strength required to help you reel in the big one. The perfect combination of durability and responsiveness.
- 12-30LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM HEAVY POWER: Lure rating of 1-4 oz. Designed for increased reactivity that'll help get the job done.
- FIBERGLASS BLANK CONSTRUCTION: The tubular fiberglass blank construction helps you reel in even the toughest fish. Weighing in at 13.2 oz and paired with durable components, it's a sturdy rod that won't break the bank.
- 6 DURABLE GUIDES: Titanium Oxide guides with titanium oxide inserts give this rod added strength and control when in action and a smoother cast every time.
- DEPENDABLE REEL SEAT: Graphite reel seat provides added balance to any sturdy rod, creating a stable and dependable anchor point for the reel. Type-A EVA rod handle maximizes comfort to reduce hand strain.
$29.97
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Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish Special Casting Fishing Rods, 8' - Medium Heavy - 10-30lb - 2pc
- Ugly Tech construction with a combination of graphite and fiberglass to create a strong, yet sensitive rod
- Ugly Tuff one piece stainless steel guides provide maximum durability and eliminate insert pop-outs
- Ugly Stik Clear Tip delivers extra strength right where you need it and is sensitive to the lightest strike
- Full Rubberized Shrink Wrapped Handles
- 7-year rod warranty
$55.87
ANCIENT MARINER Catfish Fishing Rods, 7'6" One-Piece Glow with Black Light Ancient Mariner Albatross Catfishing Casting Rod, Medium Heavy（Yellow）
- New Design Catfish Rod: ANCIENT MARINER 7'6" one-piece glow in the dark catfish fishing rod. Great balance of sensitivity and durability. Specially designed for catfish
- Glow with Black Light: Ancient mariner catfishing rod's full body glow with black light ensures that you won't miss a single strike, making it perfect for nighttime catfishing and maximizing catch rates (Please note that a period of time with a UV light before going fishing will give an even more luminous effect)
- Durable and Strong: Double wrapped stainless steel guides, aluminum reel seats with double lock, hook lock, bright color spliced EVA foam non-slip grips to match baitcaster colors
- Ancient Mariner Catfish Rod: 1 piece guides for super smooth long distance casting. 10-65lb line rating，1-12oz lure， Medium heavy action while maintaining the sensitivity to detect even the lightest of bites. It can withstand every challenge that comes its way. Best Casting rod on the market for big catfish
- All ancient mariner rods come with a lifetime warranty non-transferable
$99.99
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