We get around this by packing the spool with mono line first
I could have sat it out for hours at 10m without any discomfort whatsoever, I was surprised at just how manageable the pole was at this full length, considering its price
Speaking of which, Okuma is technically no longer a purely Taiwanese brand in my opinion, since they recently concluded a partial sale of the company to the Finnish "Rapala VMC" group, a conglomerate that's been on the rise with rapid acquisitions of brands such as Suffix and 13 Fishing, in addition to the two foundational brands Rapala and VMC
US and Japanese tackle companies probably pour more money into equipment for these fish than any other
Use all necessary safety precautions before venturing out
Extends the height of the rod holder by 6, allowing for faster access when that fish strikes