Okuma gives you the most options for salmon fishing with, different speeds, different sizes, line counters, no line counters, and they are relatively inexpensive
This allows for immediate lure control and makes it much easier to detect subtle bites before the rod even loads
The ATD Type-L drag system performs exceptionally when it matters most, allowing controlled line release during sudden runs before progressively increasing drag pressure to maintain control throughout the fight
Features FEATURES: 9 Stainless Steel bearings + 1 roller bearing Carbon drag system Stainless steel guides with zirconium inserts Braid ready spool Premium grade cork handles Carbon rotor Fenwick custom ergonomic reel seat Machined aluminum handle **Weight reduction is on average, based on controlled lab setting, compared to prior generation HMG rods without Powerlux resin Powerlux 100 delivers a 13% *stronger and 8% **lighter weight rod while maintaining sensitivity and balance Magnesium body *Strength test results are on average, based on controlled lab testing, compared to prior generation HMG rods without Powerlux resin Machined aluminum gear Limited 5-year rod manufacturer warranty SPECIFICATIONS:
One outstanding feature of this reel is the bearing count
That fact took a little of the high-gloss sheen off the thing for me, but I am a sucker for odd-sized rods even still