Okuma Guide Series Big Bait Casting Rods - $109.99

Designed specifically for the needs of West Coast big bait fishermen, the Okuma Guide Select big bait casting rods do just what they are designed to do, throw big swimbaits. These rods were built from the ground up for just one purpose but it can double as a nice saltwater or muskie rod. The blanks are built with IM8 graphite with a graphite weave overlay on the lower section of the rod up to the first guide for added stiffness. The action is medium; the blank bends well into the mid section when flexed like a good swimbait rod should, but the power is heavy. These rods will load up nicely with a heavy lure and cast it very easily. When you‚re really reaching back for a long overhead cast, you‚ll appreciate the rounded butt cap which makes it easy to palm and grip the very base of the rod for more leverage. There is plenty of power to set the hook even at the end of a long cast but enough give so your hooks won't tear out every time a big bass lunges.

The Okuma Swimbait Rods also feature an exposed butt section to lighten up the rod and give you added sensitivity with the rod tucked under your arm. Okuma has used the cutting edge Fuji Alconite Concept Guides on this rod for their long casting ability and Fuji reel seats. There are nine guides plus the tip-top on these rods. With two power ratings available in the Okuma Guide Select big bait rods you'll find the one that's right for you. The extra heavy will handle the biggest wood and rubber baits and the heavy will handle medium to large lures. These rods will not be optimal for smaller and lighter swimbaits. If you‚ve been wanting to add a heavy duty big bait rod to your arsenal without breaking the bank, this is the rod for you.

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Comments:I own the 7'6" XH rod. This is a great rod with a lure rating of 2-8 oz. and it seems to handle lures within its rating very well. I have even thrown lures as light as 1oz with this and it handled the duty but did not excel at it. I just caught a 40lb striper off of Manasquan with this rod and it more than handled the duty. I would recommend this rod for both price and quality.

From:Bret: Levittown, PA

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Comments:Very well built for swimbaits. One of the first rod series made specifically to handle the big baits. And they are still deliver one of the best values in the market. Sensitive, very ergonomic, and light weight. With the selection the Guide Series provides, you can fish anything from 5" tourney baits to 14" wood baits. Great inshore rods too, and Ive even managed a few nice sized tuna on them. Great rods, great price!

From:Chris: So.Cal, USA

Comments:Purchased the 7'11" MH and have used it to throw Strike King Series 6 crankbaits for smallies. I can cast these lures with ease and can power in big smallmouth.

From:Chris USA

Comments:I bought this rod and they very next day I broke it on a 4 1/2 pound largemouth on the hookset, I wouldn't recommend this rod to anyone.

From:Matt: Ferndale, WA

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Okuma Big Bait Rod 7'6" Heavy

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
15-30lb 1-5oz 9+Tip Guide B
Click to View		 22-3/4" $109.99 2+
Guide B
GS-C-761H, Line Weight: 15-30 lbs. Great all around big bait rod with the power you need to throw heavy lures and the action that will allow you to fish lighter baits as well.

Okuma Big Bait Rod 7'6" Med Hvy

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
12-25lb 1/2-5oz 8+Tip Guide A
Click to View		 20-1/2" $109.99 2
Guide A
GS-C-761MH, Line Weight: 12-25 lbs.

Okuma Big Bait Rod 7'11" Med Hvy

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
Moderate Fast 12-25lb 3/4-3oz 10+Tip Guide C
Click to View		 24" $109.99 2+
Guide C
GS-C-7111MH, Line Weight: 12-25 lbs.

Okuma Big Bait Rod 7'11" Heavy

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
12-25lb 1-6oz 10+Tip Guide C
Click to View		 24" $109.99 2+
Guide C
GS-C-7111H, Line Weight: 15-30 lbs.

Okuma Big Bait Cast Rod 7'11" Hvy Tele

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
12-25lb 1-6oz 10+Tip Guide C
Click to View		 24" $109.99 Yes
Guide C
GS-C-7111HT, Line Weight: 15-30 lbs.

Okuma Big Bait Rod 7'11" Extra Hvy

Taper Line Wt. Lure Wt. Guides Handle Type Handle Length Price Stock Qty
Moderate Fast 15-40lb 2-10oz 10+Tip Guide C
Click to View		 24" $109.99 2+
Guide C
GS-C-7111XH, Line Weight: 15-40 lbs.

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