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Okuma Introduces a New Version of the Solaris Surf Rod Series at ICAST 2021

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This year at ICAST 2021 in Orlando, Florida, Okuma announced the release of a new, upgraded version of their popular Solaris Surf Rod Series. In this video, John Bretza, Director of Product Development at Okuma, gives the Inventive Fishing crew an introduction to this new rod series. This Inventive Fishing New Product Introduction is for […]

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New Surf Reel from Okuma: Rockaway 8000

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Last year, Okuma introduced the Rockaway 6000 spinning reel; this year at Icast 2021 in Orlando, Okuma introduced the new Rockaway 8000 spinning reel designed for surf casting. In this New Product Introduction, John Bretza of Okuma offers an introduction to this new spinning reel. This Inventive Fishing New Product Introduction is for informational purposes […]

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New Product Introduction: Coronado CDX Baitfeeder Spinning Reel by Okuma

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Okuma introduced a new line of Coronado CDX Baitfeeder spinning reels at Icast 2017. John Bretza, the Product manager with Okuma took some time to introduce us to this new line of powerful reels. This Inventive Fishing New Product Introduction is for informational purposes only. Inventive Fishing has not field-tested the product addressed here and, […]

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New Product Introduction: Okuma’s Tesoro Star Drag Reel (ICAST 2017)

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Okuma Fishing Tackle introduced a number of great new products at ICAST 2017, including the new Tesoro Star Drag Reel. Okuma’s own John Bretza took the time to introduce us to this powerful little reel. This Inventive Fishing New Product Introduction is for informational purposes only. Inventive Fishing has not field-tested the product addressed here […]

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Gear Reviews

Gear Review: Okuma Inspira Saltwater Spinning Reel

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Okuma’s Inspira Saltwater Spinning Reel is an ideal, price-conscious inshore spinning reel that can take up the punishment that shallow water species like trout, redfish, snook, and jacks dole out. All-in-all this reel is well-designed for inshore and flats fishing. FISH ON!    

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Gear Reviews

Gear Review: Okuma Azores Saltwater Spinning Reels and Shadow Stalker Gulf Coast Series Rods

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Looking for a professional-grade nearshore and inshore spinning outfit? Check out Okuma brands’ Azores saltwater spinning reel and pair it with Okuma’s Shadow Stalker Gulf Coast Series Rods. The two pieces of top-notch gear are designed to work well together, and as we show in this review, are built to take on some rugged fishing […]

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New Product Introduction: Okuma Komodo SS

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Okuma has introduced the new Komodo SS Baitacsting reel . The original Komodo 350 size baitcast reels has been the recipient of tremendous accolades.  For 2017, the Komodo family welcomes the Komodo SS, featuring a new 450 size and stainless steel drive system. Komodo SS reels are available in both 350 and 450 sizes, twin paddle or power […]

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New Product Introduction: Okuma Metaloid

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Okuma’s Metaloid reels have been around for a few years, setting new tournament-quality standards. This year, Okuma is introducing a new Metaloid spinning reel. John Bretza of Okuma Tackle took some time at Icast 2016 to introduce the new Metaloid Spinning reel. This Inventive Fishing New Product Introduction is for informational purposes only. Inventive Fishing […]

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New Product Introduction: Okuma’s Makaira Spinning Reel

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Okuma has introduced a revolutionary new spinning reel for offshore angling. It’s a spinning reel designed to go after the biggest of the big fish. John Bretza, Director of Product Development with Okuma Fishing Tackle and Savage Gear, took some time at Icast 2016 to introduce the new Makaira Spinning Reels. This Inventive Fishing New […]

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New Product Introduction: Okuma Azores Spinning Reels

Okuma’s Azores spinning reels are designed with strength and stability in mind. The reels feature dies-cast aluminum bodies, side plate and rotor, machine cut pinion gear and the Okuma Dual Force Drag system that turns out up to 44 pounds of max drag. The reels have dual anti-reverse systems, massive oversized spool shafts and grease-packed […]

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