GET THE LATEST

News

FISHING TIPS, EVENTS & MORE

2025 Okuma Holiday Gift Guide

  Find the perfect Okuma gear at any price - under $50, $50 - $150, or over $150.   And...

READ MORE
2025 Okuma Holiday Gift Guide

Understanding Line Measurements on Fishing Reels

When precision matters, whether you’re trolling deep for walleye, running planer boards for salmon, or working suspended trout offshore, knowing exactly how much line you have out is the key to consistency and success. That’s where line counter reels come in.

READ MORE
Understanding Line Measurements on Fishing Reels

Building the Perfect Travel Fishing Kit: Okuma’s Ultimate Portable Setups for Every Adventure

Whether you’re hopping a flight to Baja, chasing trout in a hidden alpine stream, or casting swimbaits across a distant lake, having the right travel-ready fishing setup makes all the difference. Okuma has designed a full range of portable, high-performance travel rods and reels to keep you prepared no matter where your fishing adventures take you.

READ MORE
Building the Perfect Travel Fishing Kit: Okuma’s Ultimate Portable Setups for Every Adventure

New Minnesota Ice Fishing Rule: Hook-Setting Devices Now Legal

Ice anglers in Minnesota just got some exciting news. A long-standing regulation has officially changed, opening the door to a new tool on the ice. For years, Minnesota was one of the last states to ban hook-setting devices, but as of now, they’re legal to use when fishing through the ice.

READ MORE
New Minnesota Ice Fishing Rule: Hook-Setting Devices Now Legal

Testing Okuma Gear on the Columbia: Three Days with Addicted Fishing

Three days. Three fisheries. One purpose. To put Okuma’s latest gear through real-world tests in the Pacific Northwest. From battling Columbia River salmon to releasing six-foot sturgeon and chasing elusive tiger musky, the Addicted Fishing crew pushed every rod and reel to its limit. The result? A deep dive into what makes great gear more than just tackle, it’s the link between you and the water.

READ MORE
Testing Okuma Gear on the Columbia: Three Days with Addicted Fishing

Fishing the Bay Area: Species, Techniques, and the Perfect Gear

The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the most unique and productive fisheries in the country. With its mix of saltwater, brackish, and freshwater influences, the Bay offers anglers the opportunity to target an incredible variety of species year-round. From Striped Bass and Halibut to Salmon, Sturgeon, and even Leopard Shark, the Bay is a true playground for fishermen. Insert- Okuma Bay Area Custom Rods

READ MORE
Fishing the Bay Area: Species, Techniques, and the Perfect Gear
Showing: 1-6 of 207