By Okuma® Staff

Light Up the Night with UV Reactive Gear for Better Catfishing Success

Nighttime catfishing is one of the most exciting ways to chase big fish. Darkness brings out the giants, and the quiet water creates the perfect setting for those heavy, confidence-building bites. The challenge, of course, is visibility. Seeing your rod tip, watching for subtle movement, and staying aware of what is happening around your setup can be tough without the right gear. This is where UV reactive products come into play and they can completely transform the night fishing experience.

Cat Slayer and Cat Slayer Custom

The Okuma Cat Slayer lineup was designed with night anglers in mind. These rods and reels use UV reactive paint that lights up brightly under a black light. This glow makes it incredibly easy to see every twitch, bump, or load-up on the rod tip. You get instant visual feedback even in complete darkness. When you are targeting big blues and flatheads, this can be the difference between reacting quickly or missing the bite altogether.

The Cat Slayer and Cat Slayer Custom Rods are built for heavy duty performance. Their UV reactive green and orange finishes look sharp in daylight and come alive at night. Under a black light, the colors explode with brightness and give you a clear line of sight straight to your rod tip. The strong backbone, sensitive tip, and rugged components make these rods ideal for any style of catfishing. Whether you are fishing from the bank, a dock, or anchored in current, these rods help you stay in control and stay connected.

Okuma also offers Cat Slayer Custom Reels in both spinning and baitfeeder models. These reels look great with their matching UV reactive accents and perform even better. The baitfeeder option is especially popular with night anglers because it allows catfish to take the bait without feeling resistance. Once the time is right, you can flip the lever and engage the main drag instantly. With UV reactive green and orange elements built into the design, the reels are just as visible as the rods when the black light hits them.

Why The Cat Slayer Lineup

The full Cat Slayer system was made for nighttime fishing and for the anglers who thrive in low light conditions. By combining UV reactive paint with durable materials and catfish friendly features, Okuma has created tools that make night fishing far more effective and far more enjoyable. When your gear glows brightly and clearly shows your bite, your confidence skyrockets and your hookup rate goes up with it.

If you want to fish smarter at night and give yourself every advantage possible, UV reactive gear is the way to go. The Okuma Cat Slayer lineup is built to help you see more, react faster, and connect with the big cats that come out after dark.

And of course, they work great during the day too!