No products in the cart.
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
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
Okuma Joins the Fight to Protect Nantucket’s White Marlin
Every summer, anglers wait for that short window when the white marlin push into the Nantucket Shoals, hoping to get...
READ MORE
Surf Fishing in Southern California: Targeting Halibut, Perch, and Corbina
Surf fishing in Southern California is one of the most rewarding ways to fish. No boat required, just you, the beach, and the ocean’s edge. Whether you’re chasing numbers of perch, stalking corbina, or dreaming of that monster halibut, the right mix of techniques, bait, and gear will put you in the game.
READ MORE
Choosing the Right Reel for Land Based Shark Fishing
Land Based Shark Fishing (LBSF) has deep roots in the angling world. What began as a niche pursuit decades ago, adventurous anglers battling massive predators from the sand, has now evolved into a worldwide community of dedicated fishermen pushing the limits of gear, technique, and conservation. And Okuma has been in support of this fishery with the introduction of the Makaira LBS - Land Based Shark reels.
READ MORE
How to Switch the Retrieval on Your SLVb Fly Reel
We get asked quite often about how to change your fly reel from left hand to right hand retrieve. It really is a fairly simple process. Here are the steps using the SLVb fly reel. The other Okuma fly reels are very similar and you'll go through the same basic process.
READ MORE
