The Okuma Record Chaser series of rods are the latest addition to Okuma’s wide range of big game-specific rods targeting huge Gar and Catfish.
The Record Chaser rod series was developed and tested in conjunction with Okuma product tester and big game enthusiast Kirk Kirkland. Kirk has made a name for himself targeting big fish and is one of the top IGFA record holders in the world. The Techniques and various stresses placed on a fishing rod when targeting large catfish, alligator gar, paddlefish, and even sturgeon are all very similar.
The Record Chaser rods contain five models covering various lengths and actions. 7 foot 6-inch medium-heavy, 8-foot medium-heavy, 9 foot medium heavy, 10 foot heavy, and 11 foot heavy. These are all spinning models and built with a two-piece tip over butt construction for the ultimate in durability as well as Okuma’s UFR: Ultimate Flex Technology for added strength while fighting these brutal fish. The blanks are all 24-ton carbon for responsiveness, durability, and strength.
The components were hand-chosen by John and Kirk and feature full camo EVA foam grips for comfort and durability, stainless steel deep press guide frames with titanium oxide inserts for use with braided lines, as well as a stainless steel welded tip guide for added strength.
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