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Brand: Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp.
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The Okuma Avenger A Series spinning reels offer a tremendous value in durable, super-smooth six ball-bearing front drag reels. Okuma has done it again by increasing the spool capacities for each size Avenger A while decreasing the overall weights, thanks to the totally redesigned spools and and thinner, stronger blade bodies. The patented Elliptical Oscillation System provides a smoothness normally found in reels priced much higher than the Avenger A Series.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4 stars
(based on 33 reviews)
91% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Durable(18), Easy casting(24), Line doesn't tangle(16), Reliable(19), Smooth drag system(21)
Best Uses:
Jigging(6), Ocean fishing(10), River fishing(15), Shore casting(16), Trolling(6)
Describe Yourself:
Avid fisher(24), Casual fisher(3), Professional(3)
Was this a gift?:
No(10)
 
good product would buy it again.
By chowhoundVerified Purchaser from southern oregon on 3/16/2011
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging, River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I use it on a 10 ft rod for bank fishing. works great.

 
good real for the price
By Mr BVerified Purchaser from Michigan on 3/16/2011
Pros:
Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing, Shore Casting, Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
Yes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I bought this real for my son who is a kayak fisherman on rivers for steelhead, bass, and all freshwater fish. Smooth cranking and a decent drag from what I observed when it arrived

 
Perfect for trout
By Big Brother from Ohio on 2/19/2011
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Great for small stream/river fishing. Lightweight, quiet & fast. Perfect ultalight reel.

 
a feel good reel
By live to fishVerified Purchaser from rosedale, la. on 2/2/2011
Pros:
Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

smooth casting, use for trout and red fish

 
Quality Product
By Nitty GrittyVerified Purchaser from McGaheysville, Va on 1/19/2011
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Shore Casting, Trout Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

This product is reflects Okuma's fine workmanship. The reel is incredibly smooth and balanced.

 
The perfect ultra- light reel.
By Older Brother from Newton Falls, Ohio on 1/4/2011
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

The AV-15a model is the perfect ulta-light fishing reel. Light weight, quiet and tough. The drag system has alot of muscle for a small reel.

 
smooth, solid performer
By Steelhead DaveVerified Purchaser from Rochester, NY on 11/29/2010
Pros:
Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
Twists Line
Best Uses:
Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

smoother than my Daiwas, this is a nice solid quality instrument. But I wish the additional spool (supplied with this reel) was the same quality as the primary metal spool rather than plastic... maybe Okuma could offer the option of adding additional metal spools with the initial order.

 
NOT MY FIRST BUT DEFINITELY MY LAST REEL
By Rockin Randy, Tight Line FishingVerified Purchaser from Costa Rica / Colorado on 11/2/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Reliable, Retrieve Timing Perfect, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
Could be easier to maint
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, Perfect Balance, River Fishing, Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

The retrieve speed of a casting reel is vital and this is perfect with float lures 3' to 5' depth.
Maintenance could be simplified quite easily w/ break away clips. But all in all, it's a great reel.

 
ONE OF THE BEST I EVER OWNED
By Rockin Randy from Glenwood Springs, CO & Costa Rica on 10/12/2010
Pros:
A65A not others, Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Reeling, The A65a is close great
Best Uses:
1 problem drag, Ocean Fishing, River Fishing, Shore Casting, Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

The A65A series is a great reel, so's the larger one. The lesser reels tend to not be as dependable but are good for begginners. I fish 6 days a week, own fishing resorts in Costa Rica and fish Colorado Rivers almost daily. These are care free reels, even if maintenance is ignored, to a degree. Beats all the newer reels I've worked in business and professionally. In fact I'm ordering more as I write. Randy Smith, Glenwood Springs, CO. P.O. Box 986, 81602 Feel free to call. 970-945-9723
Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

 
great reel
By nofishVerified Purchaser from pittsburgh pa on 10/7/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging, River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

very smooth reel

 
Simply amazing combo
By SalmonkillerVerified Purchaser from chicago IL on 10/4/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Awesome light weight rod and reel. Casts far and I have caught a huge King salmon on it the first time i went out. Will definetly look into buying another one in the near future

 
Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reel/Rod
By BoothVerified Purchaser from Alaska on 6/18/2010
Pros:
Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
None
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

We were fishing form the boat for pike and silver salmon. the feeling the rod has is great. It is very sensitive. It is very easy to cast. It is a great rod.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
This is "THE Big" surf casting reel.
By UnihawkerVerified Purchaser from Walnut Creek, California on 6/17/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging, Ocean Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I surf cast along the mid California coast and this reel has worked great on my 10 foot Custom Striker grafite pole with both bait and jigs from 3 oz. up to 12 oz. that I have used. I have had no problems after trying it out over several weekends off the shore and with a lighter rod on two costal rivers. The extra plastic bail really came in handy when I went up a river from the beach and needed to change to a lighter test line. The reel is smooth and dependable and holds enough line to make those long casts out past the breakers with out having to go out to far. This is the first Okuma product I have purchased and will buy more considering the exelent quality.

 
Good for your money
By the big bVerified Reviewer from New York, New York on 5/18/2010
Pros:
Durable, Line Doesn't Tangle, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Im pleased with this reel. It has a smooth drag system and enough durability to survive many winter steelhead seasons. Larger models work great for salmon, as well as the smaller models for steelhead. This reel is not the best, but its what you should expect from a cheaper reel.

 
I recomend highly
By Little MikeyVerified Purchaser from Lavallette, NJ on 4/21/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, Shore Casting, Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Very easy to use. Smooth and good casting.

 
Good value and durable
By Phil the FishermanVerified Purchaser from Jersey Shore, NJ on 4/21/2010
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, Shore Casting, Trolling
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Good reel for moderate boat and shore casting. affordable and reliable.

 
Great Steelhead Combo
By Dana ZVerified Purchaser from Ashtabula, OH on 4/12/2010
Pros:
Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Smooth Reeling
Cons:
Reel has a long throat
Best Uses:
Steelkead Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Have caught more steelhead this season than ever before!

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31 inch Steelhead

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31 inch Steelhead.

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This is a pretty good reel for the price
By steelheadlyVerified Purchaser from North Fork Idaho on 3/16/2010
Pros:
Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Drag System
Cons:
Has a bail glitch
Best Uses:
River Fishing, Steelhead fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

So far, this reel has performed well on steelhead up to 12 lbs. Looking forward to using it with lighter line/pole combo for trout

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This fish was caught in pretty swift water.

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poor workmanship
By billmVerified Reviewer from brunswick,ga on 12/8/2009
Cons:
Hard To Maintain
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Casual Fisher
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I have had 3 of these reel break off where they connect to the rod. Every time i had a fish on. The warrenty stinks. You pay shipping both ways and have to pay for money order. They told me they had some bad reels out. Then they should pay shipping. Then instead of a new reel you get a rebuilt one. No more okuma for me!

 
very bad reel
By billmVerified Reviewer from brunswick ga on 12/5/2009
Cons:
Hard To Maintain
Describe Yourself:
Casual Fisher
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I have had 4 of these reels break where they attatch to the rod.Okuma says they had some bad ones and will replace them. [...] I woula think if you put a bad product on the market you would replace it free of charge. I will not buy okuma any more. Will go with a reel that is built sturdier.

FishUSA.com Response: Please contact Okuma if you have problems with this reel.
 
I would buy it.
By Mike the FishermanVerified Purchaser from Ortley Beach, N.J. on 11/25/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Casual Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Good product for price. Easy to use.

 
Good Quality Combo
By Steelhead JoeVerified Purchaser from Connecticut on 11/16/2009
Pros:
Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Bought this combo to fish the Salmon River in Pulaski NY. Haven't been able to use it yet, but by the look and feel of it, the rod seems to be well built. The reel feels solid and well built as well.

 
Not a bad little reel
By MarkoTVerified Purchaser from Puyallup, Wa on 10/19/2009
Pros:
Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Great reel, good price. Landed a 15 lb Coho with it on the Carbon River this weekend.

 
Sorry - very disappointing product
By professorVerified Purchaser from New York on 10/11/2009
Cons:
Difficult To Cast, Difficult To Reel, Tangles Line, Twists Line
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I was looking forward to using this reel, but was soon disappointed when I tried it out. The line dragged too much when casting and it was difficult to get any distance even with a heavier lure. It was difficult to reel and release the bail, and the line was constantly getting tangled and twisted. The reel was also too heavy for my liking. It was very frustrating fishing with it.

 
Great rod and reel combo!
By CurveballVerified Purchaser from Chicago, ILO on 9/30/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Very lite weight and easy to handle

 
great reel for the price
By harbrackVerified Purchaser from little st simons island ga on 8/27/2009
Pros:
Durable, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Novice
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

only problem we've had! have had two reels break off at the handle. other than that great reel

 
Nice reels ... good value
By Retired Old PartVerified Purchaser from Rockaway, N.J. on 8/4/2009
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Bought these reels to give to my grandsons ... tried them out and liked them so much I kept them myself. But they can borrow them any time they want.

 
A great reel for the money
By JimVerified Purchaser from Muskegon, Michigan on 7/31/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Very smooth and well made

 
Very smooth retrieve
By Big JonVerified Purchaser from New Jersey on 8/11/2008
Pros:
Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

Used for jigging in Canada for Walleye, very smooth retrieve, seems to be sturdy, only time will tell. Bail works well.

 
well worth the price
By Fishin DanVerified Purchaser from MD on 8/7/2008
Pros:
Easy Casting, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing, River Fishing, Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

good combo for anything from salmon to large cats and rock fish

 
The Best Bargain For YellowTail Snapper
By Capt Larry "two Girls"Verified Purchaser from Marathon, Florida on 7/15/2008
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Low Maintenance, Reliable, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Ocean Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I have fished commercially for Yellowtail Snapper, Mangrove Snapper and Grouper for 12 years. My standard reel has always been the Penn 750. The newer models have not withstood the pressure of heavy use. The Okuma Avenger 65a and Okuma Epixor 65a have proved to be far superior in all aspects.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Love the reel - smooth , long casting
By noneVerified Purchaser from Henderson, nv on 7/7/2008
Pros:
Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Jigging, River Fishing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I like the smooth action of this reel

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I would buy this reel again.
By Trout Killer from North Carolina on 1/9/2008
Pros:
Durable, Easy Casting, Line Doesn't Tangle, Reliable, Smooth Drag System, Smooth Reeling
Best Uses:
Shore Casting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Fisher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Avenger A Series Spinning Reels:

I have used a lot of reals and this one works very well.I have one of the first with the small real spool. But with the new spool this should be a very useful device because of the ability to let the fish run a little more.I use this on a six foot rod and have cought some large trout and drum many times, I have been using the 6# test line, it works very well with this real

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