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Brand: Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp.

Located in: Rods, Salmon-Steelhead Rods, Okuma

Okuma#39;s Connoisseur salmon-steelhead spinning rods offer an exceptional value in a graphite rod. They feature cork grips, a 90% carbon graphite blank, aluminum oxide guides and graphite reel seats with stainless steel cushioned hoods. They are finished in a deep grey with blue wrappings. The butt grips are straight and the fore grips are slightly cigar-shaped.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.1 stars

(based on 20 reviews)

89% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Accurate casting(12), Durable(9), Easy to transport(9), Flexible(11), Good tip action(13)

Cons:

Not durable(3)

Best Uses:

Large fish(8), Ocean fishing(4), River fishing(14), Small fish(4)

Describe Yourself:

Avid fisher(18)

Less than expected

By Salm Salm

from NY, NY on 11/2/2009

Cons:

Breaks Easily

Describe Yourself:

Casual Fisher

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

This rod doesn't have much in the way of action. I bought two and one broke while fighting a fish with 8 pound test line. The line should have broken long before the rod did. [...]

Excellent Rod for the Money!!

By My Wife's a Fishing Widow

from West Michigan on 10/31/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Sensitive

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

The Steelhead have been starting to trickle in so I took the rod out and tested it right away. Caught 2 nice ones (8 & 9 lbs) my first day out and several more since then. The rod handled the fish with no problems. It did a great job of protecting my light line and was sensitive enough to feel the light bite. An awesome value. (Especially if you are as hard on your gear as I am.)

not even good enough for firewood

By gate

from san ramon calif on 10/19/2009

Pros:

Horrible rods

Cons:

Garbage, Poor Construction

Best Uses:

Never again for okuma, Small Fish

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

whippy rods, 9 and 10 footer, tips broke with first fish, three pound trout.
i've have been fishing for over 50 years and these rods are junk, junk, junk
i would send them back but the cost isn't what they are worth, save your money and buy a shimano, fish usa has lost a customer

Not a bad rod for the money

By professor

from New York on 10/11/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Easy To Transport

Cons:

Too Stiff

Best Uses:

Large Fish, Ocean Fishing, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

This is not a bad rod for the money. It is well constructed and looks great with the cork handles, but it is a little stiff and a bit heavy when matched with the right sized reel that holds 10 to 12 lb. line. Can be quite tiring and cause a stiff back if you fish a long time.

Great rod but easy on the tip

By metal head

from Spokane Washington on 10/6/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Flexible, Good Tip Action

Cons:

Breaks Easily

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I drift a lot of eggs for steelhead and this rod works well. You do have to be careful with the tips though becuase they break too easy.b

Excellent Rod!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By KingFisher

from Tacoma Washington on 10/6/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

The Rod speaks for it self!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I enjoyed it, but it broke!

By Dave the

from San Francisco, CA on 9/8/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action

Cons:

Breaks Easily

Best Uses:

Estuary Fishing, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I caught and released quite a few silver salmon in the 12 to 14 pound range over the course of a morning in Kodiak, Alaska. The length and flexibility of the rod made casting #4 & #5 Silver Fox spinners quite effective and the rod handled these fish easily on 8# line. Unfortunately the tip broke off just above the ferrule closest to the tip. I did not notice any signs of damage or construction defects.

I enjoyed using the rod and will either repair or replace it. I would recommend it because it is a very good buy.

VERY GOOD. I WOULD BUY THESE RODS AGAIN

By THE OLD FISHERMAN

from CANADIAN LAKES, MICHIGAN on 8/10/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Large Fish, Small Fish

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I USE THIS ROD FOR BASS FISHING.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Excellence all the way around.

By pete

from Tunkhannock, PA on 7/31/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Shore fishing for trout

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I find this rod to be great all the way around. I think it's safe to say that "if you take care of it then it will take care of you" and perform very well as advertised.

Nice Rod

By Grumpy from Eastern OREGON on 5/26/2009

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Easy To Transport, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I bought this rod after useing an ultra light & was surprized with the action & performance. I would rate it 4 stars

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A Sheer Delight in Every Bite

By PAPA

from cARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA on 8/26/2008

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Large Fish, Ocean Fishing, River Fishing, Small Fish

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I've enjoyed using my new Okuma rod to cast light (4 lb test) line in the California surf. The rod is real responsive when the bite is light and also has the backbone to land heavier fish.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good Value Fishing Rod

By shirofish

from Torrance, CA on 3/18/2008

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Ocean Fishing, Small Fish

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

The extra length is perfect for surf fishing along the coast even though it is a steelhead rod.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Good pole

By nlawvere

from IN on 3/13/2008

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action

Cons:

Handle bit long

Best Uses:

Large Fish, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

Good pole by Okuma

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

okuma conseirerur combo

By jeff the deer slayer

from philadelphia on 3/13/2008

Pros:

Durable, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Large Fish, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

perfect for anything nice backbone

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

real nice rod

By John

from Houston, TX on 3/10/2008

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Good Tip Action

Cons:

None so far

Best Uses:

Ocean Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Casual Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

Nice rod to use everytime

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Rod For the $$$$

By Tulsa Striper Nut

from Oklahoma on 2/22/2008

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I use the 8' medium river fishing for striper...not many steelhead around here. Medium can land 20lb striper in moving current. Great rod for the money.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Classic SteelHead Rod

By The Grifter

from Oswego New York on 2/20/2008

Pros:

Flexible, Sensitive

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 Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

This rod has a very short butt section where the reel is close to the bottom of the rod, however it is great for quick hook sets, and it balances nice for those long days on the river.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good Deal

By Skunk Ape

from West Seneca, NY on 2/12/2008

Pros:

Easy To Transport, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Large Fish, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

I bought this rod for my g/f - for chucking spoons and spinners for salmon and trout. She caught a nice Lake Ontario brown trout on her first outting with this rod. For the $ it's a great rod.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Value for the Price

By Bigboy98

from Avon, OH on 1/31/2008

Pros:

Easy To Transport, Flexible, Good Tip Action, Sensitive

Best Uses:

Large Fish, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

This is a very reliable rod and reel combination. For the avid fisherman you would be hard pressed to find a better value in a Steelhead package.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Not bad for the price

By Kevin

from pittsburgh pa on 1/26/2008

Pros:

Accurate Casting, Durable, Flexible

Cons:

Hard To Transport

Best Uses:

Large Fish, River Fishing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Fisher

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp. Okuma Connoisseur Salmon-Steelhead Rods:

Rod is a good deal for the money.

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