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Okuma Nomad Travel Rods
Okuma Nomad Travel Rods

Step on to the boat for the first day of your dream fishing trip and you get the first look at the lodge gear. Inspecting the faded finish pitted guides and disintegrating handles dont say we didnt try to help. Okuma Nomad Travel rods were constructed for anglers who want their total experience to... equal the quality of their destination and that includes fishing great rods. Constructed in three pieces and utilizing European spigot ferrules Nomad Travel rods deliver one-piece rod performance. Each model includes two tip sections one lighter and one heavier to increase versatility while keeping luggage to a minimum. Premium components were chosen for rock-solid durability. Secured in a custom padded and waterproof case Nomad Travel rods travel easily in overhead luggage bins alleviating the difficulty and expense of long rod tubes.Features3-section break down for easy travel2 tips with different actions with each rodEuropean spigot ferrule connections for true one piece rod feelALPS 316 SS guide frames with zirconium guide insertsALPS 2 tone anodized aluminum triangular reel seatALPS anodized aluminum gimbal with protective butt capProtective water resistant travel bagLimited lifetime warranty

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Hockey Review Rating 87%
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Popularity: 13389
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$199.99
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For big species

Wilmot G.
3 years ago

Heavy and strong construction. For the bid game,

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Very Heavy

Anonymous
3 years ago

I ordered this rod for an upcoming Florida keys fishing trip. Most of the fishing would be casting small lures. This rod was thicker then my offshore tuna rods. I exchanged this rod for the Okuma Nomad Inshore ML rod and couldn’t be happier. The components on both rods are top quality but the inshore model fit my needs better.

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For heavy jiggs only

Lostatsurf
3 years ago

Unless u plan to drop heavy jiggs for tuna or other big fish this rod is not the typical all around travel boat rod. Quality and proce is great and unmatchable. However, I found it to me to heavy for my needs. Also… u need a 8000+ series reel for this in case u don’t have one.

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Great travel rod!

Manny
3 years ago

This is the perfect travel rod! high quality components and a great carrying case.

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The Most Versatile Fresh and Salt Water All-In-One Spinning Rod!

Anonymous
3 years ago

I used this rod in freshwater with the Medium tip, then went to salt water with the MH tip. It has great action and with both tips, and it feels like a one-piece rod. I want to order the travel Surf rod now that is 10 foot. I use to pay $50 to ship my rods from California to Florida (one way) with United State Postal Service, and would have to do this one week before arriving,… read more then I would have to spend another $50 to ship them back. Now, I can just Carry them on the plane with me, and save the shipping costs. Even though the Okuma Travel Rods cost more initially, they will pay for themselves in the long run. And the Nomad Travel Rod has a lifetime warranty.

Thank you Tackle Direct for making it possible for me to afford an Okuma Travel Rod!

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Rod is great- super high quality

Cole
3 years ago

Very sturdy excellent quality came with case too

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Sweet Travel Rod

The R.
6 years ago

Well made great looking rod. The spigot ferrule will take some getting used to, the gap when seated does not feel right and looks awkward. Performance will be the real judge, I will trust the rod's designers to know their craft.

The rod has one hell of a backbone and should have no problem landing an AJ.

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Nice rod

Chau
6 years ago

The rod are so nice and look like it very well made

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Heavy

Dave
8 years ago

Top quality but to heavy for casting all day

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Great Truck Rod

Ron
8 years ago

Great portable rod to keep in the truck, or car. I drive to and from work via the ocean and stop often cast for a bit. Great little rod for that, or just skip work :-)

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Almost perfect travel rod

Gerardo
8 years ago

it is a very cool travel rod, was more than i expected from a travel rod that is 60lb rate for braid with MH tip,

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Excellent travel rod

Thomas
9 years ago

I took it to the Keys for Mahi-Mahi fishing. It was fantastic! I hooked into a couple of Tuna as well. I was glad I had a strong rod. Excellent value!!

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Its a good rod

Cordell
9 years ago

its really good i like and is well to use

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Seriously heavy duty travel rod

Chris
10 years ago

Bought this for deep dropping from a head oat, while traveling with the family. It should handle 16 ounces of lead and meat while dragging for tilefish without a problem. It's not light, but the quality is really good. Since I can't take a one piece in the van with the kids, this is the best option.

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Solid

Bassachusetts
10 years ago

Versatile, compact, good looking rod

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Okuma Nomad Travel Rods Questions and Answers

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Asked by Samad Abdul nasser 6 years ago

The MEDIUM LIGHT OKUMA NOMA TRAVEL ROD reel set is fit on lexa wnn 300 model

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Rebecca 6 years ago

The Daiwa Lexa WN Baitcasting Reel 300 size does fit on this rod but it is not ideal. Rather than a baitcaster I suggest pairing this rod with a conventional reel.

Asked by Jose Vicente Junsan 9 years ago

Hi, Will the guides of this rod handles braid fishing lines? Thanks for advice/ recommendation. Vic

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John 9 years ago

Absolutely! These rods are built to be fished with braided lines.

Asked by Jose Vicente Junsan 9 years ago

Hi John, Thanks for the previous information you have given me, re. Okuma Nomad Travel Rods. I have bought the Model, NT-S-703L-ML from TackleDirect sometime ago but as of this time have not use it. I am also planning to buy the spinning reel and braid

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Frank 9 years ago

Jose, I recommend you take a look at the 3000 or 4000 Shimano Stradic Ci4.

Asked by Wil 9 years ago

Hello I have a travel rod in the 15 to 40 pound range and looking for a good reel to pair with it that I can use a reel clamp with the ALPS triangular reel seat. I can't find a reel that can fit on the reel seat with a clamp. Suggestions?

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Frank 9 years ago

Wil, I checked out a couple of reels in the Avet line. The smallest reel that will fit your rod is the LX and JX. The combo feels very good in your hand and is very balanced.

Asked by hank jensen 9 years ago

im looking at the nt-c-703m-mh model travel rod. I cant tell if its a spinning rod or not.

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Kaitryn 9 years ago

That specific rod you mentioned would be paired with a spinning reel.

Asked by Todd 7 years ago

How long is the rod I'm case after taking apart for traveling on airplane

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Donald 7 years ago

The length of the rod case is 32 inches.

Asked by Todd 7 years ago

The nomad 20-60 travel rod would it be good to pair it with a Penn squall 40ld.

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Donald 7 years ago

The Okuma Nomad Travel Rods 20-60 would pair well with the Penn Squall 40LD.

Asked by Chase Watson 7 years ago

hi, would this rod pair well with a shimano thunnus 8000? If so what line would you recommend. Or do you recommend another rod for kingfish and smaller tuna etc. thanks

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Donald 7 years ago

The Shimano Thunnus with 50 lb power would be a good fit for the Okuma Nomad.

Asked by Tom 7 years ago

are these available in a conventional rod (casting), not spinning

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Donald 7 years ago

The NT-C models are casting and the NT-S models are spinning.

Asked by chuck 7 years ago

would an aver jx raptor with 65 lb power pro work with this rod

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Devon 7 years ago

An Avet JX would pair well with model number NT-C-663M-MH.

Asked by Navodit 6 years ago

i want pair Okuma Nomad NT-S-703M-MH with my Penn Battle II 6000. I have heard the reel doesn't fit all rods, so i want to make sure if these two are compatible before i place the order. can you please help?

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Donald 6 years ago

I just tested the 6000 size battle on the Nomad NT-S-703M-MH and the reel is too big. i would recommend using a size 4000 Battle on the Nomad rod.

Asked by Brendan 6 years ago

Looking at the Fin-Nor Lethal reels for my Okuma Nomad NT-S-703M-MH. What size Lethal would be best? Thx

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Donald 6 years ago

The Fin Nor Lethal 20 would be the the best match for versatility and durability between the rod and the reel.

Asked by Christian 6 years ago

Will the NT-S-703M-MH pair well with the Shimano Saragosa 10000?

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Donald 6 years ago

The 10000 would be a bit heavy for the NT-S-703M-MH. The 8000 would be the best size to pair the model rod your choosing.

Asked by Hendi A Kaf 5 years ago

<p>Hello </p><p>I am going for a trip on the Amazon river and will do a lot of fishing there (lure , jig , baits ) what model should I take .(spinning)</p><p>Thanks for your help.</p><p>Hendi</p>

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Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

You can really run into anything on the amazon river I would lean towards the m/mh model <a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/okuma-nt-s-703m-mh-nomad-travel-spinning-rod.html" style="background-color:rgb(236,237,239);color:rgb(35,82,124);font-family:Ari

Asked by Samad Abdul nasser 5 years ago

How many inches long in rod case ?

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Rebecca 5 years ago

This case is 32.5 inches long.

Asked by Zackari 5 years ago

Would a shimano torium pair well with this? If so, what size? Thanks!

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Asked by Michael Rasser 5 years ago

Which of these rods would pair best with a penn fierce 6000?  Will the reel fit in the rod seat?  Thank You!

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CHARLES 5 years ago

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Asked by Ole 4 years ago

I have the NT-S-703MH and wouldn’t like to pair it with a reel that would support trolling for  yellow fin tuna, dorado, GT’s etc. I’ll use it in Christmas Island and Baja.  What penn spinfisher would you pair with this rod for that type of fishing?  I’m

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Brian 4 years ago

8500 SSVI would be on the heavy side for casting applications, but if that is not a concern that would be a good option for your listed applications. Should cover all of your bases rather well.

Asked by Bret 3 years ago

Are the line ratings of the nomad rods based on braid or on mono?<br>

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Austin Kearney 3 years ago

The rod is rated for both mono and braided lines. If you look in order chart, you'll see the line rating section. The first group of numbers is for mono, while the second is for braid. For example, the M/MH version is rated for 15-30 lb. test mono and 20-

Asked by Rogelio 2 years ago

Hello,6 <p>Looking for a good match for a Shimano Talica 16 spooled with 65# or 80# braid.  Would one of these be a good fit?  Thanks, Rogelio</p>

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Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Rogelio, Unfortunately the Okuma Nomad Travel Rods are Discontinued at this time and we will not be receiving anymore in anytime soon. Instead I would recommend a Okuma NTx-C-703MH Nomad Xpress Travel Casting Boat Rod. </span><a>https://www.tackl

Asked by Brendan Dunphy 6 years ago

how many ounces can these rods handle when casting?

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Bernie 6 years ago

The manufacture does not list a lure rating per their website here is the link:<a href="https://www.okumafishing.com/en/product/Nomad-Travel-Rod/Nomad-Travel-rod.html" target="_blank">https://www.okumafishing.com/en/product/Nomad-Travel-Rod/Nomad-Travel-r

Asked by Samad Abdul nasser 6 years ago

The light model comfortable for inshore cast and what is the weight of this ??

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Bernie 6 years ago

18.4 oz's The rod is stout but can be used for inshore fishing

Asked by Samad Abdul nasser 6 years ago

The 703NTC 7'L-ML can handle a 100lbs tuna or catfish???

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Bernie 6 years ago

While the rods are very well built it would be a stretch to use this for 100+lb tuna or catfish.

Asked by Jeremy 5 years ago

Would a Penn Fierce2LL6000 reel fit/pair on these rods? If not what would you suggest?

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Bernie 5 years ago

They would fit and balance out well another option would be the 5500 spinfisher

Asked by Samad Abdul nasser 5 years ago

This is made of china or japan

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Bernie 5 years ago

China