Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rods Review

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Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rods Reviews

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Luis L.
2 years ago

ES MI PRIMER CA?A DE SURF CUANDO ESTABA INICIANDO EN EL MUNDO DE LA PESCA DE ORILLA, BUSCABA UNA OPCION ECONOMICA Y LA ENCONTRE,
(IT IS MY FIRST SURF ROD WHEN I WAS STARTING IN THE WORLD OF SHORE FISHING, I WAS LOOKING FOR AN ECONOMIC OPTION AND I FOUND IT,)

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Hate how much I love this rod

Eric
2 years ago

I keep using this rod over my st croix and odm's bc of how amazing light they are.

No joke, these things are so comfortable to fish alllll day.

The medium rods have a very sensitive tip, but haven't had any issues pulling big 14in+ scup over the rails at the pier.

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Best bang for the buck

X
2 years ago

I have tons of high end surf rods but you can’t beat these for bait and wait surf rods. At an affordable price, you can find anything else on the market that can beat these. Just know these rods do feel like they run light, i have ML rods that feel like ML but I also own MH rods that feel like Medium power only.

Nice casting rod for heavy weights

Gerald K.
2 years ago

Good option for surf fishing pompano rigs with 4 oz weights

Best 12’ 1-4oz surf rod for pompano

James
2 years ago

Finally got to use my rod this weekend and slayed the pomps. Handled 4oz easy. Light enough action that fishing for pomps was fun. Most 12’ rods are rated too heavy in power for pomps. Pairs perfectly with a 5000 or 6000 reel. I have it paired with a new Saltist MQ and now my favorite pair. Bought a second rod today.

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Haven't had a chance to use it yet

Dave
2 years ago

Super lightweight 10' rod!
I have it paired with a Penn Fierce III 4000 live liner and 20lb braid.
It's a very sensitive tip that should be great for fishing in the back bays during the spring season..

Excellent rod

Murat
2 years ago

I bought two of these 10 ft MH rods for surf fishing in Ft. Laudardale. I am not a surf fisher, so I did not want to spend too much money on rods and I thought these will do. Oh boy I had great fishing with these rods and they were as good as much more expensive rods. Very light but strong while very sensitive. You can feel the smallest bite but I also caught a good size Permit read more with it and had a great fight with this rod. Don't be fooled with the price tag, they are great rods for any use on any species…

Comes as advertised

Jeffrey
2 years ago

Very Very light and good feel. Great value bought on Sale 89.99. Was shipped in a very durable container that cost extra. Paired nicely with new Stradic.

Very Pleasantly Surprised

Barry G.
2 years ago

After much internal debate (me, myself, & I) it boiled down to you can never have too much if you love what you do. 1st time surf fishing the gulf and this pole suited my needs of these once yearly trips and the Summer Michigan trips to the beaches and piers.
Second Okuma purchase and not disappointed as it's well made and balances out well with my Ceymar C-55 reel.
read more FYI, The Tackle Direct Staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful answering the few questions I had via email and chat. A far better service than provided by the big box stores.
I did reserve the purchase of terminal tackle to the local shops in order to gain additional knowledge and insight. This paid off well.

Good surf rod

Ulan
2 years ago

Very good rod for striped bass, bluefish, even Black Fish from the rocks on the surf, it has good backbone to pull them out. It has soft wiggly tip to cast far far away.

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Awesome for the money

Mark
3 years ago

I honestly don’t have a ton of experience with super expensive surf rods but I really can’t tell the difference between this one and the others I’ve tried. Loads very nicely and will throw 100yds even with heavy braid when loaded properly. Sensitive enough to see the bumps from bait thieving crabs.

Highly recommended

Reyes R.
3 years ago

Bought two 12' Okuma Rock-A-Way rod from Tackle Direct, 30/70 split. Definitely 8+bait up to 16 oz's. Super happy with my purchase. I highly recommend this spinning surf rod.

MH 10feet

Delong
3 years ago

light and strong surf rod

Okuma RA-S-1002ML Rockaway Surf Spinning Rod

Pat
3 years ago

Rod is light and has enough backbone to pull in big stripers! Great rod for plugging Light lures and great for surf perch in Cali!

Great Rod

MB
3 years ago

Used the rod paired with an Okuma bait runner real. Great combination! Caught several fish cast great, no complaints.

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Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rods Questions and Answers

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Asked by Jonathan 6 years ago

What size Daiwa BG would you pair with the 9' MH?

Bernie 6 years ago

The 4000 bg would pair up well

Asked by Doug 2 years ago

What size Okuma is a good match for a Shimano SW 8000?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Doug, I would recommend a 12ft Okuma RA-S-1202MH Rockaway Surf Spinning Rod. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/okuma-ra-s-1202mh-rockaway-surf-rod.html</a><span> This would pair and balance well with your Shimano Spheros 8000 SW for many sur

Asked by Eric 2 years ago

<p>I'm interested in buying the 10' rod that is rated RA-S-1002M. Do you think it will pair well with a Spinfisher 4500 or a heavier Slammer 4500?</p>

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Eric, The Penn Spinfisher VI 4500 would be a just a little light for that rod. I would recommend a Penn Spinfisher VI SSVI5500 Spinning Reel. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-spinfisher-vi-ssvi5500-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This wou

Asked by Dodari Fishing 2 years ago

For the 10' RA-S-1002M (OKM-0815) rod, would it pair well with a Penn Spinfisher VI 4500? If not (ie the reel is too light), how heavy of a Penn or Shimano reel would you recommend?<br />

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>The Penn Spinfisher VI 4500 would be a just a little light for that rod. I would recommend a Penn Spinfisher VI SSVI5500 Spinning Reel. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-spinfisher-vi-ssvi5500-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This would pair a

Asked by murat 2 years ago

Is it a good match to use the Stradic 5000 with the 10 ft MH rod

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Murat, The 10ft MH would be a little too heavy for your stradic. I would recommend using a Okuma RA-S-802MH Rockaway Surf Spinning Rod. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/okuma-ra-s-802mh-rockaway-surf-spinning-rod.html</a><span> This 8ft rod

Asked by murat iyriboz 2 years ago

Is Stradic 5000 is a good match for the 10 ft MH rod, for surf fishing?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Murat, The Stradic 5000 would be a little light for that rod. I would recommend a Shimano SPSW6000HGA Spheros SW A Spinning Reel. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/shimano-spsw6000hga-spheros-sw-a-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This reel will

Asked by Francisco 2 years ago

Do you think the 8ft 1/2-1 1/2 will pair up well with a Stradic 3000 with 10lb braid for striped bass in the backbays? Is the rod capable of tossing 3/8oz?

Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hello Francisco, <p>A 5000 stradic would pair up well with a 8 foot rod due the compact size of the reel it would balance out well. 3/8 oz might be a little on the light side of the rod so while casting it may not load up properly. </p>

Asked by Cory 3 years ago

What reel would you pair with the 12ft MH?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Cory, Depending on your fishing application I would recommend the Penn BTLIII6000 Battle III Spinning Reel. Model: BTLIII6000; TackleDirect Code; PEN-1860. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-btliii6000-battle-iii-spinning-reel.html</a><s

Asked by Samuel Umayas 3 years ago

Hello, what is the the measurement from the but to the middle of the reel seat. Thank you

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Samuel, Which model in the Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rod Series are you referring to? Once you provide us with more information we will assist you further. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.</span>

Asked by Bryan 3 years ago

Would the new Okuma ITX 4000 reel be a good match for the okuma rockaway surf rods in 10 ml or mh?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Bryan, the Okuma ITX 4000 size would match nice with either 10ftML or 10ftMH Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rod. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.</span>

Asked by John 3 years ago

What Daiwa or Shimano reels options would you recommend for this Rockaway 12 foot MH rod? Thanks.

Austin Kearney 3 years ago

I would recommend going with the Daiwa BG 6500 or the Shimano Speedmaster XTC.<p><br /></p><p>https://www.tackledirect.com/daiwa-bg-saltwater-spinning-reels.html<br /></p><p>https://www.tackledirect.com/shimano-speedmaster-xtc-surf-spinning-reels.html<br

Asked by Jeff Paulette 4 years ago

Are these  a 50/50 or 30/70 split?

Alex T 4 years ago

These are a 50/50 split 

Asked by Brandon Macabeo 4 years ago

Would the 10 ft.medium heavy 1-4 oz. be able to handle 30 lb. braid or its only suitable for 25 lb. braid and under?

Rebecca Redington 4 years ago

It is recommended for 25 but it shouldn't hurt to go with 30. 

Asked by SCLI 4 years ago

Could you tell me the weigh of the  <a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/okuma-ra-s-902m-rockaway-surf-spinning-rod.html" style="background-color: rgb(236, 237, 239); color: rgb(35, 82, 124); outline: -webkit-focus-ring-color auto 5px; outline-offset: -2

Tyler Bennett 4 years ago

The medium is 9.4oz and the medium heavy is 9.6oz. Both reels will fit but are going to be a little heavy for those rods. 

Asked by Freddie 6 years ago

Would the Okuma Modeel 11 feet 3/4 to 3 oz lure rating be suitable for sttiped bass fishing in the Ocean? Can I be able to throw sinkers to 4-5 oz?

Donald 6 years ago

The 11' model would be the best model for Striped bass fishing using 4 oz weights.

Asked by Bryan Lunsford 6 years ago

Would this rod be suitable to fish for stripe bass. Or is this made for surf perch only? How is the backbone on this rod?

Donald 6 years ago

The Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Rods M or MH models would be suitable for Stripped Bass fishing.