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Okuma offers Rods, Reels, Combos
A Dynamic Tackle Company
Starting as so many companies do as a spin off, in 1987 Okuma had humble beginnings. The founders came with decades of fishing tackle manufacturing experience, and although small, Okuma has always been a different kind of company. Under the leadership of the president and owner Charles Chang, the company has had a vision and a focus. In the last twenty years this vision has gained in its intensity. Today Okuma is a driven company with an extremely diverse, loyal and motivated group of employees, agents and customers - all of whom recognize something special happening here.
With today's natural resources becoming more and more precious, so does our time outdoors. Regardless of location or target species, our time on the water is at a premium. Okuma's goal is to enhance that time and experience by providing dynamic tackle that will become a seamless part of the overall angling experience. "Design driven by technique" is the key in developing rods and reels that push the angling experience.
Okuma does not look for inspiration from other manufacturers; instead we find inspiration in anglers. From the weekend warrior to tournament pros, we are committed to your needs. We have established a network of Okuma agents around the world. More than a sales channel, these agents are an integral part of Okuma and part of our family. As a manufacturer, we have a unique relationship with the field. We are constantly in and around fishing tackle all over the globe, listening, learning and fishing. We recognize key elements missing in the field and strive to develop them. We see a world of anglers, who want quality, reliability and the latest technology.
Never wanting to limit your possibilities, Okuma creates the tools to unlock endless angling possibilities.
Catalina Line Counters
The Catalina Linecounter a reel is built to handle the elements and features the most technologically advanced features available on the market today.
The frame is constructed from A6061-T6 extruded aluminum, along with a machined aluminum, gold anodized spool for ultimate strength and durability. The sideplates are constructed with stainless steel reinforcing sideplate rings for added strength.
This series has been designed with an upgraded levelwind system called the Wide Mouth Levelwind. This heavy duty, stainless steel levelwind is Titanium coated and built to withstand the punishment of braided and wire lines. The guide has been designed with an increased opening to insure proper knot clearance when fishing with double lines. This wide space allows for Albright or similar connection knots, as well as swivels and copper lines to pass through the guide easier and be wound directly on the spool.
Okuma’s Mechanical Stabilizing System (MSS) has also been incorporated into this series. The MSS is a support system that ties the spool shaft, pinion gear, pinion gear bearing, drive shaft and main gear together with a single support system. While other reels on the market offer minimal or no gear stabilization, this patented Okuma design allows all of these critical parts to stay in precise alignment. Designed specifically to hold up to the demands of braided and wire line fishing, the MSS support system stabilizes the spool shaft at 3 key stress points to eliminate flex under pressure.
Another strong feature on the Catalina Linecounter a series is Okuma’s new Tension Spool Control (TSC). The TSC knob is a small secondary carbon fiber drag system that incorporates an additional one-way clutch bearing that applies pressure to the spool in one direction. This allows baits to be dropped back at a controlled rate while the boat is in gear without having the spool in complete freespool. The knob is clearly defined by its rich red anodizing color.
As with all Okuma linecounters, the Catalina Linecounter a is designed with the Strike Zone line counter system. This system incorporates a mechanical counter that precisely measures line based on spool revolutions. These counters measure in feet and are calibrated at the factory to be most accurate with a full spool and monofilament lines.
Additional features include a multi-disc Carbonite drag system, a ratcheting star drag for precise drag settings, a 3BB+2RB stainless steel bearing drive system, a dual anti-reverse system. (mechanical and roller bearing), oversized hardened brass XL gearing system, Self-lubricating gear system on all models, a silent retrieve system for increased smoothness and all Catalina Linecounter a series reels are backed by a 3-year warranty.
Catalina a Series Linecounter Reels Features:
A6061-T6 extruded aluminum, anodized frame
Machined aluminum, gold anodized spool
TSC: Tension Spool Control system for trolling
Mechanical line counter function measures in feet
Stainless steel reinforcing side plate rings
Multi-disk Carbonite drag system
Ratcheting star drag for precise drag settings
3BB+2RB Stainless steel bearing drive system
Quick-Set anti-reverse roller bearing
Dual anti-reverse system. (Mechanical & roller bearing)
Oversized hardened brass XL gearing system
Self lubricating gear system, all models
Strong arm levelwind: Clearance for copper line
Silent retrieve system for increased smoothness
Automatic trip spool engaging mechanism
MSS: Mechanical Stabilizing System for increased durability
Catalina linecounters are backed by a 3-year warranty
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