OKUMA · Casting Rods
Okuma Celilo Graphite Salmon/Steelhead Casting Rod, 8 ft 6 in, Medium Light
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Style: CE-C-862MLa
- CE-C-862MLa
- CE-C-762Ha
- Item weight
- 0.08 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 52.5 x 1.75 x 1.25 inches
Quick take
7.5-foot graphite salmon rod with sensitive blank and fast action, designed for river casting and bottom bouncing.
Best for
- Salmon and steelhead rivers in the Northwest
- Bottom bouncing rigs and egg presentations
- Experienced casters who need responsive feedback
Skip if
- You fish light lures; this rod is heavy power
- You prefer slower action rods that load more
Strengths
- Sensitive graphite blank detects river structure and strikes
- Heavy power handles large salmon and strong current
- Thru-blank handle design distributes stress evenly
Trade-offs
- Requires experienced casting technique to use effectively
- Heavy power makes finesse presentations difficult
- Not ideal for light panfish or trout on light line
Fishing fit
- Species
- Salmon & steelhead
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
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