There were a few posts asking about the Okuma GS 7'6" Medium Heavy recently. Okuma very graciously provided a rod for review on the site and I've had a few trips now to toss it around. I haven't had time for the review yet but just wanted to get on here and mention that if you've been thinking about getting the rod, It's definitely worth your $89.00.

This is going to be a great rod for the smaller stuff like 5-7 inch rubber and the 7-9" wood. It's a little stiff for the real small japanese hardbaits but it hits a nice sweet spot for the small stuff.


http://www.calfishing.com/reviews/rods/okuma_gs-c-761MH/index.html

Hey Rob,

Is it strong enough to throw huddleston's and does it have a solid cork grip? thanks.

Not sure what you mean by 'solid cork grip'. There is a photo of the full handle in the link above if you want to look at it. It doesn't have an exposed section in the rear grip like the H and XH if that is what you are asking.

Could you throw a huddleston on it, yeah you could. Is it an ideal rod for that lure, not in my opinion. I would use the H or XH for that lure.

Kinda off topic but does anyone know how I can get a hold of the 7'6H? I had one ordered on TW but it keeps getting pushed back. Does Okuma sell directly? Any help is appreciated. I need the rod for my trip to Casitas next week. Thanks.

Yeah that's what I meant. I wasn't sure if it had the exposed blank like the H or XH. I prefer the full cork handle. Thanks for your insight.

Hey Pudd, did you try Angler's Marine? I heard they carry them, I just don't know if they have them in stock though. Worth a try.

I wonder why Okuma doesnt, or wont, make an 8' or longer rod?

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I seen them at anglers but the last one I saw looked like it was a blemished one so that's why I think no one bought it. I'm gonna have to give them a call. Thanks for the tip bro.

Okuma is getting a small supply in the country next week. The factory has had a hard time getting Fuji guides as Fuji has been slow in supplying them. Your best bet is still Tackle Warehouse.

Urban... I am working on 3 new swimbait rods. All of them are going to be 7'11" (Still tourney legal) and cover the spectrum. One will be designed for Matt's smaller baits (1 - 3 ounces). The other will be an all around 4 - 6 ounce rod and the broom stick will be based off of our current 761XH. These will be available in the fall of this year.

hey pudd,
yeah, that's the only place i know locally that might carry it. i'll keep an eye out for it, if i see it around here i'll let u know...

I have been using the MH since last summer. It’s my stick of choice for wood baits and the ROF 5 Hudd. I like the rod enough to have four of them.

Henry

Henry you got me beat. I only have two of the medium heavy's. I cant wait for the new 7'11 in Swimbait rods from Okuma. I will have to get a bunch of those too.

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