Okuma Aventa Center Pin Float Rod

First one came broken (could have avoided with a little effort in packaging) but the return and replacement went smooth and as expected.

Purchased this rod to fish for Salmon and Stealhead in the Salmon River. I thought it was a good value and a quality rod because I know that Okuma makes quality equipment. Anyhow the rod never had the opportunity to see water. The rod was delivered the day I was leaving so I just put the box iny truck and left. Upon opening the box it had no padding or buffers to prevent the rod from sliding around. I removed the rod from the box and attempted to assemble it . After putting two sections together It looked like a Beautiful rod but all that happiness melted away when I pulled out the 3rd Top section . 7 inches of the top was broken off. Needless to say I was pretty pissed off. I did as another person had done here. I went to a local shop (Fat Nancy's) in Pulaski, NY and purchased another rod( Riversider ) that performed quite well producing many fish that day. I DO NOT RECOMMEND PURCHASING THIS ROD ! MAYBE OKUMA SHOULD SELL THEIR RODS WITH HARD CASES, NOT DUST BAGS.

This pole is everything I was looking for in a center pin pole. I have the Okuma aventa centerpin so I thought it would be fitting to get the pole and wow, it not only improved my casting, but also helped me fight the fish better (I bought the 15' 6" version). As for size, I suggest the larger pole if you have an open area to little tree cover to fish. The smaller pole (around 13 feet) would be better if you are fishing in heavily - medium wooded areas. Overall this pole is a must have. It may seem a little pricey, but it is worth every penny! This pole is amazing! Also I am new to centerpin fishing and this pole makes me itch to get back out on the water with my centerpin. GET THIS POLE! You will not regret it!

Used this rod once on a 3 day fishing trip in NY. Caught two Steelhead (6 lbs & 4 lbs) on this rod with no problems. But on the third Steelhead, the rod broke about 2 feet from the top. I tried to clip the broken part and continue to use the rod, but it had weakened to much. I would not recommended this rod.

I am very pleased with the purchase of the Okuma Aventa CP Float Rod for a number of reasons:- I received the rod in a very timely manner & the rod was properly packaged thus preventing any damage during shipping- The rod works very well and has already landed quite a few nice Steelhead & Trout with no problems noted- Overall, the rod is exactly what I expected for the $$$ I paid for...I would recommend the Okuma Aventa Center Pin Float Rod to any of my friends for center-pinning.

Great pole. 1st time out I landed a 15" Small Mouth on a crawler floating down the river. Great play and Action. Incredible sensitivity.

it's ok

Total of two fish caught before breaking. Used for the first time on a guided steelhead fishing trip. Caught and landed the first steelhead, on the second caught fish the rod snapped right in half between the handle and the first guide without much pressure on the fish. I won't buy another one of these rods. Don't waste your money.

better then expected for the price, works for my level of fishing very well.very happy!

The fishing rod is broken when the box is opened

Great pole for wading and hiking. I use this pole while I'm on the river fly fishing and it has performed extremely well. Priced a lot more reasonable than other "wading poles"

Just what I need and perfect for steelhead and salmon in Ontario

This rod is light and responsive. After two outing and one fish, it broke on 6lb leader. Will update this review after communication on warranty.Our local dealer sent replacement pretty fast. Due to covid there was about 3 month lead time but great overall experience.