Trolling for salmon in the Pacific Northwest requires specialized gear. The Okuma Guide Select Classic Casting Rod is Okuma's most durable salmon stick, specifically designed to excel in these challenging waters. Constructed of premium materials with a moderate taper, the Guide Select blank easily handles hardy-pulling hardware such as divers and lead, while providing the resilience needed to muscle heavy fish into the boat. Top-quality ALPS guides stand up to saltwater; tough Fuji reel seat; 3K woven carbon grips include a unique carbon screwdown foregrip, for a solid, satisfying grip. Okuma's most durable salmon rod Designed for PNW salmon trolling Heavy-duty construction with a moderate taper Top-quality ALPS guides Fuji reel seat 3K woven carbon grips Unique carbon screwdown foregrip