Okuma Hawaiian Custom or Rockaway?

In this Episode, Rey fishes the Hawaiian Custom for the first time after owning the rockaway for 5 years. Let's see what he would choose!
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[@manseraoutdoors]

Glad to see Rey out here and you back on the surf perch!

[@Hook2Cook]

thanks brother. same here

[@CaptnProton68]

"I love the extra 7inches!" That's what she said.... Love your channel and your info.

[@user-ex1pf4xk5b]

Was out at Oceano Wednesday. Lucky craft landed a 15”bar. Carolina rig with crusteez landed lots of smalls. Keep up the great work!!

[@JR-bw3tr]

Thanks again for sharing Ed It’s good to see Rey out there again I know his brother Romel and his father are used to work with both of them at the Inn in Spanish bay many moons ago the nicest coworkers ever

[@Hook2Cook]

That’s awesome. Great guy. Thanks for all the compliments

[@fishingtimeletsgo598]

I have the Rockaway 10ft M action still getting used to those long handles on surf rods Hawaiian might be a better option will check it out, thanks for video👍

[@edquier40]

A good comparison on the rods. I am partial to a shorter reach to the reel, I may sideline my Rockaway for the Hawaiian.

[@NOTYOURTIPICALFISHERMAN]

I've been fishing my 11ft rockaway for the last 3 years love it and I just recently got me a 12ft Hawaiian coustom can't wait to go give it a try

[@Hook2Cook]

Let us know how you like that 12 foot!

[@NOTYOURTIPICALFISHERMAN]

@@Hook2Cook I sure will

[@milanboskovic9618]

I have the rockaway. Absolutely love the action and feel. I have cut down the butt 6 inches and replaced the reel seat. It is just amazing now.

[@PeterLebhar]

I've been thinking about cutting the butt but have been too chicken to do it. How did you cut it down? What butt caps did you use? I don't have a ton of experience in rod repair.

[@SeasideRoots]

So thats how you work the Battlestar! Gonna have to practice with it and throw it more often

[@rolexalonzo2079]

Randy says we should link up and go fishing

[@gabrieljaimes365]

What back pack do you use or suggest and where can I get the thumb and finger neoprene covers? Thanks, Gabriel

[@reel_it_in_socal]

I tried Rockaway 12ft MH for a few weeks and had to return it. Two main complains: 1) it is more like medium and casting a 4oz sinker seemed pushing it (even though it was rated 1-4 oz). 2) the reel seat needs to be re-tightened ever other cast. Eventually I went back to cheapo Fiblink. A couple oz heavier but get the job done without finickies.

[@ChiefToad]

I use jdm Majorcraft models for my shore fishing these days. Incredibly well tuned and put together rods, but most of their stuff is more expensive. The Crostage and TripleCross models are sub $200 though if you are willing to spend a bit more. There are specific "surf" models, but you can pretty much substitute shore jigging for surf rods, most of the time. That being said, most are built for lighter line pe up to 2-2.5. I always go light as possible so that doesn't affect me really. I recently upgraded my old N-One rod to a new Flatrek 5g 10'8" that is simply out of this world to cast, and oh so responsive and sensitive. Pricey, but well worth it.

[@Hook2Cook]

For sure there’s a lot of expensive options out there. If we’re talking about value and bang for the Buck paying over double for barely noticeable difference, for most anglers doesn’t make sense. Hawiian custom is like $130

[@ChiefToad]

@@Hook2Cook I hear that. I still love and use my Cabelas tourney trail salmon rods for the surf, from time to time. And those cost me like $50. But seriously if you gonna spend 500 on a van staal, why not spend more for a rod?

[@GQRS]

My brotha which is better to get the okuma rockaway medium or medium heavy im looking for a 10ft

[@three4all247]

Great Video! - Is it Halibut Season here locally?

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

I bought 2 surf rods for the upcoming trip. Haven’t used either but one is a $68 penn prevail 3 that I got from Walmart and the other is a Daiwa surf sp caster that I think was $110 or $100. I don’t see anyone using either of these surf rods too.

[@th3rmalvison445]

Tons of people use the prevail especially for crab snaring

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

@@th3rmalvison445 good to know I’ll probably use it for that since my Californian is only 7’

[@shipstoroam7233]

What lures are you using in the surf? We use hi- lo rigs and dropper loop

[@OffBrandGolf]

I am considering the Okuma. What is a good line weighting for both braid and leader for that rod? I might actually get the medium that is rated for a 3/4 to 2 ounce lure. Can I get away with throwing that 5/8 ounce lure pretty far with either or will it go further with the rod in this video(ML)?

[@jroicaroro440]

ed can you try using that Shimano WM again to see if you can make some good catches

[@jasenalapati665]

Greetings . I was given a okuma SST 9’9 H action 2-3oz. Rod . Would this be close to either rod used in the video ? Can I used it in the surf ? I already have the bg4000 ,looking to pair them . Trying to avoid spending money on another rod of this SST would be fine for Stripers in the surf using lures (Calissa ,LC)etc. appreciate the video

[@juanluispaz6208]

I just ordered the rockaway raS m 10 3/4-3oz for perch and stripers ima throw the lucky craft and calissa did I ordered the right one 🤔

[@ScubaChris]

I have those 2 rods in all lengths. Haw'n Custom is more finesse to the Rock's setting power. Have you 2 ever tried the 10'6" SST? I tried both the 2pc carbon & Travel Rod 4pc cork versions side by side. Both rods actually feel the same! But honestly i rate those SST's on a much higher pedestal to all my Hawn Customs & Rockaways. Now i love all of them but i stopped using my Customs & Rocks altogether & went all SST's. Yes, very close to the Guide Select Pros's but that line to me is more for jacking sm-med fish for table fare w/no "fun time" to enjoy the fight. Nothing wrong with that. Just i look forward to my SST's just for that. Better feel & i feel more connected to them is all.

[@aaronwilde]

Isn't the 10'6" sst only rated to throw 3/4 oz?

[@ScubaChris]

The S yes. The C up to 16oz max. I have both S 10'6" models, the 2pc & 4pc. You'd expect the 4pc to be weaker but it isn't. @@aaronwilde

[@aaronwilde]

@@ScubaChris ahh.. I'm looking for spinning

[@ScubaChris]

My friend uses his for C model for spinning. It's rated up to 16oz. I thought he cut & filed the thumb tab but baybe just spun it around? Supposedly the spline is arranged for casting but on a blank with that much backbone i'm sure theres no problem throwing 3-4oz plugs like he does. He's pulled in decent GT's and loves his. It's 9'6" rated at XH. The perfect states for plugging! @@aaronwilde

[@jasenalapati665]

@ScubaChris I have a SST 9’9 H action . Do you know if that would work for stripers?

[@rod8429]

Where i can I find a 10’7 ? Can’t find one , even on the Okuma site it’s not available to add to cart 😢

[@shawnevans4892]

Hey Edward! Any chance you could do a vid on how you cook your surf perch? I tried frying one but didn’t turn out so great…. Thanks man!

[@bryanwiley1900]

Same, mushy...and I'm a great cook. My father and brother are chefs.

[@thereadinesschannel7610]

I saw a 9 ft ugly stick (GX2) at big box store other day that looked like a good budget rod for surf perch. I get you guys do this enough that better or more specific gear is your focus but any thoughts on that rod for those looking on the lower end

[@Hook2Cook]

As long as the lure rating is within what you’re hoping to do with it go for it! $70 starting price to get you out there isn’t that bad! It might be a little stiff for lures.

[@thereadinesschannel7610]

@@Hook2Cook that was my thought….about 50 bucks and replace the 8 ft catfish rod I’m using now that is so stiff it’s hard to notice the smaller perch which for some reason. Is the majority of what I catch lol

[@234kwon]

is there tips on casting a carolina rigged setup? everytime i cast the leader seems to get wrapped around my weight and mainline

[@Ducky2o]

Try using a shorter leader and/or a heavier lb test leader. 👍

[@glenfishing]

I have the Hawaiian. It’s bad ass

[@Hook2Cook]

Agreed 🤗

[@myrenjamesl]

What lure were you using

[@Hook2Cook]

Battlestar 115

[@fishhunt9874]

Hawaiian custom stored in my truck. Standing on the RR tracks staring at the ocean. I can see very fishy holes close in that I know hold tons of huge perch. How do I know? Cause I am at Surf beach and it is illegal to fish here. Man I miss fishing here back in the 60s and 70s…..😢

[@Hook2Cook]

Ouch that’s so sad. Surf beach would be a dream to fish.

[@steveelder5306]

where the hell is Surf Beach and my can't you fish it? MPA?

[@fishhunt9874]

@@steveelder5306 West of Lompoc CA. Vandenberg Space Force Base. It is nothing but sand and sand dunes. No reefs, no seals or sea lions. No reason to make it an MPA but they did anyway. Shore fishing would have no impact on the ecology other than thinning out some of the surf perch. It was the best perch fishing beach.

[@steveelder5306]

@@fishhunt9874 man that sucks

[@abedominals]

Why does it look like the top half of the rod is misaligned? Was that on purpose?

[@Hook2Cook]

No not on purpose. It shifted a lot during use. They’re both 2 piece rods

[@ChallyMac10]

What size braid line did u use for the Hawaiian custom rod?

[@Hook2Cook]

30# jbraid. Same diameter as 8lb mono

[@ChallyMac10]

Would it be ok if I put on 40lbs braid on it? Enjoy watching ur content and ty for the reply 🤙🏽

[@Hook2Cook]

@@ChallyMac10 I think so try it

[@LAARMENIANFISHINGCLUB]

Thoughts on the Okuma PCH custom?

[@Hook2Cook]

Inshore rods or boat rods?

[@LAARMENIANFISHINGCLUB]

Inshore

[@Hook2Cook]

They’re all casting rods. Look like fun for halibut from shore or boat. I have the okuma guide select with really similar ratings to the 7’6” heavy. And love it

[@MrVeeco]

Is Ray wearing a Richard Sachs beanie? rad if so.

[@ScubaChris]

Was your perch pouches custom made?

[@Hook2Cook]

Yes I designed them. I will have more for sale soon. I’ll have a better idea on an availability date this Monday

[@ScubaChris]

Thank you.

[@markozchang]

New here, I've been watching your cool videos and now sub too probably I will meet you at Matt's street fair

[@Hook2Cook]

Yes! Definitely come say hi! Looking forward to it!

[@SHTRU]

okuma rockaway surf SP that's that rod to get. It is way better than the SSTs or the regular Rockaway surf rods.

[@AnonymousOtters]

Why?