Okuma Hakai - On the Water Casting Impressions

[@danielt3425]

Man it's hard enough choosing between Shimano and Daiwa now adding another good choice. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Cj2phy]

I have a mix of both Daiwa and shimano…depends on what I can get a deal on

[@chrismargarum6863]

I would not buy anything other than a diawa or a shimano....

[@TackleJunky81]

Can't go wrong either way brother! 👊

[@paulbarry7760]

He Doesn't know anything.

[@michaelchapman1258]

There’s no other choice shimano or diawa that’s it. I got quantum’s, okumas. I’ve had em all. They just don’t compare.

[@davidjones7503]

Man, I just can't get tired of this channel. Great job.

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you brother! 👊💪

[@fishingwithvin]

That is actually very impressive, it almost eliminates needing multiple set up’s... when I think about it we’d only need a few of those reel’s with different size line’s and then anyone could carry rods to change swap them out with for different technique’s! I’m impressed!

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir, the Hakai is definitely a great option. 👊💪

[@davidrauschenbach6871]

Yep that swan new better to mess around today with the distance you were getting👍 thanks for the review, Like your method! Hope all is well with family and new work schedule.

[@hammer9856]

Swans are one mean bird... especially the male when his mate and young are one the water. They will come after even if you are far away and attack... and they are one huge bird. I know from experience.

[@TackleJunky81]

Lol, appreciate you watching brother! All is well...taking it one day at a time! Hope all is well with you and yours. 👊

[@davidrauschenbach6871]

@@TackleJunky81 yep just crazy work shift change. And to much rain rivers high and close lakes I believe fish don’t know what they want. Thnx for asking!

[@johnhancock517]

Great video man! Been waiting to see how this reel performs.

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you John! 👊

[@anoldfart2]

Another incredible video & awesome review - Christmas is coming soon! Thanks for a fantastic job!!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you brother! 👊

[@BobbySeaZ]

See, I like that. I am one for versatility! A couple combos like that would work very well for me! Thank you for bringing this review to us!! Oh by the way…. I’m watching this from down in the Caribbean! Don’t wanna rub it in to much but the weather is fantastic! 3 more days and it’s back to the cold weather. Thanks again Tj!

[@TackleJunky81]

That's so awesome brother! Hope you're having an amazing time! Be safe! 👊💪

[@BT-xm4cq]

Very nice combo I am digging that reel

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir, I'm loving it! 👊

[@rvfishingyet]

Both a TJ and Debo Hakai review. Some day ill have to give Okuma a try. Thanks for the video TJ81!

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig em brother! 👊

[@hookpoint3329]

Always fun to watch ur vids bro.that reel looks cool !🤘😜

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you brother! 👊

[@tomsfishing]

Loved the review, looks to be a solid reel.

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching buddy! 👊

[@64MrDanny]

WOW,,, I’m definitely impressed,,, gonna have to add this one to the arsenal,,, thank you for sharing… 👍💯‼️

[@TackleJunky81]

My pleasure! Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@5.7.0bassin2]

That reel definitely looks slick I may have to pick one up

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it! 👊💪

[@robertrieckenberg282]

okuma reel looks very interesting

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@ichphan]

They also have a shallow spool reel for Hakai

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊

[@BassGeek]

That an interesting test. Man that's one heck of a cast.

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊

[@ILLUMINATHAN79]

I’m not a big Okuma fan but what sold me on this reel was the brass gears with the stainless steel components. For me brass gears in reels had more longevity than aluminum gears. Dude, when you hit that 40 yarder with those Fish Money gloves. I felt like I was watching Tom Brady winning the Super Bowl.

[@TackleJunky81]

🤣🤣🤣 That's fantastic! 👊💪

[@tc_bassin8945]

Tj I got the bug I can't stop buying tackle love the content from you been watching since 17

[@TackleJunky81]

You and me both, lol Appreciate the continued support brother! 👊

[@aldeureaux5184]

Man! I have that same affliction!!!

[@WVkayakfishing]

Looks like it comes out in February. I’ll have to pick it up and pair it with my psycho stick. Great review TJ !!!

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it brother! 👊

[@thekidfishing5745]

Hey great video. You showed a lot about the reel. I think Debo did this video but you went more in depth. Also learned about tuning a reel so really helped

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching Kiley! 👊

[@mikedaley2882]

I'm a shimano nut ,, but I pre-ordered this reel and tackle wharehouse said its backordered til February. I'm glad it's 🔥

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it brother! 👊

[@Tbuckeye100]

First impression, pretty impressive🔥👊

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊

[@juli82E]

Dude, that was pretty awesome and with Christmas coming soon...I kinda need a reel just like that! One to float between a medium power rod and a Heavy rod, but have never had a Okuma reel...

[@TackleJunky81]

It's definitely a contender. Appreciate you watching buddy! 👊

[@williamtomlin192]

Awesome set up one nice reei

[@Swimbait_addiction]

Great reel casting video. I have tons of heavy gear but not much finesse stuff. You might have made another sale for Okuma brother. I just bought some 1/4 Oz baits today and I need something 🙃 instead of spinning reels.

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it brother! 👊💪

[@rhinusbreedt9772]

This is my next reel. Cant wait for it to land in south africa. Have a curado k and a abu black max on okuma tactical rods..decided to check out their reels and man😱 this looks like an awesome reel

[@dougshelton7656]

Been leaning towards a Daiwa reel for some time but now have reconsider Okuma again. Tough choice their 🤔🤦‍♂️

[@TackleJunky81]

Can't go wrong with either. 👊💪

[@jeffc2630]

Love your objectivity! That's a heck of a distance for an eighth ounce lure. Thanks!

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching Jeff! 👊

[@justinbeard4733]

that's seriously impressive.

[@TackleJunky81]

I'm diggin it! 👊

[@bobbyswain7049]

Okuma makes good stuff.....nice review

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you Bobby! 👊

[@Whitehalo117]

This reel looks insane

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊

[@aldeureaux5184]

That is an impressive reel! Debo did a review of that reel as well (you know you two guys cost me a lot of money!! 😂) I only have one rod without a reel at present and is a budget rod, and wouldn’t want to put a reel like that on that rod, but will keep it in mind for my next upscale rod. Thanks for the video! 🙂

[@TackleJunky81]

Lol, sorry brother, BUT you'll definitely dig the reel! Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@beavisbrowne3497]

I will definitely have to try one of those!! Great review!

[@marioochavez]

i haven’t tried the okuma stuff yet they look really good from the videos i’ve seen!

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig em! 👊💪

[@davidfladung8562]

Good on you for measuring distance. Science!

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@zach8973]

Hard to pick this or more Curado mgl 150 but if I remember I think that one’s spool was litter then the mgl spool .

[@sejtan212]

I got both. Really struggling to get any distance with Hakai with 1/8 oz and UV Speeworm.. like 20 yards max with some great rods.. prefer SLX 150 mgl, fwiw..

[@marshall2294]

I'm diehard Shimano... But I absolutely had to order this reel magnesium Frame super light spool for 180 ish gotta try it out!!

[@TackleJunky81]

👊💪

[@pacman_17]

Great reel review. Well planned cast testing setup. You did your research before making the video

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you brother! 👊

[@collinsaunderson9225]

Hope all is well l would like to ask you a question about night fishing for bass what lures do you use and what color works best most of the time black or white lures on a full moon in the summer time. Thank you for your time

[@TackleJunky81]

Darker colors with spinner baits, big top waters, 10" worms and big creature baits.

[@collinsaunderson9225]

@@TackleJunky81 Thank you for your response

[@willtrax71]

Wow that’s the best Baitcasting Reel I’ve seen cast lightweight stuff and still be able to toss a 1/2 ounce Frog and be just fine. It seems comparable to the Shimano Reels but a little cheaper. Great Video my Friend

[@TackleJunky81]

💯 buddy! Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@jimmcculloch5825]

TW shows that this reel has both Velocity Control Centrifugal Braking System, and magnetic brakes. How did you have the centrifugal brakes set?

[@TackleJunky81]

It only has Magnetic.

[@Paul_T82]

I saw that too. Thanks for the clarification.

[@mattbulger9895]

Great video!!! What line size was being used?

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you! 12lb

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

what model is that? I see 100-A, 100-HA and so on. what's the difference in the models? I Saltwater fish & use a Lew's Speed Spool LFS. Super smooth & I cast a 3/8 lure damn near a Country Mile. Super smooth & quiet. Matched to a MF 7'6" Rod. looking to grab a Okuma. Tight Lines & thanks, SE Texas 🤟

[@jamestrevino1481]

Another great video out of the park (Babe Ruth). I am definitely getting the Okuma Hakai.

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it man! 👊

[@chrismash1792]

Hey Jim, sorry if I missed it but which model did you have? 🙏

[@TackleJunky81]

Just the standard one.

[@makcatchem9614]

So how do you like that Psycho Stick? Heard they are great rods but they fish a bit under their rating. H feels like MH, MH feels like med. Is this true?

[@danielmcnish6555]

Great review. It looks like a work horse. Is it smooth & does it seem like components are tight & well made. Appreciate any feedback.

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir, very smooth and tight...reminds me of a Shimano.

[@Baldwinfishers]

Love the videos man, keep it up

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you Tyler! 👊

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Looks like a nice reel!! Getting an 1/8 oz. weight to go that far is awesome. Stay Safe & God Bless!!

[@jimmcculloch5825]

The plastic added 1/4 to 3/8 oz to that 1/8.

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey John, appreciate you watching buddy! Hope all is well. 👊

[@EddieLindsay681]

@@jimmcculloch5825 love these people who think plastics weight nothing

[@raggedtoothfromgomehcrew5966]

now I'm interested.. might have to wait, just picked me up one 21curado150mgl..

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it! 👊

[@stevesmith7164]

Good review

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you Steve! 👊

[@michaelstake7440]

Good reel review

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you brother! 👊

[@elax05]

Awesome Vid like the casting distance review 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you brother! 👊

[@Visper-nr9nf]

Hello,in your opinion, can this baitcaster handle a 2 oz swimbait? Thanks 🙏🏻

[@TackleJunky81]

With the lb test you'd want to use for a bait that heavy, the Hakai won't have the line capacity.

[@Visper-nr9nf]

@@TackleJunky81 Thank you for answer🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@2Evil2Hope]

Hey I'm thinking about putting the Helios SX or Curado DC reels on my 4 new TCS rods but now I'm looking at this reel. Any thoughts?

[@TackleJunky81]

All great reels! I've only used this reel a handful of times so far, but it'll definitely make it's way in the rotation.

[@c.shoefish]

I love Okuma gear....most of their stuff is underpriced IMO.

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊💪

[@ivanalejandromarinenriquez4708]

You got that right! I love my azores reels for saltwater fishing!!

[@aurelianobuendia5360]

...and also overlooked. This reel is absurd how versatile it is.

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

They make quality products and they are priced very reasonable

[@tomvang8433]

Whats the brand of fishing line,test used in the casting test?

[@TackleJunky81]

I believe it was 15lb Seaguar Invizx.

[@semfishingborneo]

I'm gonna buy this reel thanks buddy appreciate 🤙

[@TackleJunky81]

My pleasure! 👊

[@pacman_17]

I hope more reel makers are paying attention

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes sir! 👊

[@astrazenica7783]

magnesium rusts like hell. any chip to the coating it's gonna be wrecked isn't it?

[@quanloikid1]

How about driveway reflector?

[@jeremykeast1404]

When can I get one of those??

[@TackleJunky81]

Pre order at Tackle Warehouse.

[@michaelmay1317]

Looks awesome I've never had trouble with a med power rod using a light lure. MH is the problem for me.

[@TackleJunky81]

A M power will load a lighter lure.

[@Paul_T82]

Thats a sweet reel. Thanks for sharing. How would you say it compares to the daiwa elite?

[@TackleJunky81]

As far as distance goes it would be a toss up, but the Hakai would take the W for lighter lures.

[@Paul_T82]

Thanks for the reply. I had my next reel down to either the tatula elite or the lews hypermag, but this one costs alot less and seems to have everything I'm looking for. It might be time for my first okuma.

[@Paul_T82]

Great video by the way. I really like the casting demo.

[@TackleJunky81]

@@Paul_T82 Thank you brother! 👊

[@deltabass9697]

I may be adding a Okuma to the collection 😳

[@TackleJunky81]

You'll dig it! 👊

[@riccochet704]

As someone that runs nothing but Daiwa and Shimano, I'd give one of these Okuma's a look. Okuma burned me with a couple Helios Air's that were hot garbage, but I'd imagine they've improved since 2014-2015'ish.

[@o12i84]

Well time to buy this akuma hakai for giant snakehead

[@TackleJunky81]

👊💪

[@northeastgiants775]

Diawa CC80 for budget. Slx is a decent upgrade then you go into your 150$ which makes no sense. But if I had to the tatula

[@TackleJunky81]

The Tat or slx xt are both solid choices.

[@adrianalvarado7407]

What model is this reel thanks tj

[@TackleJunky81]

The standard one.

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

I have been using okuma for 16-17 years and they are work horses. What i always say is okuma is the broke man's shimano. You get quality stuff for a fraction of the price.

[@TackleJunky81]

💯 brother! 👊

[@ckmcginnis07]

Hello from Millstadt

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey Chris! 👊

[@ETuss713]

Not laughing at ypu or anyone in particular, but bass fishermen do struggle to throw a plastic with anything less than 1/4 oz jig. Inshore, we commonly throw weight less jerks, 1/16th and up jig heads on plastics with casting reels. Same reels you use for cover type fishing. The curados, lews customs and tournaments, diawa tatulas, and so on. Try lighter rods and line.

[@markolindgren6700]

Okuma hakai dt or daiwa tatula 80?

[@TackleJunky81]

I have the 80, but haven't spooled it up yet...both are great choices though.

[@ouchabn]

Which reel are you using?

[@TackleJunky81]

The standard Okuma Hakai.

[@titaniumcrayon3090]

122$ on TW Black Friday sale, you would be silly not to just try one of these out.

[@TackleJunky81]

For sure! 👊

[@shannonkirby9295]

Hey, James! Another new reel?! Lol

[@TackleJunky81]

I couldn't help myself, lol

[@shannonkirby9295]

@@TackleJunky81 I could tell from the tour. Lol

[@wolverinex4243]

Everything looks good. Hate Okuma quality. Also hate those Chinsese knobs. Last time and only time I heard "dream reel" it broke on the first use in the Diwa baitfeeder. Every proper review requires continous use for 5 years.

[@quanloikid1]

paint your boards yellow or orange..otherwise great

[@timmysd88]

TJ, really like watching your shows. However Here’s an idea for you, take all your Okuma rods and reels to a flea market and get whatever you can for them them then invest in Shimano reels and G Loomis rods.

[@TackleJunky81]

I'm good, appreciate you watching though. 👊

[@timmysd88]

I was only kidding, I know you like all different brands, bye the way,that real you just previewed was fantastic!

[@wolverinex4243]

The main thing is to tell Okuma to reinforce their rod tips. Trash, even on the Pyscho. Same technology since the company's beginning. #Okuma #Okumarods

[@curadoe7]

Looks like another DOYO reel

[@TackleJunky81]

Appreciate you watching! 👊

[@mr.munsey9322]

meine Hakai ist gestern angekommen. Ich bin sehr glücklich damit. Eine Rolle für verschiedene Köder ( ab 3gramm geht die super soft) 100% zu empfehlen 💪🤸

[@brianduca1259]

first whats going on TJ

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey, what's good brother? 👊💪

[@brianduca1259]

@@TackleJunky81 i noticed we have a very similar last name been watching for a bunch of years now and just noticed it, kind a cool keep up the amazing job

[@TackleJunky81]

@@brianduca1259 appreciate the continued support brother! 👊

[@jinkazama619captain]

8oz is equal to how much grams sir?