Ordered the 10' heavy action rod for trip to Cabo. Case was too big for my suitcase, but carried it on. Also able to fit a 4 piece, lighter action spinning rod inside case. Cast 2.5-5oz topwater plugs, 2-2.5oz metal, 2.5oz plastics with good distance. Tested at a football field before the trip with a 3oz bank sinker, and was reaching between 110-117 yds consistently. Matched with a Shimano Ultegra XTD 5500 with 30lb braid. Although it's tough casting big plugs and screaming them back to shore all day, this rod was up to the challenge and light enough not to wear you out. Now, I'd like to see if I can get just the top 2 sections and save some $ and have 2 rods, H and MH.

I already have a couple of surf rods but needed a travel surf rod for a trip to Cabo I'm going to be taking. I had checked just about every site and store-none of them were anywhere close in price than here. I really lucked out. It came in a timely fashion and looks great. Can't wait to start pulling the fish in at Cabo!

I bought this fishing rod after reading the reviews written by others who had bought this rod. I was impressed by what the others had to say about how well this rod performed for them and how convenient it was for them when they needed the extra space while traveling with their fishing gear. I knew that this would be a game changer for me when considering the ease of carrying this rod and not having to worry about it in my car.

I think Okuma offer some of the best travel rod for the price point. This rod is well constructed and has quality components. I would not hesitate to take this on my travels.

Sweet rod
Bought it for traveling by train and bus. Yes, I said bus. Due to an eye disease, I can no longer drive. Sooo.... I have been refitting my equipment for travel compatibility and ease of use. This rod does both. compact and light enough to carry anywhere without being up in someones Kool-Aid, it stows well, even on the bus.
The ferule design is tight and easy to assemble, perfect for the sight impaired as it allows you to feel the connections at each segment.
I was hesitant to purchase it due to the price. This is definitely a luxury investment for those of us on a fixed income. This is not the most expensive travel rod out there, but it is
competitively priced.
Any rod will due the job, and brother there are a LOT of rods out there. It just turns out that this one works for me.
Gave it 4 stars, was disappointed with the case design. NOT very user friendly! A better case would be advisable.

I bought the rod to take with me to Cabo to avoid the airline fees which are over the top. I have yet to use the rod but will provide feedback once I have. Shipping was quick and easy,

I like everything about the rod, but the action is stiffer than the Med Fast that it claims to be. It can be a bit broom sticky

I have a PhD in math so I know the difference!

I didn't go to use it but it look realy nice and strong

Got this rod for Christmas to do some fishing when on vacation and to keep in my trunk when I’m on the go and have some time to sneak in some jetty time .....Was a little disappointed that the 1-4 lure rating isn’t accurate I think this rod tops out at 2oz .. 2-1/2 on a side cast but other than that I landed a fair amount of blue fish and a couple 30lb stripers so it does the job

I bought two NTS-S-1004H to bring with on a trip to Baha used them off the beach and never caught a fish with them. Next trip was to the Florida Gulf side. Caught a few Bonita in the 10lb class. One of the rods performed flawlessly and the other snapped in half where section 2 and 3 come together while reeling the fish in. We ended up holding both sections and were able to boat the fish but the ease at which the rod broke was pathetic. I contacted Okuma and they want $25 plus freight to them to repair a rod that literally broke in half reeling in the very first small fish caught on it. The email I received Kevin at Okuma is as follows. Jim,
UPS and Fedex are always raising the shipping fees. If you do not want to do the standard warranty that is fine, You can do our accel program and just send us the model section cut out of your rod(4-6inch piece) and a check for $50 and that covers the rod and the return shipping and handling and you will get a new rod back.
-kevin
So rather than trying to appease a customer that has quite a bit of Okuma tackle they are saying they don't care really at all.
I have always been happy with Tackle direct but it will be a long time before I by an Okuma product again.

I purchased the rod in MH power, but although its rated 1-4oz by Okuma, I really do feel that rod is way over rated. In fact, I believe the sweet spot is at 1-1.5oz, and I feel the rod cannot cast more than 2.5oz properly. On an easy side cast, yes, but on an over head powerful cast, the rod does not handle the weight.
Very disappointed since I planned on casting stickbaits and poppers in the 45-75grm! I would advised getting the Heavy one instead.

Otherwise, the look and the feet are great! Love that bleu colour.

Love it. It has all the qualities of a one piece surf rod and the convenience of a travel size. Yes you could argue many conveniences of a one or two piece rod... but those two are difficult to carry around.

All in all... love it.

I bought this travel rod to fish at the lakes in Arizona. I use saltwater techniques and have been successful. It handles well and I can't wait to use it on the beaches of California.

game changer