Re-designed with passion, desire, and experience, the Okuma SST "a" Travel and Mooching Spinning Rods are elevating performance standards throughout cold-water fisheries. Species and technique-specific actions provide the definitive rod selection for salmon, steelhead, trout, kokanee, halibut, and sturgeon.
With Okuma IM-8 graphite providing a premium foundation (E-glass in halibut rods), the rest of the components build on SST excellence. Durable stainless steel guide frames feature braid-ready Zirconium inserts. Custom reel seats, premium grips, and a sleek metallic slate finish complete the SST "a" rod series as one that makes elite-level performance available to anglers of all levels of commitment.
Key Features:
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Technique & Species-Specific Actions: Tailored for salmon, steelhead, trout, kokanee, halibut, and sturgeon
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24/30-Ton Low Resin Carbon Blanks: Light and responsive IM-8 graphite construction
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Multi-Piece Construction: 3 or 4 pieces depending on model for easy travel
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Sea Guide Deep Press Guide Frames: Added durability for demanding conditions
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Zirconium Inserts: Compatibility for both braid and monofilament lines
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Premium Cork Grips: Fore and rear grip with rubber cork accents
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Woven Carbon Grips: CG models feature advanced grip material
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Stainless Steel Hook Keeper: Precision placed on all models
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Protective Rod Tube: Travel rods come packed in SST rod tube
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Metallic Slate Finish: Sleek, premium appearance
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1-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by Okuma quality assurance
Specifications Table:
| Model |
Length |
Action |
Line/Lure |
Pieces |
| SST-S-663LA |
6'6" |
Light Medium Moderate Fast |
2-8 lb / 1/8-3/8 oz |
3-Piece |
| SST-S-704M-CGA |
7'0" |
Medium Moderate Fast |
8-17 lb / 1/4-5/8 oz |
4-Piece |
| SST-S-763MHA |
7'6" |
Medium Heavy Moderate Fast |
10-20 lb / 3/8-1 1/2 oz |
3-Piece |
| SST-S-863MHA |
8'6" |
Medium Heavy Moderate Fast |
10-25 lb / 3/8-1 1/2 oz |
3-Piece |
Construction Details:
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Blank Material: IM-8 graphite (24/30-ton low resin carbon) or E-glass for halibut models
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Guide System: Sea Guide deep press stainless steel frames with Zirconium inserts
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Grip Material: Premium cork with rubber cork accents (woven carbon on CG models)
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Finish: Metallic slate for premium appearance
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Reel Seat: Custom design for secure reel mounting
Target Species & Applications:
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Salmon: Technique-specific actions for various salmon fishing methods
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Steelhead: Moderate-fast actions for drift fishing and float fishing
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Trout: Light to medium power for finesse presentations
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Kokanee: Specialized actions for trolling and jigging
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Halibut: E-glass construction for heavy-duty applications
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Sturgeon: Medium-heavy power for battling trophy fish
Ideal Applications:
- Cold-water fisheries throughout North America
- Travel fishing requiring compact, packable rods
- Mooching for salmon in Pacific Northwest waters
- Drift fishing for steelhead and trout
- Trolling for kokanee in lakes and reservoirs
- Bottom fishing for halibut and sturgeon
- Airline travel with protective rod tube
When you need a premium travel spinning rod with species-specific actions, IM-8 graphite construction, multi-piece design for easy packability, and protective rod tube for cold-water species, the Okuma SST "a" Travel Spinning Rods are the choice of serious salmon, steelhead, and trout anglers.