A closer look at the ported "High
Rise" spool
At the show we paired the Cayenne with a number of
rods and the combination of the compact footprint and low profile make this a
very easy to palm little reel. It weighs in exactly the same as the slightly
more refined Serrano at 7.2oz. Unlike the Serrano the Cayenne comes with a
industry standard 1 year warranty.
The Cayenne will retail for
$139.99 which is 30 dollars less than the Serrano
Conclusion: The latest Okuma reels look and
feel a lot more compact than the previous generation baitcasters from the
company and are noticeably lighter and easier to palm. Of the two new reels the
Serrano is the one that really caught our attention. With more refinement and
the ability to fish in harsh situations the Serrano delivers more total value,
especially when you consider the three year warranty, that in itself is probably
worth the 30 dollar premium over the Cayenne. Still we know the lime green paint
finish isn't for everyone, but hey at least it stands out in the sea of
baitcaster "sameness." Okuma had a lot more at the show and we will explore
their saltwater and hybrid spinning reel releases in the next segment of Okuma's
show coverage.