Explore our premium selection of fishing rods designed specifically for ocean fishing. Built to withstand the rigors of saltwater environments, these rods offer durability and strength for battling larger catches. Featuring lightweight materials and ergonomic designs, they provide excellent sensitivity and control for an enhanced fishing experience. Whether you're casting from a boat or the shore, our ocean fishing rods ensure optimal performance and reliability. Gear up for your next adventure and reel in the big ones with confidence!
$109.99
Easy to use. ... light with great action ... Amazing rods for the money! ... Love this
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Joey89
I bought the jigging world onyx inshore rod for a sea bass trip in may. I 'm also taking it on a tautog trip this weekend. we will see how it holds up.
5
Fj fishing
Saw a pair of them and didn ’ t think twice! Amazing rods for the money!
5
Betj
Love this rod. Light weight. Reactive. Easy to use. Caught fish first day out.
$34.99
these rod can handle good size fish. ... i live on the central coast of California and I 've use this rod in the surf for rock fishing and it hold up really
5
kevjac
i bought this rod 2 months ago and absolutely happy with it for$ 20. 00 did n't expect much but man this rod has been great. i live on the central coast of California and I 've use this rod in the surf for rock fishing and it hold up really well. these rod can handle good size fish. i have caught up to 3lb surf perch on this rod, 18 inch green- lings and 7lb Cabezon, freed line from thick weeds and horse fish out of rocks with this rod. I 'm a budget oriented angler and on this rod its the best use of$ 20. 00 i ever spent hands down..
5
carlos7327
Works and performs like one worth 10 times as much
5
Pdjayzing
I have a few surf rods, all cost way more then this one and funny thing is this one is my absolute favorite. I tell everyone how shocked I was with how good this one feels and performs and that it truly is the best 20$ I ever spent in my life. I reeled in a 10lb striper out of heavy surf just the other day with 30mph headwinds casting a 2oz bucktail. I have the 11 ’ one. If you surfcast, try this rod. You ’ ll probably sell all your others. Feels so good in the hands and it ’s so easy on my back and the casting goes so far and the lure action is so easy to handle. Buy this rod now.
5
rcrowe73
In the past I had a few bad experiences with Daiwa fishing gear and as a result was skeptical of their products for years. Then a couple months ago I bought a couple Daiwa reels that impressed me for carp fishing and they were so sturdy and solid and casted so well that I use them for saltwater as well. While the reels were up to the challenge for surf fishing my Carp rods were not so I picked up 2 of these 11 Daiwa surf rods and am so glad I did. They feel so good and solid and cast beautifully. I have so much control over where my bait lands with these rods and have just enough sensitivity to see and feel even the small bites. I am blown away by the quality of these rods and would recommend them to anyone.
5
DREWWARDLESTERGLENNCHEVY
Been using it on the beach, easily throws a 8 ounce rig with bunker.
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WAS: $119.99-$139.99*
The rod holds up well against big fish, feels great when casting. ... The rod offers great strength and sensitivity. ... Good great, strong and sensitive ... It ’s is well built and relatively
5
House415
Will buy few more... strong rod i use it for sturgeon, crabbing in the bay area thanks a great product
5
Antman13
Bought this rod for sturgeon. It ’s is well built and relatively inexpensive. It pairs up beautifully with my penn slammer. Casts like a dream.
5
Fishhunter67
I ’ ve used the rod for about 2 months so far with no issue. The rod holds up well against big fish, feels great when casting.
5
Nebbington
The rod offers great strength and sensitivity. Ive caught maybe different species with no issues. People saying the rod breaks easy is 100% user error.
4
bargain
better rod, lighter, cost little more. would recommend to friends.
$149.99-$159.99
Great rod, strong and sensitive ... I am very happy with the rod, it offers great strength and sensitivity. ... Was able to catch a massive sting ray on this paired it with my 8000 Daiwa BG
5
Content patient
Bought recently to start fishing at Oregon beaches. Can ’ t tell you how it holds up, but it seems sturdy enough. Paired it with a Shimano sustain c5000.
5
Dsan
Was able to catch a massive sting ray on this paired it with my 8000 Daiwa BG MQ! Best rod I ’ ve used
5
Nebbington
I am very happy with the rod, it offers great strength and sensitivity. Not sure how people are breaking them. It must be user error, Ive caught big rays, leopard sharks, halibut and striped bass on it with no issue.
$55.99-$71.99
WAS: $69.99-$89.99*
Slim and strong ... Bought months ago and this rod casts amazingly and feels really strong in your hands highly reccomend! ... Good rod for the price ... Definitely cheaper on here than other
5
Trt03
Bought it a few days ago. It ’s just as described. Definitely cheaper on here than other stores. Used it for freshwater and salt water.
5
Chris12125
Caught a 50lb shark and a couple 40lb jacks with no problem with this rod.
5
Jhall865
I love it I couldn ’ t find 8ft I have the 9ft but it ’s nice the price is so good you could get both for less than the competitors!
5
DioBrando
I bought it a few weeks ago I ’ ve used it 2 times and it ’s a good rod
5
Mark65498
I already had a 12ft for soaking bait, and a 9ft for throwing lures in the surf. No issues with either, so decided to get an 11ft for another reel. I 'm sure there are better, more expensive rods out there, but these get the job done.
$109.99
Love it have caught tons of fish you can feel every bite so good ... Finally found a Excellent rod with Fuji Guides that is reasonably priced. ... Great rod ... Great rod great Fuji
5
Kura Kura
Finally found a Excellent rod with Fuji Guides that is reasonably priced. It handled snook and red fish with no problems
5
Aaronh31
Love it have caught tons of fish you can feel every bite so good
$169.99
WAS: $169.99-$179.99*
I will be purchasing another one; as soon as the store has one ... I Love these
5
BigEd
I have purchased three of these rods. I will be purchasing another one; as soon as the store has one
$44.99
WAS: $59.99*
The lightweight design allows for hours of comfortable fishing, and the build quality is top- notch. ... It's become my go- to rod for saltwater fishing, and it ’s never let me
5
Surfys Law
Very nice 1 piece Medium Heavy Saltwater rod with Fast action. Rated for 15- 40 lb line weight and 3/4- 3 oz lure weight. I 'm including these stats because it's hard to find out online and there are n't a lot of reviews for this rod yet.
5
Jay lin
I bought this Rod last month I have caught 5 fluke already overall I like it. I will recommend to everyone.
5
J_35
The Okuma Stratus 7 Saltwater Spinning Rod from Dick's is a fantastic purchase! It has great sensitivity, making it easy to feel every nibble, yet it's strong enough to handle bigger catches. The lightweight design allows for hours of comfortable fishing, and the build quality is top- notch. It's become my go- to rod for saltwater fishing, and it ’s never let me down. Highly recommend it to any angler looking for reliability and performance!
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GerryJr
Great bang for the bucks! Great looking not very cheap material First fish got speckled trout 17 ” easyy… haven ’ t caught bigger one yet! I Bought this looking for big tarpon or snook just to see how far she goes
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Odepe
I just bought it went to my spot got a 17 '' trout first fish easyy… 15- 40 lbs. im hoping for big snook and tarpon 🙏
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WAS: $119.99-$149.99*
I ’ ve caught a bunch of fish already and it holds up ... Great rod lightweight and durable. ... I think this is a very good rod for medium weight lures and great for casting
5
DSG Customer Service Suck
I ordered this originally in February and instead of receiving the item I ordered( 10ft MH) i got a Marathon Fathom rod... after complaining to customer service, they sent me out a new one.... now of course, the rod I received was only 9ft and not the 10ft I ordered. Dicks still has n't given me the product I originally ordered. However, the 9ft performed exactly how I thought it would. and it was awesome. It threw 4oz with a chunk of clam at least 80yrds with ease. Handled bringing in two schoolie stripers 26and 27 '' perfectly. I plan on buying another one... just hope I actually get what I order this time.
5
Ricky Bobby 007
At this price point and build this may be the best surf rod under$ 150.
5
Lololo
I think this is a very good rod for medium weight lures and great for casting distance.
5
Dave Pri
Light and flexible but strong casts much further then an ugly stick
5
Soco
Excellent pole love the feel in my hands. Highly recommend.
$55.99
WAS: $69.99*
Great rod for the money if you take care of your gear and know how to fish. ... Good ... Good rod for the money ... Works great with a 3000 reel. ... It is a good rod It is a good rod It is a good
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Fishing 12345678376
It is a good rod It is a good rod It is a good rod
5
Wiseowl
Great rod for the money if you take care of your gear and know how to fish. If not, stick to the shore.
4
Dman
I use this rod for inshore fishing. Works great with a 3000 reel.
$159.99
WAS: $160.99*
Light weight( for its price range, more expensive ones are way lighter), awesome casting distance, great for both jigging and plugging! ... It helps with casting far
5
Visi
Ca n't go wrong with Lamiglas. This rod performed better than expected for me. First I thought I might not like it as it is not on their expensive line but I was surprised when I used it. Light weight( for its price range, more expensive ones are way lighter), awesome casting distance, great for both jigging and plugging! Used it on Cape Cod Canal and open ocean.
5
F1sh 0n
The rod and super light. It helps with casting far out. Have not had a chance to test it sturdiness yet.
$159.99
After testing out the penn battalion, diawa FT surf rod, Diawa emblem pro, the Lamiglas insane surf rod was the lightest, sensitive, and has the most back bone to bring in slot size
$139.99-$159.99
Lightweight and sturdy. ... Bought this a couple of weeks ago and used it several times since. ... Tried it few times with a 5oz sinker and works great. ... Excellent
5
Lello_lallo
Lightweight and sturdy. Tried it few times with a 5oz sinker and works great. Very good action
4
Hankie
Bought this a couple of weeks ago and used it several times since. Bought the 11 ’ model. Works great in the surf. Have it paired with a Penn Battle V 5000. Only minor issue is there no hood holder.
$43.99-$55.99
WAS: $54.99-$69.99*
Light and good support ... Very nice rod ... Very good value rod with the
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James
Very good value rod with the price. Light and good support
$150.00-$170.00
Fantastic fishing rod! ... Bought this rod for some bay fishing and can ’ t wait for the warm weather! ... Light and durable. ... TRIS70MF 7' 0 ''( Fast Medium) has created a relationship with Pampano that I did not think
5
Xison
Light and durable. I love the feel; perfect for my Penn Slammer III 4500
5
Bburch01
Matched this rod with a VR50 and feels great. Balanced, casts well. No issues so far. Expect a lot going into the striped season in New England.
5
Wandan782
Bought this rod for some bay fishing and can ’ t wait for the warm weather!
5
Yakfishing4ever
Light weight but with enough backbone to handle the fight. Slot reds, speckled trout, pompano, and Spanish mackerel have all been landed with no issues.
5
Sideshow
Bought this rod as a replacement and could n't be happier
$119.99
I use this rod for pier fishing in new york I love how sensitive it is. ... Very flexible. ... Excellent stick ... Great for everyhing ... I use this rod all the time it preforms great so I bought another
5
JC slam
One of the best rods I had ever owned for the price. Very sensitive and strong. Sorry, I slept on this rod should of been in my arsenal years ago.
5
Fjord
I use this rod for pier fishing in new york I love how sensitive it is. I pick up every small bite. Very flexible.
5
James
I use this rod all the time it preforms great so I bought another one.
$71.99
WAS: $89.99*
Nice boating fishing pole! ... Very good fishing pole, very well made and for a very good
5
GordoFiahing
Very good fishing pole, very well made and for a very good price.
$249.99
I would have no hesitation for mid column and top water stripers and blue fish with this. ... Its a hard to beat Shimano as a production rod. ... This rod is nothing but
5
eaglerider7
Hard to beat this rod for fluke. Can fish 4 oz buck tails in the ml. I paired this a Shimano Spheros SW 4, 000 and 15# PowerPro Super Slick. It is a beast rod for fluke and sea bass. I would have no hesitation for mid column and top water stripers and blue fish with this. Its a hard to beat Shimano as a production rod.
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Meeko
The sensitivity on this rod is amazing. This rod is nothing but quality. I wish they made shorter ones to use in areas with a lot of trees. But on the pier it is my main rod.
$29.99-$39.99
WAS: $39.99-$49.99*
Needed a good saltwater rod for my son to get started fishing inshore. ... This is my first fishing pole and its easy to use. ... Really nice fishing pole for the
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NewToFishingCS
This is my first fishing pole and its easy to use. Light weight!
5
Bone
I have bought the 9' before and it was great. I decided to try the 7' and was not disappointed. What a great value
5
LKS10
First impressions of this rod are good. I bought the 9' combo in the blue camo. The quality is better than I imagined. The rod is sensitive and has good action to the tip. The reel is bigger than I expected and was prespooled with monofilament line. For anyone wondering the 9' combo is medium heavy power with medium action. It is rated for 12- 25 pound line and can cast 3/4 oz to 2 1/2 oz weights.
5
TL44
Really nice fishing pole for the price. Very durable.
5
Topherk
Needed a good saltwater rod for my son to get started fishing inshore. Great value and easy set up.
$249.99
Perfect for fluke sea bass and tog. ... Nice and light great sensitivity. ... All around great
5
Dirty Jerz
Perfect for fluke sea bass and tog. Can handle 4oz of weight
4
Proline1988
I bought it about a month ago. I have n't used it yet but have, used a friend's in the past. Nice and light great sensitivity. Rod is too pricey.
$119.99-$139.99
I have added another one of these to my spinning arsenal as well so as a bank fisherman I carry three of these rods and wouldn ’ t change then for
5
SeeCull
I bought this a few weeks ago. I ’ ve used it a few times and it has caught several fish so far. The build and quality are very good. I can see this pole lasting a long time.
5
Grandpa78
I had one of these for two years and loved it, I tried other spinning rods but they just weren ’ t doing it for me. I found this rod at Dick ’s and grabbed it. I have added another one of these to my spinning arsenal as well so as a bank fisherman I carry three of these rods and wouldn ’ t change then for anything.
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WAS: $190.00-$230.00*
great rod with my Stradic 2500, backwater fishing for trout, reds, stripers. ... Excellent Inshore rod- lightweight and strong! ... This rod is everything that St Croix raves about and more.. perfect
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LDE048
This rod is everything that St Croix raves about and more... perfect wt/balance
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pap70
great rod with my Stradic 2500, backwater fishing for trout, reds, stripers.
$265.00-$345.00
I find the action is on the faster side with the Medium/Fast version of these rods, which is perfect for my preferences. ... Great feel, sensitivity and enough back bone for big
5
I ordered a 7 ’ 6 ” St Croix Avid Medium fast online from Dick ’s. The shipping was fast, ordering was easy and the rod is awesome. The rod casts super far and is light. Great for all day long casts. I ’ ve all ready caught a bunch of over slot Redfish and the rod handled them well. Great feel, sensitivity and enough back bone for big reds. Love this rod!
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Tyler
I ’ m up to 3 of these now, 2 spinning and 1 casting and they ’ re my clear favorites across Fitzgerald, Shimano teramar xx, and a few other random brands of rods I own. I find the action is on the faster side with the Medium/Fast version of these rods, which is perfect for my preferences. Love the full cork grip as well. I have read about some issues with these, but I personally haven ’ t had any. I ’ m about 50 trips into the avid inshore I ’ ve had the longest.
$22.39
WAS: $27.99*
I have not used it yet but being a solid rod, it should be perfect for fish inder 15lbs. ... I bought this about a month ago to add to my fishing gear, it is a solid rod and fits my reel
$149.99
Great rod and reel combo. ... Good balance. ... colors were cool, smooth operation ... Super smooth reel ... Well worth it ... good price. ... Awesome design and colors ... Great
5
Kevnol22877
Great rod and reel combo. Good balance. Super smooth reel
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mikebatfl
great pole. good price. colors were cool, smooth operation
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WAS: $249.99-$339.99*
Nice rod& reel ... Good deal. ... Great
$99.99-$119.99
WAS: $149.99-$169.99*
Nice Fishing Rod ... Excellent combo and great sensitivity, you know right away when you get a hit. ... I bought this combo 7 ft medium fast 4000 combo for surf perch, I took it to the lake just to test it out and
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Tho24
This pole was bought for surf fishing and has worked great. Ability to cast and hold up.
5
Kmhaines654
Very happy with purchase! Bought for my boyfriend and he was excited. Glad I did well.
5
KLELKINS
Exactly what I was looking for! Great for saltwater fishing
5
Polo11
Excellent combo and great sensitivity, you know right away when you get a hit. This setup wo n't break the bank.
5
Bedo17
I bought this a month ago and it ’s stood up to everything I ’ ve caught so far!
$160.00-$235.00
This rod is sensitive& responsive and the rod fought the fish well. ... Very light and super strong. ... Croix fiberglass rod as a kid and liked it. ... This rod seems sturdy and is well put together with good fit 'n
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JediSon
Dick's 25% off sale swayed me. I got the 7' TSF70M. It is stiff, however, enough flex to really whip- launch the 3/4 oz. spoons that I throw. First outing with it got me 2 Lakers. This rod is sensitive& responsive and the rod fought the fish well. This rod seems sturdy and is well put together with good fit 'n finish. The smaller- than- average diameter hand- grips seem to make it, or me, more responsive. Love this rod so far!
5
castaway44444566541
works awesome. really impressed on casting. would buy again
5
Mike2002
Very light and super strong. Already pulled 25 lbs striper like nothing. On top of everything else is lifetime warranty from manufacturer with no question asked exchange. Can not beat that.
5
Soto shuffle
Very happy with the service of the store. Very happy with the product
5
Killthelag
St. Croix means quality. They have the best warranty in business.
$209.99
And the reel smooth and the rod is great. Highly recommended this set up. And DICKS packed it well and ship it fast. ... Awesome fun surf rod ... Very durable and sturdy for crab snares, heavy weighted sinkers, greater angles from jetty, and
5
Bowhunter20
I have been fishing for over 45 years, salt and freshwater. This is the first time I ever order a fishing pole or reel /combo in my life on line. What combo I bought this specifically for striped bass on the Hudson River. And the reel smooth and the rod is great. Highly recommended this set up. And DICKS packed it well and ship it fast.
5
ChinaManFrmHI2F1J1
I bought this about a month ago and used it twice. Very durable and sturdy for crab snares, heavy weighted sinkers, greater angles from jetty, and more. Perfect for the price.
5
Kolynda
This was a great purchase! It was a gift for my husband and it was a big hit!
4
Bobbyknock
It wasn ’ t packaged very well but there was no damage to it. It did not come with washers... but spooled line perfect. Would 100% recommend
$209.99
bought the rod a few weeks ago put it to use and caught a almost legal halibut no problem ... overall great rod ... Great tog rod ... It ’s an amazing fishing rod and very
5
penn passion
bought the rod a few weeks ago put it to use and caught a almost legal halibut no problem
5
J bob
It ’s an amazing fishing rod and very beautiful. Came in handy for a lot family fun
5
Togfisher
Got this for my daughter. Gets job done and have had no issue thus far.
When selecting a fishing rod for ocean fishing, consider features such as length, action, and power. Longer rods can help cast further into the ocean, while the action and power determine how well the rod can handle larger fish. Additionally, look for rods made from durable materials that can withstand saltwater conditions.
The best types of fishing rods for ocean fishing typically include surf rods and jigging rods. Surf rods are designed for casting from the shore, while jigging rods are ideal for targeting fish at various depths. Each type offers specific advantages depending on your fishing style and the species you are targeting.
The length of a fishing rod plays a crucial role in ocean fishing, as it influences casting distance and leverage. Longer rods allow for greater casting distance, which is beneficial when fishing from the shore or a boat. However, shorter rods can provide better control and sensitivity when reeling in larger fish.
Fishing rods for ocean fishing are often made from materials like fiberglass, graphite, or composite blends. Fiberglass rods are known for their durability and flexibility, while graphite rods are lighter and offer better sensitivity. Choosing the right material can enhance your fishing experience based on your preferences and the conditions you face.
When choosing a fishing rod for ocean fishing, it's essential to consider its power and action. Power refers to the rod's strength and ability to handle different fish sizes, while action describes how much the rod bends when pressure is applied. A medium to heavy power rod with a fast action is often ideal for targeting larger ocean species.
Yes, there are fishing rods specifically designed for various ocean fishing techniques, such as surf fishing, jigging, and trolling. Each technique requires different rod characteristics to optimize performance. Understanding the technique you plan to use will help you select the most suitable rod for your ocean fishing adventures.
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