TRO104 • 360 Trolling Rod

Every salmon angler is searching for that one rod. The one that never leaves the boat because it's ready for just about every fishery you troll through throughout the seasons. Now, we think all whole 360 Trolling Rod series shines with different regions, tactics, lead weights and personal fishing styles. But for us, one that we love to recommend and is one of our favorite “do it all” rods is the Talon TRO104.

Around the shop, we call it the "unicorn" because it's one of those rare rods that truly does it all. From the heavy tides and powerful currents of Buoy 10 to the long runs upriver chasing fall Chinook, running the TRO104 in a downrigger in the Puget Sounds or having it with our custom handle option as a Mooching Rod, the TRO104 is earning a reputation as one of the more versatile salmon rods we've ever built.

Building Rods for Big Fish

Anyone who's fished Buoy 10 knows the fishing conditions can be demanding. Heavy current often means fishing with 18 ounces of lead sometimes just to keep your gear in the strike zone. 

The TRO104 is a great choice.

It has the backbone to pull heavy gear all day while still maintaining the responsive tip needed to detect strikes. The TRO104 has the power to control big fish without feeling like a pool cue in your hands.

 

Then Follow the Fish Upriver

As salmon push farther into the Columbia River system throughout the fall, the TRO104 continues to shine even more. It transitions effortlessly into upriver fisheries, making it an ideal rod for anglers who don't want to own different setups for every stretch of river.

Instead of switching rods as the season changes, you can simply keep fishing the one you've already grown to trust.

Need Even More Power?

While the TRO104 is our go-to "do everything trolling" rod, some anglers prefer a rod built specifically for the heaviest trolling applications.

That's where the Talon TRO1066 and Talon TRO966 come into play.

Both rods are outstanding choices for anglers who consistently fish heavy current, heavy lead and large trolling spreads. They have the backbone to comfortably fish 18-20 ounces of lead, control oversized Chinook, and excel during Buoy 10 season. 

Why We Keep Reaching for the TRO104

If we had to choose just one salmon trolling rod for the entire fall season, the TRO104 is a phenomenal choice for a rod that stays in the rod holder all season.

It's powerful enough for Buoy 10, versatile enough for the Columbia River system and makes fighting fish enjoyable. That's why we call it our unicorn rod.

If you're looking for one rod that can carry you from your first day at Buoy 10 to your last fall troll of the season, the Talon TRO104 is tough to beat.

Feel free to reach out to us on our chat feature on the website or give us a call or text at the shop phone with any questions you may have. Tight lines out on the river this Fall and cheers to another fall fishing season in 2026!

-The Talon Rods Team