Product Description

Okuma Epixor's patented baitfeeder system lets you use live bait to maximum effect. Now you've got the control when fishing live bait. The baitfeeder system uses an easy to reach lever that disengages the spool, letting line run freely... free spool tension can be controlled with an easy to reach rear adjustment giving you time to set the hook and set up for a fight. Okuma's three-piece spool construction features a machined aluminum spool with a titanium-coated, stainless steel spool rim... spare Aluminum spool included! 9 BB + 1 one-way clutch bearing for incredibly smooth action; EDS extra drag system offers a 30% larger drag for incredible stopping power; Quick-Set anti-reverse system guarantees rock solid hook sets and eliminates handle play. Features Okuma's newest handle design, a machine-cut handle arm and a soft, comfortable handle knob. For fresh water or inshore angling with live bait the Epixor can't be beat. Choose the model that suits your needs and order ONLINE today. AVAILABLE SEPARATELY: Okuma Epixor Baitfeeder Reel, Model EB-50 - word search in our Store for 'Okuma Reels'. Okuma Epixor Baitfeeder Reel: EB-50; Spinning Reel; 275/10 Line Capacity; 9+1 Ball Bearings; 5.0:1 Ratio; Weighs 17 1/2 ozs.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #65738 in Sports & Outdoors
• Brand: Okuma
• Dimensions: .0 pounds

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Customer Reviews

Extremely smooth, very nice reel
I purchased two Epixor spinning reels, an EB-50 and an EB-65, about 6 years ago, and overall, I have been very happy with these reels. The 10-bearings make this a really smooth and quiet reel, and the anti-reverse, live bait feeder, and drag have worked flawlessly. I use the EB-50 for my Chesapeake chumming rod with 17# mono, and the EB-65 for a 12' ocean surf rod with 50# braided line. I probably should have purchased the Coronado version for my surf rod, since Coronados have the same bait feeder feature but are specifically designed to resist saltwater, but I religiously flush my tackle with fresh water after every outing, and after 6 years see no corrosion, even on the surf outfit.

Epixor reels come with an additional spool (without the titanium lip the first reel has) which comes in handy if you need to switch to a different line type or weight. I particularly like the bait feeder lever which not only allows you to fish live bait without resistance or an open bail, but also really comes in handy just in lowering your bottom rig to the right height when you're trying to rebait a long surf stick standing in a sand spike.

My only real complaint about the Okumas is that the finish on the Epixor reels could be more durable. I'm a pretty meticulous person in taking care of my gear, yet somehow the silver, painted finish has chipped in a few places on both reels, or line has cut through it when it accidentally wrapped around the bale pivot. Not really a biggie, but not something I see on my American-made reels. But hey, for all of the other features at this price, I can live with a few dings. With a more durable finish, I would have given the Epixor 5 stars.

Great reel for the Money
Bought this reel to use pier fishing on the North Carolina Coast. The reel worked very well for this application and helped me catch more fish by being able to land them faster. I also do alot of striper fishing and plan to use the reel to free line live bait this spring. I am very pleased with my purchase.