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

• Size: EB-50 - MEDIUM HEAVY
• Brand: Okuma
• Dimensions: 6.00" h x 8.00" w x 10.00" l, 5.00 pounds

Features

• Titanium-coated stainless-steel spool rim
• 9 ball bearings plus a 1-way clutch bearing
• EDS extra drag system
• Spare aluminum spool
• Quick Set anti-reverse system

Customer Reviews

super casting and baitfeeder
I bought this small-midsize baitfeeder, and I am really happy with it. It has superior casting, the baitfeeder works perfect, and is easy to use and adjust, with it automatic "off feature" Even if I won't be using the baitfeeder system, it is now my one of my favorite reels. as good as any shimano spinner reel I've bought(I own 3 shimano spinner reels, 3 other brands and 2 baitcasters) up to $160. Absolute value for money. I will be looking for more Okuma material. Definitely one of my best buys. Looks great, works great!

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.

Solid spinning baitfeeder
I've been fishing beyond the breakers on a kayak for a couple of years now. Last year, I picked up an epixor eb-30, in addition to my conventionals.

pros:
-easy to cast(i can't cast a conventional w/ a 3 ft leader if i tried.)
-bait runner works great, used on smacks, ling, bull reds, sharks, kings.
-EB-30 holds ~200+yds of 30lb of braid, which is more than enough via kayak.
-drag is nice and smooth, just as good as a normal epixor ef-30
-has a standard rear drag when in baitrunner mode, helps when trolling for kings if your ribbon fish is causing too much drag

cons:
-slightly bigger than the ef-30
-the clicker is not loud enough!!!!
-the paint on the exterior chips too easy, typical okuma quality. Okuma products tend to work just fine, but they look beat up with only 1+ yrs of moderate fishing.

I recently bought a 2nd epixor eb30 and no longer bring out my conventionals for nearshore fishing.