Inspira Spin Reel Hybrid Alum Body Grph Rotor 9+1BB 280yd 12lb

by Okuma

Product Features

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Product Description

The cornerstone of the okuma range of spinning reels, the new Inspira has moved up a class to include Alumlite body construction. Featuring our patented Elliptical Oscillation System for precision line lay and our multi-disk drag system for ultimate performance. Okuma technology continues to provide quality and value to the most discriminating angler. Features patented Elliptical oscillation system and 9 stainless steel ball bearings. Also features quick set anti-reverse system, multi-disk drag system, ported aluminum spool, aluminum folding handle, and spare aluminum spool.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• ASIN: B000BKXHDG
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #763,219 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A great reel at this price, December 20, 2011

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This review is from: Inspira Spin Reel Hybrid Alum Body Grph Rotor 9+1BB 280yd 12lb (Misc.)

Okuma reel is never high-end, but at this price, it really worths a try.

Opening up the reel, the main gear is not as thick as a Saltiga or a Stella, but performance-wise, it is not bad. It indeed can match the performance of Shimano Stradic series, at 1/3 of the price.

However, even if it says you can spool 8lb line (20lb braided spiderwire) with 280yards, if you are reeling 10-20lb bass and salman all the time, this reel will break in a few trips, mostly right at the thinner gear. If your forte is crappie and white bass fishing, this is a good reel that can last a couple of seasons.

Hope Okuma will double the width of the gear (even just stack current gear twice) to give it more strength. Yes, you may be out for a crappie fishing, but you can't control what ends up at your hook. If you end up fighting a 20lb striper on the run, you can see how a gear bent half-way. Okuma want $23 + shipping for the replacment gear, so you may want to just buy another new one...