Okuma Makaira 30II

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Okuma is one of those companies that’s been flirting with the big-game offshore market for several years. Most of their products in the past have hit great price points, but you wouldn’t find them on most big-game boats. That should all change with the company’s newest line of Okuma Makaira offshore reels.

Okuma’s Makaira 30II was built to go head-to-head with the offshore market’s heavy hitters and come away shining. The reel features a machined aluminum frame and forged side plates, so you won’t find a bit of flex no matter how hard you pour on the drag. A custom-designed thrust bearing alleviates side load, and a ratcheting drag lever and preset allows you to make incremental adjustments to your drag setting. You also get a patented T-bar handle and a double-dog proprietary anti-reverse system. It’s time to give Okuma a shot.

For more information, visit www.okumafishing.com.