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OKUMA · Spinning Reels
Okuma Coronado CDX Baitfeeder Spinning Reel, Size 6500
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- Item weight
- 16 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 8"L x 7"W x 5"H
Quick take
A large saltwater spinning reel with a secondary bait-feeding line control for live bait and slow trolling.
The Okuma Coronado CDX in size 65 is a baitfeeder spinning reel with a switch that turns the free-spool feature on and off, plus a second adjustment for how freely line leaves the spool. It pairs a graphite body and rotor with a machined aluminum spool and handle, and runs on stainless steel bearings. It suits anglers who fish live or cut bait with a spinning setup and want to let a fish take line before engaging the main drag.
Best for
- Live bait fishing for stripers, snapper, and grouper
- Slow trolling and bottom fishing offshore
- Anglers fishing structures with live mackerel or mullet
Skip if
- You fish primarily artificial lures
- You need a fast-retrieve ratio for spinning
Strengths
- Baitfeeder system controls line for feeding live bait without reeling
- 33 lb max drag handles heavy saltwater species
- Micro-adjustable secondary drag fine-tunes feed rate
Trade-offs
- Large size (6500) heavy for extended saltwater sessions
- Secondary drag system adds complexity to spool management
- Designed for specialized technique; limits general-purpose use
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | baitfeeder spinning reel |
|---|---|
| Size | 6500 |
| Gear ratio | 4.9:1 |
| Max drag | 33 lb |
| Line capacity | 320 yd at 20 lb |
| Line retrieve | 31 in per turn |
| Bearings | 4 stainless steel plus one-way clutch |
Facts
| Reel size | 65 |
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