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OKUMA · Spinning Reels
Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Reel, 5.3:1, 26-35 lb Drag
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Style: RA-8000
Gear Ratio: 5.3;1
- 5.3;1
Reel Type: Surf Spin
Size: 305yds-20lb
- 305yds-20lb
- Item weight
- 18.7 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 8.74 x 6.73 x 5 inches
Quick take
A graphite-bodied surf spinning reel with long cast spool and corrosion-resistant design.
The Okuma Rockaway Surf RA-8000 is a size 8000 spinning reel built for casting from the beach. It pairs a long-cast aluminum spool with a graphite body and a 5.3:1 gear ratio that picks up about 48 inches of line per turn. Max drag is 35 pounds, and the ported rotor helps water drain and air move through after a day in the surf. At 18.7 ounces, it suits surf anglers who want a big spinning reel for heavier line.
Best for
- Saltwater surf fishing
- Casting long distances from the beach
- Fishing for stripers and large saltwater species
Skip if
- You fish only in freshwater
- You need a reel with higher gear ratio for fast retrieve
Strengths
- Lightweight graphite body reduces fatigue during long sessions
- Cyclonic flow rotor increases air circulation to prevent corrosion
- Long cast spool and high line pickup aid distance casting
Trade-offs
- Graphite body is less rugged than full metal reels
- 5.3:1 ratio is slower for quick retrieve
- Designed specifically for surf fishing, less versatile
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Surf fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | surf spinning reel |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.3:1 |
| Max drag | 26-35 lb |
| Bearings | 4BB+1RB stainless steel |
| Line pickup | 40+ inches |
Facts
| Reel size | 8000 |
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