Topline Softbait combo from Okuma, the perfectly matched softbait set that will never let you stop fishing.
The Reel
The ITX Carbon spinning reels are a light weight, compact bodied spinning reel constructed of rigid C-40X long strand carbon fiber. This C-40X process is 25% stronger than standard graphite reels and is featured in the body, side plates and rotor of the ITX making it perfect for your light inshore needs.
The ITX features a multi-disc, carbon fiber drag system with Okuma’s Hydro Block Gasket, keeping water out and your drag running smooth. The 7HPG +1RB High Performance, grease packed bearings keep the reel running smoothly along with the precision machine cut brass pinion gear. And the Quick-Set anti reverse roller bearing stops the reel on a dime. ITX reels are designed with Okuma’s CFR, Cyclonic Flow Rotor technology which sweeps water away from the two-toned anodized machined aluminum spool. The 3,000 and 4,000 size reels all come standard with 6.0:1 high speed gearing. One of the key features to the new ITX Carbon reels is the machined aluminum, screw in handle design keeping your handle running tight with no more loosening screws
Specification:
- Model: ITX-4000H
- Gear ratio: 5.0:1
- Bearings: 7BB+1HCB
- Weight: 262g
- Line retrieve: 76.2cm
- Drag force: 6kg
- Mono line capacity(m/mm): 0.25/260, 0.30/180, 0.35/130
The Rod
Kotare is the Maori word for the sacred kingfisher bird. This bird inspired this purpose-built range of rods by being fast, light and purpose built.
New for 2020, the Kotare range has been developed to provide the highest level of performance in the Okuma range. This range of rods is made from the highest modulus carbon found and coupled with the best components it provides a lighter, stronger and more responsive rods that are designed for Kiwi’s by Kiwi’s. The 46T carbon construction is coupled with Okuma’s patented UMR (Ultimate Matrix Reinforcement) technology so while you maintain the sensitivity of a high modulus rod, you do not have to forgo on durability. Every rod has its limitations but with UMR, it maximises the performance of the materials adding enhanced reinforcing to vulnerable areas strengthening the overall action and minimizing weight.
The Kotare range is the flagship range for Okuma New Zealand and each and every rod has been designed and tested in New Zealand. These rods will impress!
Kotare Softbait
Designed by keen softbait fishermen using the latest in rod building technology, the Kotare 7’6 6-10kg has been built to be the ultimate softbait rod for New Zealand conditions. Utilising a 46T graphite blank, revolutionary UMR technology, a minimalist carbon foregrip and reel seat and the highest quality SIC guides, the Kotare softbait rod is incredibly light and responsive. The super fast action means you are always in touch with your lure and can pick up even the most subtle of hits on the drop or retrieve. Once hooked up the rod has a truly impressive amount of backbone, perfect for turning big snapper out of reefy terrain.
Features:
- Super high-modulus 46T carbon blank
- Ultra Matrix Reinforcement to increase durability
- ALPS carbon fibre reel seat
- ALPS SiC Guides
- Super lightweight and responsive
Specification:
- Model: OKROKTS762DSH
- Type: Spin Softbaiting
- Rod Power: Heavy
- Length: 7'6"
- Sections: 2
- Line Weight: 6-10kg
- Guides: Fixed
- Componentry: Alps