ONTARIO, Calif.: Okuma has been in the low profile baitcast reel game for quite some time. This year Okuma introduces the Hakai DT baitcast reels. These lightweight reels feature Okuma’s LiteCast magnesium frame with a corrosion resistant coating on both the frame and side plates. Starting at 5.9 ounces, these reels are light weight and feature packed.
The Hakai features a 6BB + 1RB stainless steel bearing drive system. The main driving factor on this reel is the 42mm oversized hardened, machine cut brass main gear. With the collaboration with Dream Tackle, Okuma introduces the Super tuned Flite Spool with its patented Flite Shaft hollow stainless steel main shaft providing free spool and castability. The Hakai is constructed with a C-40X carbon injected star drag as well as an external adjustable magnetic cast control system. Next to the star you will find a built in, universal line diameter indicator to let you know what line you have on the reel at all times.
There are a total of Ten models within the Hakai lineup. Six of the ten models are standard baitcast reels with gear ratios of 6.2:1, 7.3:1 and 8.1:1. Two additional Pitching reels come in at 6.2:1 and two Finesse reels with an 8.1:1 gear ratio. The reels also feature a multi-disc stainless steel and carbon hybrid drag system puts out up to 24-pounds of drag. All models are available in both left and right hand retrieve.
Hakai Low Profile Baitcast Reels have a retail price of $169.99-$184.99 and are backed by a 3-year limited warranty. For more information, please visit okumafishing.com.