Shimano Baitrunner 8000 OC Maikuro II Telescopic Rock Combo 10ft 8-12kg 2-4oz

Performance without compromise

Give long casts without stretching your budget, the Shimano Baitrunner 8000 OC Maikuro II Telescopic Rock Combo is matched with the practical fisho in mind. Get ready to do some serious fishing!

The Reel
Superseding the well known Shimano Baitrunner B series, the Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC is the latest release in Shimano’s Baitrunner range. This new series boasts some of the most exciting upgrades seen in a Baitrunner reel for years, yet it still consists of the elements which made Baitrunner a household name for Kiwi fishermen. 

The Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC is a medium sized Baitrunner fishing reel making it ideal for stray-lining and live-baiting off the boat or casting from the rocks. This new range now comes with a replaceable spool clicker, Vari-speed oscillation to make sure you get perfect line lay with Power Pro and other braided lines, and Propulsion Line management to give you that extra distance while casting. 

Not only have the handles been upgraded from the B series, but the Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC also features a Cold Forged spool for increased strength and durability and Shimano's Fluidrive II which increases the efficiency of the retrieve for more power with less effort.

The Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC would have to be one of the most versatile, affordable bait fishing reels out and is without a doubt the one reel you must have next time you hit the water!

The Rod
The Shimano Maikuro II Telescopic Rod is part of Shimano’s 2020 Maikuro series, expertly engineered to deliver great value, versatility,and performance. This telescopic rod features highly responsive graphite blanks, making it ideal for taking on freshwater fish and even heavier coastal and reef dwellers. The sleek, modern design sports a matt black finish with white, silver and black trims, while the butt configurations utilise Sea Guide carbon hooded reel seats. A combination of cork and EVA grips were selected for the rod to give it the best transmission of bites. Versatile and efficient, Shimano’s Maikuro rods are tried and true favourites amongst anglers.

Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC Reel Features:

• Baitrunner System ideal for stray-lining for snapper and live-baiting for kingies
  
• Dyna Balance Anti Wobble System to create smooth rotation and eliminate vibrations in the reel
  
• Oversized Power Roller reduces twist from casting and retrieving
  
• Propulsion Line Management System so your reel can cope with using braided lines and extra casting distance
  
• Fluid Drive 2 Gearing System increases the efficiency of the retrieve for more power with less effort
  
• Super Stopper 2 Anti-Reverse System eliminates back-play and provides you with instant hook-setting power
  
• Direct Drive Mechanism (thread in handle)
  
• Varispeed Oscillation System to make sure you get perfect line lay with Power Pro and other braided lines
  
• Cold Forged Aluminium Spool for increased strength and durability over die-cast aluminium or graphite spools
  

Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC Reel Specifications:

• Type: Spinning
  
• Retrieve per Crank: 91cm
  
• Bearings: Stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing
  
• Max Drag: 9kg
  
• Mono Cap: 9kg/178m
  
• Powerpro Cap: 40lbs/245yds
  
• Line Capacity: lbs Yds – 14/295 – 17/250 – 20/195
  
• Drag Type: FD/BTR
  
• Weight: 590g
  
• Gear Ratio: 4.8:1
  

Shimano Maikuro II Telescopic Rod Features:

• Sleek, modern design
• Matt black finish with white, silver and black trims
• Butt configurations utilise Sea Guide carbon hooded reel seats
• Combination of cork and EVA grips deliver the best transmission of bites
• Highly responsive graphite blanks make it useful for targeting freshwater fish and even heavier coastal and reef dwellers

Shimano Maikuro II Telescopic Rod Specifications:

• Pieces: 1 (telescopic)
• Length (collapsed): 1.3m
• Length (extended): 10ft
• Line weight: 8-12kg
• Lure weight: 2-4oz / 55-110g
• Guide type: Sea guide