The Okuma Hakai Reel Review!

[@marctheriault]

This is going to be such a cool series!! Touched on all the important points to consider with a new reel purchase, and added just the right amount of detail to justify the scores. And since I've been going in the ~$100 price range for my first round of baitcast reel purchases, this will give me a solid foundation of info for when it's time to step up to the next level in quality. Your insights are mentioned and praised on other KZbinrs' channels and with this kinda content, it demonstrates that the praise is well earned and bound to increase. 👍👊🤙

[@BassGeek]

Man Thank you sir! That is one heck of a compliment that I'm sure I don't deserve. hahaha Thank you so much though really that means a lot.

[@marctheriault]

@@BassGeek seriously, you got name checked a couple of times on the Burly Fishing member broadcast last night.

[@ronwallace7563]

Great information, as always. Appreciate you posting these. Looking forward to more in this series!

[@BassGeek]

I enjoy it and we've done a few and they will be out over the next few weeks.

[@ryanbarnes5155]

I got one when Tackle Warehouse had a 30% off going on 11/30 . I just got it today. Very nice in hand and very light. At $122 I knew all the influencers and Okuma was hyping it up to be a great real I could not pass on it.

[@BassGeek]

Hey let us know what you think of it. It is a very good reel.

[@brianlee9074]

Thanks for the video Hank. Still waiting for my Okuma rod/reel from TW. 30% off meant wait until February for me. 😒. See you on the next one. 🤘🎣

[@BassGeek]

Man that stinks I'm sorry to hear that.

[@mikeanderson7165]

As always thank you for helping us learn about all the different tackle as always you Rock

[@BassGeek]

Thank you and YOU ROCK

[@nathanneeleyfishing8188]

Good looking reel!! I’m a Lew’s fan got a bunch of them great video looking forward to the series!!

[@BassGeek]

I'm a Lew's fan myself but I love to try new stuff.

[@nathanneeleyfishing8188]

Yes sir I do too!!

[@ScruffyCityFishing]

Great video. I have a few Okuma spinning reels that have been fantastic. The lake you are on looks to be in 2 different seasons. Snow on the left, sun on the right.

[@BassGeek]

Hahahaha yeah.

[@dougshelton7656]

Looking forward to seeing what other reels and products on this series.

[@BassGeek]

I'm gonna have fun with it.

[@scottvermonter920]

Great review Sir keep the great content coming! Looking forward to more reviews.

[@BassGeek]

Thanks very much.

[@texoma_outdoors]

The only okuma I've ever had is a spinning reel. I bought it for my wife to replace one she threw in the lake. I've used it far more than she has and its my go to ned rig setup. I was going to buy a second one but they had been discontinued. Still a tremendous reel for $50-60 bucks

[@BassGeek]

LOL I got one coming for ya then. I love the Okuma ITC with is a 100-119 but the Okuma Epixor XT is my second fav and its 75ish.

[@oneshoeless]

Thanks for the review. I really appreciate how you break things down. I'm going to add a rod and reel this spring and I am still trying to figure out what I want. I can only afford one thing at a time otherwise I would have a garage full of things I want. LOL!

[@BassGeek]

hahahaha thanks and you will build up a lot of gear trust me.

[@lannyseals2084]

Great review and your reviews will definitely help out with upgrades I plan to do in the near future... tight lines!👍🎣

[@Kaboom-fc9rr]

Great review. Can't wait to see more of these. I'm looking at replacing some of my casting reels. Can't wait to see these. Hoping the daiwa tatula is in your reviews (my current reel) to see how it stacks up.

[@BassGeek]

We got more coming.

[@jaredkemperfishing]

Glad you covered a lot of points to consider bc it all matters when I'm spending my $$. Keep u pl the good work

[@BassGeek]

Thanks I tried and this is new so we will get it stream lined.

[@tobybobo6539]

I’m loving what you’re doing 🔥, can’t wait to the finish

[@BassGeek]

Thanks! I'm so happy you all are liking it.

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Great review!!!! Look forward to further series on reels!!!👊🏻👍🏻 Stay Safe &God Bless!!!

[@BassGeek]

We might do a bunch of stuff. Rods, lures etc.

[@hammer9856]

I'd knock it down to 4 stars on the tightness as the side plate isn't retained when released... too easy to lose it when opening, especially given that it takes some force to get it off... I can just see it suddenly breaking free, jumping from your hand and going "plop" over board. It's just an added feature that I really appreciate in a reel. Good review. I've heard I lot of good things about this reel.

[@BassGeek]

That is a good point.

[@bradr.7249]

Great Review Hank. One of the things that I look for in a reel is durability as well. I hope that internal gears and components are of good quality for years of abuse.

[@BassGeek]

I've had it for about 3months now on this jerkbait rod which I've used a lot and so far it's not move a dial or have I had to tweak it at all.

[@BigDirtDawg]

@@BassGeek how has this reel held up and is there a reel in the same price range you like better?

[@rvfishingyet]

Really appreciate this style of review over numerous outings and months of use. Look forward to the next reviews. For example, how does Okuma Hakai truly line up against a Shimano, Daiwa, Abu Garcia, Lew’s etc in that 150/160 market. Thanks for the review Hank!

[@BassGeek]

That's what I hope to do. Is as I do this series you will get to see how it ranks against the others. At the end of each video there witll be a top 5 in that price range.

[@marioochavez]

i like this review, i been looking into the okuma stuff lately!

[@BassGeek]

This is a good reel in that price range.

[@willperryman4559]

Hank, that’s a pretty sweet review of the reel, and seems like it’s gonna be tough to beat, especially in the price range 🤷🏻‍♂️😎🎣🍀

[@BassGeek]

I may have over rated it but I'm new at this rating thing so I'll adjust as we go.

[@willperryman4559]

@@BassGeek All good Hank, and I can tell you love that reel, and it’s value is there.✊💯

[@fishdaddyforreel]

Solid review on this reel. I’m buying one. I use diawa. And abu. But this reel seems unbeatable for under 180 bucks.

[@BassGeek]

Awesome I just ordered 3 more lol

[@LipRippinJunkie]

Keep the content coming buddy!

[@BassGeek]

Thanks I'll do my best.

[@LUE68]

Great idea Hank. Gonna be tuning in to this just to kick myself over all my Shimanos! I need a spinning reel recommendation. I bought a 7 4" med fast Vendetta to use for a darter head rod. That's why I reached out earlier. Wanted to know what u think of the technique? What's a good 100 to 200 dollar range reel. Best buy at $150ish in ur esteemed opinion? Don't know Okuma, Abu or Lews In spinning. $150 range I know will be decent but don't be afraid to save me some money if you got a sleeper. Thx bud! Have u fished a darter head?

[@BassGeek]

If you are talking spinning reels you can get a great reel for less than 200 or 150. I'll give ya 3 at the 100-120 price that's great First the Diawa Fuego Lt second the Lews Custom Pro, 3rd the Okuma ITX Carbon.

[@LUE68]

@@BassGeek u truly are the best. Gonna try on me some okuma.

[@juli82E]

Very jealous! The first date on mine with TW was 1/8, now it's 2/15!!!Can't wait to get it, kinda need it. How does the Hakai stand next to the Helios?

[@pacman_17]

Some cheap reels have a lot of play in the handle knobs. You can feel the knobs sliding a bit back and forth while retrieving.

[@BassGeek]

Good news it this had very little if any of that.

[@farrzmd3038]

Great video. Definitely a solid series. Looking forward to see what reels are next. How would you say it compares to the shimano slx xt or the diawa tatula Ct ? Do you think it’d be worth it to save and then spend the extra $30-40 on the hakai ?

[@BassGeek]

I like both of those reels a lot and I like this reel for lighter lures so if that's what you're gonna do with it then yes.

[@farrzmd3038]

@@BassGeek thanks. That’s exactly what I’m looking for, lighter lures.

[@troycote4503]

Hey big guy, was wondering how it compares to the Curado K 200, my favorite reels currently on the market. Have you owned one? Smooth as butter, casts big baits really well and with so many teeth engaged at once with the micro module gears

[@BassGeek]

Hard to beat a Shimano hahahaha

[@anthonygray2643]

What up I just look at this video I'm a follower of your chanel remember I ask you about the trash master jig well just wanted the 411 on Diawa reels was interested in the ones that has the mag force z braking system in them is this reel good for someone like me to learn how to use a baitcaster

[@BassGeek]

I like diawa reels. The CT for example is a great reel. Now is it up to the Hakai I don't thank so but for a 139 reel It's damn close.

[@andrewcochran7642]

Shimano slx xt is that price range slx dc and mgl just couple dollars more I’d like to see how they compare to that okuma ….. I’ve got a few curado n love them and wonder if the slx worth the saved $$

[@BassGeek]

Oh yeah we are gonna test those for sure

[@makcatchem9614]

Could you possibly do a review on the new ride from Ark called the essence

[@BassGeek]

Heck yeah. It's on the list.

[@seizedcarcass8440]

Off topic but have you seen the zman finesse frogz? They are a really small soft body frog. They look like they would make a great topwater for spinning rods.

[@BassGeek]

It's fishing so never off topic. Yes they look great.

[@seizedcarcass8440]

@@BassGeek I just bought a pack to try out this summer. Even may be a good finesse buzzbait trailer?

[@4reelfishing635]

Have you used any of the bfs style baitcasters specifically the curado or slx bfs reels

[@BassGeek]

Sure have I've got the SLX and SLX DC. We'll be doing reviews on those as we go for sure.

[@jeremynewhouse6530]

Most reels or combo’s around $100-$150 will do the job for people that fish for fun on the weekends or fish a few tournaments a month. If your putting In more time than that just make the investment and get a couple quality set ups to start with. It will save you money in the long run.

[@BassGeek]

Man I'll be honest I fish a lot and I use mostly 100 dollar reels but I have like 50 so not like I use every one of them every trip.

[@poppy.fishing]

I'm definitely interested in that reel. I would like to have all three speeds. Does it seem to be worth the money?

[@BassGeek]

Yeah I’ll have to say I think it is. Been using it for 3 months now it’s tight as a tic.

[@robtreasure4291]

See you at Columbus fishing expo 🎣

[@BassGeek]

If all goes well I will be there.

[@andrewcochran7642]

I like a abu sx in the 150$ range I’ve got okuma bait runners I love cat n carp n just never try there baitcasters this one sounds nice 4.5 stars I got 300$ reel I wldnt give 4.5

[@BassGeek]

Well we just started so I might be a little high we’ll adjust as we go and get the format down.

[@aarondavis8224]

Everytime I look at a reel in this price range I end up comparing it to a Curado and end up buying another Curado, I also really like my SLX DC reels. I guess I'm just a shimano fan lol.

[@BassGeek]

Those are to hard to beat reels.

[@marshall2294]

Was they not advertised as having magnesium frames?

[@BassGeek]

They are Light Cast (whatever that means) Magnesium frame.

[@steve4321able]

I'm a Lews guy but it seems their reels cant handle the test of time. This includes their high end reels. Seems like I'm always shipping back a reel after a year of use. Also, Lews merged with Strike King and I am not receiving the one on one customer service I once had with Lews. I am seriously considering going with Shimano now.

[@BassGeek]

I'll be honest I seem to have more troulble out of "high end" gear then I do the bang for the buck stuff. Take the LFS. 100 bucks clean it every 2yrs and that think lasts forever. Move up to the BB1 Pro I've had parts come off and need to be replaced. I bought 6 200 Diawa R types and the side plates don't stay tight. Makes me nuts.

[@steve4321able]

Exactly! Maybe why the LFS is the best seller!

[@johnrich9278]

Odd that the frame flexes like plastic, it's supposed to be magnesium.

[@BassGeek]

If you look at that peace I don't think it's actually part of the frame. I think that's a plastic insert.

[@mr.munsey9322]

i love the hakai dt 💪

[@BassGeek]

It's one heck of a reel so far.

[@willieharkless782]

Wich one is considered the bfs

[@BassGeek]

I’m not sure Let me look

[@rusellesanchez7370]

Loved how you reviewed that Okuma,,I like your straight approach,,looking forward to more of your reviews thanks bro,,now RUN TO JESUS

[@BassGeek]

Thank you very much.

[@solidrockoutdoors]

Great series with that said try a Shimano SLX MGL you’ll be surprised! Also I spy some pink K9 😉 #K9fishingline

[@BassGeek]

I hope to do a review on that it is on the list.

[@prestonlittlejohn5659]

Why didn't you show us that reel casting a bait to where we can see for ourselves. Not that we don't believe you its just alot easier to see for ourselves. Thanks great video.

[@BassGeek]

Dang it I thought I did. That's my bad. I though I put one in.

[@giefaankim]

looking forward to the series~ but for this price range...hmm i'd rather go SLX DC

[@BassGeek]

I’m with ya. We Are gonna do a review on it.

[@sculpinator14]

SALT WATER RATED? cannot find an answer anywhere

[@BassGeek]

I don't think so.

[@sculpinator14]

@@BassGeek much appreciated. Can't find any of the Hakai DT 100x online so i guess its a Curado MGL.

[@davidhenderson1738]

Sorry bud you lost me at Okuma. Keep up the good work thanks.

[@BassGeek]

Everyone's got their own man.

[@OkumaFishingUSA]

These comments crack me up..lol

[@marioochavez]

early 🤘🏽

[@BassGeek]

Thanks and you ROCK

[@jessemrieg7317]

That’s a carbon visor there chief… not plastic..

[@BassGeek]

I’m not saying it is plastic I’m saying I don’t like the flex. Chief…

[@jessemrieg7317]

@@BassGeek you said it was plastic in the video there guy…. I’ve said my peace. Get educated quit spouting nonsense. Looks bad…

[@christophercurtis2550]

You should start making you home boss baby top water reverse reports cuz I made one test tonight how many one

[@BassGeek]

You just never know. hahahaha

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

Anybody buying this reel beware. The reel casts extremely well and checks off all boxes except durability. Do yourself a favor and look how Okuma cheaped out the last part of the reel and put a plastic screw in nut for the handle retaining screw. Talk about just mailing in the final part it’s embarrassing. My buddy broke the handle off the reel and I said no problem I have a nut at home that I can put on for you. Surprise it’s a cheap plastic screw that sheered off into the gear shaft at the handle. Horrible design so save your money and buy Shimano MGL

[@BassGeek]

That sucks lucky I have not had that issue yet

[@kbrkis]

First

[@BassGeek]

BAM!!!! You Rock!

[@jessemrieg7317]

6 ounces there chief…

[@BassGeek]

Ugh