Reel Chase Fishing Gear Reviews: Okuma Coldwater 350 Low Profile Linecounter Reel Review

Okuma Coldwater 350 Low Profile Linecounter Reel

Rating: 4.3/5

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PROS

- The reel is well-designed and made of durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant materials.

- It comes with a warranty so you get the exact product you paid for.

CONS

- It's not a good fit for saltwater fishing.

- It may not be as durable as other reels, so take care when you're using the product.

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Intro

If you live in or frequently travel to an area that has great walleye fishing, the Okuma Coldwater 350 Low Profile Linecounter Reel will be a great choice for you.

Of course, it's not just for walleye fishing. It's also great for catching a lot of other freshwater game. You'll be able to monitor and adjust you line you your lure doesn't get snagged at the bottom.

The Coldwater 350 works just as advertised, which can't really be said for a lot of products out there. This reel, however, is straightforward and it will work as you expect it to.

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Main Usage

The Okuma Coldwater 350 is a great tool to use when you're out looking to catch some walleye, bass, and trout. It can work both as a casting reel and a trolling reel. Okuma is one of the best brands when it comes to reels that can do both.

When the season and weather are right, it's great to go fishing for some walleye or trout, especially if you live near freshwater lakes. If you spend a lot of your vacations at lakes where these fish thrive, the Okuma Coldwater 350 is a must-have.

Once you engage the clicker when you drop the downrigger, you'll see why you brought this reel along. Knowing how much line you have, which is the whole point of a line counter, is also a good thing to have on your side. It can make a great experience at the lake that much better.

Product Features

Reel Body:

The Okuma Coldwater 350 has a very lightweight die cast aluminum frame. Die cast aluminum is very light but has high strength and hardness. It's also very resistant to corrosion and can withstand high-temperature environments. These properties make die cast aluminum a great choice for housings.

There are fewer chances of corrosion in a freshwater environment, but why take chances? Since you'll be using this reel over water, it's best to make sure that it won't retain rust and stains. That way, you'll have to pay less attention to maintenance and cleaning, and more to bagging the best catch of the day.

Drag System:

Drag is one important thing you must pay attention to when fishing. Ideally, it should be manageable. The Okuma Coldwater 350 has a multi-disc carbonite drag system. Once the fish takes the bait, you won't feel the drag. The drag then sets retrieval running.

This drag system allows for a reliable and consistent drag, making fishing a much more pleasant and manageable experience. You'll see that the drag is quite smooth, which is an important feature in all the best reels. The system guarantees optimum durability and smoothness, thereby making fishing a walk in the park.

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Ball Bearings:

The bearing system is another vital part of a fishing reel. The Okuma Coldwater 350 has 3BB + 1RB Stainless steel ball bearings that can keep corrosive materials like water and grit out of the system. With this feature, you won't have to worry much about rust setting in inside the reel and damaging its components.

The ball bearing system in the Coldwater 350 has four balls, which is more than what bearing systems in other reels have.

Usually, the more balls in a bearing system, the smoother it runs. You'll be able to cast smoothly and easily thanks to this system.

Spool:

The Okuma Coldwater 350 has a machined aluminum spool that makes for smooth casting and reeling. Machined aluminum is lubricated, which means that dissipate the heat generated by friction. As you cast your line out or reel it in, the line will be causing friction against the spool. Thus, machined aluminum is a great choice of material to avoid damage caused by friction.

The aluminum used in making the spool is also anodized. Anodized aluminum is oxidized to create a corrosion-resistant surface, which is important in wet environments. You can expect smooth casting with the materials used in the spool.

Conclusion:

Though the reel may have some kinks, they're nothing that good and careful handling can't deal with. If you use the reel for what it's meant for, it should stay with you for a long time. It's made of great materials and has a good design, and it'll help you catch dinner with ease.

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