Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel review and price compare 2025

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Brand	OKUMA
Material	Graphite
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Color	Multi-coloured
Handle Material	EVA
Item Weight	8.7 Ounces
Fishing Line Type	Monofilament

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Choosing The Correct Size Ceymar Spinning Reel For Your Fishing


Choosing The Correct Size Ceymar Spinning Reel For Your Fish The smallest Ceymar in the family, the C-10 is perfect for 2- to 6-pound test fishing line. A great choice for fishing trout, crappie, bluegill, sunfish and small perch where larger gear can easily over power fish. Pair it with an ultra-light fishing rod for a great combination. The C-10 is also a great choice for small ice fishing outfits.	C-30, C-40: Versatile Freshwater Performers These intermediate sizes suite the vast majority of anglers that fish for bass, walleye, steelhead, carp, catfish and more. The 30 size is more for finesse applications like drop-shotting bass or jigging walleye with 6- to 8-pound line. The 40 size has larger capacity, for bigger lures and fish like steelhead and catfish with 10- to 12-pound line.	C-55: Great For Inshore Saltwater Fishing The 55-size spinning reel offers a lot of versatility in inshore saltwater environments. Striped bass, snook, redfish, shallow water bottom fish are all in the wheelhouse of this highly capable reel. It will hold roughly 240-yards of 15-pound monofilament line. Many will fish this reel with 20- to 30-pound braided lines.	C-65: Pier, Jetty & Big Water Fishing At the 65-size, Ceymar reels come equipped with oversized Ergo Grip for exceptional cranking power. It's the reel of choice for bigger water applications where a lot of line capacity is necessary. In saltwater, the C-65 will be great for fishing over reefs or casting long distances from piers and jetties. In freshwater, this reel will often be fished for catfish in big rivers and lakes.

Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reels

Ceymar Spinning Reels Performance Features

Powerful, multi-disc drag system
7BB + 1RB for ultimate smoothness
Quick-Set anti-reverse roller bearing
Precision, machine cut brass pinion gear
Corrosion-resistant Blade Body Design
Machined aluminum spool, 2-tone
C-65 size includes Ergo Grip handle

Easy To Own, Wonderful To Fish

The sleek design and smooth performance of Ceymar spinning reels create a fantastic fishing experience for all anglers. Constructed on a fluid 8-bearing drive system and featuring Okuma precision elliptical gearing, Ceymar delivers a full line-up of advanced performance features. A rigid, machined aluminum spool creates a foundation of strength for monofilament and braided fishing lines.

Okuma Fishing Tackle, Inspired Fishing

The heavy-duty solid aluminum bail wire and oversized line roller delivers confident performance over the long term. The rotor system features Okuma RESII computer balancing, so Ceymar spins even at high speed without developing annoying wobble. A forged aluminum handle arm offers complete control over the reel while custom EVA handle knobs are supremely comfortable. Anglers will notice the Blade Body Design. Refined and compact, the Blade Body Design reduces bulk and minimizes overall size of the Ceymar spinning reel, so anglers can focus on the the fish they're catching.

At Okuma Fishing Tackle we deliver more than just fishing gear. We deliver the motivation to hit the water, the energy to maintain focus and the excitement that injects every cast with high expectations. The advanced materials, dynamic design and commitment to longevity contained in each of our fishing reels, fishing rods and rod and reel combos are not simply a means to an end. They're the foundation of better and more complete fishing experience. Okuma Fishing Tackle is developed to inspire your passion for fishing, both on and off the water. Whether you fish for bass, trout, catfish, salmon/steelhead, stripers, tuna or marlin, when the sun rises tomorrow, a new opportunity will be born. Let's make the most of it together.

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Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 25, 2019
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07R9GXX8Y

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Questions about Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel

How much 12lb mono can it hold

Answer: The C-30 will only hold about 80yds of 12lb mono. I would suggest a bigger size reel if you are going to use such thick diameter line.

Answer: C-30 can hold 145 yd of 8 lb mono. If you want a to use 12 lb. you can get the C-40. I am using a 40 sized reel and it holds about 160 yd of 12 lb mono.

Answer: Not sure I only use braid and was able to spool 150yds of 10lb test.

I have a 9 ft ugly stik rod and i plan on doing catfishing plus saltwater, would the c-55 be good?

Answer: The C-55 is a good size. If you are using straight mono, i would suggest going to a 65 or possibly an 80 for more line capacity.

Is all models both left and right hand retrieve?

Answer: Yes

How do you tighten the collapsible handle?

Answer: I believe you just tighten up the knob on the other side of that reel

Answer: Tighten by spinning the reel like your reeling in and hold the other side of the mechanism.

Answer: I just tightened up the nut on the right side.

Can you use spectra or braided fishing line with this Okuma Ceymar C-65 reel ?

Answer: Just put some electrical tape on base of spool to help the braided love need grip it. That will allow you to use braid with any reel out there.

Answer: I don't see why not. I use braided on my c-55.

Is this reel like a perfect middle for a rod. I do large mouth bass freshwater fishing and j dint want to buy a oversized reel. Is the c30 good

Answer: The C30 is sized more along the lines of a normal size 2 reel. The line capacity might be a little higher than some size 2 reels but the actual size is similar. I wanted a larger reel for walleye and bass and got the C30 thinking it was a larger size. This reel is so smooth and clean to use I was more than happy with it. I pulled it apart and greased/oiled it farther then factory lube and it blows me away with its smoothness and ease.

Answer: the okuma c30 is perfect.....my favorite of 5 reels i bought this past winter.....( 2 pflueger presidents, 1 shimano, 1 mitchell 300 and the okuma c30 )....my buddies love it too....just the the right size for my fenwick med. light rod .......and the reel runs very smooth

Answer: Yea. I got this and I do bass fishing. It's not my main go to anymore but I do love this reel. I've caught hundreds of fish on it up to 5lbs and just now am thinking of oiling it. Worth it.

Answer: Line capacity and drag are right on spot for bass fishing. I have spooled this reel with different lines and the sweet spot (for finesse) has been 6 lb Seaguar red fluoro. This reel matches very well with different rods too, from 5'6" light up to 7' medium. Great reel, best value in this size

Answer: Hi John, it's pretty small (smaller than I thought it would be) and most likely fine for fresh water bass fishing. Not big enough for stripers which I'm after. Ernie

Would the C-30 be too big for my 6' ultra light rod? I'm used to having those tiny crappie reels but am not sure if this reel would be too big?

Answer: The C-30 can be used with an ultra light rod. It will hold a large amount of 2 and 4 lb line. I would fill half of the spool with backing to avoid wasting line.

Answer: In my opinion it would not be too big. I use this as an ice fishing reel, but I would also use on my ultra light for trout fishing.

Answer: When you put it on the rod it will look too big, but when you start using it you will find that it is really not too big.

Answer: No Just to put into a vision. I have it on a 4.6 ugly stik elite ultra light

Answer: i personally think a 30 would work great for what your doing.

can this be used left handed too?

Answer: Yes, right or left handed.

Answer: Yes right or left handed

Answer: Yea, both left or right!

Answer: Yes, just unscrew the handle and switch sides

Answer: Yes

Would the c-30 be good for smallmouth bass?

Answer: Yes completelly agreee. Is an awesome device very smooth light weight very good quality..

Answer: Has worked great. Used on last two trips. Very smooth reel. Highly recommend.

Answer: Probably too much reel

how many ounces does the c30 weigh?

Answer: Very light

Is the knob on the handle round or is it more oblong?

Answer: Hi there, the handle oblong, :)

Answer: The handle is round.

Answer: It's round.

what is the length of rod should I use with C-65？

Answer: Choose a rod that balances with the reel. Do this: take ur reel to the store & pick a rod u like & install the reel. Put ur index finger under the very front of the reel & hold it up. If it balances then that's the rod for that reel. If the store won't let u try, go somewhere else.

What is the weight of the reel itself?

Answer: Not sure the exact weight. Good and light though. If you need exact weights your not looking in the right area for a reel.

What is the line capacity of the 65?

Answer: If you go to this link and look under C-65 then under the column "Monofilament line capacity" or "Braided line rating" you will see the capacity of the spool e.g 260 yards of 20lb monofilament and so on. https://www.okumafishing.com/en/product/ceymar-spinning-reel.html

Answer: This is impossible to answer without knowing the diameter of line you want to use. Refer to manufacturers web site.

Answer: Lbs/yds 12/430 15/310 20/260.

What's the max amount of line the spool can take

Answer: It depends directly on the size/diameter on the line. Braided line will give maximum capacity.

Answer: It depends on the diameter of the line you put on it. Go to this link to see. http://www.okumafishing.com/product/view/reels/spinning-1/ceymar-spinning-reel

Answer: Depending on the size 10,20,30,40,50. the 30 holds 200" of .22, 160" of .25, and 110" of .30, and the 40 holds 270" of .25, 190" of .3 and 170" of .32. This should give you an idea. Thanks. Dave Long Beach Sporting Goods

Answer: I have a C-30. 300 yds 4#: 185 yds 6#; 145yds 8#. This is a really nice real for the money.

Answer: +- 100 yds of 10lb. Mono.

Line recovery per 360handle rotation?

Answer: The C-30 has a line retrieve of 26.6" per handle turn.

Does it come with an extra spool

Answer: No just one spool

Answer: Nope! I remember the days when most "decent" spinning reels would...

Answer: No. Just the one.

Answer: It does not.

Answer: no

Is the c40 rated for saltwater

Answer: The C-40 can be used for light inshore saltwater fishing. As with all reels, we recommend rinsing the reel off with fresh water after use in the saltwater to prevent salt build up and premature corrosion.

Answer: I think they are basically freshwater reels, they don't state on their website saltwater use and they don't indicate Corrosion Resistance bearings. However, I've used freshwater reels for inshore saltwater for years, cleaned with freshwater each time, and have no issues.

Could I use the C-30 with 30lb braid for inshore fishing? Would mainly be used for flounder, sheepshead and med sized redfish and stripers.

Answer: I would not use a C-30 with 30lb braid. You might me better off with a C-40 with 30lb braid.

Answer: My husband uses 20lb braided it for fresh water fish. But he doesn't see why you couldn't

Left or right handed ?

Answer: converts from right- to left-hand retrieve

Answer: Because of the bale, you can change it to be right or left handed as far as the one we have.

Answer: Handle can be switched right or left

Answer: Left

Answer: You can set it up either way

Me pueden mandar el front drag

Answer: i only sell reels, not parts

Will this reel be ok for fishing in salt water in Hawaii?

Answer: It really depends on the size of the fish you're expecting to use it for. I use my reel for light salt water striped bass fishing.

Answer: Yes I have fished in the gulf with mine 6 different trips so far and love it

Okumo avenger4000 spinning reel. How much

Answer: Terry, sorry, we do not have that reel in stock

Line capacity for the c-65?

Answer: If you go to the Okuma website it has the specs for all the reels

Answer: 20 lb mono max

Is this full metal?

Answer: The Ceymar reel features a graphite frame and rotor. The spool is machined aluminum. For a full metal reel you would want to check out the Azores or Makaira spinning reels which feature aluminum frame , rotor and sideplates.

Answer: No, like most reels at this price point, the frame is made of graphite per the manufacturers website.

Answer: No,it is cast and composite. Very strong and very light weight.

Does reel work with braided line - 6# / model c10

Answer: Yes, you can use braided line with the reel.

Answer: I have three of these with braided line. I like the Power Pro line especially,

Answer: Yes, but braid will not run as good on a spinning reel.

Answer: I am using 30lb braid and it works fine.

Answer: Yes

Hi guys, would you tell me what size is perfect for my rod: Lamiglas 10’6”, 6-12 lb, Stillhead float?

Answer: Don’t know series#, but get the size that bests covers your 6-12 lb test

Is the reel right/left hand compatible?

Answer: The handle can easily be put on either side to accomodate either righties or lefties.

Answer: You can switch it to either one.

Is the average weight for Ceymar series heavier than the Avenger series?

Answer: The Ceymar does wiegh a little more than the Avenger. The Ceymar also has a higher bearing count which will add weight.

Answer: I'm going to say it's lighter then the avenger series depending on what size reel you own and are looking to replace in this line up. I don't own an avenger so I can't tell you specifically to what degree how much lighter could be a an oz or a few grams. The ceymar in the 40 is so light for me compared to my other reels I honestly honestly forget that it's even there, mainly bc of the plastic body making it so light and brittle(not graphite like labeled on box from okuma).

Answer: I think it's a little lighter than the Avenger, not by much. This Ceymar is the lightest reel,

Can you spool braided line without a backing on the C65 style?

Answer: you will need backing to prevent line slipping if you are using braid. You can use a couple wraps of tape or a couple feet of mono as backing.

Answer: You always need backing unless your spool has holes in it because the braid will just slip at some point and you will not be able to reel

What size reel would be ideal for an Okuma Celeilo 6'6" ultralight trout rod that would also help me cast far?

Answer: Depends on what weight bait you are throwing. For Ultralight ( 1/64 oz - 1/16/oz jigs ) I use the C-10 with 4lb test on that same rod in creeks and streams an love it . I have a C-20 as well but the C-10 is a good balance for that rod. Super smooth and well made. A bargain for what you pay.

Answer: 2500 or 3000 is perfect

How much is the max drag on the c-55 model?

Answer: I am unable to answer that question. I did not purchase a C-55 Okuma, although I recently purchased a new Okuma C-40, but I have not been able to use it as of yet.

whats a good size for a 6'6" rod?

Answer: Either the c-30 or the c-40 will work just fine for that size rod. But take a look at the first guide after the reel and it it come off the rod higher than usual than go with the c-40 but if it is close to the rod like a lot of older rods then go with the c-30. Sizing it correctly will result in virtually no line slap as you cast.

Answer: I have the C-40 on one and it works very well.

Answer: Sorry. Don’t know.

Can i use 10 pound braided line with c-30?

Answer: Sure you can. I’d either back the spool with mono or wrap the spool with a piece of tape. You can google backing the the spool for braid and learn why you need to do it

Answer: You can use anything you like. Feel like a slight over kill though with a 30

Answer: Yes no problem...I’m using 30lb braided just use a little more weight...????

Answer: Absolutely yes you can

Does the bale center up on top if you back real? So you can pinch the line to cast?

Answer: No.

Does the C-30 come with 160 yd of 8# test line already on it?

Answer: Hello Ms. Jennifer. The Okuma C-30 which I recently purchased, did not arrive with any line. A side note, this past weekend, my son and I spent a father/son camping fishing trip at Harrison Bay St. Pk., Chattanooga, TN, Lake Chickamauga and aside from not catching any "trophy" sized bass, the C-30 was...flawless. I was very much pleased with its performance. I'd highly recommend it! Thanks for your inquiry. Tony G.

Answer: No. They do not come with line on them.

Answer: No it does not come with any line on it.

Answer: No it does not.

What rod is a good match for the c-65?

Answer: Heavy or medium heavy

What does the C10 reel weigh?

Answer: The C-10 reel weighs 6.0 oz.

Answer: Eight (8) oz.

Answer: 8 oz

Doing some surf fishing, medium light rod 9' which reel should i get..... casting using lures?

Answer: I would go with a 30 or 40 size reel depending on the size of line you are using. If you are using braid, you can always go to a lighter line to get more capacity. I use a 30 size spinning reel for surf perch, croaker , corbina , halibut etc.... with 15lb braid to 6 lb. fluorocarbon leader in Southern California.

Answer: C50 would hold more line but the c40 is a good combo for that rod

Answer: Get the C40 or the C55 they will hold more line

Answer: C-40

Is this Reel good for catfishing?

Answer: I think you may want to look at a heavier duty reel. Okuma has a bait feeder model that would be better suited for cats. A 3500 or 4500 would be great choice

Como encontrar la parte delantera del freno la tapa del carrete,

Answer: Se puede ordenar la parte llamando a Okuma directo.

Whih size reel for 7ft.med rod wih 10lb.braid ?

Answer: 30

what size rod and rod power works well with ceymar?

Answer: I'm going to use it with a Berkley 6'-6" IM6 Series, Medium Light, Graphite rod and either 10 or 15 lb. test line.

Answer: Well I wouldn't go over medium power if you intend on using the c-30model it really depends on what pound test line you intend on using and what size fish your targeting .

Answer: Depends on what size reel you get

What size reel would be best for a 30in ice pole?

Answer: I'd say the C-10 or C-30. I have the C-30 and it's a fantastic reel! If you're just doing pan fish, I'd go with the C-10. The C-30 might be the most bang for your buck.

Answer: Something small. No bigger than a Shimano 1000. Reels of the micro variety work well for pan fish such as crappie and perch. If you are going after larger game fish like pike and walleye, I'd probably stick to a 1000 series.

Answer: I would go to the next size up on the reel the reel is awesome good quality

Answer: The C-10 or C-30 would work. Depends on what lb test you use and what fish you are targeting. I use a C-10 on a 4 ft trout rod with 4lb test. Works good.

Is the reel switchable from left to right handed?

Answer: The C-30 reel is switchable from left to right hand. Just remove the handle screw cap and install the handle on the opposite side.

Answer: Yes it is switchable from right to left

Answer: Yes

Guys please, where would I get additional spool for C-20 model?

Answer: Try contacting Okuma through their website and ask about purchasing an additional spool.

Answer: I have no idea,if you find out please post it

Answer: nope

Would the C-30 be too big for my 6' ultra light rod? I'm used to having those tiny reels for Crappie, but am not sure if this reel would be too big?

Answer: Use the 10 size for light/ultra light. I have a 10 on 7 foot ul rod, 4 lb. test, works great. If I need to drop to 2 lb. Test, tie a 4 ft section of 2 lb. flouro, you re good to go.

Answer: The line rating for the real should help you out but I personally would use the next smaller size down

Does the handle fold?

Answer: No the handle doesn't fold.

Answer: Yes it folds by loosening the screw on the other side. You can also swap the handle to the other side.

Answer: Yes. Loosen the bolt on the opposite side and it will fold in.

Answer: Yes it does. You can also switch sides from left to right?

Answer: Yrs

Answer: Yes

What model would you recommend for catching pike, bass, walleye and potentially muskie

Answer: I would recommend a 40 or 50 size for Line capacity and drag power.hope this helps.

Answer: 30 or 40, the 40 if your using a heavy thick line like monofilament 12lb or greater

Answer: 30 or 40

Why is the C20 $52 and the 10, 30 and 40 only $43?

Product reviews of Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel

Ranagedsl : Great Reel at a Great Price

Ordered the smallest one for my ultralight setup. Really nice look and performance. Retrieval is smooth, but a little rougher when compared to a Pflaugher Presidential reel.

Matthew David Welch : Good value and good quality

I’ve been using the 2000 version paired with a light ugly stik for fishing my local river. Been catching a lot of perch, largemouth (2-3lbs), and even some stripers! Paired it with some 6lb braid. No issues yet. I’m impressed with the quality of this reel at the price point. I’m beating this thing up daily and it still works fine. I even caught a 10+ lb carp on this thing by accident, but had to baby it in.

I’d recommend this for sure, but can’t speak to long-term usage. It does seem a little flimsy sometimes.

Tumbleweeds : Bang for buck right here

Awesome reel, best of the cheap. Many 3lb plus bass on 4lb test and this little beast. Fell off the float tube in water, took about 10 minutes to get it back, shook it out and NO ISSUES. Super impressed. Buy!!

August West : Defective Product: No Customer Service, Woudn't Buy Okuma Again

After being very happy with a C-30 for a year, I ordered a C-40. Gave it to my son for his birthday but he didn't need it. Finally got around to winding line a few weeks later and it turns out to be defective (see photo). Minus one star for that, but I know they can make a good spinning reel most of the time, and nobody's perfect. My fault for not testing it within Amazon return time frame.

So I called Okuma Customer Service to see about replacing C-40 that was defective out of the box. Held for 32 minutes at 11am and no one picked up. That's minus two or three stars for total apathy and rudeness toward the customer. I won't buy anything from Okuma ever again.

ethanduds : Decent Reel

Decent reel however once we put line on it kept trying to unwind. My son replaced with another reel weeks later.

Ben Hornung : Third one!

This is my third ceymar. Amazing value. I light line and the only negative is low drag resistance which doesn’t bother me. I don’t horse fish in, so is ideal for me. Can’t say enough good things about them!

CJ M. : So far so good

I've been using two of these for a few months now for anything from panfish to walleye to bass to pike, they perform well and I haven't had any issues.

Michael : Try Okuma

Loaded with Seaguar fluro and took it out for trout. Light weight, casts well, fast and smooth retrieve, and although none were large, it handled several fish very well. Good value, as all Okuma I have had. Cannot give 5 stars without knowing durability, but other Okuma reels I have had never quit on me.

Michael : Try Okuma

Nate : Great reel!

This is an incredible reel.I've had zero issues with it since buying, and I have used it a lot.I mostly wade fish in creeks while using this,so it has been accidentally dunked under water many times with no problems. The drag is super smooth and I never worry about line tangling up.I use 4 to 6 pound line for Smallmouth bass,and regularly catch big Drum (attached photo) on it.The drag has never caused a line break,even when these big fish make fast runs.Highley recommend.

Travers : Great reel, but not a Penn Fierce 2 killer

Just spent the past 2 weeks fishing in Nags Head, NC and the Chesapeake Bay in MD and this reel did a very good job. Out of the box, the reel was light, much smoother than my Penn Fierce 2 and Penn Battle 2, looked great, and overall just as impressive as advertised . This was mostly paired with a Fiblink 2 piece 10 foot surf rod (Available on Amazon, great rod for the money) and spooled with 25 lb Kast King braid. Even though this was a "surf setup," I mostly ended up pier fishing, and because both the rod and reel were so light, it was very comfortable to fish with. I caught over 50 pan sized spot, croaker, white perch, striper, and shad and overall the reel performed admirably.

Now for the flaws-
The 5.0 to 1 gear ratio is slower than comparable reels of this size- with the Penn Fierce 2 being a 5.6:1 and Kast King Sharky 2 being at 5.2:1 for their 5000 size models. It was definitely noticeable when retrieving 50-75 yards of line as it did become tiring pulling in all those fish when the bite got hot.
If it were just this, I would have given a 5 star review considering the price, however the main thing I didn't like was the reel foot. I noticed considerable flexing when paired to several different rods. It wasn't noticeable when reeling in the smaller fish, but I hooked into a skate and when fighting it the flex was very evident. The drag performed great, and the reel had enough power to muscle the skate in close enough to the pier to cut my line, but all of the flexing was a turnoff. I have hooked into skates many times before with reels of lesser quality and I don't remember the flex being so noticeable.

Overall, I do enjoy using this reel and would give it 5 stars for catching any medium to smaller species of fish. An all aluminum body ( or at least a more solid reel foot) and faster gear ratio would make this an absolute stud that would rival the likes of the Penn Fierce 2 (which IMO, is currently a better purchase for the extra $15- $20). It's probably a tie when compared to the Kast King Sharky 2 as far as smoothness, construction, and price.

KuJo : I'd keep looking

Overall: not impressed with this reel. It's handle isn't the best thing to try and grab in a fast response situation (I've missed it multiple times when trying to reach for it quickly), the retrieval rate is sluggish, sometimes the bail won't stay open, and it lacks the sensativity my Penn has I can get a feel for how much lure is moving through the water by the feel of reeling in. It's not bad, but I'd definitely say there's better reels out there for the money.

Kindle Customer : Very Smooth

Quick retrieval of the lures. Quite operating. And so far holding up against some large Florida bass.

Morning Glory Girl : well worth the money

read several reviews that rated this reel as a great value. They were right. The first time out I tangled with a very large rainbow trout. Reel performed flawlessly with 4 lb test mono. Now I have a new personal best for trout. Never used an Okuma reel before but will try more of them.

Cody W Colvin : Awesome little reel

Great reel for ice fishing, and one of the lighter options available in this size. I use pflueger, 13 Fishing, and several cheaper brands of reels on my ice rods and this is my favorite reel.

M : Great Reel

Super smooth reel with great build quality for the price. Drag seems smooth as well. Paired it with a Daiwa ultralight travel rod and love the combo.

Jeffrey Johnson : Good purchase

I got this on black Friday and I enjoy it for the price I got it for. The drag is very responsive and honestly impressive. It's current price is a bit much for not having a collapsible handle but those are my only gripes. It makes a perfect crappie/walleye reel. Currently, I have it on my deadstick but I could use it on anyone of my numerous poles and not be disappointed.

Cody W Colvin : Awesome little reel

Great reel for ice fishing, and one of the lighter options available in this size. I use pflueger, 13 Fishing, and several cheaper brands of reels on my ice rods and this is my favorite reel.

Justaguy : Nice for the Money

I got the size C10 for ice fishing....I have many reals for this purpose from inexpensive to premium. For the most part a premium reel is not worth the cost for crappie, perch, trout, and the occasional walleye. I recently landed a 6 lb 2 oz lake trout on 4 lb test with this reel and a Clam ML rod.....he went to the bottom (about 35 feet) four times, but the drag was smooth and controllable and he ended up on the ice. If I were going to fish regularly for lakers or pike I'd be inclined to step up to the C30. All-in-all, this is a great reel for the money and well worth $40......it compares favorable to my Shimanos costing twice as much. I was skeptical, but with the Pfluger President going from $30 last year to $55 this year I thought I'd take a chance on Okuma.....I'm glad I did.

Morning Glory Girl : well worth the money

Patrick Bajier : Decent, but not very smooth

This reel is okay, and it does the job, but for a reel that is generally around $50 it does not reel as smoothly as you should expect. I have lower-cost reels that are significantly smoother.
That said, I have not encountered any significant issues with it. 3 stars for an okay mid-level spinning reel.

Libby Libretti : Awesome reel!

Smooth reel with comfortable padded handle. Quality feel and awesome look. I bought C10 size. It is noticable smaller than Shimano 1000 size reel. Ceymar C10 is perfect match to Okuma guide select pro rod 7'6" ultra light

Totally ImAussieBull : Great little reel!

This is a surprisingly well designed/built spinning reel, for the price. I purchased the smallest version available for ultra light fishing. It's the C-10, size 1000 in case you were wondering, and it's a blast. It has a smooth action, ambidextrous handle choice, competent drag, and a back reel (free spooling) switch. I coupled this reel with a short, ultra light action, Ugly Stik E lite rod, and it seems to be a good match. I've landed several one pound+ fish with this set up no problem. I did have to play the larger fish I've caught a little more than I might have with a larger set up, but that's the whole point and fun of ultra light fishing. Be very aware of the line capacities prior to buying any reel, the reel I bought does not hold a lot of line, due to it's small size. I tried this reel because my trolling reels are all Okuma, and I've been VERY happy with them for years now. Okuma is steadily making a name for itself in my world, and I have yet to have one of their products fail. I would recommend these spinning reels to anyone.

Ben Hornung : Third one!

Webbslinger : Okuma C-30

Received item as described and very pleased with the product! Very smooth casting and the drag is really good on bigger fish. Highly recommend this reel at this price point for ultralight fishing.

Cody W Colvin : Awesome little reel

Great reel for ice fishing, and one of the lighter options available in this size. I use pflueger, 13 Fishing, and several cheaper brands of reels on my ice rods and this is my favorite reel.

Star Fox : Out of box impressions not bad

Purchased the c40 to pair with an old 80s silstar rod with the intentions on targeting multiple freshwater species. Was skeptical with the construction at the price point of under 50$. 90% of the reel itself is some type of plastic, doesn't appear to be graphite. The only metal you'll find is the spool itself main shaft roller bearing and gears . The handle is held in place with threads on the handle cap. Although the construction is overall plastic it has a solid feel and seat on the rod. For a cheap budget reel its pretty well constructed for plastic. The drag out of the box is deff there and it pretty up to par with that of higher end reels. I own alot of higher end reels like Penn Abu and Daiwa and have had great success with all of them my entire life. I'm mainly a saltwater angler but do target fresh in the summer months. If youre looking to purchase this reel just keep in mind this reel was intended for freshwater use of small to mid game. You shouldn't be expecting to land any jacks or blues on this guy. For fresh though it's deff a stable platform and should have fun in the later year will leave an update after a few months of field testing.

GeekFrog : Great Reel for Under $40

It's a good reel for the dollar. I paid $33 and would recommend it at that price over just about anything else, but the normal price appears to be $49 which I feel is too high. I own a Pfleuger President in the size 20 model and it is smaller, lighter, and smoother. If it's under $40 then it's worth otherwise I'd rather get the Pfleuger.

Shawn : Awesome Okuma Reel C40 and C30

Best inexpensive reel I have purchased yet. I just returned from a week long fishing trip in Ontario. I purchased two C40s and a C30 to pair up with two Fenwick HMGs and a St Croix Premier. The reels work flawlessly and I even had control woth a 42" northern with only 6 pound test as I was fishing for large brook trout. the drag worked aweseome. I will order two more c40s.

DV8 : Fantastic, smooth action reel at the best price.

I am not a pro and don't spend $$ on fancy fishing gear. This reel makes me feel like I do. Smooth and super consistent. Quality feel, light but tight.

MrBill92124 : Nice, smooth and economical!

For the price I've found this to be a great little reel... can't speak to its durability yet but it casts well, the drag is nice and smooth and everything feels pretty solid. I recently returned a reel I paid twice as much for that wasn't as good as this one.

Dex B : Great reel

I initially purchased this reel in size C-10 for my son for trout/panfish. I got to use it a few times and liked it better than my Pflueger president reel I got for myself. Christmas came and I got my nieces and nephew the same C-10 reel for them. The reel is smooth and light weight. I didn’t have any issues with wind knots when casting.
I then bought myself a new St Croix trout rod and got the same reel in the C-20 size because I liked it that much.

Amazon Customer : Great small reel

C-10 Exactly what expected, matched with 4lbs and ultralight fenwick HMG makes great combo. Read some people were shocked/put off by small size - this is a small reel so be aware of that before you buy it. Yes, Would recommend

Ranagedsl : Great Reel at a Great Price

Ordered the smallest one for my ultralight setup. Really nice look and performance. Retrieval is smooth, but a little rougher when compared to a Pflaugher Presidential reel.

Matthew David Welch : Good value and good quality

GeekFrog : Great Reel for Under $40

Gregory Eagle : "best buy" in okuma reels

I think this reel represents the absolute best value for the money in Okuma spinning reels. I have an Epixor that does not outperform this reel.

A. Bay : Faulty out of the box!

The reel I received was faulty. Super disappointed as I didn’t get to use it yet and it’s past its return date. As seen in the video, the reel at times (must be at a particular spot) can and will reel backwards. The spool does not always lock. This will be very problematic when setting the hook. I have not been able to reach customer service at this point. Needless to say I’m frustrated as I have a reel that I don’t trust at quite a substantial price point. I hope this helps, as there is a chance you may get a lemon. Any customer service help would be greatly appreciated.

Star Fox : Out of box impressions not bad

Steven : Great little UL option

This has to be my favorite reel. An absolute joy to cast and pretty affordable. I'm sure some of the more expensive options are better but I think it would be hard to beat this for the money. The finish is surprisingly durable as well, survived quote a few drops with no scuffs to show for it.

Andrew : Extremely pleased

I pair this pretty reel is with a Shakespeare ugly stik GX2 medium power rod. Couldn't be any more pleased with its appearance and performance With a price tag of ~$40 dollar you won't find a better reel elsewhere. Promise.

MrJ : A step up from button rung reels. (C-10)

I have a Lelands ultra light combo (the super cheap green one), but the reel it came with was stiff and not great. I bought this as a replacement and it’s a lot better. It’s smoother and casts much further. I had a little doubt when I opened the box and felt it, but on the rod it does it’s job.

Eric Shiflett : Hard to beat the price, but does break down over time...

This reel (C-10) has really surprised me. Incredibly smooth. Lightweight without feeling cheaply made. Compact. Smaller than many other reels labeled “UL”.

After 2 years of use, the bail/closure system is beginning to fail. The bail does not fully close (unless manually pressed down) allowing the line to slip over the spool during the retrieve. It is less of a problem when using nylon or fluorocarbon lines, but a huge headache with braid. I've unfortunately missed a few nice fish because of this. That said, it's hard to beat what you get for the price paid. Other Okuma reels in my arsenal have help up great with lots of abuse, so have no problem trusting the brand.

Ben Hornung : Third one!

Robin C. : Good reel for the price

Good reel for the price. Bail is a little harder to spring than I'd like but it's some may like it. Smooth and no problems yet.

Josh Gilliam : Great budget reel

This reel performs like many high end reels I've had. It's very compact in the smallest size. It goes along perfectly with an ultralight rod.

Q. T. Vo : Works ok, but be careful

I just got this reel a few weeks ago and went fishing 3 times with it. The reel bybitself works fine and casts and retrieves a 4lb monibline fine. My problem is the screw that holds the handle tends to unscrew itself very often. Within a 3-4 hour fishing session, I have to screw it back 5-6 times whenever I feel like my handle starts to wobble. It's the first time a reel does that for me. I'm not sure if I got a defective unit or not, but this could get problematic in the long run.

Amazon Customer : Great for pond or lake fishing!

Great little reel for freshwater fishing. I tried it out in the gulf and it barley reeled in a 18” red. The handle feels a bit flimsy. It’s a good reel for the money for pond or lake fishing though. I wound up buying the okuma CJ-40s and reeled in two 25 pound barracuda with no problems.

DaveB : Easily handles my 27" redfish and 23" spotted sea trout

Surprisingly smooth. Easily handles my 27" redfish and 23" spotted sea trout. A very cost effective reel that works best on a 7' light action, or at most, a medium action rod if you want to have a lot of fun.

Matthew David Welch : Good value and good quality

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Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel review and price compare 2025

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Choosing The Correct Size Ceymar Spinning Reel For Your Fishing

Choosing The Correct Size Ceymar Spinning Reel For Your Fish

C-30, C-40: Versatile Freshwater Performers

C-55: Great For Inshore Saltwater Fishing

C-65: Pier, Jetty & Big Water Fishing

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Questions about Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel

How much 12lb mono can it hold

I have a 9 ft ugly stik rod and i plan on doing catfishing plus saltwater, would the c-55 be good?

Is all models both left and right hand retrieve?

How do you tighten the collapsible handle?

Can you use spectra or braided fishing line with this Okuma Ceymar C-65 reel ?

Is this reel like a perfect middle for a rod. I do large mouth bass freshwater fishing and j dint want to buy a oversized reel. Is the c30 good

Would the C-30 be too big for my 6' ultra light rod? I'm used to having those tiny crappie reels but am not sure if this reel would be too big?

can this be used left handed too?

Would the c-30 be good for smallmouth bass?

how many ounces does the c30 weigh?

Is the knob on the handle round or is it more oblong?

what is the length of rod should I use with C-65？

What is the weight of the reel itself?

What is the line capacity of the 65?

What's the max amount of line the spool can take

Line recovery per 360handle rotation?

Does it come with an extra spool

Is the c40 rated for saltwater

Could I use the C-30 with 30lb braid for inshore fishing? Would mainly be used for flounder, sheepshead and med sized redfish and stripers.

Left or right handed ?

Me pueden mandar el front drag

Will this reel be ok for fishing in salt water in Hawaii?

Okumo avenger4000 spinning reel. How much

Line capacity for the c-65?

Is this full metal?

Does reel work with braided line - 6# / model c10

Hi guys, would you tell me what size is perfect for my rod: Lamiglas 10’6”, 6-12 lb, Stillhead float?

Is the reel right/left hand compatible?

Is the average weight for Ceymar series heavier than the Avenger series?

Can you spool braided line without a backing on the C65 style?

What size reel would be ideal for an Okuma Celeilo 6'6" ultralight trout rod that would also help me cast far?

How much is the max drag on the c-55 model?

whats a good size for a 6'6" rod?

Can i use 10 pound braided line with c-30?

Does the bale center up on top if you back real? So you can pinch the line to cast?

Does the C-30 come with 160 yd of 8# test line already on it?

What rod is a good match for the c-65?

What does the C10 reel weigh?

Doing some surf fishing, medium light rod 9' which reel should i get..... casting using lures?

Is this Reel good for catfishing?

Como encontrar la parte delantera del freno la tapa del carrete,

Whih size reel for 7ft.med rod wih 10lb.braid ?

what size rod and rod power works well with ceymar?

What size reel would be best for a 30in ice pole?

Is the reel switchable from left to right handed?

Guys please, where would I get additional spool for C-20 model?

Would the C-30 be too big for my 6' ultra light rod? I'm used to having those tiny reels for Crappie, but am not sure if this reel would be too big?

Does the handle fold?

What model would you recommend for catching pike, bass, walleye and potentially muskie

Why is the C20 $52 and the 10, 30 and 40 only $43?

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