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Controlled line release for static bait fishing
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| Name | LONGBOW BAITFEEDER 690 |
| EAN | 4718947052162 |
| MPN | LB-690 |
| Brand | Okuma |
| Reel Type | Baitfeeder / Free-Spool Reel |
| Gear Ratio | 4.5:1 |
| Reel Weight | 850g |
| Max Drag | 15kg |
| Bearing Count | 5+1 |
| Line Capacity | 0.50 mm / 370 m |
| Body, sideplate and rotor material | Graphite |
| Spool construction | Machined aluminum anodized spool |
| Main drag system | Multi-disc, oiled felt drag system |
| Gearing | Precision Elliptical Gearing system, oversized gearing |
| Rotor balancing system | RESII: Computer balanced Rotor Equalizing System |
| Handle | One-Touch-Kurbel mit Holzgriffknauf |
| Anti-reverse system | Multi-stop anti-reverse system |
| Line clip | Metal |
| Line control spool | LCS |
| Compatible spool code | LB-690-SPOOL |
It suits static carp fishing with rods on rests and baits such as boilies or pellets. The separately adjustable bait feeding drag lets a fish take line before the main drag takes over. The 650, 660, 665 and 680 also have explicit static catfish use, while the 640 is described for feeder fishing, tench and bream.
Compare capacity at your intended line diameter and the weight your setup will carry. The 640, 650 and 660 weigh 450, 490 and 496 g with a 5.1:1 ratio. The 665, 680 and 690 weigh 750, 800 and 850 g with a 4.5:1 ratio. At the same 0.50 mm diameter, the 690 holds 370 m versus the 680's 270 m, trading 50 g of extra weight for more line reserve.
The patented lever clutch provides the changeover, and turning the handle automatically engages the main drag. The bait feeding resistance is micro-adjustable, so you can set controlled line release while the rod is on its rest without using the fighting drag for that job.
No. The 640 and 650 have a 5.1:1 ratio with 71 and 76 cm retrieved per turn, while the 665 and 680 have a 4.5:1 ratio with 86 and 97 cm. Compare the stated retrieve as well as the ratio when choosing how much line you want to recover per handle turn. Retrieve figures are not specified for the 660 and 690.
Check secure mounting and the function of the drag, handle, spool and line guide before use. Clean with a soft cloth, especially after saltwater exposure, and follow the manufacturer's oiling and maintenance instructions. Dry storage and avoiding use of damaged reels reduce the risk of malfunction.
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The Okuma Longbow Baitfeeder is a free-spool reel for bank fishing with stationary baits, particularly for carp. Its micro-adjustable bait feeding drag lets a fish take line against a separately set resistance. The patented lever clutch switches between bait feeding and the main drag, with automatic engagement when you turn the handle. This is useful when fishing with rods on rests, including night sessions.
The multi-disc main drag uses oiled felt discs to control line release during the fight. Five ball bearings and one one-way roller bearing support the drive, with a multi-stop anti-reverse system. Oversized gearing and the Precision Elliptical Gearing system provide the reel's transmission and line-lay mechanism. The computer-balanced RESII (Rotor Equalizing System) balances the rotor for smooth retrieval. A One-Touch handle with a wooden knob gives you a defined grip when winding in.
The body, sideplates and rotor are graphite, with a corrosion-resistant body. The machined, anodized aluminium spool carries the line, while the LCS line control spool design manages line release. A metal line clip provides a line-retention point.
All six models share the bait feeding system and 5+1 bearing arrangement. The smaller models weigh less, while the larger models carry more line at the stated diameters. Capacity figures are diameter in mm and length in m, not directly comparable lengths of the same line.
Model | Weight | Gear ratio | Line capacity | Maximum drag | Retrieve per turn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
640 | 450 g | 5.1:1 | 0.30 mm / 180 m | 9 kg | 71 cm |
650 | 490 g | 5.1:1 | 0.35 mm / 180 m | 11 kg | 76 cm |
660 | 496 g | 5.1:1 | 0.40 mm / 240 m | 11 kg | Not specified |
665 | 750 g | 4.5:1 | 0.45 mm / 190 m | 14 kg | 86 cm |
680 | 800 g | 4.5:1 | 0.50 mm / 270 m | 15 kg | 97 cm |
690 | 850 g | 4.5:1 | 0.50 mm / 370 m | 15 kg | Not specified |
The 640 is the lightest choice, with supplier-supported carp, tench and bream use, including feeder fishing. The 650 and 660 increase capacity at thicker line diameters with little extra weight. The 665 moves to a lower gear ratio and higher maximum drag, but weighs substantially more. The 680 is positioned for larger waters and distance fishing. The 690 holds 100 m more 0.50 mm line than the 680, at an extra 50 g, for carp fishing on lakes and rivers where more line reserve matters.
Boilies and pellets are stated carp baits. The 650, 660, 665 and 680 also have explicit static catfish use, with natural baits named for the 650, 665 and 680. Tench are mentioned for the 640, 660, 665 and 680, and bream for the 640, 665 and 680. Choose the rod, line and setup to suit the particular model and method rather than treating maximum drag as a fish-weight rating.
Secure the reel firmly to a compatible rod and check the drag, handle, spool and line guide before each session. Adjust bait feeding resistance for controlled line release, then use the main drag for playing the fish. Clean regularly with a soft cloth, especially after saltwater exposure, and use suitable reel oil according to the manufacturer's maintenance instructions. Store dry and do not use a damaged reel. Keep fingers, clothing and hair clear of moving parts, and supervise children when they use fishing reels.
