Ryobi Safari Reel 6500 12kg 595g 5.0:1 Spinning

RYOBI Safari 6500 – Salt and Freshwater Spinning Reel Built to Last

The RYOBI Safari 6500 is a tough, fully sealed spinning reel designed for demanding saltwater sessions and hard-fighting freshwater species like wels catfish.

Sealed for Saltwater Confidence

The Safari 6500 features a fully circumferential body seal that makes it waterproof to 1 metre for up to one hour — keeping salt, grit and moisture away from the internal gearing. Paired with a bronze-reinforced stainless steel main shaft, the reel stands up to corrosion and sustained pressure without compromise.

Power and Feel Where It Counts

A 12 kg drag system delivers the stopping power needed for large sea species and powerful catfish runs. The gear ratio of 5.0:1 retrieves 90 cm of line per turn, keeping up with fast presentations or long-distance retrieves. Six ball bearings plus one roller bearing ensure smooth, consistent operation under load, while the oversized handle knob gives confident grip and precise feel at all times.

Choose the Right Variant

The RYOBI Safari is available in a single variant. The specifications below refer to the current model.

• RYOBI Safari 6500 — saltwater fishing (surf, pier, boat), wels catfish; line capacity 0.35 mm / 250 m; weight 595 g; 12 kg drag

Facts

• Weight: 595 g

• Drag power: 12 kg

• Gear ratio: 5.0:1

• Ball bearings: 6+1

• Line capacity: 0.35 mm / 250 m

• Line retrieve per crank: 90 cm

• Bronze-reinforced stainless steel main shaft

• Fully circumferential body seal

• Waterproof: 1 m depth for up to 1 hour

• Large ergonomic handle knob

• Suitable for salt and freshwater use