Ryobi Safari Sea Fishing Reel 8500 12kg 90cm 595g 5.0:1

RYOBI Safari 8500 — Robust Saltwater Spinning Reel for Big Predators

The RYOBI Safari 8500 is a heavy-duty spinning reel built for saltwater fishing and freshwater predator species alike, combining a fully sealed body with a powerful 12 kg drag system.

Fully Sealed for Saltwater Confidence

The Safari 8500 features a circumferentially sealed reel body that keeps the internals watertight for up to one hour at one metre of submersion. Whether you're fishing from a surf beach, a boat, or a harbour wall, salt, sand, and spray stay out of the gearbox — protecting your investment and keeping the reel running smoothly session after session.

Bronze-Reinforced Stainless Steel Shaft and Powerful Drag

A bronze-reinforced stainless steel main shaft provides excellent corrosion resistance and torsional rigidity under load. Combined with a 12 kg maximum drag force and a 6+1 ball bearing system, the Safari 8500 handles hard runs from large marine species and catfish with authority. The large, ergonomic handle knob gives a comfortable, tactile grip so you maintain feel and control throughout a prolonged fight.

Choose the Right Variant

No other variants are available for this model. The Safari 8500 is the single configuration offered in the RYOBI Safari range.

• Safari 8500 — ideal for saltwater sea fishing targeting large marine predators, and freshwater catfish (Wels); suits medium-heavy to heavy setups with 0.35 mm monofilament (250 m capacity) and 90 cm line retrieve per crank

Facts

• Weight: 595 g

• Max drag: 12 kg

• Gear ratio: 1:5.0

• Ball bearings: 6+1

• Line capacity: 0.35 mm / 250 m

• Line retrieve per crank: 90 cm

• Bronze-reinforced stainless steel main shaft

• Fully sealed body — submersible to 1 m for up to 1 hour

• Large ergonomic handle knob

• Suitable for both salt water and fresh water use