Okuma Inspira Blue Spinning Reel ISX-40B 40 5.0:1 6kg

Okuma Inspira Blue ISX-40B — Lightweight Carbon Performance

The Okuma Inspira Blue ISX-40B combines a featherlight C-40X carbon frame with precision engineering for anglers who demand smooth, reliable operation without extra weight.

Carbon Frame for All-Day Comfort

The C-40X carbon frame and sideplates drastically reduce weight compared to traditional materials, making this reel comfortable for extended casting sessions. The Cyclonic Flow Rotor (CFR) design optimizes weight distribution and reduces resistance during retrieve, while the machined aluminum two-tone anodized spool adds strength without bulk.

Precision Gearing and Silky-Smooth Drag

The Precision Elliptical Gearing system ensures seamless power transfer through a machine-cut brass pinion gear. Eight stainless steel ball bearings plus one Quick-Set anti-reverse roller bearing deliver fluid line lay and instant hook-setting response. The 6 kg maximum drag handles strong runs while maintaining consistent pressure.

Choose the Right Variant

The Inspira Blue series offers sizes tailored to different fishing styles:

• ISX-40B — medium freshwater spinning; pike, zander, bass; mono 0.25 mm/260 m or 0.30 mm/180 m; versatile all-rounder for lures 7–28 g

Facts

• Gear ratio: 5.0:1

• Retrieve per turn: 76.2 cm

• Bearings: 8 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing (stainless steel)

• Maximum drag: 6 kg

• Line capacity: 0.25 mm/260 m, 0.30 mm/180 m, 0.35 mm/130 m

• Spool: machined aluminum, two-tone anodized

• Frame & sideplates: C-40X carbon

• Rotor: graphite, CFR design

• Handle: rigid forged aluminum, anodized, with EVA knobs

• Bail wire: heavy-duty solid aluminum

• Anti-reverse: Quick-Set roller bearing