Balzer Opti Feeder Medium Spinning Reel 4550 410g 3+1 5.2:1

Balzer Opti Feeder Medium 4550 — Smooth Performance for Mid-Range Feeder Fishing

Designed specifically for medium feeder (swimfeeder) fishing, the Balzer Opti Feeder Medium 4550 pairs a refined, quiet retrieve with a deep aluminium spool that holds plenty of line — a dependable choice for anglers targeting bream, barbel, or carp at range.

Controlled, Cushioned Line Release

The reel ships with ten rubber-buffered release clips — five soft and five hard — protected by a registered design. This lets you dial in the right tension for different hook lengths and current conditions, reducing false releases without sacrificing bite detection.

Engineered for Smooth, Reliable Operation

The Quick-Stop System (Q.S.S.) halts the rotor instantly when you open the bail, preventing tangles on the cast. The Anti Swing System (A.S.S.) keeps the rotor running true and minimises oscillation, while Total Tolerance Control tightens internal clearances for a noticeably refined feel. A strong front drag (S.D.S.) with oversized drag washers gives you confident control over hard-running fish, and the anti-twist line roller helps keep your mono or feeder braid in good shape session after session.

Choose the Right Variant

The Balzer Opti Feeder Medium range currently comes in a single size. Check that it suits your target setup before purchasing:

• Balzer Opti Feeder Medium 4550 — 410 g, 5.2:1, 0.30 mm/300 m: A mid-heavy feeder reel built for rivers and stillwaters where casting distance and line capacity matter. Pairs well with medium feeder rods (including the Balzer Opti Feeder rod series) when fishing for bream, barbel, carp, or tench at 30–80 m.

Facts

• Reel type: Fixed-spool (spinning) reel

• Reel size: 4550

• Weight: 410 g

• Gear ratio: 5.2:1

• Line capacity: 0.30 mm / 300 m

• Bearings: 3 precision ball bearings + 1 roller bearing

• Spool material: Aluminium (deep spool)

• Release clips included: 5 soft + 5 hard, rubber-buffered, design-registered

• Systems: Q.S.S. (Quick-Stop), S.D.S. front drag with oversized washers, A.S.S. (Anti Swing), Total Tolerance Control

• Line roller: Anti-twist

• Body: Impact-resistant housing with two-component lacquer finish

• Matched to: Balzer Opti Feeder rod series