Proven. Reliable. Built to fish.
The Shimano Baitrunner 8000OC is a true all-round workhorse, perfect for anglers chasing snapper, kingfish, and more using strayline or live bait techniques. Sitting right in the middle of the Baitrunner lineup, it offers the ideal balance of power, capacity, and usability.
Upgraded from the legendary B series, it features Propulsion Line Management for longer casts, Varispeed Oscillation for perfect line lay, and a Cold Forged Aluminium Spool for strength and durability.
With Shimano’s trusted Baitrunner system, fish can run freely with your bait before you engage the main drag — giving you better hook-up rates and more control.
Set the bait. Let it run. Then load up.
🔹 Key Features
- Baitrunner System – ideal for straylining and live baiting
- Propulsion Line Management – longer casts, fewer tangles
- Varispeed Oscillation – smooth, even line lay
- Cold Forged Aluminium Spool – strong and durable
- Fluidrive II Gearing – more power with less effort
- Super Stopper II – instant anti-reverse hook sets
- Power Roller – reduces line twist
- Dyna-Balance – smooth, wobble-free retrieve
- Replaceable spool clicker
🔹 Why This Reel
- Proven baitrunner performance
- Great balance of size and strength
- Reliable in NZ saltwater conditions
- Excellent value for money
📏 Specifications
- Gear Ratio: 4.8:1
- Weight: 590g
- Retrieve: 91cm per crank
- Max Drag: 9kg
- Bearings: Stainless steel + 1 roller
🎣 Line Capacity
- Mono: 9kg / 178m
- PowerPro: 40lb / 245yd
🔹 Ideal For
- Snapper (straylining)
- Kingfish (live baiting)
- Rock fishing
- Boat fishing
- General bait fishing
🔹 Where It Fits
- 4000 → light
- 6000 → all-round
- 8000 → workhorse / more power
- 12000 → big fish
👉 This is the safe, reliable choice for most anglers
