Gear Reviews

The Cavalla Reel by Okuma
The Okuma brand is now known for very high quality and innovative designs, due to a merger with Tiburon. The new top of the line Cavalla reels are the evidence of this collaboration and the fishermen are raving about its performance. Some of the features include a lever drag, two speeds, one piece forged aluminum sideplates specifically designed for the high torque that Spectra lines put on reels, and due to the unique and innovative heat treated stainless steel helical-cut gears, the Okuma has some of the smoothest feeling gears you’ll find on a 2 speed reel. The superior drag system is due to USA made carbon fiber washers and a collaborative effort with Cal Sheets. His legendary 2-speed grease is an important component that makes the drags tough and reliably consistent. The Cavalla line also sports an ergonomic T-Bar handle to make it easier to reel in the big one. The 303 stainless steel drag cam, double thick anodization on all external parts, and forged aluminum reel foot and clamp contribute to this reels toughness and sustainability. The Cavalla comes in 4 sizes--15II -holding 310 yds. of 30#, 20II -holding 400 yds. of 40#, 30II- holding 400 yds. of 50#, and 50II -holding 420 yds, 0f 60# test. The merger with Tiburon and input from Cal Sheets has combined to make Okuma reels a strong competitor in the fishing world.

Line Pusher
How many times have you been bringing in a fish and it runs toward your props or under your boat and cuts the line? I personally have experienced it more than once and wished there was a way to push the line away. Enter the Line Pusher. This unique tool is such a simple solution and yet I have yet to see one in Hawaii. This tool is also designed to reach out and pull in lines, ingenious.

Lucky Craft Live Pointer 95MR
Totally redesigned and improved from the first generation Live Pointers, these extremely life-like baits are the next generation of Live Pointer technology. The jointing in the body of the bait has been changed to allow an air pocket in the tail section. This new feature allows the bait to suspend in a perfectly horizontal position. The action of the new Live Pointers has also been modified. It now has a tighter side-to-side action, which accentuates the swimming motion for a more life-like appearance. This is just another example of Lucky Craft’s continuing mission to produce the most technologically advanced lures on the market. Various styles, sizes, and colors available. Available at POP Fishing & Marine 1133 N. Nimitz Hwy (808) 537 2905.$15.95 – $25.95.

E-Zorb
Ethanol!! Just the mention of the word makes many of us boaters cringe. Ethanol’s water attraction properties has the potential to damage engines and fuel tanks. Marine Development and Research Corp. has developed a product to help combat this potential problem. Their product called E-Zorb disperses and emulsifies water and ethanol back into the fuel allowing both to burn safely. One ounce E-Zorb treats 20 gallons and effectively prevents condensation buildup. the price for a 16oz. bottle is $17.99. Call 516-546-1162 or visit www.mdramazon.com