Epixor: The Epixor has long been the workhorse spinning reel within the Okuma lineup and this year the company took the opportunity to implement a complete redesign from the ground up.

The new reel is much more angular, compact, and modern looking. Key features include the Torsion control armor which consists of a frame extending down to both sides from a single stem, which increases frame strength and rigidity.

Each reel comes loaded with 7BB+1RB stainless steel bearings, a precision machine cut brass pinion gear and a corrosion resistant graphite body and rotor. The most interesting thing about the reel is the slower oscillation for improved line lay, which translates into better casting. The Epixor XT 20 weighs in at 7.3oz. and there will be two larger sizes, a 30 and 40 made available as well. All three sizes will retail for only $69.99.

Coronado Baitfeeder: It seems like baitfeeders never get much of the spotlight. Finesse reels seem so much sexier and yet it is the often overlooked baitcaster that is so often bringing home the big fish. This year Okuma introduced a very attractive new baitfeeder, the Coronado CDX which features an ON/OFF auto trip bait feeding system. This system enables anglers to disengage their reels and allow thier baits to run freely. The Coronado incorporates a secondary micro-adjustable drag system at the rear of the reel that allows for precise adjustment of the spool for bait control. In order to disengage this system anglers need only turn the handle and the ON/OFF lever on the rear of the reel will automatically disengage the baitfeeding system so that you can fight your fish utilizing the main drag system.

To ensure that the Coronado can stand up to big fish Okuma built the reel with a corrosion resistant graphite body and rotor, carbonite drag washers on a Dual Force Drag, and a heavy duty spool shaft stabilizer. As usual with Okuma all of this is made available at a very aggressive price ranging from $99 dollars for the 55 size to $119 dollars for the 80 size.

Okuma wasn't the only reel manufacturer to crank out new spinning reels this year but when it comes to price for performance Okuma continues to offer anglers a lot for the money.