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Ryobi Excia 1000 Spinning Reel 4.9:1 8+1BB

If you want a light spinning reel that delivers smooth performance and holds up in salt without breaking the bank, the Ryobi Excia 1000 is a proven option backed by decades of fishing tackle engineering.

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The Ryobi Excia 1000 sits at the compact end of the Excia range, making it well-suited to ultralight and finesse fishing where a smaller, lighter reel lets you feel every movement through the rod. Whether you're working soft plastics for bream or casting lures in estuaries, the 4.9:1 gear ratio gives you a balanced retrieve speed for a wide range of techniques.

With 8+1 ball bearings, the Excia 1000 delivers a noticeably smooth retrieve from the first cast. A higher bearing count at this price range means less mechanical noise and a more refined feel — something that matters when you're running slow retrieves and relying on sensitivity to detect subtle takes.

Ryobi reels are well regarded for their resistance to saltwater corrosion, a critical factor for anglers fishing estuaries, beaches or boat fishing in tidal zones. The Excia's internals are designed to handle regular saltwater exposure with standard rinsing maintenance, giving the reel a long service life.

The drag system on the Excia series is smooth and consistent under load — important when light lines and small hooks are involved. A drag that releases evenly prevents bust-offs on strong runs, giving you confidence to apply pressure at the right time.

Specifications

Model: Excia 1000
Gear Ratio: 4.9:1
Ball Bearings: 8+1
Style: Spinning Reel
Series: Excia
Suitable for: Light freshwater and saltwater applications

What’s Included

1 x Ryobi Excia 1000 Spinning Reel
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