"Cobra" fishing reel (reviews)

Widely known among domestic fishermen is the Chinese inertial reel for fishing "Cobra". On the demand for this gear, she has no equal. The popularity of its low cost is explained. For a beginner fisherman, and also for infrequent use, the coil "Cobra" can last for a long time.

Professionals and fishermen with more experience choose more expensive, branded products. They are able to provide maximum comfort and reliability during the mining process. However, in sparing conditions catching the bottom tackle "Cobra" will be able to show a good result. Wear of its components will be minimal. How to choose the right model, and also to operate tackle, will help to understand the advice of experts and ordinary fishermen.

general characteristics

The fishing reel "Cobra" has a number of advantages and disadvantages. Its main feature is an attractive price. In this case, the tackle can be used for quite a long time, if the fisherman does not expose it to large and too frequent loads.

The body and all components of the coil are made of the cheapest materials. Mostly it is plastic. Sometimes a spool can be made of aluminum. However, the metal is never treated with special solutions (in contrast to the products of more famous manufacturers). This explains the affordable price of the presented gear.

The "Cobra" coil, according to statistical data, is purchased three times more often than any other similar device. Although this tackle is not without flaws, its popularity has not declined for many years.

Scope of application

The inertia-free coil of Chinese production is primarily intended for bottom fishing. In this case, the load will not affect the plastic parts of the product in the same amount as when using spinning. However, this type of catch does not exclude the use of the presented gear.

The spinning reel "Cobra" can be used starting with ultralight. For trolling it is better to choose stronger products. A newcomer who decided to catch a carnivore on a small spinner, "Cobra" will be an excellent solution. The principle of its operation does not differ from other inertia-free coils. The bow is bent, and the line is pressed with a finger to the fishing rod. After casting, the thread is fixed again.

For Cobra you can not use a braid. It is intended solely for fishing line.

Smooth running

The spinning reel "Cobra" can not boast the same smoothness of travel as the more expensive branded tackle. This is due to the small number of bearings. The maximum coil of Chinese production includes four such elements of the mechanism.

The longevity and sensitivity of the rod, as well as the laying quality of the fishing line, depend on the number of bearings. This allows you to feel the wiring and behavior of the fish when fishing. The casting range also depends on this indicator.

The smoothness of the "Cobra" course is rather low. But for a beginner this will be quite enough. As the first spool for spinning, it is quite suitable. Over time, it will be possible to purchase a tackle with a high smooth running. Only the experienced fisherman will feel the difference. A beginner catcher of this distinction simply will not notice.

Specifications

Coil "Cobra" has a wide range of models. All the existing gear of this company have a certain set of technical characteristics. The coils have a rear clutch. The kit includes a spool with a size of 3000.

Also there is antireversion. The gear ratio is 5.1: 1. Features of the design allow you to install the product conveniently for both the left-hander and the right-hander.

The capacity of the bobbin can be 100 m of the line 0.4 mm or 150 m 0.3 mm. Also, under certain fishing conditions, a 0.25 mm thread can be used. It will fit on a spool of the order of 200 m.

The weight of the product can be just over 250 g. The cost of the coils of the Chinese manufacturer depends on the number of bearings. It can be in the range from 250 to 600 rubles.

Range

The range of presented gear is quite wide. It is labeled according to the number of bearings. The simplest coil is CB 140. It has one bearing. The most powerful product is the coil "Cobra SV 640".

According to the manufacturer, it has six bearings. However, experts argue that when dismantling the mechanism, a maximum of 4 such elements is determined.

Also, the lettering of the coils may contain the letter "A". It indicates that the product has an aluminum spool. The kit includes a similar removable plastic element. If there is no letter "A" in the marking, the spool is presented in one copy. It is made of plastic. The cost of such products is somewhat lower. But, with an additional spool included, you can secure yourself when fishing in a pond.

How to choose a coil?

To fish was successful and comfortable, it is necessary to choose the correct coil. Usually a spool with a size of 3000 (which the "Cobra" possesses) is designed for long, heavy rods. But the presented product of the Chinese brand is suitable for medium rods.

The most powerful in the model range is the coil "Cobra 640". It is suitable for long-distance casting. Its course is more smooth than in other species. Such tackle allows you to feel the movements of the fish in the process of its fishing.

For bottom fishing, coils with fewer bearings are more suitable. The lower this indicator, the worse long-distance casts are performed. Therefore, coil CB 140 is more intended for near-field fishing.

Reviews of fishermen

Coil "Cobra", reviews of which leave many fishermen, has both positive and negative characteristics. Many argue that this is the best product in the presented price category.

For a novice fisherman the best device is not found. Many people like coils with replaceable spools in the kit.

Negative reviews are associated with various breakdowns of the mechanism during the survival of fish from water. According to the experienced catchers, most often out of order is the handle. Therefore, before going to a pond, it is better to buy a spare part from metal. You can not wait for a breakdown, which sometimes occurs at the most inopportune moment. It is more expedient to make a replacement at home.

There are many reviews of fishermen, whose "Cobra" has served for many years. Others had a breakdown at the first operation.

Expert Reviews

Professionals who are well versed in the device of fishing tackles say that the materials and mechanisms of the coil are very simple. So the manufacturer reduces the cost of their products.

Coil "Cobra", reviewed by experts, has a primitive bearing arrangement. Plastic elements do not tolerate heavy loads when fishing medium and large fish.

If the bobbin is made of aluminum, the material is not covered with special protective spraying. This greatly reduces the life of the device.

At medium loads during fishing, the coil can be used for quite a long time. Experts argue that with a reasonable approach, this device can be considered the best for novice fishermen. Coil "Cobra" is durable for infrequent use and in the absence of extreme loads.