{"product_id":"akios-str-kuro-656-overhead-surf-reel","title":"Akios STR Kuro 656 Overhead Surf Reel – High Distance Casting Reel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast Further. Stay in Control. Fish Smarter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lureme.co.nz\/collections\/akios-fishing-tackle-nz\"\u003eAkios STR Kuro 656 Overhead Surf Reel\u003c\/a\u003e\nis built for surfcasters who want \u003cstrong\u003eserious casting distance without sacrificing control\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLightweight, powerful, and easy to tune — this reel gives you the confidence to push your casting further in real NZ conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n✔ Long-distance casting performance\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Lightweight aluminium construction\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Dual braking system (mag + centrifugal)\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Designed for NZ surfcasting\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🎯 Why This Reel Works in NZ Surf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSurfcasting in New Zealand demands distance, control, and reliability in changing conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe STR Kuro 656 is designed to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain smooth spool control in crosswinds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduce backlash with dual braking systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeliver consistent casting performance session after session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIts lightweight aluminium side plates reduce overall weight, allowing faster casting speeds and improved distance potential.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⚙️ Performance Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDual Braking System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnetic + centrifugal braking gives you full control across different casting styles and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFree-Floating Spool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximises casting distance with minimal resistance on the cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLightweight Aluminium Side Plates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduces fatigue and improves casting speed over long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStainless Steel Gearing (5.3:1)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong, reliable power under load with smooth retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Drag System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent drag pressure when fighting fish in surf conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📊 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGear Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.3:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2+1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Drag:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.5lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300yds \/ 15lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 330g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e💡 Best For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnglers moving into overhead surf reels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong-distance surfcasting setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFishing beaches, sandbars, and gutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControlled casting in windy or tough conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🔗 Explore More Surfcasting Gear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBrowse the full range here:\u003cbr\u003e\n👉 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lureme.co.nz\/collections\/surfcasting-reels\"\u003eSurfcasting Reels NZ Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🟢 Final Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you want a forgiving, high-performance overhead reel that helps you cast further and fish smarter, the Akios STR Kuro 656 is a proven upgrade for NZ surfcasting.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40640052822098,"sku":"100013","price":509.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/6806\/0981\/files\/AkiosShuttle666STRKuroReel_6971e4c1-f75e-47de-9ec2-f0197ac1758b.jpg?v=1702244495","url":"https:\/\/lureme.co.nz\/products\/akios-str-kuro-656-overhead-surf-reel","provider":"Lure Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}