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Shimano® Stradic® CI4F Spinning Reels
Today’s angler wants reels that are lighter and stronger. That’s why Shimano's Stradic CI4F does away with the original XT-7 graphite components and replaces them with an advanced reinforced carbon fiber frame, sideplate, and rotor. This material is more than 50% stronger and 20% lighter, giving you a super-comfortable, super-durable reel you can count on. Beyond that, it has all the performance features you’d expect: lightweight aluminum spool; Paladin® Gear Durability Enhancement; Propulsion® Line Management System; Aero Wrap® II; SR®-Concept balancing; Fluidrive® II; Dyna-Balance
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- Reel Weight (oz.) - 6.2
Today’s angler wants reels that are lighter and stronger. That’s why Shimano's Stradic CI4F does away with the original XT-7 graphite components and replaces them with an advanced reinforced carbon fiber frame, sideplate, and rotor. This material is more than 50% stronger and 20% lighter, giving you a super-comfortable, super-durable reel you can count on. Beyond that, it has all the performance features you’d expect: lightweight aluminum spool; Paladin® Gear Durability Enhancement; Propulsion® Line Management System; Aero Wrap® II; SR®-Concept balancing; Fluidrive® II; Dyna-Balance®; Floating Shaft®; Super Stopper® II; waterproof drag; maintenance port.
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In ordering this reel how do I know which one (2500vs3000) to order out of description above?
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Is there a 2200 series?
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I know the new website doesn't show the reel size. So I guess you have to know the spool capacity of the 2500 and the 3000.
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The 3000 has a bigger handle on it and it has a bigger spool for more fishing line. No there is no 2200 series. 1000 Series 2500 series and then 3000 Series and 4000 Series being the biggest.Details:
Is this reel - Shimano Stradic CI4F - made in Japan or China? I have the same question about reel Shimano Stradic Fj.Answers
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I believe Shimano reels are made in Malaysia.A:
I have six Stradic Ci4s and they all say "MALAYSIA" on them. Not sure about the Stradic FJs.Details:
i am looking to get a 1000f or fml and wondering if it can handle a big bass and a rod that will match the reel...Answers
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I would go with the Shimano Cumara or the St Croix Legends Tournament rod which I have. Shimano makes a lighter Rod than that but its like 400.00. There are a lot of other companys that make light rods. You just have to experiment with them. To me St Croix seems to be the strongest.
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I would have gone for the 2500 for bass. The 1000 will do, but is kind of small and won't hold much line above 6lb test. That said, I beleive you can't beat a shimano compre for the value and a 6'6" ML is the perfect match for that reel.Details:
Will the 3000 model work well with 30 pound powerpro braid ?Answers
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I think 30 LBS is to much I would go with 15 or 20 LBS Power Pro Braid. 15 LBS preferably. Better for casting long distances.A:
I use Power Pro 40# on both of my Stradic 3000 with the BPS Carbonlite rods. no problems.A:
My 3000 says it holds 110 yards of 40 lb. PowerPro and 145 yards of 20 lb., so it should fit about 127 yards of 30 lb. It really depends on the type of fishing you'll be doing. For bass fishing you'll be good with 127 yards.
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Yes - works great. The 3000 has a 40 lb max braid at 110 yards. Power Pro is a good choice and is the standard for reel comparisons.
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If you can find a 30-pound braid line that equal 10-pound monofilament, then it will work.Answers
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line always depends on what your going for. which is directly proportional to the size of the rod and reel combo. but with what you got i would say your goin for big boys, try 17lb berkley xt if your going for anything bigger than 20 lbs i would go with the 25 lb testImages for this Answer
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Best rod to fit the 4300 ? Looking for something in the 80-120 $ range .Answers
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I have two BPS Carbonlite MH rods. I love them. They seem to have good back bone. I bank fish all the time and besides pulling in lots of 2-3lb catfish, the biggest catfish I pulled in was 11.1 pounds. That rod and my Stradic 3000 held up great! Based on that I would recommend the BPS Carbonlite MH rod.A:
st croix medium heavy 6ft6 or 7 ftDetails:
Can you use a braid line with this reel or is it strictly mono?Answers
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I use Braided line preferably. I would say most shimano reels are made for Braided line.A:
It is recommended by most and functions flawlessly with braid.A:
u caaann use braided but dont get braided 30 pound get more like 25 or 20 cuz the 30 and up is too thick to fit in the noch in the spool guard thing.
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Nope any line! I am using braid and its so nice!Q:
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i have a 6'8" cumara xfast action rod. should i get a 2500 or the 3k for this as a finess combo for bass and trout?
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I like the 3000 better it has a bigger handle and more line capacity than the 2500. Your only talking about .2 Grams difference. You wont even feel that. The Stradic CI4 3000 seems smoother to me than the 2500. Thats my opinion.A:
My motto with fishing is when in doubt, go smaller. Personally I would go with the 2500, especially if you'll be trout fishing with it. I own the 1000, 2500, 3000 and 4000. I use the 1000 for trout fishing and the 2500 and 3000 for bass fishing.
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The 2500 will fit fine, no need for that extra line capacity on the 3kDetails:
is the 4000 good for like small kingfish and ajsAnswers
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On a 3000 saros I caught a 30 lb tarpon no problem so you could probably land a 45 lb fish with this reelA:
i say bout a 20 pound steelhead or sheephead or pikeor muskyA:
I'd say the 4000 would be fine for small kings or ajs.A:
a friend of mine landed a 40 inch red fish on one these reels and for the money there is noihing that even comes close! i personally use one for inshore fishing , reds , spotted trout etc. have never had a problem.Answers
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The 1000 FML is for micro lines. Saying light braids, like 4 pound power pro. And it has a special drag system for the braided line. The 1000 F is just a reel that allows mono, fluoro, and braid.A:
FML is designed for new micro lines like the 5lb Power Pro.
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ML means micro line. It's designed for use with light braid like powerpro or suffix. It actually has a different drag system to allow for the no stretch (little more forgiving). I would imagine that it would be a saweeet reel for ice fishing!!! I have many Ci4s but not this one.
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