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The Shimano® IX Spinning reel is a very affordable and reliable reel that is rated for both fresh- and saltwater use. Featuring graphite frame, sideplates, rotor, and spool for lightweight strength, with the easy- to use Quick Fire II system for fast and easy casting. Rated for use with mono, fluoro and braid.
Graphite Frame
Graphite Sideplate
Graphite Rotor
Graphite Spool
Quick Fire II
Rear Drag
Approved for use in Saltwater
Rated for mono, fluoro and braid
Web ID: 1208290532158
Rated 5 out of
5 by
BassLizzie from
Can't beat it!I use these for kayak and shoreline fishing for bass. I have 4 now in various sizes between 2000 and 4000 models. I've used them for everything, including setting up a nightcrawler rig for my 6 year old to shiner fishing for 10+ lb largemouth. I've had no issues whatsoever in the last 3 years I've had them. All I've done is replace line when needed and made sure to open it up and give it a good rinse after any exposure to brackish water to avoid any corrosion. I highly recommend this reel to anyone who needs a good reliable reel that'll last with normal care. It isn't fancy. It isn't terribly pretty, but it gets the job done time after time!
Date published: 2019-02-19
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Stalker from
A true work horseI’ve been using these reels for over 10 years now. I started out using them in fresh and saltwater, I’ve upgraded reels over the years but still find myself using them to this day as they have become “old faithfuls”! They are made out graphite which means they are not only light, but can take a beating ( dropped, banged against a boat, dipped in saltwater), so they are ideal if you have kids or fish with people that don’t have a lot of experience. Plus they come with a easy cast trigger that helps cut the learning curve for using a spinning reel. The 4000 model is great for inshore fishing and I use the 2000 model for bass/ crappie. The 1000 model weighs a little less the then the 2000 but has same drag and holds less line so I would recommend getting the 2000. I spooled 15# Berkley Fire Line (Smoke) on my 2000 and paired it with a shimano 7’ Medium action rod, the set up is very well balanced and will throw hollow body frogs 30-40 yards with a flick of a wrist. For the price you can’t go wrong and won’t be disappointed. I keep a few of them in my boat on stand by as back up reels.
Date published: 2019-02-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Big J57689 from
Great reelI have several each of the first two sizes. I love being able to spool them with different lines and use a fingernail polish ID scheme. Need to go to lighter line swap the reel. Lots of brush and hang ups grab the one with the heavier line. Theater cost a lot less than spare spools for higher end reels. They hold more line than the tiny lights which is handy when you want to use 8-10 lb test. I would say no worries if I break one but so far have not been able to do that even when I hooked a 25 lb blue cat on the smallest one. My oldest is about 5-6 years and is not as smooth but still works fine. I get one or two spares on most trips to BPS.
Date published: 2019-02-16
Rated 4 out of
5 by
Big brother from
Wow the best 15 bucksGot it last week spooled with a mono 30 lbs paired with a ugly stick gx2 took to key Biscayne and I was catching as much fish as the buddy with his St..Crx... Poles and Penn reels.. Yes I recommend it.
Date published: 2018-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
RB10 from
Love itThis reel is awesome. I have had this for years and works flawlessly. Love that it has the trigger which make holding the line and casting effortless. You can’t beat what a nice reel this so don’t get scared off by the low price.
Date published: 2018-05-31
Rated 4 out of
5 by
HAM296 from
Not bad!For the price it's not bad. Smoother than others in the price range. Drag is fairly good. For ultralight applications it's served me well.
Date published: 2017-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Smurf1 from
These are all I use.I fish mostly panfish and have used these reels for years. I love the Quick Fire feature. That's the main reason why I buy Shimano.
Date published: 2017-07-11
Rated 2 out of
5 by
reel123 from
If you can only afford cheap ShimanosI bought 4 of these reels for trolling. One of them functions poorly as the anti-reverse works intermittently. If I was doing it again I would get a better grade reel.
Use the 4000 size with at least 20# braided line for light tackle inshore/ surf fishing.
Answered by: Stalker
Date published: 2019-02-25
I was wondering if this reel would fit on a 5’6” Ugly Stik GX2 spinning rod? I want to try trout fishing and wondered if this is a good option. And if it is a good option for trout fishing which model would best for the GX2?
Asked by: Ozzylicious
Yes, both IX1000RC or IX2000RC model should fit. There's not much of a difference between the 2 in terms of size/weight. You can't go wrong with either of the 2.
Answered by: kikoph26
Date published: 2018-11-23
Listed as an R1000, but the photos are of an R2000. Which is it?
Asked by: Shortcut56
Thank you for your question. The photo is a stock picture of what the reel is going to look like and the chart is all the models of the reel that we have to offer at this time.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist11
Date published: 2018-09-12
Does it come with the pole also, or just the reel? Can I put stronger line in this reel?
Asked by: ALefever
Nope, no pole buddy. And you can run a line rated greater than what the spool capacity shows but, you'll end up with less than the ideal amount of line on the spool for when you're fish makes a run for it. Also take a look at the drag ratings, divide your line rating by half and you've got the max drag you need. Spool capacity is generally rated with mono thickness, So, technically you could run 10# braid on the smallest one and be fine.
Answered by: forkintheforest
Date published: 2018-09-21
Does the IX have a self centering anti-reverse....like the rear drag Spirex does? Meaning that when you have the anti-reverse in the "on" position, and crank backwards that the bail stops centered up in the 12 o'clock position for the next cast.
Asked by: SAM in KY
Yes
Answered by: DCC - Jake
Date published: 2018-09-21
How many bearings does this fishing reel has?
Asked by: Jerson574
Thank you for your inquiry:
There are Zero bearings are in IX1000RC.
Answered by: BPSResource15
Date published: 2019-01-22
what does right/left mean--for rt/lft handed or side of handle
Asked by: Bob F
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. It means that the retrieve can be switched from right to left hand.
