The 14000 will balance a 12ft 3.5lb rod loads better than the 5500 , i use the 5500 on 10ft’ers and would want a bigger reel on a longer rod for sure. How much line does a Shimano 14000 hold? line capacity 600yds of 12lb (550m of 0.35mm) line. What is Shimano c14? CI4 stands … Read more
These acronyms – common on many Shimano reels – represent the following: PG = Power Gearing. HG = high gearing xg = Extra-High Gearing. Is the Shimano Catana a good reel ? Very good reel , economical, light, and runs very smooth. I recommend it. What does FB mean Shimano? Alot of Shimanos finish with … Read more
The 1000 or 10 size reel is ideal for fishing with 2-to 4-pound test monofilament line I pair this reel with an ultralight rod measuring either 4 1/2- to 5 1/2- feet long. This is a great combination for trout fishing and small panfish such as bluegill and yellow perch. Is the Shimano Stradic discontinued? … Read more
line capacity 600yds of 12lb (550m of 0.35mm) line. What is Shimano c14? CI4 stands for Carbon Interfusion with the 4 referring to the number of electrons in the carbon atom. This carbon fiber reinforced graphite material is over one and a half times stronger than Shimano’s normal XT-7 graphite and is over 20 percent … Read more
Medium sized spinning reels (4000 – 5500) These are medium sized spinning reels ideal for rods in the 7-8 foot range They are best for targeting mid sized species up to about 30 pounds, and work best with 8-14lb monofilament, or 10-25lb braid. Is Shimano Stradic worth the money? The Shimano Stradic Ci4+ is a … Read more
These acronyms – common on many shimano reels – represent the following: PG = Power Gearing. HG = High Gearing XG = Extra-High Gearing. What is a 3000 size reel good for? A 3000 size spinning reel is more suitable for medium sized fish (such as bass or pike), due to being lighter in weight, … Read more