In this piece, I’m going to discuss the subject of “What Are 2500 Reels Good For?”, and I’m going to do my best to cover as much ground as I possibly can in terms of information. Choosing a fishing rod to go with this size reel: 2500 or 25 size reels are offered favored amongst … Read more
Large sized spinning reels (6000 – 30000) These are heavy sized spinning reels ideal for heavy rods used for offshore boat fishing , surf casting, or rock fishing They are great for targeting large species up to about 150+ pounds (such as tarpon), and work best with 12-60lb monofilament, or 24-100lb braid. Is Shimano Stradic … Read more
In today’s post on my blog, I’d like to discuss the following subject, which is indicated by the following title: What Is A 5000 Reel Used For?. I will give you all of the information that is very suitable to the post that you are interested in. I have high hopes that you will find … 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
The Shimano Stradic Ci4+ is a fantastic reel . At $229, it is a bit of an investment but well worth the money when you think about what all you can do with it. Is the Shimano Stradic discontinued? New Shimano Vanford 2020 replaces the iconic Stradic CI4+ It’s a bold move by Shimano who … 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
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
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
The 5000 size is an excellent general go-to for targeting any kind of fish, such as bluefish or stripers If the surf is down and I’m hunting whiting or flounder at the shore break, I’ll go as small as a 3000. However, if I’m chasing big fish with big baits , I’ll use a 7000 … Read more
New Shimano Vanford 2020 replaces the iconic Stradic CI4+ It’s a bold move by Shimano who has released the New Shimano Vanford 2020 spin reel and retired an old Aussie favourite. That’s right the new Shimano Vanford spin reels will replace the popular Stradic Ci4+ reels. Is the Stradic CI4 worth it? The Shimano Stradic … Read more