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Shimano Stradic 3000 FI, Monday, 06 October 2008

Written by Alon Dotan

Overall rating
5.0
Design
5.0
Durability
5.0
Satisfaction
5.0
Features :
Aluminum Frame
Graphite Sideplate
Graphite Rotor
Aluminum Spool
Spare Aluminum Spool
Machined Aluminum Handle
Direct Drive Mechanism (Thread Handle Attachment)
Septon Handle Grips
Maintenance Port
Floating Shaft
Repairable Clicker
Common
Recommend to Others: Yes
Pros: Another Fantastic spinning reel from the NEW Stradic line.
Shimano stradic 3000 FI is the winner of American Sportfishing Associations, ICAST New Product Showcase Award - DO I NEED TO SAY MORE? lol
Its a new and improved 2500,series - waterproof Drag system, Shielded A-RBŪ Bearings, and sizes up to 8000, there aren't many fish the Stradic FI can't handle. Its equipped with a repairable drag clicker and maintenance port that will help keep it in top condition for many years to come.
Cons: absolutely none.
Reels Review
Reel Model: shimano strdic 3000 FI
Reel Weight: 9.50
Line Capacity: 6/230,8/170,10/140
Line Recovery: 35
Gear Ratio: 6.0:1
Reel Price: 180.00
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Shimano Stradic 2500 FH, Monday, 06 October 2008

Written by Alon Dotan

Overall rating
5.0
Design
5.0
Durability
5.0
Satisfaction
5.0
5 Bearings, 4 ARB
Fluiddrive II
Aluminum frame
Dyna Balance anti wobble system
Super Stopper II
Oversized roller for less twist
Floating Shaft
Super slow Oscillation
Common
Recommend to Others: Yes
Pros: One of my favorite spinning reels by far.
Shimano Stradic has always been known for its quality, smoothness and durability. It is the most popular reel Shimano sells to tournament fisherman. Very quiet reel that will outperform most in its category.
Usually comes with an extra extra spool.
Very little maintenance and another Shimano reel you can pass on to your kids.
Cons: None, love the Stradic series.
Reels Review
Reel Model: Stradic 2500 FH
Reel Weight: 9.70
Line Capacity: 8lb/140, 10lb/120,
Gear Ratio: 6.0:1
Reel Price: 150.00
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Shimano Stradic AERO 1000, Monday, 06 October 2008

Written by Alon Dotan

Overall rating
5.0
Design
5.0
Durability
5.0
Satisfaction
5.0
Will be a great reel for anyone - beginners or pro's.
It's one of those reels that will last a life time.
Highly recommended.
Common
Pros: Very smooth reel, great for medium application 10-12lb test is the best and will take more lb with less line.
Great bearing action, quiet, durable, Stainless Bearings (2) and Roller Bearing (1) Super Stopper Anti-Reverse, Shimano Variable Brake System,
Quick Fire Clutch Bar Casting System, Paddle Knob Handle, Forged Alum. Frame.
Cons: none.
Reels Review
Reel Model: Stradic Aero
Reel Weight: 11.30
Line Capacity: 160
Gear Ratio: 4.7:1
Reel Price: 100.00
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Shimano Sahara 750, Wednesday, 20 February 2008

Written by Neal Tyson (ss454)

Overall rating
5.0
Design
5.0
Durability
5.0
Satisfaction
5.0
This reel is perfect for someone wanting a lighter reel. I picked this up for my wife since she was having trouble with my 1500 and 2500 models being too heavy for her. I mated it with a Falcon Lowrider Open Hook rod and it's the lightest setup I think I have in the boat. The only thing I didn't like about this reel was the fairly shallow spool but I loaded it with 15lb braid so it worked out. Unless you use braid this reel might not be ideal for bass fishing. I wish it had a bit faster retrieve but given it's size it's a very powerful reel and my wife loves it.
Common
Recommend to Others: Yes
Pros: Small profile
Light weight
Aluminum frame
Cons: Small spool
Slower retrieve ratio
Reels Review
Reel Model: Sahara 740
Reel Weight: 6.90
Line Capacity: 4/120
Line Recovery: 22
Gear Ratio: 4.7
Reel Price: 59.99
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Shimano Sahara 2500, Wednesday, 20 February 2008

Written by Neal Tyson (ss454)

Overall rating
5.0
Design
5.0
Durability
5.0
Satisfaction
5.0
The Sahara series from Shimano is an excellent mid priced reel. It's super smooth and strong with silky smooth drag and a fast 6.2:1 retrieve. It's excellent for shakey head or drop shotting on a spinning rig and I've found it will hold up to most any situation you put it in. It could be a bit lighter but it's not as heavy as some in it's size range.
Common
Recommend to Others: Yes
Pros: Smooth casting
Smooth retrieve
Durable
Cons: A bit heavy
Reels Review
Reel Model: Sahara 2500
Reel Weight: 9.70
Line Capacity: 8/140
Line Recovery: 30
Gear Ratio: 6.2
Reel Price: 59.99
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