So far so good, I do think the carbon drag is smoother. Internal components are tuned to the highest tolerances possible with Shimano’s Silent Drive technology.To protect your investment from the elements, Shimano’s X-Protect water repellent coating and specially designed water channeling labyrinth construction work to prevent water intrusion and preserve that out-of-the-box effortless rotation for the life of the reel without adding the rotational resistance commonly felt in sealed reels.But wait, it’s a $200 reel. Couple MicroModule Gear II with Silent Drive, which fine tunes internal components to the highest tolerances possible, and you’ll agree the new Stradic approaches flagship … The sleek G-Free body provides a better weight balance to reduce fatigue. Every part has been designed to improve the anglers experience on the water.
In sizes for off the beach, inshore action, and blue water use.With its known durable design to handle the salt, the new Spheros SW spinning reels offer even more angler confidence with new Shimano "SW Concept" features.
Seemingly against the laws of nature. Removal of the anti-reverse lever makes this reel a little more water tight so I really like the change. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear.Great reel for the price.
All of these technologies help to make the Shimano Stradic FL a strong, durable and uncompromising reel.An evolution in Casting, Reeling and Durability, Stradic FL brings anglers into the next generation of fishing. I noticed there’s no longer an oil service port screw on the side plating. Also this reel has a way better seal now.HaganeBody – The HAGANE Body is a metal reel body with high rigidity. The only description I can come up with, is it feels “gravelly”.
New design is way better the the FK because they sealed the roller bearing so it won’t make noises. The Shimano Stradic FK reel is an excellent choice for both fresh and saltwater and is available HERE.
Thunnus CI4 is a response to all the anglers out there in love with the ease of use and functionality that wanted the reel to shed some weight.For serious saltwater fishing action, the Twin Power SW spinning reels fuse Shimano technology for a reel with overwhelming power, durability and reliability to tackle any situation in any condition.
Try Prime Cart. It is smooth and powerful.
True durability to tackle nearly anything in the salt best describes the Shimano Socorro SW spinning reels.Lightweight and the power to stop big fish. Still too new to say much more.I am a huge fan of Stradics and they did not disappoint yet again. Shimano always finds another way to improve your fishing experience. Just got off the water with it along with my Stradic 1000 FK and Sustain (2) 1000 FG.