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Shimano Symetre FI

March 14th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Shimano Reels

The Silent Shimano Symetre FI.

Shimano Symetre FI

Product Description

The Shimano Symetre FI Spinning Reel… smooth, silent, strong and so much more:

Aluminum frame (except model 750 which is graphite);

Cold forged aluminum spool provides increased strength and durability;

Graphite sideplate and rotor;

Spare cold forged aluminum spool;

S-Concept design for a smooth, silent and strong Reel;

Slow oscillation lays the line in a parallel pattern for excellent castability and control;

S-Arm Cam protruding surface on the bail arm keeps slack line in contact with the line roller to reduce the chance of tangles and line cuts;
Maintenance Port, a sealed plug that can be removed using a screwdriver to easily lubricate the drive train without disassembling the reel;
A-RB (anti-rust bearings) are specially treated stainless steel ball bearings that are at least 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings;

Fluidrive II boasts increased tooth contact for increased efficiency;
Super Stopper II is a 1-way roller bearing that eliminates backplay for solid hooksets, yet can be turned on or off to allow back-reeling;
Dyna-Balance uses counterbalancing techniques in the rotor to eliminate wobble during the retrieve;

Power Roller II is an oversized line roller that reduces twist from casting and retrieving and is enhanced with a tapered area on the support to help line get onto the roller;

Friction is reduced between the pinion gear and spool shaft for increased smoothness and durability.

Shimano Symetre FI, November 2, 2006

By Chris L.
This is the best spinning reel, priced below $200, I have ever used. This is the smoothest, most silent, most durable and easy to maintain reel I have ever used and I would recommend it to anyone.

The Bottom Line – The Shimano Symetre FI is a mid-price range reel that really works as well its higher priced cousins.

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Shimano Catana 4000FA

March 13th, 2010 by admin | 1 Comment | Filed in Shimano Reels

Catana 4000FA

Catana 4000FA

The superb design of the Catana 4000FA is matched only by its` fantastic features.

The Catana 4000FA has a large multi-disc front drag that is ideal for playing larger fish in extreme conditions. 2 Ball bearings and 1 roller bearing, in combination with CAD designed gears, give a smoothness that you usually find on much more expensive reels. A strong aluminium spool comes as standard, along with an additional extra light XT7 graphite spool. Dyna Balance for exceptional smoothness and performance and Super Stopper II for instant hook setting complete the features of this excellent reel. The Catana  4000FA is an ideal spinning reel.

The progressive multi-disk drag on both front and rear drag models can be adjusted over a wide range of settings for very different uses, from light match fishing to heavy spinning that is ideal for playing larger fish in extreme conditions

Catana 4000FA Features:

# Varispeed
# Cold Forged Gear
# 2 x Shielded Stainless Bearings
# 1 x  Roller Bearing.
# Super Stopper II.
# XT-7 Body with Duraluminium Spool
# Spare Spool (XT-7)
# Power Roller
# Long Life Bail Spring
# Positive Bail
# Triangular Rotor
# Biogrip
# Superb value for money!

- Ratio: 5.1:1
- Holds 240yds of 8lb Mono

The Shimano Catana 4000FA  is the perfect  reel for playing larger fish in extreme conditions.

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Shimano Stradic FI

March 12th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Spinning Reels

Stradic FI

The Shimano Stradic FI is made tough and durable to handle the heavyweight bouts! Fight after fight, this baby delivers the knock-out blow! Equipped with Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement, Propulsion Line Management System and the Aero Wrap II Oscillation System,

The Shimano Stradic FI increases casting distance with less effort, while arming you with a durable, dutiful Reel that’s always game for the next battle royale!

Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement uses a special cold-forged aluminium drive gear and a hardened brass pinion gear retain out-of-the-box smoothness much longer than all stainless steel drivetrains;

5-component Propulsion Line management System means longer casts with less effort, while drastically reducing the chance of backlash, wind knots or tangles;

Aero Wrap II provides uniform line lay and winding shape to prevent loss of energy during the cast while providing longer casts than other oscillation systems;

Graphite side plate and rotor; aluminium body;

Machined aluminium handle with direct drive handle that screws directly into the main gear, and is finished off with Septon grips;

Five shielded A-RB and one roller bearing enhance the smooth performance;

Waterproof drag on all models can really put the heat on a big fish; Spare aluminium spool;

Model No.: ST1000FI,

Retrieve per Crank (in.): 29,

Wt. (ozs.): 7 1/2,

Line Rating (lbs./yds.): 2/270, 4/140, 6/110,

Max Drag (lbs.): 7,

Gear Ratio: 6.0:1;

Model No.: ST2500FI,

Retrieve per Crank (in.): 34,

Wt. (ozs.): 9 1/2,

Line Rating (lbs./yds.): 6/200, 8/140, 10/120,

Max Drag (lbs.): 15,

Gear Ratio: 6.0:1;

Model No.: ST3000FI,

Retrieve per Crank (in.): 35,

Wt. (ozs.): 9 1/2,

Line Rating (lbs./yds.): 6/230, 8/170, 10/140,

Max Drag (lbs.): 15,

Gear Ratio: 6.0:1;

Model No.: ST4000FI,

Retrieve per Crank (in.): 36,

Wt. (ozs.): 11 1/2,

Line Rating (lbs./yds.): 8/240, 10/200, 12/160,

Max Drag (lbs.): 20,

Gear Ratio: 5.8:1;

The Shimano Stradic FI is the reel for keen anglers

Nice reel, September 11, 2009
By Richard C. Palson (Massachusetts) (REAL NAME)

Stradic f1, is a little gem. It is well built and smooth operating. You will love it.
RCJ Palson

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