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The Facts: The Shimano Stradic spinning reel features 4 A-RB ball bearings and one Super Stopper II roller bearing; the Fluidrive II polished master gear; Dynabalance system to eliminate reel wobble; and a Power Roller line roller. The Stradic also has a slow oscilation system that lays the line in a parallel pattern for excellent castability and control. The MgFA series have a lighter weight magnesium frame, compared to the aluminum framed FH series. Contrary to popular belief, the MgFA series are safe for saltwater use because of a special protective coating.

Model No.	Bearings	Gear Ratios	Capacity	Weight
ST1000FH	4BB + 1RB	6.0:1	110/6	7.9 OZ
ST2500FH	4BB + 1RB	6.0:1	120/10	9.7 OZ
ST4000FH	4BB + 1RB	5.7:1	160/12	13.4 OZ
ST5000FH	4BB + 1RB	5.7:1	165/14	13.3 OZ
ST6000FH	4BB + 1RB	5.7:1	170/16	20.1 OZ
ST8000FH	4BB + 1RB	5.7:1	250/16	19.9 OZ
ST2500MGFA	5BB + 1RB	6.0:1	140/8	7.9 OZ
ST4000MGFA	5BB + 1RB	5.7:1	200/10	11.8 OZ

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Good reel but NOT for Long, Sep 21, 2008

reviewer: Big AL from IL

I have had this reel for 2 Salmon seasons. After the second salmon season the reel began to bind upon retrieving my lure. The reel is still smooth as smooth can be when there is no line pressure. When there is line pressure the internal gears bind. I have greased lubed and disassembled twice, still the problem is unresolved. What a waste of money! I will never buy another Shimano reel and this is coming from a strictly Shimano reel guy, well not anymore. Buyer beware on this one - it could be a costly mistake.

stradic 3000, Jul 04, 2008

reviewer: Doug Rice from Lake Martin, Alabama

I bought a stradic 3000 for finesse fishing (spotted bass,large mouth bass) with a shaky head set-up. I have several other spinning rigs but I decided to buy a stradic because of the good reviews I have read (here and elsewhere). I like the smoothness of the retrieve and the drag, but the casting left me somewhat disappointed. I took one of the spools of the stradic and compared it to a spool off of a Pflueger president (which casts perfect) I noticed the angle on the edge of the president's spool was alot greater than the angle on the stradic's. I machined the angle onto a stradic spool (on a lathe) and the results were great! I now have the best all around reel for the job I intended it for. The quality of a shimano and the castability of a Pflueger president. I won't have to sell it on e-bay now!

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