Well guys, I did it. I bought a Stradic. I saved up my money over the spring ( sorta ) for it and now I have it.
CI4 3000 size with 14lb test Suffix Flurocarbon on a E21 Wild Black Carrot Stix Spinning Rod 6'7" Med Heavy rod. I have got to say.. I'm pretty happy. This is the first really expensive setup I've bought, I'm gonna be using it for multiple things but I might throw a jig on it to see how well it handles. It's SOOO light. The only thin I don't like is where the hook keeper is on the rod so I'm gonna change that. I'm done buying fishing stuff for the rest of the year. ( Famous last words ).
Finally Bought A Stradic.
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outdoorsman110
, May 18 2012 11:51 AM
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outdoorsman110
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Rappahannock River
Shenandoah River
Lake Abel
Lake Curtis
Motts Run Reservoir
Lunga Reservoir
Lake Anna
Posted May 18 2012 - 11:51 AM
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BassinLou
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Posted May 18 2012 - 02:02 PM
Congrats on saving your money for this reel. You will not be disappointed. I have the 2500 on a med 7ft Carbonlite. Light as a feather, and it handles great. I have caught two bass around the 5-6 lb range so far this year and this setup did great. Enjoy!!
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Rappahannock River
Shenandoah River
Lake Abel
Lake Curtis
Motts Run Reservoir
Lunga Reservoir
Lake Anna
Posted May 18 2012 - 02:40 PM
Thanks man! I already know I'll love it! I actually like this better than my Pfluegers.
There is certainly something in angling that tends to produce a serenity of the mind. ~Washington Irving
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Hookerz N' BassHolez
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Posted May 18 2012 - 02:53 PM
I got a CI4 this year too, I actually like it better then my Sustain FE. I have the CI4 2500 on a JM Sig Series, it's feels so light! I had the President 6730 and it was alright, but to me Shimano is better.
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Posted May 18 2012 - 04:22 PM
Good selection.
I have the 2500s and love 'em.
You will have many years of enjoyment and success with the Stradic.
I have the 2500s and love 'em.
You will have many years of enjoyment and success with the Stradic.
Ignorance can be corrected. Stupid lasts a lifetime.
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Posted May 18 2012 - 06:28 PM
I have Stradic FI 1000's on my SC Avids for River Smallmouth. Great combos. You will love the Stradic.
I have used Sahara's for Years before I recently upgraded 2 of my Outfits to Stradics.
The Sahara is a very good Reel for it's price range but the Stradics are a cut above.
I have used Sahara's for Years before I recently upgraded 2 of my Outfits to Stradics.
The Sahara is a very good Reel for it's price range but the Stradics are a cut above.
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Posted May 18 2012 - 10:48 PM
Congrats on saving your money! And Congrats on your new reel.
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Posted May 19 2012 - 07:52 AM
Well guys, I did it. I bought a Stradic. I saved up my money over the spring ( sorta ) for it and now I have it.
CI4 3000 size with 14lb test Suffix Flurocarbon on a E21 Wild Black Carrot Stix Spinning Rod 6'7" Med Heavy rod. I have got to say.. I'm pretty happy. This is the first really expensive setup I've bought, I'm gonna be using it for multiple things but I might throw a jig on it to see how well it handles. It's SOOO light. The only thin I don't like is where the hook keeper is on the rod so I'm gonna change that. I'm done buying fishing stuff for the rest of the year. ( Famous last words ).
I call bull chit lol
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Posted May 19 2012 - 08:13 AM
Your gonna have to buy replacement line when you find the 14# floro dont work so hot with that small a reel/spool. No offense meant...
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Rappahannock River
Shenandoah River
Lake Abel
Lake Curtis
Motts Run Reservoir
Lunga Reservoir
Lake Anna
Posted May 19 2012 - 10:19 AM
already tried it man, works good. The line I put on it is only temporary though, I'm gonna be putting Seaguar on it, TATSU is probably gonna be my choice, I have a couple spools laying around.Your gonna have to buy replacement line when you find the 14# floro dont work so hot with that small a reel/spool. No offense meant...
There is certainly something in angling that tends to produce a serenity of the mind. ~Washington Irving
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