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[Bassin69]

What's the opinion for the Shimano Sahara spinning reel? I know Shimano makes awesome reels so I was just looking for some 'field' results.

Thnx.

8-)

[RiskKid.]

I have one and think its a great reel for the price.

[Big T]

Great reels for the money, I have a 4000 series that I just acquired. I used to have the 2500 series which most people on here will tell you is the perfect size for bass. I liked that reel but traded it because it was a little small for my needs.  My spinning reels see double duty, bass and inshore saltwater. I would probably buy a second one. If you could swing an extra $20 or $30 then I would get the Symtre. Another awesome reel but it is over a $100 is the Stradic. Hope this helps.

[Papa_Tom]

I presently have four Saharas.  One is a 2500, the other ones are 4000's.  I tend to favor the larger spool diameter most of the time.  By this time tomorrow I will have one more, and it will most likely be another 4000 (have an old Mitchell I am replacing).  I find them to be all that I want in a spinning reel.  Balance is good, drag is smooth, bang for the buck is there.  I look for mid-range reels that are as high quality as I can get for the dollar..i.e. I have a bunch of Curados.  I'm just as happy with the Sahara in a spinning reel.

[nboucher]

The 4000 is my one and only spinning reel, spooled with 8# Yo-Zuri Ultra Soft. I love it and have never had a single problem with it.

Oh, and welcome to the site!

[Siebert Outdoors]

I have a 1000 and for the money you cant beat it. Its a smooth reliable little reel.  I have it on an ultralite for crappie, perch, and trout.

[Bassin69]

Great! I'm 99% sure this is my next reel paired on a St Croix Premier Rod.

Thanks for all the info!

[RiskKid.]

That will be really nice with the St Croix Premier

[bayrat]

I LOVE THE REEL.I HAVE 5 OF THEM ALL 2000 WITH EXTRA SPOOLS.WITH ALL DFF bl TEST LINE SO WITH BREADED LINE. I KEEP IT ALL THE SPINNG REELS THE SAME AND ALL MY CASTING REELS I USE SHIMANO CRUZAR CRZ 200 ON A SHIMANO JIMMY HOUTON 6FT 6' RODS .
FOR SALTWATER ALL I USE IS PENN RODS AND REELS.

      GOOD LUCK  BAYRAT

[Grey Wolf]

Great reel for the money !

[New Bass Man]

The Sahara was the first quality spinning reel I ever purchased.  I have the 4000.   If money is an issue, the Sahara will work just fine.   A better reel is the Stradic.  I have the 2500.  Best spinning reel I ever owned.   Highly recommend this one.    

[shimanogloomis man]

my uncle use the sahara very happy with it great for his needs and  does everything well.my cuz has a sedona another good reel and my bro uses a symetre and i use a stradic we all fish together never once did any of these reels fail us, cant go wrong with a shimano

[SneakySnook]

Great reel for the money. I'm looking at getting a 1500 for my son. It will go great with the st.croix premier rod.

[Bassin69]

Wow, thanks for all the great replies!
;D

[Vyron]

Great reel for the money. Only drawback for me is the drag power.