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I have a 3000 NASCI and it is by no means too heavy. It's the same size as a 2500 NASCI but with a faster ratio and different handle. A 2500 Stradic weighs 8.3oz. and a 3000 NASCI weighs 8.8 (so does the 2500 NASCI). I strongly recommend this reel for $100 but that's just my opinion. Not sure of many other even near that price range that can match the features of this reel.

Shimano NASCI 2500 or 3000...or even the 1000 size. Great reel for the money. Enjoy!

Thank you!

I ended up getting HT Kossori Shad since I think it is a little like Pro Blue, a little like Sexy Shad, and a little like Tennessee Shad all in one. It looks very similar to what Alewives look like around here and I hope it's a nice bait.

I know Pro Blue is a standard but can anyone compare Pro Blue with the Crystal Shad color (which has some green) to imitate Alewife and Cisco and/or Shiner/Minnows. Do Alewives have more blue/purple hues in them or more green/blue? For the clear water, I am up in the air over what color I should get. The problem is, there are too many colors that I like and I cannot narrow it down.

What about Kossori Shad?

I would like to get ONE Megabass Vision 110 to cover the variety of baitfish in my area. There are mostly alewives, shiners (common and emerald), and even a lake that supposedly has ciscos. What color would be my best bet for matching these baitfish varieties as I target smallmouth on jerkbaits? Thanks and best wishes on the water!

That last picture is a Norman Little N in the old style craw...correct?

Checked the pinion...looks like new. No issues with the spool so I think I am good. Thank you for the responses! Best wishes on the water!

Great! Thanks. I just wanted to make sure I didn't put any wear on the gears.

So yesterday while fishing, I was reeling a spoon back to the boat and I was startled by a good size lake trout trailing the bait in, but really didn't notice it until I picked the rod up and casted again. Upon looking into the water and going through the motions of the cast, I spotted the fish going back down and I think what I did was try to reel while still holding the button down to cast. It lasted a split second but the noise that was made was sort of a grind sound as I think I was trying to stop the cast. Not sure if this was the thumb bar trying to re-engage or what. I was too fixated on the large laker now swimming back down to the bottom. Did this do any damage to the reel? For the rest of the day, the reel performed flawlessly and I was just wondering what this sound might have been and if it was just nothing to worry about. Thank you!

Thank you!

I had the opportunity to order a Morrum ZX 3600 for $239 total from a retailer and did so last night. Is this worth the purchase? I believe they retail for $499. I know TT reviewed it well but thought I would ask to see if anyone has used this reel. Thank you!

I have an Falcon Expert that is about 15 years old and is still a great rod! I think my Expert used Shikari blanks for the series of rods at the time.

I recently bought a 3000HG NASCI and would like to order a 2500 handle with the smaller knob so I can swap as needed with the "T" shaped knob and handle. I would like to know the part number and price if possible. This would be for the whole assembly, not just the handle (without the knob). Thank you and please let me know. Best wishes on the water!

Thank you! I was also looking at the slick color for the x-rap. For the husky jerk, I will look into those colors. Does Rapala make a sexy shad version or is that the Helsinki Shad? Thanks!

As the title says, I fish a lot of water that has Alewives and one that supposedly has Ciscos. What color X-Rap (and also Husky Jerk) to mimic these species? Thanks for the help and any responses. Best wishes on the water!

My NASCI 3000 came today and man oh man is this a smooth reel. I can't wait to use it on my Aetos 7' Medium. I hope it works as well as it looks and feels. Thanks!

Sweet! I ordered a 3000 the other day for the higher gear ratio...I wonder how it compares to a Stradic? I also want to get a new Ci4+ 2500 for my 6'8" ML Zodias rod. Thanks for checking out the NASCI and reporting back.

My assumption is this is a European only model since the U.S. release only includes the 1000FB, 2500FB, 3000HGFB (High Gear Ratio), and 4000FB. Is the European 3000FB the same size as the 2500FB?

Is the Stradic FK that much better than the NASCI FB? Doubled price (aside from getting an FK online for cheaper) adds what besides the A-RB bearings and aluminum body? I am debating now on either to get for my 7' Medium Aetos.

Great fish!

Ok now I am confused...watch this...they say the 3000 is the same as the 2500 but with a larger handle knob.

I posted this same question on another forum (tackle tour) and someone over there said the 10.4oz. weight for the 3000 is likely a misprint since the Shimano Japan has it listed as a high speed model with the same body as the 2500.

Any additional comparisons?