My ci4 1000 just came in the mail 30 minutes ago, looks great on my phenix m1. Headed out now in 28 degrees to do some dropshotting 

I just lost a lightly used CI4 on ebay for $140 at the last second. Almost punched my monitor out. lol

 

Try this service: http://www.auctionsniper.com/?who=eE9TmkwvpBKNbVGjISfWUg%3d%3d

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Thanks for the heads up.

I got my 2500 last fall and love it.

I own a Ci4 and a FH. I like the weight of the Ci4 but I think if I were to buy another reel it would be the FJ or another Sustain.

To me it is all about the "WEIGHT". I use mine for smallie's. Never missed a beat.

John,

What rods did you pair up with these reels?  Are they 2500?

 

 

I know you did not ask me, but mine is paired with a Pinnacle 70ml and it is FANTASTIC.  2500 size!

 

Jeff

I know you did not ask me, but mine is paired with a Pinnacle 70ml and it is FANTASTIC. 2500 size!

Jeff

Thanks Jeff. Is that a drop shot set up for you? I was planning on the LTB610MLXF. I have all Croix rods but was considering changing it up.

I was planning on the LTB610MLXF. I have all Croix rods but was considering changing it up.

 

If it ain't broke, don't fix it!  I fished the 69mlxf for years.  GREAT dropshot blank!  I have a 5s610mlxf in the works right now, but I'm gonna get a Sustain for it.  My CI4 is on a 6'10" Mag-Light North Fork at the moment.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it! I fished the 69mlxf for years. GREAT dropshot blank! I have a 5s610mlxf in the works right now, but I'm gonna get a Sustain for it. My CI4 is on a 6'10" Mag-Light North Fork at the moment.

Well i just won a Stradic 2500 FJ on ebay but im still going to get a CI4. I can swap the fj with an old reel. Do the trade in at BPS and save some bucks for the CI4. Now to decide on that rod.

Thanks Jeff. Is that a drop shot set up for you? I was planning on the LTB610MLXF. I have all Croix rods but was considering changing it up.

I have that rod and I love it. I have a Pfluegar Supreme MGX on mine. My 2500 CI4 is on a LTB 6' 10" M, their shakyhead rod, one of my favorite combos I've ever owned. 

My setup is an all around setup.  I use small shakey heads, drop shot, split shot rig, you name it. The Pinnacle fishes a power up, kind of like most St. Croix.  The ML fishes like a M.  I highly recommend it.

 

Jeff

I just scored a brand new CI4 2500 on ebay for $70 cheaper than retail. Now I need a rod.

Mark, I need one of those.  To pair with another Pinnacle 70ml/f

 

Jeff

Mark, I need one of those.  To pair with another Pinnacle 70ml/f

 

Jeff

Is that pinnacle rod a Perfecta?

Yep.  But you gonna hand over one of those reels? 

 

http://www.pinnaclefishing.com/shop/p-137-perfecta-dhc5.aspx#page=page-1

 

Jeff

The Stradic FJ I got is going to replace an older spinning reel of mine. The CI4 is for a new set up. Look on ebay Jeff, there is 1 or 2 more CI4's I was watching that are still at a good price point. 

Congrats, thats a great price.

Best bang for your buck has got to be the stradic FJ it's a much more advanced reel compared to the ci4. Personally the only thing the ci4 has going for it is it's weight. The FJ has many more features especially x-ship. Don't get me wrong the ci4 is still a amazing reel, but the FJ is a true work horse, and also comes in at a cheaper price.

 

Today I picked up a dealer's last 2500 Stradic FJ for $125 at the Indianapolis Boat Sport and Travel Show. Almost went with the new Saros, which they were selling for $120, but when you compared the Stradic FJ features with the other options it was a no-brainer. My only issue was a bit more weight, but after I got it spooled up and on a Veritas 7' Medium rod is was smooth as silk and I look forward to fishing with the combo. The white on white color scheme concerned me a bit, but it sure looks fine to me now.

 

I have 3 Symetre reels and it is obvious that Shimano downgraded the new Symetre model a bit it keep it under $100.

Today I picked up a dealer's last 2500 Stradic FJ (discontinued model) for $125 at the Indpls Boat Sport and Travel Show. Almost went with the new Saros, which they were selling for $120, but when you compared the Stradic FJ features with the other options it was a no-brainer. My only issue was a bit more weight, but after I got it spooled up and on a Veritas 7' Medium rod is was smooth as silk and I look forward to fishing with the combo. The white on white color scheme concerned me a bit, but it sure looks fine to me now.

I have 3 Symetre reels and it is obvious that Shimano downgraded the new Symetre model a bit it keep it under $100.

Yes and no on the symetre. They did add x-ship to the symetre. As far as downgrades and other upgrades I am not sure as I haven't looked that closely. I handled one tonight and it felt solid and smooth. I have an early model symetre 2000 and it is still smooth and going strong. If you can think of any downgrades over previous models I would like to here them.

On a side note the Saros is intriguing... I may get one of these at some point in time. I like the features and material used in the reels frame.