Tackle Test 2010
Equipped with armfuls of new rods and reels, the Outdoor Life new tackle test team descended on Buras, Louisiana to put the new gear through its paces against some of the toughest fish that swim: bull redfish.
Rating Key SPINNING REELS - Shimano Stradic CI4 25000F Overall Score: The CI4 is a marvel of advanced manufacturing prowess. The chassis and side plate are manufactured using an advanced carbon fiber. At just 7 ounces, the CI4 was noticeably lighter than all other spinning reels tested. Quality-of-construction can be seen throughout, as demonstrated by the spool’s unique beveled upper lip. Our only design-related quibble was with the diminutive anti-reverse switch. Equipped with what the company calls the “Propulsion Line Management System,” the CI4 cast noticeably farther than other spinners and with less effort. Line flows off the spool in small concentric loops, threading more easily through the rod’s stripper guide. The bail is feather light and transitions line onto the line roller smoothly. The short-throw bail reduces user fatigue and makes rapid casts a cinch when you’re chasing schooling fish. Six stainless ball bearings and one roller bearing provide benchmark Shimano smoothness. The unique EVA foam knob cranks 34 inches of line per cycle. With a capacity of 170 yards of 10-pound braid, the CI4 carries an ample payload.[ shimano.com ] Performance: A+ Price: $200 AdvertisementRelated PhotosSUBMIT YOUR PHOTOSADVERTISEMENTAdvertisement |
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The CI4 is a manufacturing marvel, coining in at just 7 ounces, thanks to a chassis and side-plate made of an advanced carbon fiber. The CI4 cast farther and with less effort than other spinners, line flowing off the spool in small concentric loops, threading easily through the stripper guide.
The short-throw bail opens easily, reducing user fatigue and making rapid casts a cinch. The unique EVA foam knob cranks 34 inches of line per cycle. With a capacity of 170 yards of 10-pound-test braid, the CI4 carries an ample payload.
Looks like a nice place to test.Good reviews.
Is there a way to view an index so that we don't have to click thru all 40-plus items in order to view ones that we may be interested in?
Nice work if you can get it. No, I'm not very jealous.
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Is there a way to view an index so that we don't have to click thru all 40-plus items in order to view ones that we may be interested in?
Nice work if you can get it. No, I'm not very jealous.
Looks like a nice place to test.Good reviews.
The CI4 is a manufacturing marvel, coining in at just 7 ounces, thanks to a chassis and side-plate made of an advanced carbon fiber. The CI4 cast farther and with less effort than other spinners, line flowing off the spool in small concentric loops, threading easily through the stripper guide.
The short-throw bail opens easily, reducing user fatigue and making rapid casts a cinch. The unique EVA foam knob cranks 34 inches of line per cycle. With a capacity of 170 yards of 10-pound-test braid, the CI4 carries an ample payload.
Great! Thank you for sharing the information! http://www.simplyrest.com
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