Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel

Consistent feel and enduring performance

The Shimano Stradic has been a solid performer in the New Zealand market for many years now and this model upgrade is no different. Shimano's engineers have done it again by creating a more lightweight, compact yet powerful mid-priced spinning reel.

The new Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel features the newly-developed Magnumlite Rotor, giving a lighter feel - making this reel simply a delight to use, with better balance in the hand. It also features Shimano's X-Ship technology, which not only makes the fishing experience much more enjoyable with ultra-smooth retrieves, but also gives you more grunt when cranking in those larger saltwater species.

Every part has been designed to improve your experience on the water. The sleek G-Free body provides a better weight balance to reduce fatigue. Plus, the presence of Coreprotect on the roller clutch, the drag, the body and the line roller, indicate that this reel is going to be perfectly at home in the world’s harshest environment — saltwater. Whether you're casting light Rapala lures to Trout, softbaiting the wash or micro-jigging for Snapper, the Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel eats it up!

Magnumlite Rotor
The newly-developed Magnumlite Rotor is made out of new CI4 material that's lighter and stronger than the 1st generation CI4 - providing you with effortless handle rotation by reducing the weight dramatically.

Hagane Gear
The new Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel is enhanced by its Hagane Gears, complementing the G Free Body design for better all-around performance. With amazing strength and durability, the Hagane gear is at the very heart of this reel - giving long-lasting smoothness and feel. Its entire surface is calculated in minute detail by 3D and formed by Shimano’s cold forging technology.

X-Ship
Together with the Hagane cold-forged drive gear, Shimano combined X-Ship technology which results in a smooth, powerful and durable reel. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This means that the gears will stay in position under the heaviest loads. The added benefit is that friction between the spool shaft and gear are eliminated. This will enhance the casting performance of the reel with lighter lures, and allow for longer casts.

Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel Features:

• Hagane gears: precision cold forged drive gears
  
• X-ship: smoother and stronger precision gear system
  
• Magnumlite Rotor
  
• Core protect: 360° all-weather water-resistant performance
  
• Ci4+ body construction
  
• G Free Body: the center of mass of the reel is moved closed to the rod to improve weight and balance in the hand
  
• AR-C Spool
  
• Shielded A-RB
  
• One-piece bail

Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500 HG FB Spinning Reel Specifications:

• Gear ratio: 6.0:1
  
• Drag pressure: 9kg/20lb
  
• Weight: 190g
  
• 6+1 S A-RB bearings
  
• Retrieve rate: 88cm per rotation
  
• Capacity: 0.25mm-160m