Shimano Stradic Ci4 4000
Specifications
Shimano Stradic CI4 Spinning Reels
The Shimano Stradic CI4 Spinning Reels feature Shimano's CI4 material for construction of the frame, sideplate and rotor. CI4 stands for Carbon Interfusion with the 4 referring to the number of electrons in the carbon atom. This carbon fiber reinforced graphite material is over one and a half times stronger than Shimano's normal XT-7 graphite and is over 20 percent lighter. And because the frame, sideplate and rotor does not contain metal, these components are impervious to rust and corrosion. As a result of the materials strength and weight, Shimano has created an extremely lightweight reel with very precise tolerances.
The Shimano Stradic CI4 Spinning Reels also feature Shimano's Paladin gear durability enhancement in which machined, cold forged aluminum and brass gearing is used over the standard die-cast gearing. This system produces much smoother and incredibly durable reel gearing. Shimano's Propulsion line management system features a special spool and component design which helps line come off the spool more efficiently. This means smoother and longer casts, less line twist and no more wind knots, birdsnets or backlashes. The system also helps line lay on the spool more evenly so repetitive casting always has the same performance.
The Stradic CI4 was designed with lightweight, finesse style fishing in mind. These reels are perfect for drop-shots, shaky heads and small texas rigs for bass and are also perfect for ultralight and light trout fishing situations.
The Stradic CI4 model STCI4 1000FML (Microline) was created for ultralight use with light 3, 4 and 5 lb. test PowerPro braided lines. The STCI4 1000FML (Microline) features a special drag designed to protect light braided lines from big fish and abrasion.
The Shimano Stradic CI4 Spinning Reels have the following features:
CI4 frame, sideplate and rotor construction
Paladin gear durability enhancement
Propulsion line management system
Aero wrap II oscillation
1-piece SR bail wire
Waterproof drag
Aluminum spool
Machined aluminum handle/Eva foam grip
Shielded AR-B bearings
Fluidrive II
Super stopper II
Maintenance port
Approved for saltwater use
Rated for use with monofilament, fluorocarbon and braided lines
STCI4 4000F 37 8/240
10/200
12/160 15/265
30/175
50/145 20 5.8:1 9.3
For a review of the reel, go here.
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewchimanostradicci4pg4.html
A friend was kind enough to trust me with cleaning his reel ever since a grinding sound can be heard everytime a load is applied on the line.
