Just brought a Shimano 70. 2025

Outdoors reply :

I've looked around online for extra brakes, but I can't seem to find any (just in case I later break one). Does anyone know of a site where I could purchase some? What about other Shimanos? Will any of their brakes work?

QUAKEnSHAKE reply :

It comes with 4.

All you need is 1 so actually you have 3 spares

Outdoors reply :

On 2/13/2017 at 12:25 PM, Outdoors said:

I've looked around online for extra brakes, but I can't seem to find any (just in case I later break one). Does anyone know of a site where I could purchase some? What about other Shimanos? Will any of their brakes work?

:/ But I really wanna know where to get the SVS Infinity braking system parts for the 70.

ghost reply :

contact Shimano

Outdoors reply :

I may have to do that, but I fear being on the line for hours...

ksfishinguy reply :

On 2/13/2017 at 2:48 PM, Outdoors said:

I may have to do that, but I fear being on the line for hours...

Haha really? I've never waited more than a minute or two. Usually you're straight through. They'll be free to you as well, in case you feared that too ?

roadwarrior reply :

Shimano Customer Service is outstanding.

Darren. reply :

Welcome aboard!

Great reel by all reviews I've read. Got a

Chronarch 50e myself, love it.

I second the "contact Shimano" suggestion.

You could also go online and buy direct from

them.

I've shopped at Shimano for upgrades. No issues

and quick shipping:

https://fishshop.shimano.com/vip/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524441848643

fishballer06 reply :

Call Shimano directly. I'm curious why you think you need extra. I've ran almost all Shimano reels for 20 years and I've never had to replace a brake tab.

bigturtle reply :

Don't bother buying extra right now, save it for when you actually need it, if you ever do

Mumbly reply :

Shimano has always answered on the 2nd or 3rd ring when I have called them. Great service.

Outdoors reply :

On 2/13/2017 at 10:33 PM, Darren. said:

Welcome aboard!

Great reel by all reviews I've read. Got a

Chronarch 50e myself, love it.

I second the "contact Shimano" suggestion.

You could also go online and buy direct from

them.

I've shopped at Shimano for upgrades. No issues

and quick shipping:

https://fishshop.shimano.com/vip/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524441848643

Thanks for the link, but will the brake blocks from the 200 work on the 70? I believe the 200 are red, while mine are white.

Darren. reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 12:57 AM, Outdoors said:

Thanks for the link, but will the brake blocks from the 200 work on the 70? I believe the 200 are red, while mine are white.

That I can't answer. Those who have both reels

you mention will hopefully chime in.

And I didn't even check the pull-down menu for

your reel, I assumed it would be there, but I don't

see the CU70 anywhere in the list!

Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :

if you are talking about the 4 internal adjustment, I dont think you have to worry about damage or lost it while adjusting. This thing attach to the reel and wont come off like old shimano(I know I almost lost one on my curado 100d) and to break one I dont know how you gonna break the thing this thing dont need adjust ment every time to cast.

For side note, I think I read somewhere that on curado 70, 4 brake on and dial on 1, equal 2 brake on older shimano.

fishballer06 reply :

The different colors designate the weight of the brake itself. I believe the clear one's are the lightest one's. I have never got into swapping them around, as I have never found a reason to do so (as I mentioned before). I'm not at home to actually compare my two reels for you, but I'm 80% sure the brakes are completely different between the 200 and 70.

70 spool and brakes:

200 spool and brakes:

Outdoors reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 1:01 AM, JustJames said:

if you are talking about the 4 internal adjustment, I dont think you have to worry about damage or lost it while adjusting. This thing attach to the reel and wont come off like old shimano(I know I almost lost one on my curado 100d) and to break one I dont know how you gonna break the thing this thing dont need adjust ment every time to cast.

For side note, I think I read somewhere that on curado 70, 4 brake on and dial on 1, equal 2 brake on older shimano.

I just hope the 70 doesn't turn out to be the reel you can't find parts for. It seems like no online sites have parts for them. It's why I was wondering if there's an alternative way to go, such as brakes or a spool (with brakes, of course) that will fit the 70.

Darren. reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 1:11 AM, Outdoors said:

I just hope the 70 doesn't turn out to be the reel you can't find parts for. It seems like no online sites have parts for them. It's why I was wondering if there's an alternative way to go, such as brakes or a spool (with brakes, of course) that will fit the 70.

Since there's nothing on Shimano's site, this is when I'd

give Shimano a call....

The Bassman reply :

Shimano redesigned their SVS Infinity system recently. It's represented in the new Met MGL, Casitas, and 70 series.

Shimano's tech rep assures us that the new brakes won't wear out. That's why they don't furnish spares. On a side note the new design works best with all 4 tabs on and adjustments made externally with the dial. Hope this helps.

Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :

You are worried too much man just go out and have fun with your reel.

The Bassman reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 1:01 AM, JustJames said:

if you are talking about the 4 internal adjustment, I dont think you have to worry about damage or lost it while adjusting. This thing attach to the reel and wont come off like old shimano(I know I almost lost one on my curado 100d) and to break one I dont know how you gonna break the thing this thing dont need adjust ment every time to cast.

For side note, I think I read somewhere that on curado 70, 4 brake on and dial on 1, equal 2 brake on older shimano.

Sorry. I overlooked your post before I made mine. You fully understand the new system. Confidentially, I kind of miss the old VBS like your 100D.

bigfruits reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 1:00 AM, Darren. said:

And I didn't even check the pull-down menu for

your reel, I assumed it would be there, but I don't

see the CU70 anywhere in the list!

For the reels that arent in the Shimano store (and the MET MGL which will not open) you have to go to their main site, open the PDF diagram below (blue tabs on right side of page), write down the part numbers you need and call them. BTW, i do not see individual part numbers for the brake shoes.

1-877-577-0600

http://fish.shimano.com/content/sac-fish/en/home/products/fishing-reels/baitcast/curado-70.html

Darren. reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 8:08 AM, bigfruits said:

For the reels that arent in the Shimano store (and the MET MGL which will not open) you have to go to their main site, open the PDF diagram below, write down the part numbers you need and call them.

http://fish.shimano.com/content/sac-fish/en/home/products/fishing-reels/baitcast/curado-70.html

Good info.

offsidewing reply :

The Curado 200 and Curado 70 have two different braking systems.

The Bassman reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 9:07 AM, offsidewing said:

The Curado 200 and Curado 70 have two different braking systems.

The Curado 70 has a newly engineered SVS as mentioned. The basic concept is the same as the 200 I.

Outdoors reply :

Thanks for all the assistance, good people.

Does anyone have any spooling recommendations?

Should I tie (I'm using Powerpro braid) in a hole on the spool, or just tie it to the spool? I also would like to know if I should start it with mono line or not.

Thanks.

smr913 reply :

They don't always have parts available for the new reels right away. I've been looking for a new spool for my 2016 Stradic. I celled Shimano and they couldn't tell me when they would have parts available. I've always heard Tackle Trap is a good place to call for parts. I ended up finding spare spools on the Bay.

bigfruits reply :

On 2/14/2017 at 10:26 PM, smr913 said:

They don't always have parts available for the new reels right away. I've been looking for a new spool for my 2016 Stradic. I celled Shimano and they couldn't tell me when they would have parts available. I've always heard Tackle Trap is a good place to call for parts. I ended up finding spare spools on the Bay.

They have the parts for the new Stradic Ci4+. Im not sure why they told you they didnt, they usually have it as soon as it comes out. Go to the link below and click the blue tabs on the right side of the product specs for your reel. Find the part numbers you need and call 1-877-577-0600. The spool for the 2500 is RD17665 and they have them in stock. about $45.

http://fish.shimano.com/content/sac-fish/en/home/products/fishing-reels/spinning/stradic-ci4plus.html

Gary at the Tackle Trap is great. I ordered a MET MGL spool from him for the same price as Shimano is selling for. He included an O-ring that is needed that has to be ordered separately if from Shimano USA (50 cent part).

smr913 reply :

On 2/15/2017 at 5:34 AM, bigfruits said:

They have the parts for the new Stradic Ci4+. Im not sure why they told you they didnt, they usually have it as soon as it comes out. Go to the link below and click the blue tabs on the right side of the product specs for your reel. Find the part numbers you need and call 1-877-577-0600. The spool for the 2500 is RD17665 and they have them in stock. about $45.

http://fish.shimano.com/content/sac-fish/en/home/products/fishing-reels/spinning/stradic-ci4plus.html

Gary at the Tackle Trap is great. I ordered a MET MGL spool from him for the same price as Shimano is selling for. He included an O-ring that is needed that has to be ordered separately if from Shimano USA (50 cent part).

Really? This is the Shimano Parts Shop and the Stradic Ci4 1000HGFB isn't an option. The spool assembly for my model is part RD17775.

https://fishshop.shimano.com/vip/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524441848376

bigfruits reply :

unless they are out of 1000 size for some reason they should have it. The drop down doesnt work with the MGL or Stradic ci4+ on the parts shop. I know the 2500 spool is in stock. At least it was this morning.

For parts that are not ready for purchasing online go to the main site and look up the parts list there before you call.

Heres the 1000 (RD17775 is correct)

http://fish.shimano.com/media/fishing/shimano/sac/images/schematics/Spinning/Current/Stradic_Ci4_FB/16STCI41HGFB_v1_m56577569831026040.pdf

BTW that link you posted is the old version. the new one should be here but the drop down is not working yet.

https://fishshop.shimano.com/vip/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524441860538

smr913 reply :

It's been a month or two since I called and spoke to them. I couldn't find it online and they told me it takes some time for parts to come available on new models. They may have come out between now and then. I'll give them another call.

Outdoors reply :

Anyone have any good recommendations for a rod under 100$?

OnthePotomac reply :

Fry, with regard to your question on spooling braid, always use a backing before you install your braid and it will prevent braid slipping under pressure (and saves money). I just use old 10lb mono for my backing. I also use a backing for all of my lines to save money. Why put a football field length of line on a reel if you are usually going to be throwing 20-40 yds. I try to keep my line to about 1/8th of an inch from the spool edge if I can because as the line length reduces, so does the distance you can cast because of the change in spool RPM with less line on it.

JDNKC reply :

I just tried my new 70 out yesterday. What a great reel. I must say it was noticeably smaller than the 200i. I am impressed so far.

Outdoors reply :

On 2/20/2017 at 10:42 AM, JDNKC said:

I just tried my new 70 out yesterday. What a great reel. I must say it was noticeably smaller than the 200i. I am impressed so far.

What distance you getting?

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