Stradic $? 2024
firefightn15 reply :
Cruising around for stradics and found a site selling the 2500FI for $120. Last years model, this years, don't know. Either way, this is a good price, right?
KevO reply :
FI is the new model. I bought mine off ebay for that much last january. Thats a good price.
auburn bass man reply :
I just paid full price for one and have no regrets. For 40 bucks cheaper I would get two ;D. Cant go wrong with the Stradic. And as was already said the FI is the new model.
tennwalkinghorse reply :
That's a good price just hope you get a good one. Mine had bail issues right out of the box sent it back to Shimano at the cost of $10.00. They have had it for 7 weeks now still have not received it back. called and am getting a run around . Not very happy with Shimano at this point and time. Check other blogs there seem to be issues with this reel, I wish I did. JMHO Good Luck
firefightn15 reply :
I keep looking over my shoulder thinking it's someone playing a joke. I wonder why such a spread. $120-$180. If they are selling at $120, there's still money to be made. Anyone getting $180 has got to making a killing.
burleytog reply :
That seller isn't making much on those reels.
MitchIsFishin reply :
I've been saving for a 2500 size reel, but I keep reading posts, here & elsewhere of people having problems with the new stradic. Don't care what ICAST says, think I'll look elsewhere.
Bassoholics Anonymous reply :
QuoteThat's a good price just hope you get a good one. Mine had bail issues right out of the box sent it back to Shimano at the cost of $10.00. They have had it for 7 weeks now still have not received it back. called and am getting a run around . Not very happy with Shimano at this point and time. Check other blogs there seem to be issues with this reel, I wish I did. JMHO Good Luck
I sent my Stradic in last month and was replaced rather quickly. Of course, the replacement was kind of dinged up in a few spots and missing small bits of paint. I'm not exactly too pleased, since the reel I sent in was pristine. >
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteThat's a good price just hope you get a good one. Mine had bail issues right out of the box sent it back to Shimano at the cost of $10.00. They have had it for 7 weeks now still have not received it back. called and am getting a run around . Not very happy with Shimano at this point and time. Check other blogs there seem to be issues with this reel, I wish I did. JMHO Good Luck
Post this problem in the Shimano section, I'm sure it can be resolved.
fishfordollars reply :
I sold one on this site Monday for 115.00 inc. shipping. I see why it sold so quick now.
jignfule reply :
QuoteI've been saving for a 2500 size reel, but I keep reading posts, here & elsewhere of people having problems with the new stradic. Don't care what ICAST says, think I'll look elsewhere.
I have two older stradic that have been just fine. I too have heard of too many problem with the new FI. So when I was in the market for a new reel I went with the "Sustain". I think the old stradics were a better value.
roadwarrior reply :
Odd isn't it? I'm on this Forum all day, every day during the week,
sometimes at night and occasionally on weekends. I visit two other
fishing forums from time to time. Yet, today on this thread, is the first
time I have ever heard of "widespread" problems with the Stradic.
Something smells a little fishy to me.
Where did you guys hear this story?
>
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteI sent my Stradic in last month and was replaced rather quickly. Of course, the replacement was kind of dinged up in a few spots and missing small bits of paint. I'm not exactly too pleased, since the reel I sent in was pristine. >
Contact Bantam1 in our Shimano section. I am 100% sure he will
resolve this for you. Your next replacement will be perfect in every
way.
J Francho reply :
Most of the complaints I've seen and heard come from guys that use them in salt. Go figure? I have an FG 1000 that runs like brand new.
MitchIsFishin reply :
I read about stradic complaints from here and TT, as well as some other smaller bass forums.
RW, why so defensive? I would think shimano could spit out some bad product just as easily as daiwa or pflueger. It, to me, is a nature of the game. Possibly more people become vocal when a reel like a stradic
doesn't meet their expectations or is proven to be defective. Stuff happens. No company has a QA that is 100% effective.
roadwarrior reply :
You made it sound like a common occurrence, not an isolated incident.
I don't recall ever hearing a complaint about the new FI, here or
anywhere else. However, with our new friend, Bantam1, on site, I
think you can be sure, any issue will be addressed and solved.
MitchIsFishin reply :
Hey, for all I know, it may be a common occurrence, I don't know.
"I don't recall ever hearing a complaint about the new FI, here or
anywhere else. "
Read more.
BTW, you on the shimano payroll?
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteBTW, you on the shimano payroll?
No, but we have a "Shimano Posse" and some call me the Sheriff.
http://unattributed.net/html/whiskey.html
8-)
MitchIsFishin reply :
"No, but we have a "Shimano Posse" and some call me the Sheriff."
Ok. Turn in the badge & go pick up a shimano Q&A manual. ;D
Bassoholics Anonymous reply :
QuoteQuoteI sent my Stradic in last month and was replaced rather quickly. Of course, the replacement was kind of dinged up in a few spots and missing small bits of paint. I'm not exactly too pleased, since the reel I sent in was pristine. >Contact Bantam1 in our Shimano section. I am 100% sure he will
resolve this for you. Your next replacement will be perfect in every
way.
It isn't too bad, but it would have been nice if there weren't small bits of paint missing. I'd settle for a bottle of touch up paint.
burleytog reply :
QuoteQuoteThat's a good price just hope you get a good one. Mine had bail issues right out of the box sent it back to Shimano at the cost of $10.00. They have had it for 7 weeks now still have not received it back. called and am getting a run around . Not very happy with Shimano at this point and time. Check other blogs there seem to be issues with this reel, I wish I did. JMHO Good LuckI sent my Stradic in last month and was replaced rather quickly. Of course, the replacement was kind of dinged up in a few spots and missing small bits of paint. I'm not exactly too pleased, since the reel I sent in was pristine. >
Shimano doesn't replace, they repair.
Bassoholics Anonymous reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteThat's a good price just hope you get a good one. Mine had bail issues right out of the box sent it back to Shimano at the cost of $10.00. They have had it for 7 weeks now still have not received it back. called and am getting a run around . Not very happy with Shimano at this point and time. Check other blogs there seem to be issues with this reel, I wish I did. JMHO Good LuckI sent my Stradic in last month and was replaced rather quickly. Of course, the replacement was kind of dinged up in a few spots and missing small bits of paint. I'm not exactly too pleased, since the reel I sent in was pristine. >
Shimano doesn't replace, they repair.
The guy on the phone said specifically that they would be replacing it instead of repairing it, because the parts needed would not be available until March. Also, the note in the box with the reel says "Replaced reel under warranty at no charge".
Anyway, it probably got a little banged up in shipping. Besides where the tiny bits of paint came off, it looks fine. Feels smoother, so I guess that's all that really matters. 
Back on the IMX it goes. ;D
Micro reply :
QuoteOdd isn't it? I'm on this Forum all day, every day during the week,sometimes at night and occasionally on weekends. I visit two other
fishing forums from time to time. Yet, today on this thread, is the first
time I have ever heard of "widespread" problems with the Stradic.
Something smells a little fishy to me.
Where did you guys hear this story?
>
You are kidding, right? Complaints about the Stradic's bail and gears have to be among the most common complaints I've seen, regardless of brand.
roadwarrior reply :
No.
I have never heard or read a thing about a problem with the bail.
LAO162 reply :
I've been a huge fan of Shimano since I started using their reel's in the eighties. I still have a Stradic 1000 with the fast cast - fun little reel.
While I can't point out the specific sources or problems, between BR, TT, consumer product reviews and a few googles, I've seen enough problems reported to believe that the new FI is not YET as bulletproof as the old FH.
I am still very intrigued by the FI and would like to try one. However, I was turned off by the new pricing point. There are several attractive alternatives that are 20% to 35% less expensive. $120 would have been attractive to me, but this year I had Cabela's gift certificates to use.
I believe that Shimano offers world class products and has the possibly the best customer service I have ever experienced(for any type of product). However, I haven't been "blown away" by the performance of my Shimano purchases in the last couple years. Perhaps my expectations were too high :-? I almost feel guilty :-/ but recently I've found alternatives that better meet MY needs at price points that meet MY budget restraints (constraints).
I've still got a bunch Shimano products on my wish list
bilgerat reply :
Quote[ I almost feel guilty but recently I've found alternatives that better meet MY needs at price points that meet MY budget restraints/quote]
Nothing to feel "guilty" about. That's just a smart way to purchase things.Period.
MickD reply :
Regarding Shimano quality, I have never had a Shimano reel or bicycle part that was anything but fine quality. I find it hard to imagine that with all my experience with Shimano that I missed all the problems. Going after RW for his just stating that Shimano will stand behind their product just doesn't make sense, and sounds a little (lot?)disingenuous.
My experience with almost everyone I've done business with has been that if you conduct yourself politely, almost everything can be resolved satifactorily.
burleytog reply :
I'm the biggest d**n Shimano homer there is on this forum (just look at my truck) and I've heard enough bad things about the FI to ensure that I won't buy one. Kind of wish I would have kept the FH that I sold last fall. :'(
Fishing Doug reply :
I bought 2 this year-the 2500 had bail issues and the 1000 sounded and felt like a meat grinder. Could both issues be resolved, yes. Should I have issues with 2 out of 2 new products, no.
FD
Bassn Blvd reply :
QuoteMost of the complaints I've seen and heard come from guys that use them in salt. Go figure? I have an FG 1000 that runs like brand new.
BINGO!!! My brothers started acting up after somewhat heavy use in saltwater.
I have two of them that are at least 3 yrs old and have ZERO problems. I use the bigger one in salt for snook but I rinse it well when done.
J Francho reply :
Did you order them online? I've never walked out of a store with a reel I didn't test out in the store.QuoteI bought 2 this year-the 2500 had bail issues and the 1000 sounded and felt like a meat grinder.
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteDid you order them online? I've never walked out of a store with a reel I didn't test out in the store.QuoteI bought 2 this year-the 2500 had bail issues and the 1000 sounded and felt like a meat grinder.
Kinda simple, huh?
8-)
Fishing Doug reply :
QuoteQuoteDid you order them online? I've never walked out of a store with a reel I didn't test out in the store.QuoteI bought 2 this year-the 2500 had bail issues and the 1000 sounded and felt like a meat grinder.Kinda simple, huh?
8-)
Bought them online.
Matt 825 reply :
I have 2 Stradic FI's. I used one of them pretty hard last year and it still works as good as new. I think the FG was the best series but I am liking the FI so far.
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