1000 Size Reels For Bass

[heyitzpetah]

Anyone here happen to use a 1000 size reel or smaller can give me some input? I am currently in the market for a spinning reel to go with a ML action rod and I want my combo to be as light as possible. Honestly, I kinda just want some reassurance that a size 1000 reel can get the job done almost as good as a size 2000-2500 reel. I was hoping to use 6-8 lb braid and 6 lb fluro leader or even 8 lb if necessary. Would my setup be able to handle decent size bass 1-2 lbs and the rare 4+ lbers? Without dragging out too long of a fight? Thanks for any input.

[GaterB]

A 1000 size reel will do just fine. The most noticeable differences for me between larger reels and the 1000 size are the strength of the drag and line capacity. With that size line, I feel it's more about how smooth the drag performs rather than the strength. Furthermore, with such small diameter line, you shouldn't have any problem fitting plenty of line on for finnesse techniques. Hope this helps!

[heyitzpetah]

A 1000 size reel will do just fine. The most noticeable differences for me between larger reels and the 1000 size are the strength of the drag and line capacity. With that size line, I feel it's more about how smooth the drag performs rather than the strength. Furthermore, with such small diameter line, you shouldn't have any problem fitting plenty of line on for finnesse techniques. Hope this helps!

Thank you for your input!  Yeah, I am planning on going really finesse 1/8 oz and under. 

[bigbill]

It will work fine. I been swapping my reels to my new rods and noticed I had what I thought was a 2000 reel turned out to be a 1000 reel. Perfect for a light small bait rod.

For line I was thinking about Excalibur silver thread copolymer 6lb test. I seen some 5lb test somewhere maybe another brand.

[Bluebasser86]

I use a 1000 size reel pretty regularly. In fact a buddy of mine used 1000 size Stradics to fish for channel cats and wipers. I was in the boat with him when he landed 4 channels over 20 pounds in a single day and a DD wiper on another trip on those little reels. There isn't a bass alive that pulls like a 20lb catfish. 

 

OP, if you're in the market, I actually have a 1000 size Shimano Symetre I never use if you're interested. 

[iabass8]

I use 1000 size Stradics for bass all the time. It's actually the only size spinning reel I use. I have hauled in 25 pound carp on a medium light spinning rod and 25 feet of water in the fall walleye fishing with them… You'll be perfectly fine

[Darren.]

Another vote in favor of Stradic 1000 reels!

 

I haven't found a fish I can't pull in (yet) with

my 1000 size reels. If you need *more* drag, 

use the palm of your hand on the spool to 

add drag.

 

Perfectly suited for bass fishing. IMHO, anything

more is overkill, but that's up to the person's

comfort level. Some like bigger reels, some don't.

 

I'm all about smaller reels - casting reels are 50e

Chronarchs for me.

[faygo1979]

I use a 15 side all the time for light plastics as well as a light crank bait rod.  I pulled in a 36 in pike last week with out troubles.  The drag is not as strong but the reel will hold up. 

[RB 77]

I have, but prefer the 2500 size for more line capacity. When you start getting to cutting and retying all day it's nice to have the extra line left when drop shotting 50+ foot of water.

[WIGuide]

As everyone already stated, a 1000 size reel will do just fine.

[benzmech]

I use a 1000 stradic on a med lt nanoace rod for my Ned rigs. I fish it with 8lb j braid and a 6 or 8lb leader. This setup it perfect and I have pulled in fish a little over 3 lbs with it. 1000 stradic will definitely get the job done!

[blckshirt98]

I use both 1000 and 2500 size reels for bass, depending on the rod.  I'll use the 1000 size on UL or shorter rods (6'8" dropshot rod and shorter), since it balances better than a 2500 reel.  I have the 1000 size reels spooled with 8 or 10 lb braid, and will use a 6-8lb fluoro leader as needed.

[ogbfishing]

If you're going real finesse line capacity is something you might want to consider. I use 1000 Shimanos pretty regularly but I have a strong preference to my 2500s. Of course if you're not fishing a large body of water line capacity doesn't matter, but I don't see the harm in using a 2500 instead, regardless of whether or not a 1000 will do the job.

[PourMyOwn]

These guys are all correct-you'll be fine. Just make sure to get a really nice reel if you're going that small. I have caught a few 3-4 pound smallies while fishing for yellow perch with 4lb test line-thankfully the drag held. Really make sure that your knots are regularly retied and you check for nicks in your line. I regularly fish 6lb fluoro on my dropshot rod and have never had a line related issue. 

[Robert Riley]

Yep! Both of my spinning set ups, finesse and dropshot, are 1000 size reels. 

[heyitzpetah]

Thank you for all input guys. Your comments really made me feel more confident. I am planning on getting a stradic ci4 1000 FA actually. Haven't really decided on a rod yet.

[Darren.]

Thank you for all input guys. Your comments really made me feel more confident. I am planning on getting a stradic ci4 1000 FA actually. Haven't really decided on a rod yet.

 

FWIW, I use my 1000 reels on Medium power rods.

 

Caught plenty of 6 pound bass on them. All spooled

with 10 lb Power Pro - but I bought a 1500 yard spool

of Power Pro Super Slick 8 in 15lb test, so when the

10 is gone, I'm switching to 15.

 

M rods are great for the 1000s. Unless you're looking to

go light, then (personally) I'd go to a ML, but not much

lighter. That's just me.

[heyitzpetah]

FWIW, I use my 1000 reels on Medium power rods.

 

Caught plenty of 6 pound bass on them. All spooled

with 10 lb Power Pro - but I bought a 1500 yard spool

of Power Pro Super Slick 8 in 15lb test, so when the

10 is gone, I'm switching to 15.

 

M rods are great for the 1000s. Unless you're looking to

go light, then (personally) I'd go to a ML, but not much

lighter. That's just me.

Thanks for the tip Darren. Yeah I was planning on going with a ML. I figured a M wouldn't balance as well on such a light reel? With 15 lb braid wouldn't you be down to around 80-90 yards of line. Is that more than enough line for your applications? Sadly, I've never gone below 140 yards of any lb test before.

[Darren.]

Thanks for the tip Darren. Yeah I was planning on going with a ML. I figured a M wouldn't balance as well on such a light reel? With 15 lb braid wouldn't you be down to around 80-90 yards of line. Is that more than enough line for your applications? Sadly, I've never gone below 140 yards of any lb test before.

 

Mine are mounted on Bass Pro Carbonlite rods 

and balance perfectly (which for me is tip-light).

 

And given that 10lb PP is equal to 2lb mono in

diameter, you get plenty of braid for the tasks

at hand.

 

15lb is more like 4lb mono, so plenty there, too.

 

I never had an issue with 10lb breaking. It is plenty

strong. Plus, I always tie on a leader anywhere from

4lbs to 15lbs.

[WRB]

I have been using Stradic 1000 series reels since 2000 when I bought 2 reels at a charity auction for my son.

His biggest bass to date is 13.2 lbs on that reel with 6 lb FC Sniper line on a slip shot rig. Excellent drag system, about 30 less yards of line tha a 2000 series reel; 110 yards of 6 lb vs 140 yards of 6 lb, the weight is about 30% lighter compared to most reels. The spool is slightly smaller in diameter on a 1000 vs 2000 series reel, creates a little more line twist. The Ci4 2500 is a better all around bass reel, very light weight 6.8 oz vs 5.8 oz for the 1000 and I suggest considering it, it feels small for that size reel and that is what I would buy today.

Tom

[ChrisD46]

A 1000 size reel will do just fine. The most noticeable differences for me between larger reels and the 1000 size are the strength of the drag and line capacity. With that size line, I feel it's more about how smooth the drag performs rather than the strength. Furthermore, with such small diameter line, you shouldn't have any problem fitting plenty of line on for finnesse techniques. Hope this helps!

^^This^^ ...Look for Pflueger spinning reels under a 2500 series size and you would be set !!

[dam0007]

I have, but prefer the 2500 size for more line capacity. When you start getting to cutting and retying all day it's nice to have the extra line left when drop shotting 50+ foot of water.

+1

[Deleted account]

The 1000 size reel will be fine for braid or mono up to 8 lb test. Its not about wether it can handle big fish, it can.  I've landed 20-30 lb stripers with one. Its about the spool diameter as it relates to the line diameter. I like to cast jerkbaits on 10 to 12 lb mono, and a tiny spool won't like that.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

All the reel needs to do is store and retrieve line. The rod will fight the fish. A 1000 size should be more than adequate. 

[WRB]

All the reel needs to do is store and retrieve line. The rod will fight the fish. A 1000 size should be more than adequate.

The drag is essential component of a good spinning reel using light line for bass fishing. After the rod loads up the drag better work smoothly or good bye bass.

Tom