GoCougs14 Posted October 21, 2015 Posted October 21, 2015 Was planning on getting the CI4+ but I found a good deal on the FJ for $130. I guess I wouldn't mind waiting for the ci4+ to go on sale but if this is a good deal I don't wanna pass it up. Thoughts? Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 Both are great reels. The simplest difference is in weight that stems from the materials used. If weight is an issue and money is also of concern consider getting a Stradic 1000FJ. I bought mine NIB for about $115 shipped. Quote
GoCougs14 Posted October 22, 2015 Author Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks for the reply. Do you think there would be any difference in durability? Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 I just ordered the FK yesterday. That is another option though the OP was listing the FJ and CI4+ as his choices. The new "FK" is the replacement for the FJ. Another fine option to consider... Quote
d-camarena Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 Theres something about that ci4+. I own 3 and love them. Quote
GoCougs14 Posted October 22, 2015 Author Posted October 22, 2015 Well see budget isn't a huge issue. 220 is certainly the highest, and even that makes me uncomfortable a little. What I'm trying to do is buy myself one real nice spinning set up now so I don't go through a whole process of small upgrades, which will in the end cost me more money. I'd be pairing it with a $150 rod. So I'd be jumping from a $80 combo to a $350 combo. But I'm shorebound and only plan on having 2 combos, so I figure I might as well make them nice ones Quote
OntarioFishingGuy Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 I have an FJ and it handles big fresh king salmon no problem. A friend of mine has the ci4. Honestly, get whichever is cheaper, IMO there isn't enough difference between the two to justify paying much extra. Quote
OntarioFishingGuy Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 I have an FJ and it handles big fresh king salmon no problem. A friend of mine has the ci4. Honestly, get whichever is cheaper, IMO there isn't enough difference between the two to justify paying much extra. Quote
OntarioFishingGuy Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 I have an FJ and it handles big fresh king salmon no problem. A friend of mine has the ci4. Honestly, get whichever is cheaper, IMO there isn't enough difference between the two to justify paying much extra. Quote
Super User tomustang Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 Had an FJ, still have a couple ci4+ because of the weight difference. Both feel just as smooth. Though for almost half the price I like the lews team pro carbon that weighs slightly more than the ci4 but you cant beat the price. Quote
d-camarena Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 Also, a symetre at a good price is killer. But yeah if its cheaper than id say a fj since they are very similar Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 The lighter weight of the Ci4+ does not come at the expense of any durability. It depends totally upon how important the weight difference is to you. Quote
illinifan4152 Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 My vote is for the ci4+. I have a 2500 size one and it's unbelievable. Quote
Super User Darren. Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 Something else to consider between the CI4+ vs FJ, FK, FI, etc., are the handle grips used. While i love the weight of the CI4+, I don't like the round grip. I do love Shimano's paddle grip on the 1000 series Stradics, though. Just a personal thing. May not bother you at all. In that case, buy whichever you can get the best price on. Quote
blckshirt98 Posted October 22, 2015 Posted October 22, 2015 While it might not matter which you buy in terms of your catch rate, there's something to be said about getting a reel that increases your confidence. I think the Ci4 looks nicer with the all black/red trim and paired with the right rod can give you a showcase combo that looks nice just sitting on the rod rack at home, but also once you hold in your hand ready to cast, can really give you a confidence boost. Quote
Super User S Hovanec Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 The biggest downside to a CI4 IMO is its weight. Because it is so light, it can and will make almost every rod feel tip heavy. I have had my CI4 2500 on 2 rods in the 3oz range, and they both felt tip heavy. The St Croix SCV weighs 3.15oz and the NFC IM is 2.85oz. Quote
GoCougs14 Posted October 22, 2015 Author Posted October 22, 2015 To be honest I like the look of a FK better, and think it would look better with the rod, which is gonna be a fenwick elite bass tech 1 Quote
Super User S Hovanec Posted October 22, 2015 Super User Posted October 22, 2015 To be honest I like the look of a FK better, and think it would look better with the rod, which is gonna be a fenwick elite bass tech Look at the Japanese sites. The JDM FK can be had for <$155 shipped. 1 Quote
So. Cal. Lunker Hunter Posted October 23, 2015 Posted October 23, 2015 Been bass fishing 25+ years Tried literally every reel under 350$ The CI4+ is the best operating spinning reel I have ever used Go with the CI4+ you won't be dissapointed Quote
Super User S Hovanec Posted October 23, 2015 Super User Posted October 23, 2015 What's different About JDM? More models. There are more gear and spool options on the Japanese models. Quote
John G Posted October 23, 2015 Posted October 23, 2015 Look at the Japanese sites. The JDM FK can be had for <$155 shipped. You beat me to it and I am surprised that no one mentioned JDM before you did. To the original poster, check out Japan Lure Shop. The Rareneium is the JDM equivalent to the USDM Stradic. Quote
GoCougs14 Posted October 24, 2015 Author Posted October 24, 2015 Okay I found it. I'm seeing a Stradic and also the rareneium, do they just also sell the USDM version? Quote
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