Shimano Stradic FK: 1000 or 2500?

[offsidewing]

Hello all,

I'm looking to replace a decades old Shimano Spirex.  I'd like to pick up a Stradic FK to use for drop-shot, Tube jigs, and 4/5 inch Senkos.  In the past I've used either 2500 sized Shimanos or 30 sized Pluegers.  I like the idea of a 1000 sized reel for those applications using 6lb line.  Does the 1000 size stradic have enough muscle for bass fishing or should I go with a 2500?  Thanks!

[Fishin' Fool]

2500 would be more versatile in my opinion. I have 4 that size and do all that you mentioned.

[iabass8]

I use 1000 size spinning reels on all my spinning rods. It works fine. 

[KDW96]

I think if your using braid, 1000 size would do fine. But if using flouro or mono line id use a 2500 size. But thats just me

[Goose52]

In Pflueger-speak, I do use "30" size as my standard all-around size..,but for the applications you mentioned and 6lb test (or 15 - 20 lb braid), I use "25" sizes.  I'm considering a Stradic FK myself, if I decide to get one, it will be the 1000 size.

I have always had a "25" size Pflueger on my grub rod - it works, reels in fish:

[bigfruits]

what rod are you pairing it with? 

take a look at the Ci4+ version. the weight alone of that reel brought many of my spinning rods back to life.

if you decide to go with a 1000 size, check out the JDM Rarenium 2000 HGS Ci4+. 1000 size with a very shallow 2000 size spool.

https://japanlureshop.com/shimano-rarenium-1000s-6771.html

[A-Jay]

Just now, Goose52 said:

In Pflueger-speak, I do use "30" size as my standard all-around size..,but for the applications you mentioned and 6lb test (or 15 - 20 lb braid), I use "25" sizes.  I'm considering a Stradic FK myself, if I decide to get one, it will be the 1000 size.

I have always had a "25" size Pflueger on my grub rod - it works, reels in fish:

X2 ~

and as for "Pflueger-speak" ~ I like it.  So since I'm fairly well versed in Shimano, St Croix, Fenwick, Quantum & Kistler Speak. . . . . . . Does that make me bilingual ?

btw ~ Goose, someone needs a bigger board.        Nice Slounch !

A-Jay

 

[roadwarrior]

1000 is fine.

 

[tbone1993]

2500 with a braid leader or like 50/50 braid and 6lb line. I have a 1500 size lexa that I use and I sometimes wish I had a bigger reel, especially for skipping senkos or deep drop shot.

[OkobojiEagle]

Compare the size of the drag disks.  1000 sized spinning reels used to have smaller disks than 2000 sized reels.  In my opinion... bigger is better.

 

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[mprestonSEK]

2500 or even a 3000. Both are identical in size. You'll have better casting with a bigger spool if you're using mono or fluoro. 

[kickerfish1]

Here are my thoughts between a 2500 and 1000 series Shimano spinning reel.

1000 Size - More suited to line between 4-8 #. I run 6# Tatsu on both of mine. They are also lighter in weight so if you are trying to balance them on a lighter or shorter rod they may balance better. I tend to use mine for drop shots, light shakey heads, flickshakes, small jerkbaits, and other application from 1/4 oz down.

2500 Size - More geared to all around use and line between 6-12 #. I use 8# on mine either Tatsu or Sniper. The larger spool will allow for more line capacity and larger # line. I you fish senkos, tubes, dropshots, and other "general" finesse apps I would slightly favor the 2500 size. You also have a slightly more powerful drag in the 2500 series size as well.

For what you describe I would lean towards the 2500 size but either would get the job done.

[GoCougs14]

I have a rarenium 1000s and I really like it. Although I did almost lose a jerkbait yesterday and when I spooled it haha.

[Team9nine]

Another vote for sticking with the 2500. Yeah, the little 1000s are cute, but.... 

-T9

[EvanT123]

No doubt the 1000 size is powerful enough. However in the previous stradic fj line the 1000 had a graphite body. I'd look into it and see if this is the case with the fk as well. For that kind of money I want metal or some space age carbon stuff. 

[kickerfish1]

14 minutes ago, EvanT123 said:

No doubt the 1000 size is powerful enough. However in the previous stradic fj line the 1000 had a graphite body. I'd look into it and see if this is the case with the fk as well. For that kind of money I want metal or some space age carbon stuff. 

Not 100% true... the side plate and rotor are graphite but not the entire body.

[EvanT123]

9 minutes ago, kickerfish1 said:

Not 100% true... the side plate and rotor are graphite but not the entire body.

 

from the bass pro website....

[Darren.]

I have 3 1000 size Stradics (two FI and one FJ), 
and now a 2500 FJ. I *love* the 1000 size, and 
were it not the fact the deal I got for the 2500
was ONLY for the 2500, I'd have bought another
1000.

You are perfectly fine using a 1000 for bass fishing.
I can't think of a freshwater fish they can't handle...
'cept maybe a sturgeon, LOL.

No really. And I second the recommendation of 
braid. I use it on all my reels. Most have 10lb PP,
and my FJs each have 15lb PPSS8, and I use
a leader on all.

[smallie.mike]

47 minutes ago, kickerfish1 said:

Not 100% true... the side plate and rotor are graphite but not the entire body.

The 1000 size fj was all graphite. Not sure about the new fk

1 hour ago, EvanT123 said:

No doubt the 1000 size is powerful enough. However in the previous stradic fj line the 1000 had a graphite body. I'd look into it and see if this is the case with the fk as well. For that kind of money I want metal or some space age carbon stuff. 

Good luck trying to figure out if the new fk 1000 is graphite or not like the fj was. 

 

 

I'd stick with the 2500. There are really no advantages with the 1000 size. The 2500 fk is pretty light and balances well on most spinning rods. The 2500 has a higher line retrieval rate and a larger spool diameter, which is a plus when using fluorocarbon or mono. 

[kickerfish1]

Interesting about how the changed the body composition for the 1000 size vs the 2500 size. Here is a link to at TT review. The info is under the construction/quality portion.

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewshimanostradicfjpg3.html

[smallie.mike]

27 minutes ago, kickerfish1 said:

Interesting about how the changed the body composition for the 1000 size vs the 2500 size. Here is a link to at TT review. The info is under the construction/quality portion.

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewshimanostradicfjpg3.html

The 1000 size sustain also has a graphite frame vs aluminum on the bigger sizes. 

[Mumbly]

My preference is for the 2500 size as well. As others have said it would be more versatile.

If you decide to lean towards the 1000fk just make sure the 7lbs max drag will suit your needs. The 2500 has a 20lbs max drag in comparison.

[Darren.]

17 hours ago, Mumbly said:

My preference is for the 2500 size as well. As others have said it would be more versatile.

If you decide to lean towards the 1000fk just make sure the 7lbs max drag will suit your needs. The 2500 has a 20lbs max drag in comparison.

With regard to the drag, you are correct to encourage
consideration there.

What I do with my 1000's is simply use the palm of
my hand to slow/stop the spool from screaming drag
if I'm working a fish.

I have never locked down my drag on the 1000's, and
have caught countless bass 5-6+ pounds on them in
stump fields, laydowns, etc. It can be done, you just 
need to learn your gear, trust your gear, and don't 
panic when you land a giant.

[fisherrw]

25oo no brainier I hardly ever use my 1000

[backcast88]

I agree with most of the others.  Go with the 2500.  It's far more versatile than the 1000.  The 1000 would be a good trout reel but would be far from my first choice for a bass reel.