Super User NHBull Posted December 28, 2016 Super User Posted December 28, 2016 Gents, I am getting ready to pull the trigger on 3 casting reels. I have tried the ci4 and loved it, but am wondering what would Daiwa's equivalent be, and any feedback on both would be appreciated. Apologies for a rookie question, Al Quote
Fishin' Fool Posted December 28, 2016 Posted December 28, 2016 The Ballistic appears to be the Daiwa comparable reel in price. I have nothing more to offer than that. I personally have 4 Stradic reels. 2 Quote
RichF Posted December 28, 2016 Posted December 28, 2016 The Tackletour guys did a side by side comparison of the Chronarch CI4 and Zillion TWS. I think they gave the edge to the Chronarch but both were pretty similar in performance. I own both reels (high gear ratios so I don't use them for cranking) and love them both. I just ordered a 6.3:1 Zillion from TW at the insane price of $121.50 (combo of 10% off gift card and current sale price of $135). Should've got another but they sold out. If you're looking for a reel for deep cranks, I believe TW still has Zillion 5.5:1's. 1 Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted December 28, 2016 Super User Posted December 28, 2016 I would say the Zillion SV TW is the closest thing in size and function to the CI4. The Zillion TW is a decent amount larger than the Chronarch. I would give the performance edge to the Zillion SV. I find the braking superior and the spool to be very user friendly. 1 Quote
Super User NHBull Posted December 28, 2016 Author Super User Posted December 28, 2016 Thanks gents, trigger pulled on the CI4,,,hard to ignore 40% discount 1 Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted December 28, 2016 Super User Posted December 28, 2016 You'll enjoy the ci4. It's a very comfortable reel to palm, and the spool still has the capacity to allow it to be a great all around reel. You can bomb heavy topwaters, and you can throw 1/4oz baits with ease as well. It's a really sweet spot of a size. The new braking system is also a nice touch. I usually set mine half on, half off internally, and then I can just fine adjust with the external dial throughout the day as conditions/baits change. 1 Quote
lonnie g Posted December 30, 2016 Posted December 30, 2016 On 12/27/2016 at 8:34 PM, Fishin' Fool said: The Ballistic appears to be the Daiwa comparable reel in price. I have nothing more to offer than that. I personally have 4 Stradic reels. what model stradic reels looking to add reel for myself. appreciate you guys info. still learning Quote
Fishin' Fool Posted December 31, 2016 Posted December 31, 2016 8 hours ago, lonnie g said: what model stradic reels looking to add reel for myself. appreciate you guys info. still learning You want either the CI4 or the FK. I like the 2500 size reels. Tight lines. Quote
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