need to purchase a spinning reel $150-200

[dsqui]

So I looked through the best reel thread and everything basically is bait casters so here we go...I'm looking to purchase a spinning reel to pair with a dobyns 742 champ extreme I just purchased Ild like to stay under the $200 mark. I've ran lews on my other spinning setups but would like to find something lighter this is going to be a shakey head / drop shot rod...I am really leaning towards a pflueger supreme xt at 149.99 are there any other reels out there I should check out before ultimately deciding on one. Also pflueger guys the supreme comes in a 25 and 30 series is this the stAndard sizing like most spinners are rated. The 25 ipt is like 24 and the 30 is 32 ipt quite a jump leading me to believe the 25 is much smaller. I really don't like a big spinning real at all. All my other reels are 2000 class size thanks in advance guys fishcamp I can read your mind already lol but I know u can chime in on the actual sizes 

[fishnkamp]

Look at the Daiwa Procyon spinning reel for around $159.  I would look at a 2500 or 3000.

[Darren.]

1 hour ago, dsqui said:

So I looked through the best reel thread and everything basically is bait casters so here we go...I'm looking to purchase a spinning reel to pair with a dobyns 742 champ extreme I just purchased Ild like to stay under the $200 mark. I've ran lews on my other spinning setups but would like to find something lighter this is going to be a shakey head / drop shot rod...I am really leaning towards a pflueger supreme xt at 149.99 are there any other reels out there I should check out before ultimately deciding on one. Also pflueger guys the supreme comes in a 25 and 30 series is this the stAndard sizing like most spinners are rated. The 25 ipt is like 24 and the 30 is 32 ipt quite a jump leading me to believe the 25 is much smaller. I really don't like a big spinning real at all. All my other reels are 2000 class size thanks in advance guys fishcamp I can read your mind already lol but I know u can chime in on the actual sizes 

 

As a Shimano fan, I'd be biting at the bit to get another

Stradic FK model. I prefer 1000 size, but a 2500 or 3000

is solid, too.

 

FWIW, the 1000 Stradic has 31 IPT...

 

For Daiwa, I'd shoot for a Ballistic EX.

 

Obviously Pflueger is a good choice, too.

 

Can't go wrong with any, I suppose  And I'm shooting

at the top end of your range, eh. Ah well, it's what I'd do

with $200 to spend on a spinning reel...

[PatrickKnight]

In the 200 dollar range nothing touches the Stradic FK imo. 2500 and 3000 are the same frame just the 3000 has a slightly deeper spool. A 2500 Daiwa is the same as a 3000 Shimano and a 3000 Daiwa is the same as a 4000 Shimano so compare line capacity not model numbers.

[EllisJuan]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NIB-2016-SHIMANO-STRADIC-CI4-2500FB-2500-FB-FREE-***-DAYS-DELIVERY-5-0-1-Gear-R-/361677805320?hash=item5435ad5708:g:5WgAAOSwhOdXpTd-

[GLK]

Thumbs up on the Stradic FK

[dsqui]

Checking out a stardic fk and ci4 tomorrow guys thanks 

[PatrickKnight]

One thing to keep in mind with Shimano is if you buy off ebay they will not warranty the product. You may save a few bucks but I would rather buy local and keep my warranty.

[dsqui]

Ya I'm the same way Ild rather spend a little more and support my lLocal shops

[Hulkster]

stradic FK 3000

[FrankN209]

Pflueger Patriarch

[mwh33]

Stradic FK or Stradic CI4+

[jbw252]

Shimano Stradic CI4+ Spinning Reel.

[Fishinthefish]

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-Stradic-2500HG-FK-Spinning-Reel-Stradic-FK-/262489666292?hash=item3d1d9a72f4%3Ag%3AqTgAAOSwjXRXZfhk&_trkparms=pageci%3A8ba1bb3e-f511-11e6-9ef7-74dbd18019b8%7Cparentrq%3A4c2c08e615a0a606257803f8fff4d815%7Ciid%3A2

[bigfruits]

ive had many aluminum stradics but after fishing with ci4s and then the ci4+ i cant go back to aluminum on anything but a Heavy powered rod.  i like Ci4+2500 for most applications. the JDM 2000 size for short/light rods.

 

you cant go wrong with either the FK or Ci4+ as far as performance IMO

[Darren.]

33 minutes ago, bigfruits said:

ive had many aluminum stradics but after fishing with ci4s and then the ci4+ i cant go back to aluminum on anything but a Heavy powered rod.  i like Ci4+2500 for most applications. the JDM 2000 size for short/light rods.

 

you cant go wrong with either the FK or Ci4+ as far as performance IMO

 

I'm glad I haven't bought a CI4+ then, LOL.

My wife would be putting me out to pasture...

 

My FI, FJ, and FK Stradic 1000s will have to do

for now. Fortunatley I'm super happy with 'em!

[WI_Angler1989]

Another vote for the Shimano Stradic FK. I've got the 2500 series and it's a game changer for me. I was always a Pfleuger guy, and I still do like what I have, but Shimano won me over in a heartbeat. It just feels right. Not to mention the multitude of technologies that work to male them as durable and long lasting as possible.

[Fishin' Fool]

Stradic FK 2500. I have 4 FJ & FH's myself.

[Robert Riley]

Check a DSG or F&S, they launched a clearance sale, my store has a Stradic for $100. Other than that, I've got a Team Lew's that is pretty dope.

[fvogel67]

Find one of these on e-bay

[bigfruits]

16 hours ago, Darren. said:

 

I'm glad I haven't bought a CI4+ then, LOL.

My wife would be putting me out to pasture...

 

My FI, FJ, and FK Stradic 1000s will have to do

for now. Fortunatley I'm super happy with 'em!

 

ive own a FI, have had a FJ and know that the FK is only better. great reel for the money.

 

i think the lighter weight of ci4 reels could actually make some rods tip heavy depending on how you hold the rod. 

 

i noticed in your posts that you like the smaller 1000 reels. i think either you use shorter and/or lighter rods or you hold the rod like i do with fingers north of the reel seat. if you do, the ci4+ will be dangerous. it brought several of my spinning rods off of the bench.

[onenutinthewater]

Stradic ci4 is weight is an issue if not Stradic FI, Fj or Fk- all are great reels!

[Airman4754]

On 2/16/2017 at 5:15 PM, FrankN209 said:

Pflueger Patriarch

 

Ditto

[PatrickKnight]

11 hours ago, bigfruits said:

ive had many aluminum stradics but after fishing with ci4s and then the ci4+ i cant go back to aluminum on anything but a Heavy powered rod.  i like Ci4+2500 for most applications. the JDM 2000 size for short/light rods.

 

you cant go wrong with either the FK or Ci4+ as far as performance IMO

 

I have really wanted to take the dive on one of the FB Ci4 reels but I just cant seem to get them to balance right. Maybe this is just a sign I need a new rod too!!

[Nscheele]

Another vote for stradic fk, I've got the 2500 and it's the best spinning reel I've ever used.