Bassin69 Posted October 27, 2006 Posted October 27, 2006 What's the opinion for the Shimano Sahara spinning reel? I know Shimano makes awesome reels so I was just looking for some 'field' results. Thnx. 8-) Quote
RiskKid. Posted October 27, 2006 Posted October 27, 2006 I have one and think its a great reel for the price. Quote
Big T Posted October 27, 2006 Posted October 27, 2006 Great reels for the money, I have a 4000 series that I just acquired. I used to have the 2500 series which most people on here will tell you is the perfect size for bass. I liked that reel but traded it because it was a little small for my needs. My spinning reels see double duty, bass and inshore saltwater. I would probably buy a second one. If you could swing an extra $20 or $30 then I would get the Symtre. Another awesome reel but it is over a $100 is the Stradic. Hope this helps. Quote
Papa_Tom Posted October 27, 2006 Posted October 27, 2006 I presently have four Saharas. One is a 2500, the other ones are 4000's. I tend to favor the larger spool diameter most of the time. By this time tomorrow I will have one more, and it will most likely be another 4000 (have an old Mitchell I am replacing). I find them to be all that I want in a spinning reel. Balance is good, drag is smooth, bang for the buck is there. I look for mid-range reels that are as high quality as I can get for the dollar..i.e. I have a bunch of Curados. I'm just as happy with the Sahara in a spinning reel. Quote
nboucher Posted October 27, 2006 Posted October 27, 2006 The 4000 is my one and only spinning reel, spooled with 8# Yo-Zuri Ultra Soft. I love it and have never had a single problem with it. Oh, and welcome to the site! Quote
Siebert Outdoors Posted October 28, 2006 Posted October 28, 2006 I have a 1000 and for the money you cant beat it. Its a smooth reliable little reel. I have it on an ultralite for crappie, perch, and trout. Quote
Bassin69 Posted October 28, 2006 Author Posted October 28, 2006 Great! I'm 99% sure this is my next reel paired on a St Croix Premier Rod. Thanks for all the info! Quote
RiskKid. Posted October 28, 2006 Posted October 28, 2006 That will be really nice with the St Croix Premier Quote
bayrat Posted October 28, 2006 Posted October 28, 2006 I LOVE THE REEL.I HAVE 5 OF THEM ALL 2000 WITH EXTRA SPOOLS.WITH ALL DFF bl TEST LINE SO WITH BREADED LINE. I KEEP IT ALL THE SPINNG REELS THE SAME AND ALL MY CASTING REELS I USE SHIMANO CRUZAR CRZ 200 ON A SHIMANO JIMMY HOUTON 6FT 6' RODS . FOR SALTWATER ALL I USE IS PENN RODS AND REELS. GOOD LUCK BAYRAT Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted October 28, 2006 Super User Posted October 28, 2006 Great reel for the money ! Quote
New Bass Man Posted October 28, 2006 Posted October 28, 2006 The Sahara was the first quality spinning reel I ever purchased. I have the 4000. If money is an issue, the Sahara will work just fine. A better reel is the Stradic. I have the 2500. Best spinning reel I ever owned. Highly recommend this one. Quote
shimanogloomis man Posted October 28, 2006 Posted October 28, 2006 my uncle use the sahara very happy with it great for his needs and does everything well.my cuz has a sedona another good reel and my bro uses a symetre and i use a stradic we all fish together never once did any of these reels fail us, cant go wrong with a shimano Quote
SneakySnook Posted October 30, 2006 Posted October 30, 2006 Great reel for the money. I'm looking at getting a 1500 for my son. It will go great with the st.croix premier rod. Quote
Bassin69 Posted October 31, 2006 Author Posted October 31, 2006 Wow, thanks for all the great replies! ;D Quote
Vyron Posted November 1, 2006 Posted November 1, 2006 Great reel for the money. Only drawback for me is the drag power. Quote
Super User flechero Posted November 1, 2006 Super User Posted November 1, 2006 Great reel for the money. Only drawback for me is the drag power. Seriously???? Maybe your reels needs servicing... the shimano catalog list that reel as having the following drag settings: The 2500 has 11lbs which is more than most BC reels and the 4000 has 17 lbs.!! SAHARA FB Model Line Retrieve(in.) Line Cap. Max Drag (lbs.) Bearings Roller Bearings Gear Ratio Weight (oz.) SH750FB 22 2/240, 4/120, 6/95 7.0 3 1 4.7:1 6.9 SH1500FB 28 4/170, 6/130, 8/90 9.0 3 1 6.2:1 9.5 SH2500FB 30 6/200, 8/140, 10/120 11.0 3 1 6.2:1 9.7 SH4000FB 34 8/240, 10/200, 12/160 17.0 3 1 6.0:1 12.1 Quote
Vyron Posted November 1, 2006 Posted November 1, 2006 11lbs? no way!!!!!!!!!!! even a 5 pounder can take line. My reels require servicing but my buddy owns a brand new and he agrees with me that the drag power is not strong. Do I miss something here? Quote
volpster31 Posted November 2, 2006 Posted November 2, 2006 just for your info:: i got a symetre brand new off of ebay for $65 & love it......why not upgrade for a few bucks more http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Shimano-Symetre-SY-4000FI-5-A-RB-Spinning-Reel_W0QQitemZ130041773894QQihZ003QQcategoryZ36147QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem http://cgi.ebay.com/SHIMANO-SYMETRE-2500FI-NIB-Spinning-Reel_W0QQitemZ170044485357QQihZ007QQcategoryZ36147QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem http://cgi.ebay.com/SHIMANO-SYMETRE-1500FI-NIB-Spinning-Reel_W0QQitemZ170044484612QQihZ007QQcategoryZ36147QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Quote
CyBasser Posted November 2, 2006 Posted November 2, 2006 11lbs? no way!!!!!!!!!!!even a 5 pounder can take line. My reels require servicing but my buddy owns a brand new and he agrees with me that the drag power is not strong. Do I miss something here? As Vyron said, I have been using a Sahara 2500 for a few months - excellent reel in all respects, but then either the drag setting given by the company is wrong, or Cyprus' largemouth are ultra-powerful - the biggest I caught on it was 5lb 5oz and it pulled line (20lb powerpro) out of a completely closed drag like crazy, as did practically any bass above 5lb... Quote
SBM-RL Posted November 5, 2006 Posted November 5, 2006 I got a brand new in box symetre for $45 plus $7 shipping so ya u can get real good deals on ebay Quote
Super User FishTank Posted November 5, 2006 Super User Posted November 5, 2006 This a great reel for the money. I have the 750 and get this, I bought a 4000 today at Dick's for $25. Quote
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