Is the Stradic MgFb 3000 too large for UL rod?

[vicdotcom]

Hey guys,

  I have a question.  I just purchased a 6'6 Ultralight Avid spinning rod.  I was thinking of putting my un-assigned Stradic MgFb 3000 on it but I wasnt sure if it was too large and throw things out of balance.

The rod is rated for 2-6lb line.  The Stratic holds 230 yards of 6lb.  and has a great drag.  My other option is to use my President 6720 on it. The drag isn't as nice but would work.

What do you guys think?  Is the Stradic to large? or go with the President.

Thanks all!

Vic

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get stradtic ci41000

its better for ul and finesse bass reel

[MattinOK]

Hey guys,

I have a question. I just purchased a 6'6 Ultralight Avid spinning rod. I was thinking of putting my un-assigned Stradic MgFb 3000 on it but I wasnt sure if it was too large and throw things out of balance.

The rod is rated for 2-6lb line. The Stratic holds 230 yards of 6lb. and has a great drag. My other option is to use my President 6720 on it. The drag isn't as nice but would work.

What do you guys think? Is the Stradic to large? or go with the President.

Thanks all!

Vic

If you don't feel like dropping the $200 on the above posters suggestion, you can probably use it. I use a 2500 size Shimano on a UL, and it really didn't feel weird. Just put it on the rod, spool it up, and go out in the yard and make a couple of casts. If it doesn't feel right, get something else.

[vicdotcom]

get stradtic ci41000

its better for ul and finesse bass reel

Yea I was tempted to do that at the store... but I already have unassigned reels lying around.  The last thing I need is to drop another few hundred LOL  But believe me, I was tempted!!!

[vicdotcom]

If you don't feel like dropping the $200 on the above posters suggestion, you can probably use it. I use a 2500 size Shimano on a UL, and it really didn't feel weird. Just put it on the rod, spool it up, and go out in the yard and make a couple of casts. If it doesn't feel right, get something else.

Yea the 2500 and the 3000 are the same frame size. Only real difference is the spool capacity and handle. It didn't feel weird on the rod. But I havent casted anything with it yet. Im going to try it out this weekend. Thanks for the input!

[DaveT63]

I love Stradics, but I personally would go with the President on the UL rod.  I have my Avid 6' UL paired up with a Stradic CI41000, and it seems perfect.  I tried it once with my CI4 2500, but it just didn't feel quite right.

As far as having "unassigned" reels, why not post them for sale in the flea market and make some money to pay for that CI4 you liked?

[BassThumb]

I use 1000 size reel on UL rods.  Anything heavier is overkill and feels off-balanced to me.

[Grey Wolf]

That seems like overkill to me but if it feels good to you , use it.

[vicdotcom]

As far as having "unassigned" reels, why not post them for sale in the flea market and make some money to pay for that CI4 you liked?

eehhh well you know how it is.  You hold onto something and the moment you sell it, you wind up needing it or wanting it back lol

[vicdotcom]

I use 1000 size reel on UL rods.  Anything heavier is overkill and feels off-balanced to me.

That seems like overkill to me but if it feels good to you , use it.

Yea I am going to have to just throw some line and see how each performs. 

I just didnt know if having a too large reel arbor would reduce casting distance/ accuracy.  I used to hear that smaller arbors increase line twist though.  Is that still an accurate statement?  I am sure the new Shimano takes steps to prevent that.

Who knows, a new black and red reel might be coming up the pike lol