The Stradic FM is designed for finesse fishing applications. This lightweight reel excels in targeting smaller freshwater species like trout, panfish, and finesse bass fishing. Its compact size and refined drag system allow for precise control and delicate presentations when using lighter lines and lures. Ask Seller a Question Free domestic shipping The No.1 Source For All Your Fishing Needs 30 Day Returns Policy Description Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reels – The Legendary Legacy Continues ICAST 2023 Best Freshwater Reel Winner! Step up your fishing game with the Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reels, a true testament to Shimano’s unwavering commitment to innovation and design excellence. With a rich history spanning over two decades, the Stradic name has been synonymous with quality and performance, setting the standard for spinning reels in the industry. Whether you’re a freshwater enthusiast or an inshore saltwater angler, the Stradic FM offers an array of models tailored to your needs, ready to enhance your fishing prowess. Cutting-Edge Technologies for Unrivaled Performance At the heart of the Stradic FM lies the groundbreaking InfinityXross gear tooth design, a marvel derived from Shimano’s flagship Stella reel. This innovation optimizes surface contact and meshing between the drive and pinion gears, ensuring unmatched efficiency, reduced stress points, and enhanced gear durability. Pair this with the robust Hagane cold forged gearing and MicroModule II technology, and you’ll experience silky-smooth turns of the handle that remain consistent year after year. Feel the power as you crank your way to victory with the Infinity Drive technology, offering enhanced cranking power under load. When the battle intensifies, rely on the improved Dura Cross Drag system, delivering the same smoothness as felt drags with an astounding tenfold increase in durability. This drag system is perfect for delicate lines and those heart-pounding encounters with high-velocity pelagic species. Innovations that Enhance Your Experience Experience hassle-free angling with the newly introduced Anti-Twist Fin, a smart addition that prevents line snags and keeps your line elevated for quicker hooksets. The G-Free Body technology shifts the center of gravity closer to the reel seat, reducing fatigue and enhancing casting comfort. The One Piece Bail design ensures smooth line flow, reducing friction and tangles for uninterrupted casting. Plus, with Shimano’s X-Protect technology, your reel remains resilient against water intrusion, safeguarding its performance for countless seasons Shimano Technologies: Hagane Gearing: Cold-forged gearing for exceptional strength and durability, ensuring smooth performance from first use to long-term enjoyment. MicroModule II Gear: State-of-the-art gear design makes use of smaller gear teeth and more of them, resulting in a more efficient gear train and much smoother retrieve. X-Ship: Eliminates friction between the spool shaft and gear, translating to better casting performance and increased gear durability. Hagane Body: A reel body with high rigidity, virtually eliminating body flexing due to its stiffness and impact resistance. It’s efficiency through strength. InfinityXross: The load on the gear teeth is spread apart horizontally on a larger surface area, creating more efficiency, mitigating potential stress points, and improving overall gear durability. Infinity Drive: Drastically reduces rotational torque, constructing a reel which can actively wind under heavy loads. Dura Cross Drag: Utilizes cutting-edge materials woven into a unique pattern over the standard drag washer. This drag offers smoothness, with ten times the durability to counter blistering, high-velocity runs for seasons to come. Silent Drive: Reduces spool vibration and noise during casting, resulting in quieter and smoother rotations with minimal play. Anti-Twist Fin: Enhanced line management for more effective fishing. G-Free Body: Reduces fatigue and enhances casting comfort. Long Stroke Spool: Results in the line having to change direction while coming off the spool fewer times during a cast, resulting in less turbulence going through the guides for a smoother and longer cast. S A-RB Bearings: Undergo the same anti-corrosion process as Shimano’s A-RB Bearings, with the addition of shields on both sides of the bearings to reduce the possibility of salt, dirt, or other foreign objects inhibiting the bearing’s rotation. One Piece Bail: A seamless design that allows the line to run unimpeded to the line roller. Reducing friction and mitigating line tangles is the name of the game. Shimano Stradic FM Reel Features: Cold-Forged Aluminum Spool Waterproof Drag Precision Engineering Machined Aluminum Handle Sealed Drag System Smooth Retrieve Approved for use in Freshwater and Saltwater Gear Up for Success with Fishermen’s Source Upgrade your fishing arsenal with the Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reels, the culmination of cutting-edge technologies and meticulous craftsmanship. Dive into the incredible world of angling with a reel that’s built to excel on the water, whether you’re targeting freshwater favorites or braving the challenges of inshore saltwater fishing. Model Max Drag Reel Handle Position Gear Ratio Mono Capacity Yd/Lb Braid Capacity Yd/Lb Line Per Handle Turn Bearings Weight Color Price ST1000HGFM 7lb Right Hand 5.1:1 2/270 4/160 6/110 10/95 15/75 20/65 25in 6/1 6.5oz Silver $199.99 USD ST2500HGFM 20lb Right Hand 5.8:1 8/140 10/120 10/150 15/145 30/100 34in 6/1 7.8oz Silver $219.99 USD STC3000XGFM 20lb Right Hand 6.4:1 6/230 8/170 10/140 10/200 20/140 40/105 37in 6/1 7.9oz Silver $219.99 USD ST4000XGFM 24lb Right Hand 6.2:1 10/200 12/160 15/230 30/180 50/120 40in 6/1 9.7oz Silver $229.99 USD STC5000XGFM 24lb Right Hand 6.2:1 12/195 14/165 20/260 30/235 40/185 40in 6/1 10.1oz Silver $229.99 USD