Newest Model Shimano Stradic Ci4+ Spinning Reel

[basscattrent]

I am surprised to see that there has been next to no posts on the newest model Shimano Stradic Ci4+ Spinning Reel. I truly do not need another spinning reel but was curious why no Shimano guys have posted up on the new model?

[Kurt L]

The 2016, 2500 I bought has been nothing but problems same with the FK Stradic, having lots of the prior models I think the difference is just not ground breaking. Another model revision and again we got less features for more money.
I'm a huge fan of Shimano but I have been picking up extra prior models new to put away for future use.

Kurt

[basscattrent]

Thanks for the information Kurt.

[Lucky1]

While I own four and they have been nothing but fantastic. Say what you want, but I will put it up against anything out there that isnt 400.00 +.

[basscattrent]

Thanks for your input

[lifeofRiley]

I was looking at picking one of these up or maybe a sustain. They are about the same price.

[Markanthony404]

The one problem I've heard about with the new stradics is a few have too much play between the handle and main gear. I noticed this on one of the display models at Cabelas. I own 4 of the last gen Certate's so I'm not going to be in the market for a spinning reel anytime soon. But if I was, not considering the ci4+ would be madness! The new ci4+ is one of the best looking reels I have ever seen, it's also lighter than a Stella and crazy smooth for the money.

[Tony9]

I hear really good things about it. Love how light it is too. Planned on getting one but found a Saros locally for a good deal. The Saros was heavier than I wanted but couldn't pass it up.

[lape0019]

I bought one mid year this year. I have the original version of the CI4 Stradic as well. I have had no issues and find that the newest one is way more solid than the original.

My only gripe with the new CI4+ is the knob. I don't know if I have just gotten used to the EVA knob on the original or what but I find it more comfortable to use than the new thin knob Shimano is using now.