GBW Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 the FJ is the new 2011/2012 one. the new FJ cast's VERY well and I'm not going to be selling mine any time soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 (edited) keep it old school Daiwa Whiskers in 1300 or light action 700 series. These are tanks, virtually indestructible and have the smoothest drag I've ever fished with. Amen to that. They take a beating. Edited November 23, 2011 by Harrison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynmar Posted November 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 (edited) Okay, I've got about $170.00 to spend on this reel and if I could make it to Gagnon's I'd think I'd purchase the Sustain 1000. I'm looking for a spinning reel for precision casting on the medium light to light rod for bassfishing. Hoping for something from 7-9 oz, so the Sustain and the Stradic FJ fit right in there. I hate to get Shimano biased in all my gear but damn:worthy: Thanks to all you gentlemen for your input. It has been helpful. Can you order the door crasher reels from Gagnon's and have them sent to you? Mike ?? Bill Edited November 23, 2011 by fishingBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 Can you order the door crasher reels from Gagnon's and have them sent to you? Mike ?? Bill My guess is no...kinda defeats the purpose of "door crasher". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 (edited) Yup, Door Crasher Only. I have seen the bundles on the Compre's and Crucials. There are some nice rods to choose from. We have all the NEW Shimano rods on the floor so they old stuff has got to go. The last to see as the "Cork" Generation from Shimano. There are lot's of reels there for the sale too with pleanty of spinning and a bunch of baitcast reels. Not to mention no tax throughout everything in the store. http://www.gagnonsports.com/christmassale.html Edited November 23, 2011 by MikeTheBassFisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Hoping for something from 7-9 oz, so the Sustain and the Stradic FJ fit right in there. I don't want to complicate your life here but I'd buy an FI over an FJ anytime. It's a better reel and it's less money. As far as rods are concerned, I much prefer cork handles so I'd buy up a few of the Shimano rods being phased out. But that might just be a personal preference. Spiel is making my rods now anyhow so I probably won't be helping a retailer much in the rod department. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynmar Posted November 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Thanks Roy, about the rods I have to agree. I much prefer a good cork handle rod over everything. I tried a bunch of rods when I bought my Citica from G Loomis, St Croix, E21, Daiwa, Shimano and ended up with the BPS crankbait rod mostly because the cork handle felt real good in the hand and the action was what I wanted. Unfortunately can't get to Gagnon's so I'll have to see what I can do about a new spinning reel. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 FWIW I have a Stradic FI, and a Sustain FE...not much of a difference. I have them both as well. I believe there are at least 2 differences: The sustain has a titanium lined spool, which means the line will come off the spool smother. Also the sustain has a ball bearing on the drag, which supposedly makes the drag smoother. Personally I feel as though the sustain is just a little more refined, and I like the way it looks more as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eazy Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Don't think you could go wrong with anything Shimano makes, personally I wouldn't go over $100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 (edited) I love my Stradic CI4, amazing reel! But I also love my Okumas. I don't think any reel on the market is as top notch doller per doller as Okumas are. Their rods as well. Just my two cents Edited November 24, 2011 by manitoubass2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 (edited) i've long been a daiwa and abu guy but the stradic ci4 has converted me. Edited November 24, 2011 by Dr. Salvelinus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt bruce Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 keep it old school Daiwa Whiskers in 1300 or light action 700 series. These are tanks, virtually indestructible and have the smoothest drag I've ever fished with. I been a daiwa guy for a long time , the few times that I have had problems with any of their stuff have been treated great , most of the troubles (99%) were my or the person I let use them fault not the products and still theyfixed me up . the 700 whiskers will last for ever with just a little cleaning and a drop or two of oil now and than . All you want in a spinning reel, simple,no fancy gimmicks that will break down on the water , their tough dont explode when dropped , very smooth drag ,and made by a company that stands behind their stuff . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt bruce Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I don't want to complicate your life here but I'd buy an FI over an FJ anytime. It's a better reel and it's less money. As far as rods are concerned, I much prefer cork handles so I'd buy up a few of the Shimano rods being phased out. But that might just be a personal preference. Spiel is making my rods now anyhow so I probably won't be helping a retailer much in the rod department. Damn Roy just when I was starting to agree with ya (Daiwa) When you have as many rods as I and are stuffing them into lockers storeage boxes etc. 2 or 3 times the Capacity for storeage etc., cork chips , takes in a lot of water when submerged (by accident of course), and does not age well , Im old school and at first was glad to see cork make such a come back , but now looking back I can see why it went away and is now going there again . just me maybe but??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I am pretty sure cork is being phased out due to supply / cost, not performance. correct, just ask Spiel how much cork is and he'll confirm it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 If there is indeed a cork shortage, I wonder if that's one of the reasons some manufacturers are switching to the split grips ?? Seems like it'd be a good way to cut down on the amount of cork they'd need. I just ordered a new Compre musky rod for my daughter for Christmas and the split grip is the only way they come now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt bruce Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I am pretty sure cork is being phased out due to supply / cost, not performance. Might explain rod makers turning away now ,if indead there is a cork shortage , damn wine guys i guess , but like I said I think there is NEW materials now that shead water better , better grip , cork in the cold can I say slippery , and last the new stuff is LONG LASTING , sorry Speil and guys like ya, I will not need you to repair grips with great big pieces missing . Again eatch to his own but I need things that last with much abuse . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirCranksalot Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 (edited) http://www.sail.ca/e...fishing/?page=3 I'm in the market for a good spin reel as well. Any opinion on the Abu Garcia Soron SX 20 or 40 now on sale at Sail's website? thx Edited November 26, 2011 by Knuguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 I am pretty sure cork is being phased out due to supply / cost, not performance. Damn wine drinkers anyways... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 http://www.sail.ca/e...fishing/?page=3 I'm in the market for a good spin reel as well. Any opinion on the Abu Garcia Soron SX 20 or 40 now on sale at Sail's website? thx I have an sx 40. It's a solid reel but I find it a bit heavy and did not find a rod that balanced well with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirCranksalot Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 Thx Fishgreg. I'll pass on that one then. keep it old school Daiwa Whiskers in 1300 or light action 700 series. These are tanks, virtually indestructible and have the smoothest drag I've ever fished with. Anyone know where I an buy a 1300 or 700? Basspro or Cabela's don't seem to have them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 I think the 700 is on sale at Le Baron right now: http://www.lebaron.ca/pdffiles/web_spec/daiwa_nov_reel2.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 Thx Fishgreg. I'll pass on that one then. Anyone know where I an buy a 1300 or 700? Basspro or Cabela's don't seem to have them. I have the 1300 in stock. Popular reel here on OFC! http://www.etackle.ca/daiwa-tournament-ss-spinning-reel-1300/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Bag Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 Anyone know where I an buy a 1300 or 700? Basspro or Cabela's don't seem to have them. I was in Bass Pro (Vaughan location) last Saturday and they had both the 700 and 1300 on display. I think they were $109 but not positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 Don't forget that the 700 is an ultra-light sized reel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted November 30, 2011 Report Share Posted November 30, 2011 Don't forget that the 700 is an ultra-light sized reel. I tried to paste the 700 & 1300 specs here but they came out wonky. Can be seen at the link I posted above however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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