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Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reels

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WHY WE LIKE IT

What Makes the Stradic FM Special?

What Makes the Stradic FM Special?

The Shimano Stradic FM combines a rigid HAGANE metal body with cold-forged HAGANE gearing, InfinityXross gear-tooth design and InfinityDrive for lighter winding under load. These technologies define the family, while the 1000 through C5000 models differ in weight, line capacity, drag and retrieve. Choose the compact 1000 for finesse fishing, the middle sizes for versatile freshwater and inshore casting, or the 4000/C5000 when greater line capacity and a heavier outfit are needed.

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Find Your Stradic FM

Every size in the Stradic FM lineup is built for the same kind of fishing — the right one for you comes down to what you're targeting and how you fish. Pick a size below to see its full details.

1000 - 5.1:11000 - 5.1:1Best for trout, panfish, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass with light lures and finesse presentations.2500 - 5.8:12500 - 5.8:1Best for fluke, weakfish, striped bass and redfish with light jigs, soft plastics and small plugs.3000 - 6.4:13000 - 6.4:1Best for striped bass, fluke, bluefish and albies with plugs, plastics, jigs and small metals.4000 - 6.2:14000 - 6.2:1Best for striped bass, bluefish, albies and snook with plugs, jigs and stronger inshore presentations.5000 - 6.2:15000 - 6.2:1Best for striped bass, bluefish, snook and tarpon in heavier inshore and light-surf fishing where extra line capacity helps.
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Weight6.5 oz7.8 oz7.9 oz9.7 oz10.2 oz
Gear Ratio6.0:15.8:16.4:16.2:16.2:1
Max Drag7 lbs20 lbs20 lbs24 lbs24 lbs
Line Capacity (Braid)10/95, 15/75, 20/6510/150, 15/145, 30/10010/200, 20/140, 40/10515/230, 30/180, 50/120260/20, 235/30, 185/40
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Common Questions About The Stradic FM Family

Real questions we hear from anglers comparing Stradic FM sizes. Don't see yours? Call us — we'd rather help over the phone than upsell you online.

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What's the difference between the Stradic FM sizes?

The Stradic FM lineup runs from the 1000HG through the C5000XG. Size changes weight, maximum drag, line capacity and retrieve; the 1000HG has 7 lb maximum drag, while the 4000XG and C5000XG are rated to 24 lb. Compare the exact Shimano model specifications before choosing.

How do I know which Stradic FM size is right for me?

Match the size to what you're targeting and the line you plan to spool: lighter finesse/freshwater work favors the 1000/2500, general inshore favors the 3000, and surf/bigger fish favors the 4000/5000. See each size's full spec page for exact drag and braid numbers.

Is the Stradic FM a saltwater-ready reel?

The Stradic FM features Shimano's X-Protect water-resistant construction for fishing around spray and saltwater. It is not intended for repeated submersion; rinse and maintain it according to Shimano's care instructions.

Can I upgrade or downsize later if I pick the wrong size?

You can choose another size in the Stradic FM family if your fishing changes, but it is a different reel, not an upgrade to the one you already own. Size changes affect drag, capacity, weight and retrieve, so check the exact model's specifications.

Do all Stradic FM sizes use the same technology?

Shimano lists HAGANE Body, cold-forged HAGANE Gear, InfinityXross and InfinityDrive as Stradic FM family technologies. InfinityXross is not exclusive to the C5000. Individual models still differ in drag, line capacity, weight and retrieve.

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