I wanted a really cool Shimano just for bling and very occasional Trout/Bass so I started looking at Stella FK , Twin Power FD and Sustain FJ but as of right now I am being much more realistic and going with the Stradic FM.
I agree with your assessment Chewy. I have the Stradic FL in the 1000 and 2500 size and they're smoother and less play than my Vanford 2000, 2500 or 3000. Even though the Stradic is heavier, I enjoy fishing with them vs. my Vanford's. I also have Vanquish's, Stella's and Exsence's and they're my favorites. For the money, the Stradic is a Great buy.
like the FL more after my one outing of the FM. dumb how Shimano made the handle smaller on the FM too ie. the 4000 FL handle is bigger than the 4000 FM
@@ChewyThaoFishingExcuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Not gunna lie the outro at the end of the videos is a nice touch lol your part 1 video has the big walleye. Maybe end the vids with a catch showing the item being reviewed in action. My 2 cents. Tight lines
Hi! Enjoy your fishing videos, very informative! As you mentioned in this particular video, Where could you recommend me great a deal on a Shimano Stradic FM? I really interested after watching this video!
Thanks for watching! I recommend trying the used market or eBay! One thing I’ll share with you - don’t pay retail! There are deals out there. Just have to find them 😉
Yes, I did noticed the rough feeling on my Vanford 2500 out of the box when reeling in and after applying bantam oil the grittiness did go away. I guess the reels have been sitting in the shelf for a while.
All Shimano stradics have play in the handle. I've had 5 of them in different sizes. And all stradics have some crackling feel/sound when you reel them really really slow. I've had FK, FM, and currently have 3 sizes in FL. FM is not an upgrade over FL. Just an opinion.
Everyone will have a different opinion and that's completely okay. The FM that i have has zero play in the handle - just like my vanquish/stella/twin power/etc. Something that they fixed with the newest model. I've fished FK, FL and FM - i really prefer the FM. In fact, i think the FM is the best one they've ever released but again, that is based on my opinion and how i use my reels for what i use it for.
I mean I understand if you love the product, I love Shimano as well, but you can clearly hear the handle play in the video when you attempted to show that there's no play. I also have two Twinpower and one Vanquish reel and not one had zero play. Still like the reels though.
I just started looking for a new reel and can't find this one on a sale. Just wondering where to look or if there is any other that you think are better for fishing the surf and things like that? Thanks!
I just bought one off Digitaka. The 23 STRADIC C2500SXG version. It was the last one too. 30% off. Got it for $125 total. Woohoo. Can't wait to use it!!
Jika kita mau merubah ; Drag washer nya ke original carbontec , size : 22,1 x 14,2 x 0,8 mm , sebanyak 3 pcs. Untuk reel ukuran 3000. Bisa kita rubah penutup knob reel handle menjadi reel stand hook. Dengan Reel stand Gomexues, ukuran 48 mm, type : R 6. Silahkan mencoba nya.
I wouldnt say the FM is 'far better' than the FL. Ive had a few FLs since they came out in 2019. FL was a big improvement over FK and ci4/vanford. I immediately noticed how stiffer and 'stronger' feeling the FL body was when 1st using it. I have abused the FLs since '19 catchin smallies, walleye, wai-bae, and occasionally a few sturgeons/flatheads. But FM feels similar to FL. FM just has better tech 'on paper' but the feel is similar. Going to buy more FMs though, cuz its same price as FLs.
I would say that the FM is absolutely better than the FL but it doesn't discount that the FL is still a great reel. No need to upgrade IMO but if you had to get one, buy the FM for sure.
Reel Shimano Stradic FM , Very smoth. I have this reel for size : C 3000 HG. I have to many information this reel, if you want to up grade this reel for size 3000, about bushing plastic to bearing stainless steel hybrid SS - Abec 9. And then this reel can be to much smooth. This is detail information for this Size 3000 ; 1. Bushing mainshaft near the clicker , Size : 7 x 11 x 3 mm. ( The cataloge book : No. 14, Code : 10J3F ) 2. Rottor Nut , Size : 4 x 8 x 3 mm. ( No 24, Code ; 1427D ). 3. Worm shaft , Size : 3 x 6 x 2,5 mm ( No. 79, code ; 1009C ). 4. Worm shaft , Size : 2 x 5 x 2,5 mm ( No. 82, code : 13YXN ). 5. Bushing Knob Handle , Size : 4 x 7 x 2,5 mm ( No. 112 , code : 10PXZ ). - If you make up grade this reel to 5 items , wow..... Can be very smoth. Note : - This knob handle can be up grade to " GOMEXUES " , Silver Colour, Size : A 38 . Look this reel can be very trendy. >>>> You can try
Excuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Do you like the two tone color of the Stradic FM. The spool looks like a similar color to the Complex that I have and the body is a lighter silver. I’d say it looks interesting but does look cool
Good question - I don’t mind it at all and like the two tone silver. Tbh, performance matters more to me as long as it’s not flashy like lews reels. I dig the color way and the performance speaks for itself.
My FM casting distance has decreased by about 1/4 after taking it up to devils lake for a 3 day fishing. I thought it needed oil and cleaning but still not getting the result as when it came out of the box. I'm disappointed, hope the FL fixes that issue.
Not sure if you cover this on your other post but I own the 2500 FL and I just recently bought the 1000 FM. I was going to use the FM for pan fish. My brain usually gets fried when trying to analyze the specs and the why the 1000 vs a 2000, etc. You say that you will use the 2500 FM for panfish. Why the 2500 and not the 1000? Thanks for any help. I am somewhat newer to spinning reels.
I would say that it is a close comparison. For the money, I think the stradic FM is a better buy but the sustain sj is a slightly better reel but not by much.
@@ChewyThaoFishingExcuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Looking to purchase a new Stradic FM model probably 2500 size but a little confused on which model STC2500SFM STC2500FM STC2500HGFM STC2500SFM STC2500SHGFM
@@ChewyThaoFishing Excuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Twin Power is a heavier reel and built for more power fishing. Stradic FM is a great all around reel - kind of the jack of all trades but master of none!
@@ChewyThaoFishing It was very subtle and hard to put into words, but it sounds like a light grinding noise, and it was only noticeable when you cranked it fast. Thanks for the honest insight on the reel!
@@ChewyThaoFishingExcuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
@@ChewyThaoFishing I love how light they are, but the handle wiggles and makes a scraping noise. Drives me nuts. Don't think I'll mind the extra weight of the stradic.
I have both the FL and FM, I feel like the FM is smoother overall. But the FL is still a fantastic reel. The Vanford on the other hand, not as smooth as either reel.
Hey James! Depending on where you are from, there might be a sports show near you. I’m from Wisconsin and I will be going to the Chicago Fishing Expo in a few weeks - they are running good deals where you can get 20-30% off on all reels or rods. Check out a local fishing expo near you for this reel.
Hey! Right now - the best deal is to get at an your local expo. I live in Wisconsin and i'm only about 1.5 hours away from Chicago. There's a expo there where most reels/rods are 20-30% off. You can expect to find this deal at ANY fishing expo near you. Normally, every state has one.
@@ChewyThaoFishingExcuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
@@ChewyThaoFishingthe stadic is pretty much built for catching mass of fish which is i did abuse both vanford and strsadic and the vanford didn’t last a season.
@@ChewyThaoFishingExcuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
everyting is better than a vanford i say.. vanford shimanos worst plastic shit reel 4 of mine broke down in fresh water for perch all of them are crap.. noisy bearings,.,., platic crap stradic fa , rarenium was the reels shimano never should took out
Excuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Excuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
Excuse me sir I have the same question. But firstly I want to say thank you for the video, now i'm definitely sure to buy this reel. I have a 7-30grams Rod (HTO NEBULA 2.40m of 116 grams) so i'm definitely going to buy the 2500 but like the mate i dont know wich one buy. I live in the canary islands and i Will fish in the coast and in a paddle sup. Thanks in advance and excuse for my english. I'd like to hearing from you
