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I just got the C2500SXG 2024 twin power. First impressions are that it is really nice. I'm putting it on a 6'10" ML rod and plan on running it for ned/drop shot. I also have the 23 Vanquish in a C3000 on my …

Jan 5, 2026 · Shimano Announces Leadership Transition January 5th, 2026 – Charleston, SC – Shimano North America Fishing, Inc. announces that longtime president Dave Pfeiffer will step down …

Nov 6, 2024 · I've noticed there has yet to be a discussion about the new Shimano Vanford 2024. If any of the shimano heads out there have an opinion on the upgrades that have been made to this new …

Jun 2, 2012 · I've been seriously considering getting a baitcasting outfit. I was pretty set on the Shimano Curado because of all of the great things I've heard about it here and elsewhere. Then recently there …

Apr 12, 2013 · Hello,Just received (from Amazon) my new Stradic 2500 Spinning Reel.Looks like a nice product, but whoever does their paper work and instructions did not do a very competent job.The …

May 3, 2025 · Can someone please expound on this "Core Protect" that Shimano advertises? Looking at the TranX models. Advertised to have this, but how does this even work on or in a baitcast reel? Yes, …

Dec 29, 2011 · I need to get some oil and grease to do the winter cleaning on some reels. Can you use hot sauce or reel butter products on shimano reels without doing damage? Is one better than the …

Jan 15, 2020 · I like my SLX XT, but based on a few minutes with a Curado 200K at Cabela's, I think the Curado K feels a tiny bit higher quality. Not much though, it still felt kinda cheap to me, but then …

May 9, 2024 · Forgive me if this has been beat to death but I want to know what is considered the "better" spinning reel in a 2500 size. TIA, Randy