Every weekend I’m going to switch things up a bit and review a reel. I mean there are only so many lures I can review before we catch them all! So without further adu, I give you the Shimano – Stradic 2500FH Spinning Reel.

It’s no secret that Shimano is one of the top reel producing companies in the world, and they stepped it up a notch with the Stradic 2500FH. It comes with ARB ball bearings that have corrosion resistant coating that protects the bearings and increases their life by 10 times. This reel also has Super Slow Oscillation gives the best line lay and longer castability.

DynaBalanceTM stops rotor wobble, giving you smooth retrieves. You won’t feel any jerk action with the reel. And SuperStopperTM anti-reverse gives Quicker hooksets. There is also an external maintenance port for drivetrain lubrication.

Other features: spare aluminum spool, oversized ball bearing roller guide, super fast gear ratios, stainless shafts, four ball bearings plus one roller bearing and stainless bail. Line Capacity: 140/8. Gear Ratio: 6.0:1.

The Shimano – Stradic 2500FH Spinning Reel can be had for under $100, so I don’t know what you’re waiting for. It’s a top of the line reel at a moderate price.