Hey guys, I am in need of a new spinning rig and wondering if anyone has any experiences with this reel. It seems to fit all my expectations, but would like all the info I can get.
Thanks

I am looking at the same reel, but in the 4000 model. I found a post on 2coolfishing from someone that indicated that newer Stradics are problematic (see post from "Naterator" when you click the link below). Can anyone let LRG and me know if the "newer" stradics are any good.

http://2coolfishing.com/ttmbforum/showthread.php?t=101069&highlight=Symetre

I also a thread on the BPS forum. It looked like 90% of the responses thought it was the greatest reel made, and 10% said the bail and spool were problematic??????????

I think this review will help you. It compares the Stradic, Sustain, and Stella. I think you will be suprised by the results.
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewshimanosustain100fd.html

Hello Guys, I have 2 2500's and im really sold on then, I live on n padre Island and put 316 hours on my shallow sport in almost 12 months most guides do about 250 hours a year. These reels are the only spinning reels ive used that after this much salt exposure still feel like new reels and not stiff and wore out feeling. I must spent 500 to 800 to get a better reel. Mitch b "Standing by"

I own several Shimano spinning reels, including Symetres, and Sedonas. I do NOT own a Stradic. I also own St. Croix Avid spinning reels, the 1500, and the 2500. These are versions of the old Daiwa Capricorn-A. I also own a Cabela's Prodigy 2000, which is their version of the Capricorn-A.

After some initial teething problems the Prodigy has become my favorite spinning reel.

If you're looking at the Stradic, you might consider giving a look-see at the Daiwa SOL, and Tierra. I'm very impressed by two features of the higher-end Daiwa spinning reels. Namely: the Airbail, and the ABS spool.

My view of spinning reels is that below $100 Shimano rules, but above $100 Daiwa is king, until you get to $500 and the Stella rules at that price point.

My two cents...
TFP