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 Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
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10/15/10 06:08 PM
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Cedar Chopper's Grandson
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I recently purchased this reel. Very nice. It is heavier than I expected it to be. The rods I currently own are 6 1/2 feet or 6 feet. The combination does not feel "balanced". Do I need to go to a longer rod or heavier rod or longer,heavier rod? Any suggestions? My budget is $100.00 or less. Thanks
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Re: Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
[Re: Cedar Chopper's Grandson]
#5416220
10/16/10 03:58 PM
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BigCaseyB206
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Not sure what fish you target, but with the shorter rod, I would not go any bigger than a 2500 series spinning reel. The 2500 Symetre is 4 oz less than your 4000 you have now and can handle most types of freshwater fishing. If you're gonna keep the reel then look for a catfishing or a surf rod to match as I doubt you will find a bass rod that will balance with the heavier reel.
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Re: Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
[Re: BigCaseyB206]
#5421249
10/18/10 03:51 PM
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jugmaster
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7 ft rod would work better. Sone rods have weights on the butt for balance.
Father and Son
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Re: Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
[Re: jugmaster]
#5425879
10/19/10 08:18 PM
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Cedar Chopper's Grandson
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I e-mailed Shimano. They recommended this
Clarus CSS70MA
or CSS70MA
Opinion?
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Re: Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
[Re: Cedar Chopper's Grandson]
#5427239
10/20/10 01:49 AM
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Bad Luck Guy
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I like the 3000 series. Lighter than 2500 series and more capacity. It's just full of win. I could only imagine using a 4000 series in saltwater on a M-MH coastal rod for chasing down bulls or shark or even fishing off a pier ro beach with a surf rod.
The only thing dumber than a fish is a fisherman.
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Re: Shimano Symetre 4000 Reel
[Re: Bad Luck Guy]
#5427737
10/20/10 03:07 AM
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Tallgrass05
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Take the reel into your sporting goods store and try it on different rods. Factor in how fast you like the rod tip. When it feels good and balanced, you'll know it.
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