Review of Shimano? IX Spinning Reel

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)They work great and last forever.

The best reel under $35 you can find (excluding other Shimano models under $35, which just get better and better for every additional dollar you spend).

Smooth (relatively, it only costs $13), flawless performance, tough.

I have a lot of these (1000s, 2500s and 4000s) that are over 15 years old, and were subject to very heavy saltwater use, and they still work fine.I have caught literally hundreds of Mangrove snapper, Snook to 25 lbs, Tarpon to 30 lbs on this model, and they always come through.For kids or beginners, you cannot find a better starting reel.

I use them as "assembly line" rods on an intercoastal dock I fish on.I put 6 or 8 of them in rod holders, baited with live shrimp, and wait for the action.(I'd say the average reel I own has spent over 100 hours in a rod holder, getting hit constantly by stingrays, snappers, snook and other game fish, and tackle busting Sail cats).

My 1000, with 6lb test line, out fought a 15 pound Jack Crevalle (who was getting chased the entire fight by a 6 foot Lemon shark and a 6 foot Hammerhead shark so you know the jack was swimming at full speed :)) during a 60 minute fight on the flats in the Keys.

Buy one and you will be happy!BTW, I never use the trigger bail thingy, but it seems to work fine.

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Product Description:
Shimano IX Reels with QuickFireII bail levers are so easy to cast, you'll never go back to your closed-face reel again! Thinking about making the move to an open-faced Spinning Reel? For my money, your best choice is Shimano! This new IX Series of Reels is perfect for beginners and budget-conscious anglers. It sports Shimano's exclusive QuickFireII bail lever that makes one-handed casting just as easy as with your old push-button closed-face reel. And look at the price... affordable for anyone! Three models available. Shimano quality and QuickFire convenience at a sweet low price! State Reel Model. Order yours ONLINE today! IX-1000RC: UL Action; 4.1:1 Ratio; Bushing; 270/2, 140/4, 110/6 Line Capacity; 7 ozs... IX-2000RC: M Action; 4.1:1 Ratio; Bushing; 170/6, 120/8, 100/10 Line Capacity; 8 1/2 ozs... IX-4000RC: MH Action; 4.1:1 Ratio; Bushing; 240/8, 200/10, 160/12 Line Capacity; 11 1/2 ozs.