This is the brand new 2007 Shimano Stradic 2500MgFA. This is undoubtedly the sweetest reel for the money on the market today. It's feature rich and so smooth you'd swear it's hydraulic. The Stradic's magnesium frame is safe for saltwater. Other features include a forged aluminum spool and super-slow oscillation. Features include:
1. A-RB® Anti-Rust Bearings
Manufactured via a unique process that makes them at least 10 times more corrosion-resistant than other bearings. Smooth, silent, and strong -- the ideas behind all Shimano reels. This Stradic features 4 A-RB ball bearings plus 1 A-RB roller bearing.
2. S-Concept
Advanced engineering, using the best materials, so you can fish with confidence, every time out.
3. Super Stopper® II
Shimano's exclusive instant anti-reverse system. Built with a one-way roller bearing that eliminates all back-play in the handle -- for instant hooksetting power.
4. Fluidrive® II Gearing
Manufactured with the highest tolerances and utmost control in the gear-cutting process, to ensure a smooth, powerful retrieve every time. Gear ratio 6.0:1. Fast!
5. Power Roller®
Reduces line twist by as much as 50%. The roller's special grooved design ensures that the line will be evenly wrapped on the spool, to minimize loops and twists that can occur on the cast.
6. DynaBalance®
Eliminates wobble on the retrieve by counter-balancing the the rotor to enhance sensitivity and smoothness. Computer balancing is used to redistribute the rotor weight, allowing easy rotation with virtually no vibration.
7. Magnesium body construction for a weight of just 8.9 oz.
8. Oversized Power Roller Line Roller
9. New Floating Shaft Desing
10. Cold Forged Aluminujm Spool
11. Super Slow Oscillation designed specifically for today's super braids! Capacity 6(200) * 8(140) * 10(120) Mono
This great reel sells for $189.99 on BassPro and other sites, and enjoys a 5 star review.