Shimano Stradic FL Spinning Reel – ST1000HGFL

The Shimano Stradic FL spinning Reels, released in 2019, continue the long-standing tradition of setting the standard for spinning reels in their class. These reels offer top-level performance at an affordable price and feature the latest Shimano technologies.

The Stradic FL reels are equipped with Shimano's MicroModule II cold forged gear, which ensures smoothness and power transfer like never before. The internal components are finely tuned using Shimano's Silent Drive technology, resulting in exceptional performance.

To protect the reel from water intrusion and maintain smooth rotation, the Stradic FL features Shimano's X-Protect water repellent coating and a specially designed water channeling labyrinth construction. This ensures that the reel remains in pristine condition throughout its lifespan.

The Stradic FL is also equipped with a heavy-duty Cross Carbon Drag system, making it suitable for tackling even the hardest pulling inshore species. Additionally, the introduction of the Long Stroke Spool allows for enhanced casting capabilities, resulting in longer and smoother casts.

Key Shimano technologies found in the Stradic FL Spinning Reels include:

• Hagane Gear: This gear is cold forged instead of being cut, providing exceptional strength and durability.
• Hagane Body: The rigid body eliminates flexing and enhances power transmission from the angler to the reel.
• X-Ship: This technology supports the pinion gear with bearings, ensuring precise alignment and increased gear durability.
• MicroModule II Gear: The state-of-the-art gear design results in a more efficient gear train and a smoother retrieve.
• Long Stroke Spool: By increasing the spool height, the line changes direction less frequently during a cast, resulting in smoother and longer casts.
• SilentDrive: This technology reduces handle play and noise from moving parts for a quieter and more precise operation.
• X-Protect: A combination of a water repellant coating and a labyrinth construction ensures high-level water resistance without adding weight.
• G-Free Body: The reel's center of gravity is shifted closer to the reel seat, reducing fatigue and enhancing casting comfort.
• S A-RB Bearings: These bearings undergo an anti-corrosion process and are further protected by shields, increasing their durability.
• Cross Carbon Drag: Allows for a wider range of drag settings and provides the smoothest Shimano drag performance.

Whether you're fishing in a lake or exploring back bays, the Shimano Stradic FL Spinning Reel proves to be a valuable addition to the Stradic legacy, offering anglers exceptional performance and durability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the advantage of the Hagane Gear?
A: The Hagane Gear is cold forged instead of being cut, providing exceptional strength and durability, which translates to a more robust fishing experience.

Q: How does the Hagane Body enhance performance?
A: The rigid Hagane Body eliminates flexing and enhances power transmission from the angler to the reel, making every action more efficient.

Q: What is the purpose of X-Ship technology?
A: X-Ship technology supports the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, ensuring precise alignment and increased gear durability, leading to smoother and more reliable reeling.

Q: What is MicroModule II Gear?
A: MicroModule II Gear is a state-of-the-art gear design that results in a more efficient gear train with a smoother retrieve, offering a better angling experience with less effort.

Q: How does the Long Stroke Spool improve casting?
A: The Long Stroke Spool design enables smoother and longer casts by reducing the angle change of the line during casting, thus minimizing friction and increasing casting distance.

Q: How does SilentDrive technology improve the operation of the reel?
A: SilentDrive technology minimizes imperfections and reduces handle play and noise from moving parts for a quieter and more refined operation, leading to a more pleasant fishing experience.

Q: How does X-Protect technology protect the reel from water damage?
A: X-Protect employs both a water repellent coating and labyrinth construction to provide high-level water resistance without sacrificing the lightweight structure and performance of the reel.

Q: What is the benefit of the G-Free Body design?
A: The G-Free Body design shifts the reel's center of gravity closer to the reel seat, which reduces fatigue during extended fishing sessions and enhances the overall balance of your rod and reel setup.

Q: What is special about S A-RB Bearings?
A: S A-RB Bearings feature shields on both sides which reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the bearing's rotation, thus increasing the longevity and performance of the reel.

Q: What does Cross Carbon Drag offer?
A: The Cross Carbon Drag system offers a wider range of drag settings, providing the smoothest Shimano drag performance possible, essential for fighting and landing powerful gamefish.