The Truth About Spinning Reel Sizes!! (2500 vs 3000 vs 4000)

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Aren't all 2500 spinning reel sizes and so on the same???
A Daiwa Fuego 2500 should be the same size as a Daiwa BG 2500 right?
WRONG!
There are plenty of differences between the different series of reels from Daiwa and other reel manufacturers.
Are the differences that significant though?
YES - there are plenty of factors to take into account from bulkiness and weight to gear ratio and inches per turn!!!
What questions do you have about spinning reel sizes?
Let me know if you have questions or feedback in the comments on our Fishing Tips page: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

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[@randyluces6960]

How much each

[@randyluces6960]

From dollar to Philippine money

[@Saltstrong]

At this time, we only ship inside the US

[@donnie2533]

Great video glad you posted keep them coming thanks

[@nivenniven9108]

Always learning new cool stuff with salt strong keep it up thx you

[@purpledude5526]

Times sure have changed. Back in the 80's and 90's when I was fishing heavy, subjects like this never came up. You went to the store and bought a reel to go fishing. Most spincast could handle anything. I caught 5-7 lb carp on a Zebco 202 as a kid. My dad caught a 36" 8.5 LB Northern Pike on a Zebco 33. I stepped up to baitcasters and got a Quantum 310 MG (Mid 80's reel that was my first reel I bought from my first job 79.99) and it will handle anything. I love that reel and still have it today , its hanging right above my head here. I fished the Great Miami River for Smallmouth bass in '97 and bought the original Mitchell Spidercast rig with Spiderwire. Still have it today I just respooled some braid on it. I'm glad I have saved all my old reels now.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the input!

[@fgor]

That's the C in the name of the Fuego 3000. What it means is that it has the body of the lower size (in this case 2500) and the spool of a 3000. This is explained somewhere in the Daiwa website.

[@jkg6211]

As an old rod builder, I appreciate you guys covering one of the many topics we discuss with a customer - reel weight/size - as it seriously matters with overall balance, and longer fishing endurance. (two identical rods of weight, but one balanced and one not... you know how that experiment works out - especially with a fly rod) I wish you would have also included the topic of drag differences as well. Good info though, and good video as usual!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the suggestion and we appreciate the feedback!

[@kencleg7721]

Yup at 64 I feel that 4 hrs of white bass bite I go as light as I can using 5/8 spinners 30’ deep The power handles seem to work on the smaller rigs purchased a Zata 3 k probably should have got the 4 Not really impressive figured Abu should be there But it’s ok

[@jkg6211]

@@kencleg7721 Yes Sir, agreed. At 61, I can appreciate exactly what you mean. The handle size (overall design, diameter AND length) can all make an extremely dynamic overall difference, in not only casting performance, but especially - fatigue at the end of the day in many circumstances - but there's FAR more to it than that. (I wish Lefty Kreh was still here to chime in) Balance is a tad more critical than overall weight - and that also includes lure weight-to-rod/rod weight-intended design as well. As a rod builder, it's been a fun ride delving so deep over the decades, into something so many believe to be... "trivial"... and then decades later, watch them use our designs and swear by them. lol Sometimes the innovators are forgotten so quickly - especially in rod design. In my tenure, I've been extremely lucky to know the finest rod builders on the planet during the first few decades of the 21st century, and I'd be willing to bet 99.99998% of all fishermen - PROS INCLUDED - have never even heard their names mentioned. *sigh* Such is the industry, it seems...

[@juanvilchezizquierdo9188]

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[@kendebeer9269]

Fuego LT 1000D-P, 2000D-P 2500D 2500DXH 3000 4000D-C all have the same drag washers BG13 BG15 GS15 The same size drag, BG20 BG30 The same size drag, BG60 BG90 GS9 The same size drag....

[@richarde1355]

Great video. I bought a BG 4000 and a Penn Battle 4000 II, and the BG was more like a 5000 when compared to the Battle. I returned the Battle; the BG was a better tool for my needs and the BG seemed to be higher quality.

[@TommyS3119]

Really enjoy these videos. Nice to see comparisons, and reel sizes explained by experienced, and knowledgeable staff. Salt Strong is quality content. Thank you.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@nicks2377]

Great videos! Would the Fuego 3000 or BG 2500 be a better light setup for Key West fishing?

[@no1interfan08]

the C on Daiwa reels denotes compact body. So that is a 3000 reel with a 2500 body. You can also get 4000s with a compact 2500 size body. If you notice the BG 3500 and 4000 you compared do not have the C - Compact denomination hence the bigger body than the Fuego. 4000D-C reels are great if you like smashing your knuckles on the rotor.

[@fgor]

This!

[@divxrullz]

Well said - I believe no one expect to buy cheap reel with characteristics of expensive ones. What about drag power ? The BG series didn't change the drag power, 4000 series have same drag as 2500 series, but the size and weight is much bigger which means BG line is total crap and waste of money. Shimano has similar examples - cheap series are bigger, heavier and less power drag than expensive lines....

[@michaelkolbe5963]

Really depends on the guide size as to what reel to use .The line guide on reel should be centered with the center of bottom guide when line guide is closest to rod for best casting.

[@michaelmills7789]

Doesn't matter where the bail arm is as soon as it is is open, it goes straight to the first line guide .. straight** 😅

[@michaelkolbe5963]

@@michaelmills7789 Try using a 4000 size real on a ultralight then you'll catch on .

[@jaymartin3945]

Thanks for this review on the reels. It's much easier to listen to your review than to go thru all the data on line. And you point out details that one would not think of.

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you for watching!

[@markg6914]

Penn 2500, 7’ rod, 15lb braid is my go to setup for most situations

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jimeneazy5999]

This guy is a master salesman. Wish I had someone like you local.

[@EDDY_D26]

Would a 3000 or 4000 fuego be good for live bait/ dock / artificial …. Trying to figure out which best all around reel for a 7ft medium heavy fast rod … as it is my first and only rod for now.

[@travisbruno5964]

I have every BG reel from back in day till now and they are my favorite they all work flawless

[@w0lf149]

Daiwa BG?? I’m looking to buy one. Is this the only brand you have?

[@travisbruno5964]

@@w0lf149 i have every brand reel made pretty much but for salt i use shimano,diawa, lews and van stal

[@w0lf149]

@@travisbruno5964 what would YOU recommend for a 2000-3000 reel? I was thinking the daiwa BG 2500 as everyone raves about it but not to sure

[@w0lf149]

@myxer516 haha early reply just got the notification. Yea I bought a 2500 Daiwa BG it is amazing.. I just don’t use a 4000 ever I only fish rivers and lakes

[@rohzpopper4922]

Black Gold and their Korean copy ( Banax, surprising v good ) are Malaysian angler top saltwater reel

[@pegasus6724]

Thanks for upload

[@bongboy420allday]

I have 2 BG 6500s and 5 BG 8000s I love them

[@gregregor9689]

The 4000 series is I believe, the best reel for inshore salt. Slightly bigger than a 2500/3000 but has a much higher line capacity (specifically braid) I catch redfish and flounder on a Penn battle 4/penn battle 4 dx sitting on a medium light rod and it’s more than capable. For surf (bull red/sharks) I go for a 6000/8000 with a medium/medium heavy rod. For anyone just starting out, go for a 4000. The minimal size increase is well worth the extra line capacity. I only buy Penn reels, and I’ve never been disappointed.

[@gregregor9689]

**battle 3 series**

[@garyblack8717]

Yep, the 4000 has the line capacity to fight a sustained battle if you happen to tangle with a big red or Jack.

[@jake5752]

Look at it like this though, a fuego 2500 has 22lb max drag compared to 14-17lb on your average 4000 series reels. If you get spooled with 22lbs of drag, you brought the complete wrong setup for where you were fishing.

[@RichM0410]

Quick note. I’m not the “expert” at ANY type of fishing but the years fished will develop a feel/confidence for reels. To me, PENN speaks volumes as well as Dawai in 2nd (only because of less usage, however the time with Dawai has been excellent). Besides those 2…Not here to trash any manufacturers but 1 in particular, with many years of use,has been disappointing. Your use of the boxes and therefore keeping the reels organized made things sooo much easier to understand 👍

[@analogalbacore7166]

Spheros is the best.

[@theimpaler5034]

I wish u talk about max drag aswell major factor on reel sizes

[@unoriginal-copy-fake7582]

So could you tell me What is Daiwa 20Fuego LT 5000-c using 2020 using for casting or jigging ? Thanks

[@jacobhonest8394]

Awesomely explained ✨🔥

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@NHseacoast]

Great video ! What is the better reel the Fuego or the. BG in your opinion? Aluminum verses composite?

[@NHseacoast]

I could. Not open your link to your store To look at your reels Thanks, george

[@tunanorth]

About 40 years ago, the AFTMA [precourser to ASA] managed to get the reel manufacturers together, and agree on a standardized sizing system. it held together for about 5 years, and then things started to deviate substantially.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@Beesa10]

Thanks for the visual comparison, I'm not a novice or an expert, somewhere in between and this is useful information. I've recently bought a Daiwa Ninja 2500A freshwater reel, pleasantly surprised by the level of quality for the price, I'm considering another Daiwa reel in a larger size eg 3000 or 4000 and doing a bit of homework before buying.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@chriscook215]

Me too

[@randomrcdude1767]

Me who has a 5,000:*sweats nervously*

[@antoniocampisi803]

hi! Sorry but i can t understand fast english very well, so mq sizing is same of lt sizing, right? Example: 4000 fuego same size 4000 saltist mq

[@ARCSTREAMS]

how can i tell the size of a reel if i can not find such info on the reel of packaging? i have a new mitchell 300-c model and wondering what size reel this is?

[@freetexan246]

Waiting on a 2500 XH Fuego to come back in stock

[@lesterreaper9696]

I only use a spinner since I was 18 years old, tried using a bait caster got a lot of backlash no problem with the spinner.Thanks for your video.

[@Saltstrong]

You're welcome! Hope it was helpful!

[@MrDschaen]

I actually also spent a lot of time investigating this whole reel size issue and I much prefer the "older" system. That actually originated (afaik) from the following system: a 3000 size reel held 100m of 0.30 mono line, a 5000 size reel held 100m of 0.50 mono and so on. If you use reel capacity conversion calculators you can easily check this :) so the older Daiwa 5000 saltwater sizes that are now 8000 in the new system made more sense for actual comparison in terms of line capacity :)

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@kencleg7721]

Good point old school here Mitchell 300 410 s were just that deep shallow spools The new gear ratio reels 5.8 and above are something to get used to I have to remind myself not to get faster than the fish The torque values are different

[@paake3134]

Was planning on getting Fuego 1000 with 0.10 braid for perch, ans 3000 with 0.20 for pike. It's kind of proper braids and reel sizes for applications right?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@comfortablynumb9342]

Can you do this video with Penn reels?

[@bernievandeboogaard8364]

I will be fishing the Yukon River in Alaska This summer for Pike in the range of 44-53 inches. The guide requires 65lb braid. Is a 4000 series a good choice for this?

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for your question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3KR89kK

[@elvisp8104]

how come i got fuego in pink box? and no crew in knob handle,is riveted damn it

[@allenbmooresharinginformation]

Rarely got what I wanted when trying to order from catalogs or online stores over many years. No consistent standards of measurement between companies.

[@anonymous-yj4dl]

is the shimano stradic 4000fl a good fit for a st croix avid inshore MH?

[@hanfei6871]

Yes, 4000 on shimanos are close to 3000 reels of Daiwa. Balances pretty well.

[@rcajun8902]

the BG isn't listed on Diawa page ,I went to look at them and no BG

[@boldcityfishing9265]

I use Stradic FL 5000 and it is as big as BG 3000 and is so light. Has lots of drag too with power knob

[@Tallnerdyguy]

Ya stradic sizing is a bit small, my 3000 is closer to a 2000 BG

[@gogivunka]

I got one question, can we downsize Daiwa Airity 20 LT real from 3000CXH to 2500XH on a same body? thx for answering, good video btw!

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@Joe-bh4vz]

No. Alot of the internal parts are different.

[@jimmietomblin937]

What have you heard on the vanfords 5000

[@alexandergrey5913]

Also leg height to angle that which the line comes off to your 1st eye including the distance from spool to eye size for casting comes into the equation. I’m fussy git & have to try to pair up just right for casting. I’ve purchased excellent rods just because of the blanks then had eyes changed to match curve load/cast profile for a specific reel match.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the comment!

[@ariffkarim3173]

Hi guys! Need your help! For a 6 feet 10lbs-20lbs rod...what size reel in daiwa's LT line should I get??Thank you

[@Saltstrong]

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[@LivingLifeOurWay365]

Can you do this type of video maybe on pairing reels on rod length perhaps? Like maybe surf rods? It's a stretch to maybe ask. I struggle with stuff like this and am looking at either a bg 4000, tsunami shield 5000 or a van staal vr200 on a tsunami trophy 2 10ft rod. Target species would be striped bass, bluefish, then if I bring rod to Florida then obviously Jack's, snook, reds all with lures. And with 30lb braid. And currently using a 1st Gen penn battle 6000 with 50lb braid for mostly 1.5oz lures to max 3.5 ounces.

[@Saltstrong]

We have a few articles on the website covering rod and reel pairings. You can check some out here: www.saltstrong.com/?s=rod+pairing. And use the search to look for anything else. Feel free to leave a comment on those posts and our team will be able to respond back directly with any input and recommendations.

[@chriswalls5831]

Looking for a good one for big bass over 10 lbs

[@pirateking58]

Seems like you are trying to explain something that even the manufacturer can’t explain as to why the sizes are different between their lines of reels. Would be nice if the manufacturer would keep all 2500’s the same size and the 3000’s the same size etc.

[@Saltstrong]

Agree! Same with rods. Why can't there be agreed upon sizes?

[@fgor]

This is not true. Daiwa explains the size differences quite clearly. The reason the Fuegos in this video seem smaller is because of the C in the name. This is all explained in Daiwa's website.

[@DarthSeanious]

And Shimano is always a fair bit smaller then any other reel of the same 'size'

[@rrampage36]

💥 It's really just a measuring stick that manufacturers use to compare sizes between reels in the same model line. 1500, 2500, 3500 doesn't really mean any measurable spec of anything (weight, size, capacity etc...) Even with pickup trucks 150, 250 350 (Ford) 1500, 2500, 3500 (Chevy/Dodge) ...it used to mean 1/2 , 3/4 and 1 ton. Now with today's trucks having greater payloads & towing capacity...the designations are little more than for model comparison within the same brand.

[@maxdevenney3140]

What do you think about buying a BG 4000 and a separate 3000 spool and using the smaller spool for different applications?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@Joe-bh4vz]

Not possible

[@mail06513]

Great video!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@saltylawaia8958]

Saltist mq 4k. Stradic FL 5k. My favorites in my arsenal

[@mhyatt82262]

Correct and agreed. But they are a much higher caliber reel.

[@JPHET37]

I have the Fuego 4000 LT on a 8’ feet Diawa Tean Surf rod 😅best combo ever , I can cast a 3/4-1 ounce lure like 1-2 hours I don’t feel tired

[@Saltstrong]

It is a great reel!

[@user-or5ms9ne6r]

I have a Ashino local size 4000 from Thailand is pick it up for 10$ It like medium size Reel for children light weight and I put it on my daiwa liberty club short power a absolute nice combo for35$

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the comment!

[@kweeks10045]

This is a subject that I find many people don't realize. Sometimes you will see this with different products from the same manufacturer. Many times you will see a spinning reel product line and then a "saltwater" spinning reel line. One manufacturer has a 3000/3500 serious reel and but it's the same line capacity as 5000/5500 series in another product line.

[@Saltstrong]

Thats true, there is no "standard" for reel spool diameter. it can be quite confusing. Thanks for leaving a nice comment!

[@calallen8786]

Here in Florida 4000 is considered as a universal size meaning good for anything heck even hooked up a 50lb cobia with it on land got it in. 3000 or lower is good for light jigs, light lure or light biting fish like sheepshead etc, but Shimano all day for me.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@FrankLadd]

It is interesting to me that my 3500 Series Penn Spinfisher from the 90's seem about half the size of my 4000 size cheap Daiwa from last year. Is it the brands or did they get bigger with time? The cheap Daiwa is a lot smotther, holds a lot more line, and casts better. But one of my three Daiwas has already been retired because the anti reverse doesn't work. Both Penn's work about as well as they did 25 years ago.

[@RichardEnglander]

Daiwa changed their numbering system to match shimano, Daiwa 5000 were big, they aren't now.

[@rohzpopper4922]

Got BG 4500 twin anti reverse. If the anti reverse bearing kaput. I got the teeth anti reverse ones as back up !😁 Always buy BG. Top ten reel in the world !

[@henryschmidt636]

What's with your stockroom? Just Daiwas? 2500's usually have less drag. But why if the spool arbor on the 3000 is smaller to allow more line capacity. You can see it side by side. That tells you the drag washers in the 3000 are smaller than 2500's......

[@edwardwoltman3827]

So, what is the body size difference between the Diawa Ballistic 3000 MQ LT and the 4000 size....or are they the same body size........want to pair it with a ODM DNA 8'0 for light surf fishing in the Fall.............thanks.

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@robertmceuen3630]

Have a 4000 Phlueger President and 5000 Shimano Miravel. Use them for catfish, and both are wonderful. Phlueger costs way less.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Eric_Allen]

Does a larger reel make it easier to reel in a big fish, or is it mostly just extra line capacity?

[@peterkim1695]

The bigger reel with a bigger main gear could make it easier to fight a big fish

[@cameroneagle4370]

yes a larger reel makes it easier to fight a fish, i go with 4000.

[@davidleekalbjr.3035]

I tell ya, hook a thirty plus inch fish on a 1000 - 1500 size reel. It will spool or school ya.

[@Tallnerdyguy]

@@davidleekalbjr.3035 Proper drag pressure and practices

[@Tallnerdyguy]

@@peterkim1695 and longer handle makes leverage a big difference

[@coachhannah2403]

And here I think 1000 series are the heavyweights of my reel collection... 😎

[@FLjuanMatos]

I just saw a video where someone advised against buying a fuego because of the way it flexes. I wanted to ask questions about the flexing but the video has comments turned off. Do you also see unacceptable amounts of flexing in the fuego 3000?

[@Saltstrong]

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[@buddybeavers2691]

The 3000 Feugo was clearly larger than the 2500 on camera.

[@Saltstrong]

💪💪

[@kenneth9874]

It looks like it's foot is a bit longer as well

[@alananderson2961]

Great video awesome 😊

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you!

[@heathschwab]

I like them reb black reels. I never get new always have to buy used. But. This year ide love set of 6 red black ide like all 6 rods I use for bass to be same color. Not same size or name was few names so I can pick my best. Then when use and find the best I like I'll give away the others to some special kids out here at the lake or river. I've run group 15 years now going for 1 or 2 years left then stop the group. I'll hate that but my health can run it alone anymore but I hope I find few more soon my budget small so it's taken little to find some. Y'all have a god bless.

[@mariofalzon5490]

I am searching for a very strong spinning reel with the lowest gear ratio possible. Can you please suggest any models and brands?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@wmnapier]

What LB fish is the limit on the 4000 reels??? And what would you use for line & rod setup???

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the question. Please visit the full blog on our website and post your question there. That way, Justin can respond back directly with his input. You can find it here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@FrankLadd]

I notice on the Penn Pursuit reels the 3000 is only an ounce or so less than the 4000. Given that I'd take the 4000 but the 3000 could also do 90 percent of my other fishing.

[@bucmcmaster]

A 1000 size works perfectly for my inshore fishing needs.

[@mattnguyen1672]

Tbh I felt the same too. I love ultralight fishing. I use 1000 for trout and striper fishing. However I accidentally hooked on to a very large halibut inshore and it spooled me. So I just bought a 3000 shimano twin power xd. 30 lb of heat sealed drag

[@davidleekalbjr.3035]

You are a brave one. I also fish a 1000 - 1500 size. I also keep extra drag disks on hand. The big ones school or spool you. 8 or 10 pound braid 20 - 40 leader.

[@bucmcmaster]

@@davidleekalbjr.3035 I use 8# copolymer line and haven't had an issue yet.

[@bucmcmaster]

@@mattnguyen1672 Never been spooled but I suppose I'd call it one that got away, re-spool and get back at 'em.

[@mattnguyen1672]

@@bucmcmaster yeah but then you leave line and hook on the fish and in the water. For inshore sw atleast

[@rontruocchio5744]

i own a daiwa BG 3000 and daiwa BG 3500. you would think you wouldn't hardly be able to tell them apart. their completly two different animals. i have my 3000 on a lite 7ft rod that i use for fluke off the beach and the 3500 is right at home on a 9 ft surf rod for blues and bass. the 3500 is five ounces heavier than the 3000.

[@Saltstrong]

Yepp! The BG series is definitely geared towards Big Game primarily.

[@rabbitbully1810]

The Fuego is for artificials, the BG is for bottom fishing...

[@FisherMangyanTV]

Thank u🐠🎣

[@rohzpopper4922]

I got a Daiwa BG 4500.Twin anti reverse. Same reel size of Shimano 6000 !

[@Saltstrong]

Very nice!

[@agailframe6590]

Thank you very much

[@Saltstrong]

Any time

[@floydpollard9095]

what is the diffrence in in the drag pound?.

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@jackmauldinYT]

The supply of the salt strong headquarters or wherever is amazing!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@cowboysnation1594]

I’m doing inshore jetski fishing what reel size you recommend

[@Saltstrong]

Depends on the rod you're going to match it up with. For inshore fishing, 2500 or 3000 reels are great choices.

[@mikeblitzen]

what about prices?

[@williammilauskas]

What ever happened to the reverse feature on most spinning reels. I find it VERY useful to adjust the amount of slack line when fishing off a boat in the ocean.

[@Tallnerdyguy]

Saltwater leaking in is a big factor. A lot of people don't use that feature anymore

[@ichista]

I'd say your over 60 years old since they are the only ppl using that crap still

[@gunfisher4661]

Okuma salt water series has the reverse.

[@kenneth9874]

@@ichista maybe one day you'll have enough skill to take advantage of it

[@ichista]

@@kenneth9874 maybe you won't be 5 months late next time old man and if you need it that's your lack of skill lol

[@shanalajas8390]

Whats the best Daiwa spinning reels for 10kg fish? Newbie here.

[@Saltstrong]

Daiwa 2500 or 3000 size are ideal for inshore

[@hadjnabil4811]

thank you lot's

[@Saltstrong]

Glad we could help!

[@fuq584]

People usually sleep on the 3000 series reels most are within a few grams of the 2500 reels and hold so much more line. The only difference is usually a bigger spool. Although the added line does add more weight but its minimal im guessing this video was made to promote the slightly larger reels since there's more in stock currently 😂

[@Saltstrong]

Hahaha. We actually have WAY more 2500 reels than anything else. This video was made because so many people were asking why the reel sizes were so inconsistent. Tight lines.

[@hellomcfly2438]

Well said ,I use a nasci 3000 smooth spinner ,great for the surf out here in socal

[@miyamotomusashi692]

@@hellomcfly2438 just shimano 👑

[@Tallnerdyguy]

Some have different handles (3000 shimano has T handle, 2500 has paddle) and slightly different crank length

[@agoojjim]

@@hellomcfly2438 what kind of rod do you use for your nasci 3000?

[@mikehuntsmells]

Wait you don't go out with an 8000 to fish for minnows

[@Kralex31]

4k Saltis mq Compare to 4K BG which has bigger spool ?

[@ROLFCOPTERZZ]

Might not be like that for other brand though

[@gabrieldelatrinidad4422]

What is the difference between cross fire 4000 lt and the 4000 bg?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@anthonygant5620]

Tell me something about the actual size and material of the gears themselves.

[@Saltstrong]

We have videos for those! Specific reels are covered on our channel. This is just a basic overview of the different sizes and how they compare between different manufacturers

[@poepflater]

Depending on the manufacturer the number could also relate to the max line diameter it is specced for. I know almost all my old Silstars use this "rule" the last two digits in the model no (later the only two digits in the model no) was the metric max line diameter. then unless the reel was a long line model it would typically wold about 100m of the thickest specked lkine, except for those old closed face reels, they tend to have really small spools.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing!

[@rontruocchio5744]

i feel larger diameter spools cast further than small spools thats why i'll get a size bigger. i don't necessarily care about a spools capability to carry 300 yds of 20 or something like that. for me 150 yds is fine. braid is expensive and i'm not loading up a spool with 20 dollars worth of line thats gonna be buried for two seasons then thrown out. old mono to fill the spool a third of the way up than my braid up to the top works just fine.

[@Saltstrong]

We've actually done some tests on this! Check it out: www.saltstrong.com/articles/3000-1000-spinning-reel-casting-distance/

[@seatee4770]

The 3000 Fuego will cast slightly farther than the 2500 though.

[@Saltstrong]

Because it holds more line

[@seatee4770]

@@Saltstrong No. Slightly larger diameter spool allows farther casts.

[@Juju79222]

What rod for a 4000

[@kencleg7721]

All the inshore can be done w 1500-3500 type reels. 10-20 braid leader w 3-4’ 12-17 lb mono red fish to flounder to spec t

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@samzach2057]

No mention of actual line capacity???? How can you make a comparison of reel sizes without including line capacities?

[@UserUser-zm3fo]

That and weight is all I look at.

[@Tallnerdyguy]

And drag capacity

[@piscamaniac]

Daiwa LT3000 reels are bigger than LT2500 reels. It's the lt3000-C that is smaller. You need to learn what the letters mean, c means compact i.e. one body size smaller than regular reel. Take a look at the freams, for instance, comes in LT3000-C and larger LT3000 size.

[@adamray2305]

This seems like you're splitting hairs too finely... You're never going to sit there and curse your reel out when you lose a fish, and say to yourself "I would've had that fish if it weren't for this undersized reel!" No, you lose a fish because a knot slips or the line breaks... i say, get a reel you like, cuz the differences between the reels are so minor, that someone who doesn't fish for 15hrs a day isn't going to notice.

[@steveteetor4301]

Or you're fishing for a 50-100# Wahoo or maybe a big Dolphin and a 600# Marlin decides to hit. Smoked that reel, Penn Senator 113H. Dolphin tournament out of Marathon with the typical 25# rigs and a 350# Marlin gloms onto a schoolie that you've just hooked up, actually released that one after 1.75 hrs.

[@steveteetor4301]

The real reason is that most people don't set their drags properly. I back off all of the drags when I get home and reset them to 30% of line weight before going out the next time. SET IT AND NEVER TOUCH IT! I've lost tens of thousands of dollars from anglers playing with the drags.

[@adamray2305]

@@steveteetor4301 I understand what you're saying, and hear you. But those are special circumstances and not necessarily the fault of the reel, it's more of not having the right weight of line for that accidental hook up. Personally, aside from one nurse shark, I've never caught anything bigger than my hand, so I've not the best experience to know all the differences between the reels and their impact on fishing.

[@bradfallin2698]

Unless this is your livelihood there are just WAY too many real choices/options for us once or twice a month fishermen. When I bought four reals to go on four different sized poles it felt to me like throwing darts.

[@shiv_thapa]

How much is the BG3500 and BG4000 cost ?

[@Saltstrong]

About $120 retail! fishstrong.com/collections/reels/products/daiwa-black-gold?variant=40395984339118

[@andrewdensmore286]

The actual crank handle looks pretty different 2500-3k

[@slamvibes]

That was my exact take, even before noticing how there appeared a clear size difference. Would've been great to know any rationale or effect that has on general feel with all else seeming comparable.

[@tbone541]

What's the best buy under 200 dollars?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the community where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3lBHJdf

[@gunfisher4661]

Okuma reels are a bit simpler in their size numbering they 10,20,30,40,and on up to 90, well they have some half sizes too like 45

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@mitchmoe6224]

Had you just suggested buying a Shimano Stradic FL in 3000 size you wouldn't have had to explain all of this.

[@Saltstrong]

That's like buying a Pontiac G6 instead of an F250... Shimano's products and customer service has gone WAY downhill over the last year. Ironically, this was also the first year in forever that Shimano didn't win a single award in the reel categories at ICAST. But if you love Pontiacs, then Shimano is the way to go.

[@mitchmoe6224]

@@Saltstrong haha ....because you're not a diawa fan boy. I have far to many reels of all brands, including diawa. I was just joking around and have no experience with shimanos customer service in recent times. However the 3000 size stradic model fl just so happens to be on my favorite rod, maybe it's not reel and just the rod that makes the whole combination feel good? If you're going to compare shimano reels to a Pontiac G6 then diawa wouldn't be an F250....maybe more like a prius

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

@@Saltstrong I wouldn’t buy any American crap car.

[@Tallnerdyguy]

@@Saltstrong they also didn't roll out with any new spinning reels, so not really a valid statement...

[@Jritchey1211]

@@Tallnerdyguy New Nasci, New Sustain, New Spheros SW (in larger sizes) 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ and yet I didn't see an Awards...