Shimano Spirex 4000 FG Front Spin

I love the quick fire trigger, after using the Shimano Syncopate, I wanted the best Shimano reel I could find with the quick fire trigger. That's where this Spirex comes into the picture. I have been a fisherman all my life, and this is one of, if not the BEST spinning reels I have ever owned. It might rotate a bit stiffer then other spinning reels, generally the cheaper reels spin more freely, but "it's a trap!" These quality reels have better gears and a tighter tolerance in assembly.I like how this reel feels in my hand, it casts beautifully. The double handle is a big plus.I paired this reel with an Abu Garcia Vengeance 7 foot rod, medium heavy.I use a lot of both spinning and bait caster reels. The spinning reel has its place in fishing. After a lifetime of fishing, I can say with certainty this is a great spinning reel and paired with the Vengeance spinning rod, it's a dream combo.My wish is this - this mid range priced spinning reel is so good, I'd love to see the quick fire trigger on a Shimano Stella. Maybe your reading this Shimano!!Some have complained about the lack of rear drag, I don't find this to be an issue at all, as I usually don't mess with the drag. I'm more of a set it and forget it fisherman, and play the fish with the rod.I like the 4000 size. It's plenty of reel for most of the Oklahoma fish I catch. Catfish reels are a totally different ballgame.Final thought;You should have bought this reel yesterday! Ha!I think you will love this reel as much as I do, just remember it's not going to spin as freely as a cheap reel.

Love this reel because of the Trigger--allows you to cast more. Also smooth. I have about 15 of these and the only spinning reel that own...

Arrived with loose Quick Fire Trigger. Looks like it was some sort of display model or so?

I fish in salt water exclusively, spinning lures between 3/8th ounce to 1/2 ounces. This Spirex 4000 FG is nearly identical to the rear drag model; featuring the Quick Fire II trigger. I personally am "hooked", pun intended, on the Quick Fire system. It take a huge step out of the next cast, and most importantly, I don't have to take my eyes off an area where I want to put a follow up cast. It also speeds up and simplifies my fishing experience each outing.The action is very smooth, hardly any wobble when reeling fast and the drag is very smooth. Regarding it's overall weight, I rate it as average. I would have liked if it where a little lighter, but I'm guessing that for a middle of the pack reel in the Shimano line-up, its about par with the competition in this price range. This reel only comes with one spool, would have earned the 5th star if it came with a second/spare.The line fires off the reel nicely, with hardly any resistance for long, really long casts. The line lays very evenly on retrieval, and so far, I've never experience a bird's nests, fouls, or tangles. It's built like a tank, and I expect this reel to last me a very long time. I also have the rear drag model, and though I've heard the arguments of rear drag verses front drag, I personally find the drag performance to be a non issue. Both are very smooth, predictable and strong. I mainly used 10 lb. mono in this set up.There are two concerns on the Spirex 4000's. Servicing and adjusting the drag during a hook up. To service a rear drag model yourself is more delicate than the front drag model. Also in rear drag models, salt build-up happens more than the front drag model. If you service your reels yourself, don't neglect cleaning and protecting the rear drag system. As for the plus on the rear drag system, its much easier to adjust your drag while fighting a fish on the line since you don't have to reach in front of your reel and potentially mess up. Lastly, the center of balance is different between both models, rear and front drag Spirex's. You can definitely feel the difference when mounting this on your rod. Both are solid, dependable reels that you'll be happy to own.

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