Shimano C2000S - C5000XG Spinning Reel 23 Stradic Various
The Shimano Stradic C2000S delivers premium spinning performance for Great Lakes steelhead and trout with its 6.3:1 gear ratio and smooth 6+1 bearing system. At just 7.3 oz, this lightweight reel excels at drift fishing with floats and casting light lures in tributaries. The 6.6 lb max drag provides reliable stopping power for chrome-bright steelhead runs.
8 of 31 Alley rivers blown out right now — 3 still fishable.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Shimano C2000S - C5000XG Spinning Reel 23 Stradic Various used for?
Shimano's spinning reel is set up for spinners & spoons, float fishing, and bottom bouncing targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Addiction with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Shimano C2000S - C5000XG Spinning Reel 23 Stradic Various work for?
This spinning reel is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon, smallmouth. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Shimano C2000S - C5000XG Spinning Reel 23 Stradic Various?
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Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
8 of 31 Alley rivers blown out right now — 3 still fishable. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Key Specs
Features
- + Gear ratio: 6.3 / Practical drag force: 4.4 lbs (2 kg); Maximum drag force: 6.6 lbs (3 kg)
- + Weight: 7.3 oz (185 g) / Spool Diameter: 1.7 inches (44 mm) / Stroke: 0.5 inches (13.5 mm)
- + Line Capacity: Nylon (lb-m) 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 / Fluoro (lb-m) 4-130, 5-100, 6-80 / PE (no.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120
- + Maximum winding length (per handle rotation): 3.4 inches (87 cm), Handle length: 1.8 inches (45 mm)
- + Number of Bearings (BB/Roller): 6/1
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