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I have 5 Shimano Sahara 2500 Spinning reels, and they are starting to have the same problem of locking up and hard reeling under a load. It seems this is a common problem.
I am thinking of replacing them with something else in the 80 to 120$ range. What is your suggestions if you had to get new spinning reels the same size as the 2500, what would you go with that is known to last with little problems. I use braid on all but 1 and use them in a med duty application. Would like to get some feedback on this one.

I’ve had that same problem with my symetres, especially after getting wet. I used to oil them up and the problem would go away for a bit but then return after a few trip. I finally stripped them completely down, casing and all and the problem seemed to be a buildup of grease and oil in the housing of the reel. Cleaned th up and problem solved. Spinning reels seemed to be a lot less complicated than casting reels. I know that’s not exactly what you were asking for, just my two cents.

straight forward fix. Feel free to give me a call. Dan 650-454-4938

I highly recommend Dan Isaac,

He fixed my Shimano Stradic CI4+, great price, quick turnaround time, and quality work!

Thank's again Dan!

I would suggest Dan as well if you want to keep them. I have the old stradic's and Dan has kept them going at a very reasonable price.

Consider looking at these Diawa reels. I back reel fish as opposed to always worrying about the drag settings and Shimano removed the anti reverse switch feature on the new reels so these Diawa reels fit my needs.I currently have two and every review I have read folks love them and love the price point.

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_BG ... e-DBG.html

Richie Rich