Shimano is undeniably one of the best when it comes to rod and reel construction. The new Shimano 7' FXS-70MB2 (2 pc) spinning rods are Fast Action, Medium Power (Line Wt. = 6-14 lbs.). Highly versatile, these Shimano FXS spinning rods can be used in a wide variety of river, stream, lake, or saltwater applications with mono, flouro, or braid. Supported by highly favorable ratings, and known for their dependability, reliability, and durability, these Shimano FXS spinning rods pair up perfectly with their IX4000R reel mates.
This reel incorporates the application of Shimano's vast knowledge and experience at an unbelievably low price. The IX4000R spinning reel is among the cheapest that Shimano makes, giving the everyday fisherman “a major bang for his buck.” The reel is so versatile, it can be used effectively in a wide variety of river, stream, lake, or saltwater applications with mono, flouro, or braid.
The Shimano IX4000R spinning reels have a Gear Ratio of 4.1:1; Maximum Drag = 15 lbs.; Line Capacity (lbs.-yds.) = 12-160; PowerPro Braided Line Capacity (lbs./yds.) = 30-175; Retrieval = Interchangeable; Recovery = 24" per crank; & Weight = 11.4 oz.
Buy the components, and you will pay $18.74 ($12.99 + $0.78 tax + $4.97 VS) for a 7' Shimano FXS-70MB2 (2 pc) spinning rod and $18.74 ($12.99 + $0.78 tax + $4.97 VS) for a Shimano IX4000R spinning reel, a total of $38.54 for the rod and reel. Add the cost of the line, $10.91 ($7.49 + $0.45 tax + $2.97 VS) for the 12 lb. Berkley Trilene XL Clear Mono, $16.93 ($13.96 + $2.97 VS) for the 20 lb. KastKing Blue Braid, or $23.62 (17.59 + $1.06 tax + $4.97 VS) for the 30 lb. PowerPro Moss Green Braid, and you come up with the following totals:
1 combo with 12 lb. XL = $48.39 ($37.48 + $10.91), 2 combos = $ 96.78;
1 combo with 20 lb. KK = $54.44 ($37.48 + $16.93), 2 combos = $108.82;
1 combo with 30 lb. PP = $61.10 ($37.48 + $23.62), 2 combos = $122.20
Note that the difference in price is a function of the line selected, with XL mono being the lowest price ($10.91) and PowerPro, state-of-the-art braid (made from the same material as bullet-proof vests) being the highest price ($23.62).
Follow up on this ad, and you can buy:
1 combo with 12 lb. Berkley Trilene XL Clear Mono for $45 or 2 for $80;
1 combo with 20 lb. KastKing Superpower Blue Braid for $50 or 2 for $90;
1 combo with 30 lb. PowerPro Moss Green Braid for $55 or 2 for $100.