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I know this is going to sound like a dumb question, but where/what is Wbeach?

I posted a very similar question on this board not long after I bought (& eventually returned) a Penn Battle 4000. I don't recommend this reel at all.

I eventually went with Stradic Ci4 4000 for my inshore red/trout fishing. Used it for the first time last weekend and absolutely love it. It's ...

Even though I didn't get hooked up on anything to get over-excited about, I just figured I'd follow this up with an actual report of how it went.

My buddies and I got up a little later than anticipated on Sat. (Brian over at Big Deck's sure was heavy handed when he made those drinks Fri night :lick ...

Thanks for the feedback guys! Will be bringing the yak for sure & breaking in a brand new Ci4 as well.

I think I've decided to try the Atsena Otie Key area, as the shell mound is a bit far from where we're staying.

That's a lot of good advice Jim, I appreciate it. I'm sure I'll be at the dock at ...

Thanks Salty! Where exactly is the shell mound area, if you dont mind me asking?

Also, I've heard of a large oyster bar that's not too bad to paddle to down there but I'm not sure where exactly that is either...

Anyone ever fished here? I have to go to Cedar Key this weekend for a buddy's birthday & was debating bringing the kayak.

I've looked at some aerials & it appears to have some pretty prime trout/redfish fishing areas. I've looked around the web for more info on this area but can't seem to find ...

Thanks for all of the overwhelming help guys! After all of the replies, I am now leaning toward the Ci4, but am completely undecided between the 3000 or 4000 model. Hopefully I can make my mind up soon & be back in the water when all this rain clears out.

Thanks again guys!

I had all but assumed the 4000 was the way to go, but it sounds like most of you have 3000 or less. Any real big difference?

So, over Easter weekend I bought a Penn Battle 4000 & had the guy at Bass Pro spool on some 15 lb PowerPro braid. Took it out to Mexico Beach this past weekend to test her out &, needless to say, it was wind knot city. I didn't read the reviews on this model until after I bought it (smart move ...