ICAST 2013: Shimano Chronarch CI4+

I'm a big Shimano fan, always have been, probably always will be. Just wanted to get that disclaimer out there. With that being said, I really like the new Chronarch CI4+. It's designed as a reel in between the regular Chronarch and Core, but with many of the best features of both.

Here's three things I got from a quick inspection:

1. Super light: I didn't catch the exact specs, but it's really, really light.
2. Solid: Even with the lightweight, it still feels solid and like it can handle heavy baits and big bass.
3. Sleek: It feels like a sports car design. That's one of the biggest cliches in describing new products, but for this reel it fits.