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bbills4x
03-28-2016, 04:59 PM
Trying to decide between a penn spin fisher 4500 live liner or a shimano bait runner 4000d for use on a 8ft rod from a pier and on a party boat for stripers, which is the better choice from experience, thanks
SplitShot
03-28-2016, 06:31 PM
MY Vote: Shimano :D
swcody13
03-28-2016, 09:23 PM
The spinfisher ratio is over 6 which in my opinion is too high for the application. Shimano's Baitrunner is Definitely under 5, I believe 4.8:1 which is a "just-right" feel for the kind of fishing a Baitrunner would be used for. I'd go with shimano also
MrAC1980
03-29-2016, 10:15 AM
Like others have said, go with the Shimano and dont look back.
june181901
03-29-2016, 03:39 PM
I use a Shimano and have no complaints. Not used a Penn bait runner.
catfishonthelake
03-29-2016, 03:53 PM
You definitely won't be disappointed with the Shimano. Just a word to the wise...I have a couple of those 4000's that I use for carp fishing. They're smaller than you'd think. Just make sure you hold one in your hand if you're gonna order online or you might be disappointed.
henro
03-29-2016, 04:39 PM
I have a Shimano Thunnus CI4 8000 and would highly recommend it.
rubberheels
03-29-2016, 05:10 PM
Shimano ALLWAYS!
bbills4x
03-29-2016, 09:06 PM
Ended up purchasing the Shimano bait runner 6000d, thanks for the input
jlrotary
03-29-2016, 10:18 PM
FWIW I purchased a Shimano bait runner and had issues after 3 trips. Shimano didn't repair it, but replaced it. A week later a package came from them and in it was the spool with braid from the damaged reel. So I ended up with a free spare. Good customer service.
Gerry Zagorski
03-30-2016, 09:49 AM
I have the 8000d Shimano and it's been good. Don't use it all that much since I mostly fish conventionals. Had it for 4 seasons and the handle got tight, one of the bearings started to grind and the bail springs were sticking. Sent it back to Shimano and for $30 they fixed everything and its working like new.

The 8000 might be a little big for your needs and the 4000 too small. I think the 6000 might be a good choice.
MrAC1980
03-30-2016, 10:01 AM
Gerry thats from all the dust collecting on it from non usage! Wait I can't remember, do you fish?? :confused::D:p
SplitShot
03-30-2016, 10:03 AM
I have a Thunnus 6000 and used it a lot last year livelining and snag/drop. Perfect size for me from Spring through Fall :D
Gerry Zagorski
03-30-2016, 12:32 PM
Gerry thats from all the dust collecting on it from non usage! Wait I can't remember, do you fish?? :confused::D:p

Not as much as I'd like AC but prolly more then you :p
SaltLife1980
04-01-2016, 10:21 PM
I have the Shimano and i love it!