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Originally Posted by SamSteele
Both the Stradic Ci4 and the Pfleuger Supreme XT are magnesium bodies. This makes them lighter reels, but they don’t handle saltwater at all. They haven’t been around as long as the traditional reel body materials so the jury is still out on their long term durability for freshwater applications.
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I can't speak to the Pflueger, but you are entirely incorrect when it comes to the CI4.
The Stradic CI4 is carbon fiber with a titanium bail. It also has Core Protect, which means it is 100% sealed, and is therefore not only rated for salt water use by Shimano, but actually a favourite among the inshore saltwater crowd due to the light weight, strength of the body, X-Ship gearing, and the excellent drag.
I wouldn't worry about the long term durability of the Stradics, the bodies have a very solid track record, the gear mechanisms are cold forged in Shimano's own proprietary factories and they're supported by sealed stainless steel bearings.