Shimano Stradic CI4+ 4000 RA with fighting drag The new Stradic CI4+ FA features the very latest lightweight CI4+ body with an AR-C lightweight spool, producing excellent overall weight saving making this new model perfect for lightweight rods. The ultra-light Magnumlite CI4+ rotor gives a super smooth rotation feeling. With X-ship gearing and 5 ball bearings (plus a Shimano roller bearing) the Stradic CI4+ RA generates a powerful cranking performance together with improved smoothness, to cope with even the most demanding situations. Available in two sizes, 2500 and 4000 What is CI4+? CI4+ is an advanced version of the original CI4. This highly technical material is 2.5 times stiffer than CI4 and is used on many high-end Shimano reels to increase weight savings. Use of CI4+ for the body and rotor also delivers remarkable stiffness for better reel efficiency.