Hi all. Been reading the posts for a while and now want to get some opinions before I put any MORE money into gear.
I've heard from many people on numerous boards from up and down the coast on how much better an Abu Garcia will beat the pants off a Shimano but isn't as good as a Penn.
So, after months of practicing my knots, reading up on rigs, shockers, leaders, lures, lead, lines and all the assorted trappings, I'd like to know what everyone thinks about their reels.
You're now wondering what I'd like to do with a reel. Well, everything that the regulars are doing: Fishing and casting for long distances, while handling either heavy line for whoppers or light line for bait.
Thanks for all your input. I have two reels (not going to tell you) but I'm searching for a new one.

I've heard from many people on numerous boards from up and down the coast on how much better an Abu Garcia will beat the pants off a Shimano but isn't as good as a Penn.
So, after months of practicing my knots, reading up on rigs, shockers, leaders, lures, lead, lines and all the assorted trappings, I'd like to know what everyone thinks about their reels.
You're now wondering what I'd like to do with a reel. Well, everything that the regulars are doing: Fishing and casting for long distances, while handling either heavy line for whoppers or light line for bait.
Thanks for all your input. I have two reels (not going to tell you) but I'm searching for a new one.