the reason I want to do the upgrade on the spool is 1) I find the reel is rather slow to start when pitching. 2) I bought mine new at sport chalet for 89. I figure 89+50(spool) = 139. If just the spool upgrade will give me bsf like performance, it is well worth the money. Plus, i have small hands also and like to palm my reels and the 200 size is just a tad too big since I am used to daiwa.

btw, is there anyone besides heartland tackle that carries the spool?