They are very cool reels, they cast like a dream and I have had mine for 5 or 6 years now and I must say it was worth the $200 I paid because it casts crankbaits a mile. The only problem is I have used it for ripbait and it tore up the gearing, Then to make matters worse i sent it back to Diawa and they charged me 50 bucks to fix it! To bad Diawa doesnt have the quality customer service that shimano does. Keep the reel you'll be very happy with it I'm sure, and if you not, let me know!

Brian #2