When I returned to bass fishing some 10 years ago, I thought Abu Gracia were the finest reels I could buy and I wanted what I thought were the best. Boy, was I wrong. I bought both top of the line Abu Garcia bait casters and spinning reels. How disapointed I was in their performance. Line twists line you would not believe with the spinning reels, screws fell out of the baitcasters, etc.

I have found happpiness with Diawa reels. They have never failed me and with minimal service, have provided years of good service. The "Twist buster" feature of the spinning reels is excellent.

There are several models of Daiwa reels in your price range, and I know you will be satisfied with their performance.

Fred