I use mr3,amundson etc etc but my wife wanted a level wind so I got her a cabelas stainless steel branded level wind reel on a 91/2 ft talora rod. She was in the head while fishing last year and I had the duty/pleasure of bringing in a 281/2 lb spring on it. I hate to admit it but it was more than adequate!! Good fun and the line counter works well-once you are used to it-could be useful. She also has the non-stainless version in mexico but it is not as good as the stainless version-they say the inner workings are the same but just doesn't seem as good. I think 129 dollars in canadaLove my MR 3's but just had another hand surgery. Looking to switch to level wind reels. Have GLoomis rods. looking at the shiminao Talica any opinions? Any suggestions for level wind reel options.
Thanks
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