New linecounter reels

[M.A.D. Eyes]

Dave, the reels were the magda series, they had them on sale and I bit on the price. Should have went for the cold water series and been happier.

[Davesnothere]

Yes, the Magda Pros are plagued with issues from what I see here. I did the same trying to save a few pennies but luckily only bought two Magda Pros before my desire to try the Okuma Cold Waters took over. The Cold Waters look, feel and perform so much better. They are so much smoother even a rookie notices. I am no expert and have not used the other highly recommended reels here but this would be good info for anyone considering new reels, if only to eliminate the Magda Pro from your choices. I highly recommend spending the extra couple of $$ for the better quality reels, you will be very glad you did, especially in the heat of the moment when good equipment makes a huge difference. I am glad I did, and I am about as tight with my $'s as they come.