Wakina what make of rods are you using with your Tekota reels
Quote Originally Posted by wakina View Post
My first choice is of course Tekota 300 by Shimano, I realize those are out of your desired price range. I also have 4 Okuma Coldwater reels that I use when there are 3 or more on board. They are very nice reels that can be had for around $90.00. I have had 0 issues with the Okuma reels.

Before the Coldwater reels I used the Convector reels for several seasons. I sold them when I got the Tekota reels and the Convectors were every bit as reliable as the Coldwater reels. They are still in use today as a friend of mine bought them. So for the money I don't think you would be disappointed in the Okuma line. I just cannot recommend the Okuma Magda Pro reels as they fit in on the bottom of the starter reels.