Scorpio

I use a Chronarch MGL. I think it is perfect for this application.

I have purchased a few brand new Daiwa Aggrests for under $100. These are great reels.

The Sol is much better than the other two for light line/lure applications. I have all three.

I have two and they have held up great. Good value.

Super nice reel. Good luck with it.

I also have used the Tournament Pro hard for over a year now. It is every bit the reel as a Revo Premier. I compare it to the Premier because that reel seems to be a gold standard for the money these days. I fish both side by side and the TP performs identically (casting distance, smoothness, no backlashes, etc). Costs less too.

I have had mine for over a year. I use it hard with braid. It is as smooth as the day I got it and it is holding up well.

Good job on the review.

Spinning or Baitcasting?

For Pete's sake, the op never even used the Lew's reel. Imflammatory post.

Jeb--Let us know the difference it makes. Thanks

Correct. The Shimano reps say its the same reel. Hooligan is right.

Nothing to laugh about, you are right. From a performance perspective, the gold Carbonlites and Shimano Citica E (clearance prices) are the best values in baitcasters today.

Yes--stick with the heavier baits, also I agree with you on the Lews.

I still have 2 Cayennes. All are the same: I need to set them at 6 with the spool tension knob set that the lure falls slowly to the ground. I get the exact same distance I do with the Curado 200E7 this way. Note: I have read numerous places that you can throw light baits well with the Cayenne. I never found this to be true. Stick with the heavier baits.