texvet

I'v4 got a half dozen Miravel's 2500-3000and 4000's and I've got 4 Simano Stradic 4000FG the white and gold classics I bought new around 2007 or 8, I also have 3 of the New Shimano Vanfords 4000. I use all of them often, and my favorite reel's out of all of those, is the Stradic 4000FG's. Maybe because I have used them for 20 years, but they have never once had an issue and feel amazing in your hand. The Vanford cost more and it is, a smooth as butter reel, that has all the bells and whistles and is a really great reel that will last forever and is the best on the market right now as far as I am concerned. But, I'm just partial to the old Stradic 4000FG. As for the Miravel's, they are a great budget reel (around $140.00) that will last for years to come and they are smooth as butter as well. If anybody wants a great reel on a budget, then go with the Miravel, you will not be sorry. It is a great reel, which is why I have 6 of them as well. If you want a reel that is top of the line go with the Shimano Vanford, it's probably the best made reel out of all these others, and the best on the market at this time. I would recommend the Shimano Stradic 4000FG but, they don't make the Stradic 4000FG any longer. However, you can keep an eye out on eBay and every now and then somebody will sell one on there. If you see one for sell on there, don't hesitate, they are the best reel you will ever use, in my opinion. Good luck and catch one for me when you're out there.