20 hours ago, Jeff H said:

 

Consider that I use Trilene XT, which is fairly stiff line and known for it's "memory".  I have zero problems with 8lb XT on my 2500's.  The time it's at it's worst is in cold temps.  XT gets real stiff in colder temps.

 

I have 1-2000 size and 1-1500 size that I use 6lb XT on.  8lb doesn't work that well on those 2 reels, the 2500 is the better and proper choice.

 

The good thing about your choice of the 3000 is you can run a little heavier line if you ever decide you want to.

I have several 35 and 40 series reels if I need more capacity. My 35 shakespeare reel has about the same capacity as the 3000 RG-AB. I use Trilene XL  which is the far casting low memory version of the Trilene Line. The RG-AB 2500 holds 170 yards of 8 lb mono. Which is PLENTY for bass. It weighs 8.8 ounces and has almost 9 lbs of drag which is also plenty.The 2500 is lighter so I probably will choose the 2500. Plus i like the handle on the 2500 better. It has a normal handle instead of that stupid power handle.

 Good choice!  You'll be very happy with the 2500 RG-AB.

Thanks for the help and advice. I found the reel for 45$ or so on the Walmart site. I'm not sure why everything is so cheap there haha. 

On December 19, 2016 at 4:33 PM, Jeff H said:

 Good choice!  You'll be very happy with the 2500 RG-AB.