Anyone have any experience with this model?

 

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/lews-tournament-laser-classic-speed-spool-slp-baitcast-reel

 

They appear to only be sold at Academy.  I need 3 new baitcasters, and I'm partial to Lews but I don't know anything about this one.  I picked one of these up for $70 today when I saw them on clearance.  

 

I know it's a graphite frame instead of aluminum.

 

I'm just trying to decide whether to rig it up and fish it, or return it.  

I have Lews also I don't have that model but looks like a good reel. Give it a try you might like it.

Academy sells a combo version.  It seems to be well reviewed.  

I bought one also and it makes 3 that I have. I think it is an excellent reel. Fished with a friend today and he picked up one of my older ones and was more than impressed with the smoothness and cast ability. I have been online tonight trying to find him one and I would certainly take another myself. I got my last one at Academy two days ago on clearance also then they told me 50% of clearance. $46 bucks.