I highly recommend that you take a look at the incredibly detailed analysis of the $99 bait cast reels on the market by TackleTour.com.  They have left no stone unturned in a look at every facet of their components and performance. 

But nobody ever asks "What is the best $100 reel?" LOL

28 minutes ago, jbsoonerfan said:

But nobody ever asks "What is the best $100 reel?" LOL

Well I did about a month ago and am now feeling pretty good about my slx purchase after reading that review

Enjoyed the piece.

 

I think that you can feel pretty good about any of the hundred dollar reels compared.

1 hour ago, Choporoz said:

Enjoyed the piece.

 

I think that you can feel pretty good about any of the hundred dollar reels compared.

Yeah, I think the important takeaway is at the end... where he basically said "they all feel the same" haha. 

2 hours ago, jbsoonerfan said:

But nobody ever asks "What is the best $100 reel?" LOL

I think a lot of people do.  Probably more people than you would think, once you hit 100 dollars people think that is pretty expensive.  And it is, for the guy that fishes once in a while...

Should have used the sarcasm font...:P

3 minutes ago, J Francho said:

Should have used the sarcasm font...:P

Since I live in the realm of sarcasm I am caught off guard when others use it