i have recently done some research on okuma reels and am impressed.  i read a review from a prevous post saying the metaloid was the best buy for my money.  since then i have found a few inpiras for just about the same price.($5 difference)  has anyone used them.  would you buy this reel over the metaloid?  i think i am going to go with the inspira if no one can tell me otherwise.

I have both the new alumina in 20 size and the new inspira in 30 size. These are aluminum framed reels.  I fish everday and both reels are holding up well, great drags, cast well, and smooth cranking. I have read the reviews on the metaloid and seems to me the weight was the deterent.

Can't speak for the metaloid but I've been very happy with the Inspira 30.  Very smooth reel and drag. For only $5 difference you might consider the Inspira.  Good luck whichever you choose.  I think Okuma is going to get a lot more popular in the near future.

I have both reels the inspira IS 30 & Metaloid MD 20 I love them both but the Inspira is whole step up in value and it is the newer model the metaloid is discountinued. THe Inspira IA 30 is a very light and the best of the reels mentioned.

I absolutly love my Okuma spinning reels. At the price and quality, I don't see the need to get anything different. I have used a couple of them for three years now and I still haven't had a problem with them.