Quote Originally Posted by luvpt View Post
I used the Okuma 15's and 20's for several years and they worked well most of the time at a throwaway price. However, we never did not like the drag on the Okuma's and have since changed over to Abu Garcia 6500LC's. If a good smooth and very adjustable drag is important to you then consider the Garcia's. Otherwise, for most purposes, keep them clean/lubed and the Okuma's will work fine.
Steve,

Where have you found the best prices on the Abu Garcia 6500LC's? Looked at these when we upgraded but just couldn't pull the trigger due to the price. I thought I would try to purchase a few along the way to easy the pain! Looked at the digital Diawas but was concerned about how long the digital read out would work under tough use. Creek just posted that they have held up for him so I guess that has not been a problem. I just can't keep from thinking about the abuse that I have put some Abu Garcia reels through as a younger man. They are tough as nails!!!