The only thing I can add to this is that ebay is a good place to find those sneaky good reels. The popular reels always have long bidding wars, to the point of going above the "Buy it Now" price. But, if you know from experience that a certain underated reel is good, you can get some reel deals! (pun intended) Example: A Pflueger Trion baitcasting reel is a silkly smooth performer and I have picked up several for under $40.