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Originally Posted by jlsch1

I would run from Lews. Gearing is tit for tat to the basspro Pflueger like reels like Johnny Morris, browning, etc. I owned the Speed Speed, couple of Tournament speel spools, and next level up. The gearing is the exact same which you can get in Pflueger or Basspro reels for alot less money. The magnetic and centrifugal gearing the exact same also as Pflueger, Johnny Morris, or even upper Academy brand reels. Why pay $139 or $179 for the same style you can get for $99 except you do not have the tear drop handle.

When 1st came out in 2009 I buying the $179 model for $99 all day long online. Biggest problem is in a year or two the plant changes production its about time the pawl and clutch break. Good luck finding parts at that point you can basically chunk it in the garbage.

Wow...that's a glowing recommendation.