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Yeah...good idea...let's base a decision (and a statement) on a test that was conducted "about 10 years ago"...because I'm sure there haven't been any technilogical improvements with fishing line since then LOL.

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Agreed. You can't buy experience! Sorry to hear you're fishing has been limited. All the best!

What lines are you planning to use?

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Memories that will last a lifetime. In fact, this brings back some of my great memories of taking my kids out fishing. Great post!!!

That is an interesting rig...tell us more!

Very cool post!

One big advantage that fluoro has over mono & braid is that it sinks. This can be very important for certain presentations. Suggestion: Take a look at some of the fluorocarbon coated lines. They offer some of the benefits (of fluoro) without the knot and handling issues. Having said all that, I still use Trilene XT and Big Game mono on a regular basis. I change my line often and Fluoro can become very costly.

Nice! Any current favorites?

Agreed, the Saros F is a very nice reel. One of the features I really like is the Direct Drive Mechanism (thread in handle attachment) which makes for a very solid feeling reel. I'm pretty sure most of the higher-end Pfluegers have that feature too. Quality of bearings over quantity, solid (rigid) body construction and a smooth drag are my main priorities over just one given brand. One other thing to consider about the Shimano reels, the Stradics and higher have the Aero Wrap II (worm gear) system that provides better line lay/wrap. This really aids in casting and is a feature normally found on premium quality spinning reel. I'm pretty sure the Daiwa SS Tournaments (AKA Whisker reels) have this feature too but with no instant anti-reverse like a "modern" design reel. You can drop an SS Tournament in the creek (not recommended) and shake out the water and keep fishing---they are like the AK47 of reels in my opinion. Just a suggestion, if you can find a deal on a "last year's" model Stradic I'd be grabbing that over the Saros but you can't go wrong either way. Hope this helps you.

What brands did you try?

Very nice!

Ha Ha Great minds think alike!