It is so easy to go way deep down the rabbit hole, especially if you're a compulsive hobbyist like me...
I have quite the collection of tackle from the years, ranging from Shimano JDM Conquest 50 to Penn Internationals and everything in between
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I do have to say, my Avet reels get the most use. I've upgraded them with ceramic Boca bearings and consider them the beater reels, but in reality, they are fantastic all around.