Hi OB

The way I look at it is a time thing. Time on the river is precious. I would think changing a spool is a little quicker than changing a whole reel.

The other option would be to buy a Rio Versi tip line. Then all you would have to do is change the tip to whatever section matched the water conditions. I think you could get that line and most of the spare tips you would need for $130.

Good Luck