I believe this is what they call a centerpin casting reel. There are several models of this type of reel and you would be best served by crossing the border. They are the experts with this type of gear. I can tell you that the centerpin reel supposedly requires a great deal of practice to get really good at using it. A lot of the British Columbia steelheaders are now using quality level wind reels. You might want to go to the bulletin board at www.sportfishingbc.com and ask for advice from them. They have been very kind to me. Good luck

[This message has been edited by eddie (edited 04-19-99).]