I just baught a shimano Symetre 2000RG. I have not even got the line on this reel but I like it because it's a smooth fealing reel and with the fightin drag and anti reverse it's a nice reel. and the thing I found in this reel that I like and have a hard time finding in allot of reels is the 6.0:1 gear ratio. That allows for fast line pickup when that metalhead runs right at you. I allso got a free exra line spool so I can change line wts without any extra trouble. this reel allos has the fluid drive and some trick stainless bearings. I can't stand talking about it I gotta get out and hook something with it. Oh one more point the 2000 is nice for casting the lighter lines for summer and like was said it holds up to the bigger fish without packing the big reels around.

I paid about 75 bucks for this one at Sportco in Fife. it was the last one on the shelf so I got 5% off. They should be getting more in soon.