eric1978 Posted November 10, 2009 Author Posted November 10, 2009 Thanks for the responses guys. I went ahead and got the Symetre since they were going like hotcakes at the $80 price...got the last one.
Dutch Posted November 10, 2009 Posted November 10, 2009 If you ever take it apart you will see all the cylinders in the anti reverse clutch. That is what binds when wet. Keep it out of the water and you will be fine to go. That is the only draw back that shimano has.
eric1978 Posted November 10, 2009 Author Posted November 10, 2009 Enjoy it till it binds on you.... I haven't experienced the binding problems on the newer models. Guess we'll see.
BredMan Posted November 11, 2009 Posted November 11, 2009 So I've decided to try a cheaper reel this time instead of paying extra for a Stradic or Sustain. I've been looking at the Sedonas ($60), Saharas ($80) and Symetres ($100). I did find a new Symetre on ebay for $80. I was actually leaning toward the Sedona because it's the cheapest and it's got a 6.2 GR compared to 5.6 on the other two (why?). Other than that I can't find a dime's worth of difference between them, except for the ball bearing BS which I think isn't nearly as important as they act like it is. Any of you guys have any experiences with these reels? And yes, I will be buying Shimano, so don't bother convincing me to get another brand. I can't explain it, but I always have to buy Shimano reels. I know, I know... I have the Sahara and Symetre models......5 to be exact......1 Sahara 750 and 1500, 2 Symetre 1500, and 1 Symetre 2500. All front drag and love them all. Can't beat the price and the quality of the reel is great. IMO go for either one.
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