A great reel for the lite surf fisherman. At 10 ozs., it's just a bit heavy. It does have 10 bearings, which make it a very smooth operating reel. The reel is equiped with adequate drag washers.
Reviewed by: Pesgado Slim on 2009-03-09 | Rating:
On a recent trip to Islamorda we found a school of smokers reel wokked great from the small one to the 40 pounder
Reviewed by: Steve on 2007-09-16 | Rating:
I purchased the Gold Medalist Pro with spare spool included...for around 40.00 at Dick's Sporting Goods....I have not been disappointed so far....I am a Master Maine Guide and expect a lot from my...
Reviewed by: MaineGuide on 2006-07-25 | Rating:
i like the reels saltwater repeling capabilities,i have had mine since mar 06 but after awhile i noticed that the drag was not consistant(loosening) the bail wouldnt flip back sometimes and the...
Reviewed by: Metalbob on 2006-06-08 | Rating:
Paired with a 8'6" Pflueger Trion rod, this is my heavy perching/shore salmon combo. Small and big fish! Yes I use this for all day casting in big waves or all day casting for big fish. Its...
Reviewed by: pinfish on 2006-05-28 | Rating:
I have had a gold medalist for about 8 months now. Basicly I have found it to be a solid reel. It reels smooth and has good drag and anti reverse. The only problem I have had is with the bail,...
Reviewed by: Cdeath on 2005-10-18 | Rating:
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