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bj,
Agreed but with the advent of spectra hollow core you can now hold a half a mile of 100 if need be. When the big guys are around and have been seen or caught or are historically there I only run the 80 and 130's when targeting giants. That being said 99% of the time a penn 50vsw or shimano 50w or any of the reputable brands will be more than ample for school tuna 150 or smaller.
Larger mediums or small giants can and have certainly have been landed using 50's although this practice shouldn't be the standard.
In the offshore game you get what you pay for and nothing will break your heart more than a fish of a lifetime breaking away or getting unbuttoned because you wanted to save a few bucks on $hit gear and it failed. I look at it this way, spend now for good quality reels and you'll have them forever.
KR
BTW- BJ what type of boat is in your avatar? Sweet looking ride.
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