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Tattoo,
If distance is absolutely critical, the Emblem is your reel. I have one that I use, but very rarely. It's a third string reel. I put it on either an XRA 1322 or a 13'6" Rainshadow, both with Low Rider guides. I also use 30 lb PP for a bit more extra distance. It gets pulled out when the fish are way out and I'm throwin tin at them.
The Emblem is the only reel I have problems with bail closure on. I've done a lot of field testing on rod reel set ups and for my primary reels, the order for distance is Emblem first, then the Nautil, then VS. For most real fishing situations, the difference is negligable, but if distance is most important, the Emblem comes out, though it's not the reel I'd want when the "one" takes my plug.
If given the choice of reaching the fish and risking a blow up, or not reaching them with a winch of a reel, I'll take my chances after I reach them.
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