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The one thing that the Torque has going for it--having seen photos of the guts of the reel--is that it appears to be a very simple design, and about as idiot-proof a reel as there is for servicing yourself.
If you decide to self-service a VS, there's a ticking time bomb that can lock up your reel if you're not careful---making absolutely sure that the grommet on the main gear is seated inside the traverse block. If this slips out as you're reassembling the side plate, the reel totally locks up.
Looking at the schematics of a ZB, Stella or even a Saltiga---it's scary. Especially the Stella.
The Torque isn't any more complicated inside than a Slammer, and almost as simple as an old 700 series Spinfisher. Plus, you can get to the internals without having to partially remove the rotor and main shaft--something that you can't do with any Japanese reel except the Shimano Saragossa.
As far as "surf vs boat" reels--IMO it's nonsense for 95% of fishermen. But the Torque will be out in manual-pickup versions eventually.
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