Yup, you can close the bail manually on the Spheros, or Stradic.
I have to disagree Mr Sandman. From the first day I've owned the Spheros 8000 (2 yrs) I have had 50 lb PowerPro on it. It winds it on PERFECTLY and flawlessly. The old Baitrunners 'A' wind on braid fine as well - line guide gets bet to up and grooved, but doable.
I've always told folks about the Spheros from the time I owned it and how well it works, BUT every one wants the pretty white Stradic. :P
The Sustain is nice and so is the Stella, however, not everyone has over $230 or $600 to blow on a reel.
The Shimano Sedona w/ the new ARB would be fine as well.
I know folks had bearing problems w/ the older Symetre in salt.
A lot of big fish have been caught on monofilament using the "out dated" old hvy Penns spinners and squidders.
Buy what you can afford - if u take care of your gear it will last your lifetime.
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