Can I ask for opinions on the Okuma Helios reels? They look pretty good to me for around the $150 mark I think at Cabelas. Perhaps there are other reasonable large arbour reels that perform and look cool?

I'm also real impressed with the look of the Orvis Battenkill large arbour. $198 at Orvis. mmmmm... very nice.

Thanks fellars. I'm just thinking about putting a #7 weight travelelling pack together for New Zealand and Tasmania next year. Advice appreciated.

Chris

[This message has been edited by Gringo (edited 21 September 2005).]