thanks for all of your input and advice.I've been chasing steelies for close to 15 years with spinning gear and hardware and love those smashing hits .The last few years I've gravitated to using a centre pin reel and must admit I enjoy the palming features of these setups trying to control a screaming fish heading down river. and want to move to the level.So now I'm going to try my damnest to hook up with one of fish on a flyrod come spring.Thanks about views on the Ross reels,I"ll probably steer clear of them and may purchase the Bauer or Lamson if I can find them discounted somewhere.