Best Value Reel?

[flyguy66]

I'm looking for a large arbor reel in the $200-250 range to balance an 8 wt Redington CPS. It will be used for redfish, bonefish, permit, baby tarpon, and etc. I was using a Lamson Radius, but the drag was too grabby at higher settings. Any recommendations?

Elkhorn T-3 w/extra spool can be had in that price range, which is simply an amazing buy! These are sensational reels at an increasingly impressive price point as you go up the size scale from T-1 through T-4. Check them out before you buy.

Disclaimer: I am a member of the Elkhorn Field Staff.