When I retired in June of 2010. I got several BPS gift certificates. I thought no better time to get a new rod and reel. After looking around and asking on this forum, I got down to either the Shimano Curado or a ABU Garcia Revo S. I bought the Revo.

This reel worked great for two years, then my casting distance began to dwindle, and I could hear a noise during the cast. Sent it to Pure Fishing to get it repaired. It was three drag washers to tune of $45 with shipping both ways.

Got the reel back and that problem was cured, but they messed up something as I had no control with spool tension knob. Contacted Pure Fishing and talked to Reggie. They sent me a UPS shipping label via email. It is enroute back to Pure Fishing. Reggie said it has his name on it, and he will get it right for me, and return it via UPS.

I'll let you know how this turns out. My major concern is will I be sending it back for new drag washers every couple years for almost $50?

Good morning Dave, I've checked the ships systems, and everything appears to be running normally.