abu garcia cardinal s spinning reel 3 SX with Various Spools for Lure Fishing Bait Fishing claiming operational issues early on or feeling misled by the reputation of the brand REEL, ABU GARCIA CARDINAL III

Still keeping the traditional round style that the series has been famous for, anglers can now expect long hassle-free casts with the upgraded spool design, which has also reduced the overall weight of the reel

Wal-Mart exchanged the reel with no questions asked and I was on my way back home with another terrible blister pack to wrestle with

5 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation Machined aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance Duragear brass gear for extended gear life MagTrax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast The recessed reel seat along with compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design Lightweight one piece graphite frame and graphite sideplates Flipping switch included Write Your Own Review

But that $79.99 price tag is more than fair for this reel