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Stella FA's vs SW's

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Robert Palcak:
Hi all
Just interested in everyone's thoughts on the older stella's vs the new 08 models.
I've been looking at the the specs of both and yes, the newer ones are sweet looking, are much lighter and the Propulsion Line management system does sound quite impressive... however... does this all come at a price?
Firstly... they are much much dearer to buy.
Secondly... they appear physically smaller, so line capacity is down a bit.
Thirdly... the claimed max drag on the 10000/20000 sizes isn't quite as high as the FA's (yes I am aware that you would almost never get to use 23/25kg anyway  ;))
Fourthly... they are yet to stand the test of time like the proven FA's.

I'd be very interested in hearing everones thoughts on these and your own comparison... especially from those that have bought the SW's and gone out and put them to the test.

Brandon Khoo:
Rob, my view for what it's worth:

* Shimano would never have released a new reel until they were satisfied the reel was superior to what it was replacing
* The new reel is of course more expensive and even more so when you factor in that many retailers are discounting the old model
* Line capacity is not down
* The issue on the drag rating is largely irrelevant
The old reel is a time-proven piece of equipment. You don't need a new reel but it sure is nice to have one!  ;)  :D

Robert Palcak:

--- Quote from: Brandon Khoo on October 03, 2008, 05:47:08 PM ---Rob, my view for what it's worth:

* Line capacity is not down
--- End quote ---

Ooops, you're right Brandon... I just double checked that one and line capacity is the same.

Luke Wyrsta:

--- Quote from: Robert Palcak on October 03, 2008, 06:13:28 PM ---
--- Quote from: Brandon Khoo on October 03, 2008, 05:47:08 PM ---Rob, my view for what it's worth:

* Line capacity is not down
--- End quote ---

Ooops, you're right Brandon... I just double checked that one and line capacity is the same.

--- End quote ---

Hi Rob,

I've been fishing with the new Stella's for almost a year now - although the FA/old SW could catch any sized GT, I just can't see me ever going back to the old model.

There are quite a few enhancements in the new model which make fishing so much more enjoyable and comfortable!

Robert Palcak:
Just a question about the new SW's...
I know a guy that was talked out of buying one by his local tackle shop because they told him that the handle spun on "plastic bushes" rather than a bearing???
I find it hard to believe, but because I dont have one yet... I couldn't confirm either way.
Can anyone shed some light on this?

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