Daiwa Exceler 100SH Opinions

[roadwarriorsvt]

Anyone have any opinions on the Daiwa Exceler 100SH. It has a 7:1 ratio. They go for $69.00 on E-Bay. I grew up fishing on cane poles and what ever rod & reel was in the barn, so I'm kinda simple when it comes to fishing equipment. All opinions welcome, positive or negative.

[skunked]

I say go for it! I've been thinking about getting one myself. I like the red spool which is not available in the lower speed version. I have a TD-Pro, which is the same reel except for a couple of extra bearings and I like it a lot. The Exceler seems like a much better value, and did I mention I like the red spool?
I find that if I upgrade the spool bearings to ceramics, or at least flush and relube them with Quantum Hot Sauce oil, it makes a huge difference in performance. Even a low priced reel can cast like an expensive one.
Ebay seller "dolilfishie" is a good one. Got my last reel from them. Sucks for me that they don't carry the lefty versison, but here is the righty.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Daiwa-Exceler-7-1-U ... .m20.l1116
Please update us on your purchase.

[adpetree]

Funny you should ask. Just bought one of these brand new about six months ago. ive used it several timnes since, and have been pleasently surprised. casts great, even with a light crankbait, and the drag is really smooth, even on a five pund peacock.....good buy!!!!

[roadwarriorsvt]

Well thats about all the convincing I need. I think I'll order one from the link. Thanks Skunked and A-tree.