What's the best choice: Sealine X SHA or Sealine SL-H?

[skrilla]

Originally Posted by boxturtle

But doesnt a graphite spool cast alot better?

Not neccessarily. Graphite spools are generally lighter which means less effort to get it spinnng. But unless you're flylining chovies or casting anything under 1/2oz the difference isn't too noticable imho.

I have and use both SL and SLX 20's as go to reels. I can cast jigs just as far with either one with the SLX being a tad more smoother. My SL feels like it grinds in fish with lesser effort, but then again I do favor the "SLOSH" handle and knob over the SHA and SHV.

Overall I favor the SLX SHA but not by much. One thing I noticed from servicing several of these reels is they are prone to salt build up underneath the handle nut cap and between the handle and star. Easily remedied by packing it with grease. Also the bearings need to be lubed religiously. A drop of oil into the spool bearings after every trip and fully packing that drive shaft bearing with marine grease goes a long way.