Any word on the new AbuGarcia Alphamar Series?

[BurningHeart]

I was perusing random fishing sites and came across this new reel by AbuGarcia, the Alphamar. Anybody else see this?

http://www.abugarcia.com/prod.php?k=383855&sk=0&p=PURALPHMR12%20(1156784)#zoom-/dimg/9029a3519ad6f95057d2f502a60e2ad2.jpg

[alantani]

haven't cracked one open, but they look nice!

[BurningHeart]

Possibly thinking of getting one for my girlfriend since she won't use conventional non-levelwinds and Abu makes good stuff.

[alantani]

stick with a basic 5500 and add a $10 daiwa stainless steel handle.  it's a great upgrade and it's only $10!!!!!  i just found this out from a reel that was serviced by a guy in sacramento.  i don't know who he is, but he figured out something really slick.  i'll post a photo later.  alan

[BurningHeart]

Thanks for the advice.

[flip]

stick with a basic 5500 and add a $10 daiwa stainless steel handle.  it's a great upgrade and it's only $10!!!!!  i just found this out from a reel that was serviced by a guy in sacramento.  i don't know who he is, but he figured out something really slick.  i'll post a photo later.  alan

Alan, the suspense is killing me! Photos & details please.

[pounder21366]

I am wondering if anyone thinks these reels will put out the stated 27 lbs. Of max drag without failing?

[Roger]

Here's a reel review that I found. Just don't take it too seriously. lol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_XEdqViCj0&feature=player_embedded

[alantani]

i thought is review was very insightful.......   

[Tile]

That review is nothing else but a presentation  . Being a new series we have to wait for a competent review or maybe Alan will get one for service and we all can see its inner workings.

[alantani]

well, considering the young man's age, i think he did fine!!!!!!!!!!!!