the new daiwa saltist bg series

[alantani]

Alan, I know you keep up with and have lots experience with reels.  Have you heard much about the new Saltist BG series reels?  Any problems or issues with them?  Thanks, Jason

wow, jason!  i didn't think that anyone would ever ask!  daiwa has been quietly changing their drag washers over to grease carbon fiber.  their bearings are still shielded and will still corrode, but you will at least never have to mess with the drag washers.  they are definitely on the right track.  i just wish they would come up with a spring loaded dog to back up their anti-reverse roller bearing.  until then, i really can't recommend the reel.  sorry.  alan