Decided to spool it up with 12lb. Berkeley Trilene XT.

Also, I noticed that the reel has what I'd refer to as a slight hesitation
if I'm reeling slowly. My girlfriends new Daiwa reel on the other hand is
smooth as silk. I called the baitshop I purchased the reel from and they
wondered if it might need to be oiled. But, it's a brand new reel that, I'd
assume, was properly oiled at the factory. Should I take it back to the
shop or go straight to applying some reel lubrication. I don't have a
problem lubing it up if need be, but, it's a new reel and something tells me
it shouldn't be needed. Has anyone else had similar experiences? Should I
be concerned?

Thanks.

J.P.

"Shawn" wrote in message
...
Atta boy JP. Good rod selection (no opinion on the reel). What'd ya spool
'er up with?

-- Shawn


"J.P." wrote in message
...
I want to thank everyone for the warm welcome and all of the input and
advice regarding spinning rods/reels. After a little debate I opted to
purchase a Shimano Clarus 6'6" medium heavy spinning rod with a fast
taper.
Decided to stick with Shimano for my reel as well and purchased a
Shimano
Sedona 2500. I'm spooled up, rigged up and ready to rock n' roll!

If anybody is interested I'll be sure to post again once I've had a
chance
to get a feel for everything and have formulated an opinion on the gear.

Until then...happy fishing to you all!

Jake