i have an sx on a calstar 196-8 w/ 20# line. yanked my limits of albies (30-40 lbs) on 8-13-07 on the endeavor out of seaforth. might think about getting two sx just for kicks....
I have two SX5.1s and just last week picked up a SX5.3 (all 3 blue). Out of all my Saltigas, and Avets....these SXs are my favorites. Tough little reels!!! Every time I use one I'm amazed how strong they are for their size.
not if you know what the hell you are doing. If you are a WUSSY then get a purple reel and watch me tangle your ass on the first cast beeeoooottccchhhh!!!!!