Affordable. Durable. Ideal for the beginner or the intermediate angler who isn’t going to mortgage the house just to outfit their fly rod. I’ve given these as presents to nephews and nieces, that’s how strongly I feel about these reels. The Tioga is anodized so it will fight abrasion and rust, has an excellent drag system for this price range and can be used in both salt and freshwater. You won’t find a better reel at this popular price.