Every body has their oun thoughts on what they like and what fits into the budget and how it fits the fishing plan.Either the surf, the private boats,or party boats or charters.
Me, I have used Penns 450,550,650, Jigmaster 500 and Squidders as well as Abu 5500,6500,7000 and Diawa 2600, 4000 and one BG#30. Troll with Penn 4/0s. I quess the all needed some attention over the years just like my first wife. Good luck with Your choice. AJ