I've had just about every brand of reel over the years and for my monetyou just can't beat Shimano. And thats saying a lot since they are mostly made in Japan. But for 50 lb fish like big cats, I'd use a Penn saltwater reel.
But,,,,,,,,,,,, for someone who knows the correct way to use a reel. Anything will work if you remember,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,A REEL IS NOT A WINCH!
Shimano makes a nice old fashioned non bearing reel , the IX1000,2000,and 4000, series reel for $12.99. Thats right, $12.99 from Tackle Direct dot com.
I was going to suggest a Penn saltwater reel but was afraid I would get flamed for the suggestion.
