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[BigBo]

A 6500 CS Pro Rocket is probably your best bang for the buck to do what you want it to do.

[Fishpart]

65oo Trophy Series, come with bearing level windand power handle, both of which are nice additions.

[gone fishin]

6500 series - any one of the series will do for a beginner. Leave the level wind as you will appreciate it after dark.

Just as a footnote - removing the levelwind from the reel is not a good idea as the reel frame will rack under the pressure of a large catch. If do not want a levelwind, buy the reel without it right from the start.

[Stewie]

I'd say start with a levelwind. Your second, or twentieth Abu ought to be a CT(nonlevelwind) reel. Any 6500 will be sweet for braid. If you plan to use 17lb or heavier mono, go with a 7000.