Hey Colby, did you really read my reply to Moby?
I said that I "prefer" more bearings...a personal preference. I also told her, "that the number AND type" are important.
Plus, I also posted a web link, so she could learn all about bearings, the various types and how they work. And I mentioned, that there are other "decent" reels out there.
Incidentally, at one time Pflueger sold MILLIONS more reels than any other manufacturer. Today, I don't see the lower end models as one's that I would buy/own. However, they do make some pretty good mid to upper range models.
I don't own any current Shimano's. But, I do have about a dozen or so older models that are pretty good. I also forgot to mention some other lines worth considering:
Cardinal
Abu
Garcia
There is also: Abu Garcia (one bought out the other most likely)...
and...Abu Garcia Cardinal (figure that one out...guess they couldn't decide on one name, since all were once leaders in the industry).
P.S. If none of you own a Fin-Nor reel, I encourage you to check them out. Most are LARGE and for SALTWATER purposes. But, there are some smaller reels for trout, steel, salmon, etc.