Okuma Stratus, any good?

[north_alabama]

Anyone fished one of these? I went out to get a backup reel for my sahara 2000 and found one of these on sale for $35 (list around $70). I was determined to get another 2000 but played with the stratus there in the store and was impressed with how it felt. Was wondering if anyone's tried one of these on the water. I'm always leery of stuff that's on sale if it is not something I've used before.

[larrym]

I have two Okumas, one of which is this model. Only been through one season with them but I like them so far. Very smooth and a good drag....seems to be a good reel for the money.