Want to cast 300yds off the beach? Its possible with this reel and the right rod. The 525 mag is a great reel, designed with long distance casting in mind. The mag adjustment is simple to use, either a slide or a thumb screw depending on model. Holds 275yds of 15lb test on a light weight frame. The spool runs completely free, make your cast, and just listen and feel the spool scream as you cast further than you ever cast before. A tough built reel with a 6:1 gear ratio to bring in the largest fish. Mechanicly sound, with 6 ball bearings make this a tough durable smooth reel. I have owned one of these reels for just under a year, and I have not been disapointed. I use this reel with a 11ft rod, I bait fish, and plug with it. Getting the fish others on my beach can not reach.