>>670929The Black Max? Grab it, throw it on an Ugly Stik and give it a try. No need to spend $150 on your first baitcaster only to find out you prefer spinning reels.
I bought an Abu Silver Max as my first baitcaster. They are only $60, or on sale for $50 sometimes. I have no complaints. It isn't as smooth or light as the one that costs 3x as much, but I haven't had any problems.
Just make sure you don't go crazy heavy on the line if you don't need it. If you put 20lb mono and come back complaining that baitcasters don't cast well, that is your problem.
