I've punished my "slosh" over the years. Bent a drive shaft overfishing it with 30# and buttoned down. Dropped in a new drive shaft and good it's as new. Great 20# class reel. Anything heavier I'd opt for the 40-50 size. Just be wary it's a composite framed reel and will slightly flex under heavy pressure. In this case pump n wind to help relieve pressure, don't grind... it'll save you an 8 dollar drive shaft and some down time.