One of the best tests of the smoothness of a centrepin is to spin the reel and time how long it goes for.

A £200-plus centrepin tested recently by Angling Times went for just over a minute and a half while this new ’pin from Avanti was still going strong well beyond two minutes! It might not have the name of some top UK specimen angler on it, but this 4ins ’pin will not disappoint anglers looking for a great reel for trotting river floats, barbel fishing, or even stalking carp and tench on traditional tactics on stillwaters.

But don't take our word for it. Read what a review on FishingMagic said:

If, like many who have already bought it, you are looking for a standby/spare centrepin reel or you just want to see and experience for yourself the joys of fishing with a centrepin for the first time, this has to be the bargain of the year. I cannot stress enough, get one of these now, don’t miss out!