Both Shimano and Daiwa make good spinning reels in that price range.
I got some Penn Battles they are not best built reels and the only reason why I bought them was the drag and I got two for $100. Not a reel I would put in the surf and expect to last. Basically a boat reel. Gears are Pot metal and not as strong as Daiwa or Shimano in same price range.
Rods I go with temple fork due to I can get two for $99 shipped to my door. Not best rod, but not bad rod either. I like the warranty if I break them.
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