Based on customer feedback found across the internet, from actual users of this product, we have given this product the following rating: 
Shimano Sahara FD Review
By building in the advanced Propulsion Line Management System, Shimano has upped the performance level of one of their most popular reels. The 5-part system greatly reduces friction and line slap, ensuring longer casts and smoother retrieves. Meanwhile, the Sahara retains all the great features that have made it such a solid performer: exclusive S Concept technology, lightweight graphite sideplate and rotor, cold forged aluminum spool, Fluidrive II, Floating Shaft, Dyna-Balance system, Super Stopper II instant anti-reverse, Slow Oscillation, powerful machined aluminum handle, and a maintenance port for quick lube touchups. Equipped with 3 shielded S A-RB stainless steel ball bearings and a roller bearing.
Shimano Sahara FD Reviews
Actual Customer Feedback:
Bought this reel and I absolutely love it!! Lined it up with Suffix Braid and I just can't put it down. Looking to catch alot of bass with this one fa show!!! A must buy......."
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
"I HAVE WENT THRU 2 JM 1000 AND HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE REEL TOOK THE JM 1000 BACK GOT 20.00 BACK AND A MUCH BETTER REEL SMOOTHER AND BETTER DRAG."
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
"I bought this reel last spring along with an All Star GT40X rod and love it. It casts a mile and the retrieve is smooth. You wont regret this purchase. Shimano is an industry leader and it shows with this product for sure."
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
"If you are like me and dont have a buch of money to spend all the time and you like Finnese Techniques then the Sahara is going to be the best reel you have ever bought. I bought it last year and during the whole 2008 season i never had any problems with it. THE BEST BUY EVER"
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
Our research on the Shimano Sahara FD Spinning Reels Suggests:
According to the general online consensus, where our research is based on unbiased customer comments and user feedback, this is an outstanding reel and outstanding value for the money. There were few, if any, negative reports on this reel.