The best cranker I got is a Penn 525 magnetized. I can zip out anything from most imitators anywhere from 25 to 100 yards. My most important consideration is a good whippy rod like I construct in my garage labratory. Gotta have a good tippy rod that loads up good. Me and my partner/cousin Todd have a saying--zing that thing my ning!!!!

Oh yeah, best cranking string is that power prow at the skinniest strength necessary.

Mag penn reel+zinging rod+skinny sting= zing that thing my ning!!!!

Hope this helps,
TGMD