Tatula Vs Curado I

[catch anything]

Ok guys im looking at both these reels along with a Lew's tournament, which one do you like better? im afraid that with the t wing system it has more moving parts and that it would mess up easier. Has anybody had any problems like that? if it would help I will be using this for frogs, 1/2oz and higher jigs and good size tx rigs. any comments would be greatly appreciated.

[catch anything]

btw the way im not trying to start a big daiwa shimano rivalry i just want your honest opinion. 

[crankcaster100]

After today I would take curado over Tatula in a heartbeat

[catch anything]

haha can I ask why after today?

[crankcaster100]

I threw both a Tatula and a curado 300e today and liked the curado a lot more

[Tywithay]

Have several Tatula's that I got when they came out, haven't had a single issue. I've only used the Curado a few times, but it has been great too. Curado feels smoother, more comfortable to palm, and a little tighter tolerances. Daiwa Tatula is the better caster, for me. Distance isn't much different, but the Tatula is easier to cast. I'd buy another Tatula before a Curado, considering the price.

[catch anything]

is the twing system its self tough? im pretty hard on my stuff and iv always heard the simpler the better so i didnt know if that applied to this reel or not.

[Tywithay]

is the twing system its self tough? im pretty hard on my stuff and iv always heard the simpler the better so i didnt know if that applied to this reel or not.

There's very few moving parts, it's not much different than the clutch on any other baitcaster. They've been out about 7 months and I've yet to hear about any of them failing. I haven't had a single problem with mine yet. They've been flawless.

[catch anything]

oh ok thanks for the info!

[Jeff H]

Few reasons why I prefer the Tatula over the Curado I.....

 

I have large hands (XXL gloves required).  The Curado is not sized for man hands (1).   It is, shall we say, "dainty".   I consider the Tatula to be small (many others gripe of the size being too big), so had to choose another word to describe the Curado.  Also, while not a big deal, I prefer 90mm  handle(2) and seem to get along with Daiwa's Magforce Z braking system best (3).

 

I do like how the Curado is put together though.  It's a nice reel. 

 

As you will notice, there is nothing there based on performance.  I have not fished either one yet and considering my locale, not any time real soon either.

[jbsoonerfan]

I too prefer a 90mm handle and I haven't had any problems with my Tatula. I have owned Curados form the B, D, E, and G series and they are all good reels. However, don't let someone who has never actually used a Tatula sway you away from them.

 

BTW, for a size comparison. I wear a L glove in most brands. Here is my hand palming the Tatula

 

[bootytrain]

Curado I casts farther for me, palms a lot better for me too. I have a Tat R and its a good reel but if given the choice of the two its curado all day.

[ZB85]

if your using the reel for frogs id go with the tatula

[Blues19]

I am sure either one will do well for you, both really nice reels, from what I have heard.  You may want to try to physically try to go to the store and play with it for a second.  The Tatula sat lower on the rod, and sat against my hand, where most other reels I have tried out dont.  The only reel I have had sit like that on the reel was my old Citica which rubbed my hand raw in that place when I make a long cast.  So I would personally go with the Curado because of how the Tatula rubbed my hand. When trying the left handed reel, didnt do it though.  Anyway, I would physically try to hold them before you make a decision.

[gripnrip]

I too prefer a 90mm handle and I haven't had any problems with my Tatula. I have owned Curados form the B, D, E, and G series and they are all good reels. However, don't let someone who has never actually used a Tatula sway you away from them.

 

BTW, for a size comparison. I wear a L glove in most brands. Here is my hand palming the Tatula

 

 

Your answer is in red.  I have used the Curado's.  I have a Curado "I" on the way.  I have not used a Tatula but I have some Diawa reels.  They are great.  Their pricing is pretty comparable.  If I were you I'd buy one of each and give it a go.  You can sell one or the other pretty quickly on here or fleabay.

 

 Both of these companies make an excellent product IMO.

[mjseverson24]

for MSRP comparisons i would say it is a coint flip between the curado I and the Tatula, but you can find the tatula for around 100 at a lot of different places, for 70 dollars cheaper the tatula is an easy choice for me... that being said I will own a curado I before the season starts in MN, it just looks so perty...

 

Mitch

[jacob95]

Not to hijack the thread but where are you guys finding the Tatulas so cheap?

[jbsoonerfan]

Not to hijack the thread but where are you guys finding the Tatulas so cheap?

 

 

There is an auction site that has some pretty good prices.

[Tywithay]

Not to hijack the thread but where are you guys finding the Tatulas so cheap?

I bought my Type R off Rakuten.com for $133 shipped. They typically have the regular Tatulas for $105ish.

[CJV]

I will first say I am a die hard Shimano fan I have several Metaniums and higher end DC reels and just recently got my curado I and while I am impressed with it I would give a slight edge to the Tatula in terms of casting distance and overall smoothness.

[Bluebasser86]

[catch anything]

lol trust me I would buy both if I could afford it, im only 16 so the budget is pretty darn tight. My local tackle shop is selling the I's for 135 so i think I might just go with it since its cheaper at my local tackle store than the tatula is.

[Tywithay]

At 135, go buy the Curado today. I'd buy all of them

[smalljaw67]

The choice depends on what you are used to, at least that is what I will tell you because I so wanted the Tatula when it came out and I heard it was a little wide so I waited until I could get to hold one and after I got the chance I was disappointed. The Tatula is a tank, it is bulky and no way I could use one for any extended period, I have a Smoke, a Lews Tournament pro, and a Revo Premier 2nd generation and after using those reels for most of my fishing and then trying to use a Tatula, it just feels big and the weight isn't to well either. I used to love Daiwa but man, it seems like every company can make a durable, high performing reel in the $150-$200 range yet Daiwa has a hard time getting under 8 ounce reels once the price gets below $300, I just don't understand. I just got a chance over the weekend to check out the Pflueger Supreme XT casting reel, at $150 it may end up being my next reel, light, solid feeling and the hinged side plate with the cam lock is an awesome feature not seen on a reel in that price range. That said, for your choices I'd go Curado all day.

[Tywithay]

The choice depends on what you are used to, at least that is what I will tell you because I so wanted the Tatula when it came out and I heard it was a little wide so I waited until I could get to hold one and after I got the chance I was disappointed. The Tatula is a tank, it is bulky and no way I could use one for any extended period, I have a Smoke, a Lews Tournament pro, and a Revo Premier 2nd generation and after using those reels for most of my fishing and then trying to use a Tatula, it just feels big and the weight isn't to well either. I used to love Daiwa but man, it seems like every company can make a durable, high performing reel in the $150-$200 range yet Daiwa has a hard time getting under 8 ounce reels once the price gets below $300, I just don't understand. I just got a chance over the weekend to check out the Pflueger Supreme XT casting reel, at $150 it may end up being my next reel, light, solid feeling and the hinged side plate with the cam lock is an awesome feature not seen on a reel in that price range. That said, for your choices I'd go Curado all day.

Oddly enough, that Revo Premier is actually wider than the Tatula. It is a little different shape though. I actually like the added weight, it certainly helps balance out a rod, and ultimately feels better overall for me.