Mccallister25 Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Gonna keep is short and to the point; I'm looking for a new casting reel for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits. Budget is 150. What's the best for the price point? Quote
Super User iceintheveins Posted May 22, 2015 Super User Posted May 22, 2015 The Curado I 6.3:1 is best if you want to use both on the same setup, but a 7 ratio is better for buzzbaits. 2 Quote
jyu87 Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Really enjoying the ergo on the new Curado I. Very comfortable which is a big point of the reels I get. Just played with the CI4 yesterday. Oh my god.... 1 Quote
Mccallister25 Posted May 22, 2015 Author Posted May 22, 2015 Thinking about the Revo SX. Any experience? Quote
masterbass Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 In that price range, I'd get a curado I and not look back. 1 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted May 22, 2015 Super User Posted May 22, 2015 Never handled a Curado I. Might be the bee's knee for all I know. I like my Tatula Type R. Really enjoying the Pinnacle Primmus for about $7 more. My like new Lews TP was less than your limit. Its another nice reel. Quite a few good reels in that price range. Handle some and pick your poison. 2 Quote
Mccallister25 Posted May 22, 2015 Author Posted May 22, 2015 Well, I kinda really want an Abu. Never owned one, but I have buddies that do. I was looking at the Revo SX. I'm sure somebody has personal experience with it. Share? Quote
DTack Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Curado I or the Tatula/Tatula Type R. Both reels are awesome, try to handle the Tatula beforehand to make sure you're comfortable with it as the shape and cast control knob are bothersome for some folks. The tatula is a "wider" shape, where the curado is a "longer", narrower shape. In my opinion you can't go wrong with either, which is pretty cool. 1 Quote
DTack Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Well, I kinda really want an Abu. Never owned one, but I have buddies that do. I was looking at the Revo SX. I'm sure somebody has personal experience with it. Share? I had an STX.... For me, the reel did a good job, I just couldn't make it comfortable to fish with. The gearbox hung below my rod handle and the way I palm a reel, it just was not comfortable for me at all. I began to question durability in the long term as well. I think the Gen 2 revos were the best abu will ever make under a 300$ price point personally. Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted May 22, 2015 Super User Posted May 22, 2015 Another vote here for the Curado I 1 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted May 22, 2015 Super User Posted May 22, 2015 I had an STX.... For me, the reel did a good job, I just couldn't make it comfortable to fish with. The gearbox hung below my rod handle and the way I palm a reel, it just was not comfortable for me at all. I began to question durability in the long term as well. I think the Gen 2 revos were the best abu will ever make under a 300$ price point personally. Haven't handled a Gen 3, but own a Gen 1. Very nice reel. I read that the Gen 2 reels are the best among the 3 generations with its dual braking system. Mine is an excellent casting reel. Some of my longest casts have been made with it. OP I'd handle a Gen 3 to see if it's ergonomics suit you before buying. Personally from all I've read, I would go with a Gen 2. 1 Quote
catch anything Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 I would look around because you can find the STX for less than 150 brand new and at the price its a pretty good reel Quote
offsidewing Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 While not the brand recognition some may seek, the Lew's Speed Spool Tournament is a pretty decent value. You can catch them on sale for under $120. I have one on a Cabelas Tourny ZX for Crankbaits. My other baitcasters are various Metaniums on various St Croix's and I still enjoy cranking with that Lew's. However, the Curado I is a good value as well and sometimes goes on sale for around $140. I've never tried a Daiwa, but lots of people recommend them. Quote
stkbassn Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Curado I or the Tatula/Tatula Type R. Both reels are awesome, try to handle the Tatula beforehand to make sure you're comfortable with it as the shape and cast control knob are bothersome for some folks. The tatula is a "wider" shape, where the curado is a "longer", narrower shape. In my opinion you can't go wrong with either, which is pretty cool. I love both the Curado and the Tatula. I found that the 6.3:1 Tatula seems to pick up line fairly quickly and would be a great reel if you want a do it all reel. The Curado should treat you well also. Not sure about the STX Revo as I've not owned one. The Revo S reels I had were great. BTW, I haven't paid more that $99 yet for the standard Tatula if that helps you at all Check the bay... Quote
masterbass Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Haven't handled a Gen 3, but own a Gen 1. Very nice reel. I read that the Gen 2 reels are the best among the 3 generations with its dual braking system. Mine is an excellent casting reel. Some of my longest casts have been made with it. OP I'd handle a Gen 3 to see if it's ergonomics suit you before buying. Personally from all I've read, I would go with a Gen 2. I had a generation 2 sx and it was a great reel, but it was a righty and I prefer lefties so I sold it. Quote
Steveo-1969 Posted May 22, 2015 Posted May 22, 2015 Sounds like you've already (kind of) decided on a Revo SX. I've had a Revo S for a couple years and it's a great reel, never fished the SX but I'm sure it's great as well. My newest reel is a Curado I and I love it. Mark down my vote for the Curado! Quote
WPCfishing Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 Great reel, Great deal.. I bought two, one 6:4:1 and a 7:1:1 http://www.americanlegacyfishing.com/lew-s-tournament-pro-speed-spool-casting-reels.html Quote
SMITTY0045 Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 I use my Revo SX on my 6'9" spinnerbait rod and I have nothing but good things to say about it. This reel balances the rod perfectly and casts like a dream. I got my reel off Amazon for some where between $130 to $140 brand new so I would check there if thats what you go with. Hope this helps! Quote
coak Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 Gonna keep is short and to the point; I'm looking for a new casting reel for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits. Budget is 150. What's the best for the price point? Cabelas has 100 sized Quantum Smokes in 7:1 on clearance for $99 right now......holds about 140 yds of 12lb test Quote
k3bass Posted May 24, 2015 Posted May 24, 2015 I'd get a Lew's bb1 pro. You can find them new for 150. Quote
Ozark_Basser Posted May 24, 2015 Posted May 24, 2015 Well, I kinda really want an Abu. Never owned one, but I have buddies that do. I was looking at the Revo SX. I'm sure somebody has personal experience with it. Share? I owned the gen 2 sx, and I own the gen 3 stx. I also own the curado I. I like the curado I the best. It is built like a tank, and it casts further than both revos. In my opinion, in that price range, Abu Garcia is just not up to par with shimano as far as quality goes. The revos are always nice and super smooth at first, but they tend to go downhill a lot quicker than any shimano I've ever had. Quote
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