Dennis1972 Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 i have been thinking about getting a tatula for a while now. do you guys that use them like them a lot? does that weird flip up line guide REALLY increase casting distance by a lot? would you buy another tatula or a shimano if you needed another reel? i heard that they are very large so i drove over to bps and handled one on the rack, the size is fine with me, but i also like the shimano citica 200D's, ill take overbuilt any day over small, light and under-built, i fish a lot of heavy cover and if i drag in a 5 or 6lb bass i usually have about 10 pounds of weeds along with it Quote
robster80 Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 ive got one and like it alot. im not sure if the t-wing increases distance or whatever but u can definitely get the bait pretty far out there. its a little bulky but ive gotten used to it. i prefer shimano but i dont see myself getting rid of my tatula Quote
tater555 Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I have two tatulas and really like them. They cast really good, and the drag is strong and smooth. I can not stand to feel every tooth on the gears meshing. ( some call it a connected feel) Both of my tatulas are smooth and quiet when cranking, just the way I like them. I have sold quite a few shimano's just because they were very geary. (curado i, citica e, and calcutta) as far as the t-wing, I really can't tell if it makes a difference but I can tell you that the tatula is a very good caster for baits around 3/8 and above. If you don't mind the wieght and size, you should definitely give one a try. Quote
Super User iabass8 Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 good reel. steal at 100$ Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 I bought one on here for a good price. Just the standard model to try. Frankly I don't think there is a reel that can match it for under $100. Sounds like the size of the reel doesn't bother you which is a big plus. When you mention heavy cover and needing lots of power I think you will be quite pleased with what the reel has to offer. Nearly impossible to backlash and a capable casting reel for good distance. Haven't tried the Type-R version but outside of the cosmetic differences you really aren't getting much. Many online places are selling the standard version for $100+/- Quote
The Fisher Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 Great reel. I have the basic model and use it for wacky 5" Senkos with 20# braid. Casts them really well. Not sur the TWing increases casting distance but for the price, they are really nice. Quote
Super User Catch and Grease Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 Its a fantastic reel I will buy another eventually. Quote
Super User Montanaro Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 I like mine but after a couple years I've come to dislike their ergonomics. Quote
ThatZX14Fella Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I'm going to be buying a few more. Definitely a great reel. Love the look and it's a nice reel. The weight and size doesn't bother me. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 I've got a standard and a Type R. I don't feel the T-wing offers much extra casting distance...if any. YMMV. For me the combination of rod and lure have a greater affect on distance than any reel. Again, YMMV. Ergonomics...and weight...do not bother me. I've only been in the baitcast game for 6 years and haven't developed a preference for any one reel. Probably because I own quite a few different brands and models, and have never met a reel I didn't like. Unlike some I can backlash pretty much any reel without too much trouble...with one exception. Guess it is because I am such a pro caster compared to many others. I do prefer the Type R because of its finish and the 8.1:1 gear ratio. Not because it is a better performing reel. If it is, I'm not good enough to distinguish any differences between the two. If I could, I'd probably be testing reels for a living, or at the very least have my own website. Quote
lectricbassman Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 Ive been using one since the beginning of summer and its become my favorite. The only thing i throw with it is a frog. Its very well built and its pulled some fish out of nasty places no problem! Find them online and they cant be beat for the price! 1 Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 i know you are asking specifically about the tatula , but give a look see at the Lew's super duty , quite a nice reel that is offered in three gear ratio's and is a stout reel for how light it is .. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted August 9, 2015 Super User Posted August 9, 2015 Great reel and very hard to beat for the $90-100 you can buy them for. They cast just as well as some of my higher end reels. Quote
Bass_Fanatic Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I've got three. Two standard Tatulas on my 2 deep cranking rods. I can throw a 6-10xd a mile with the Tatula on a dobyns 805 rod. I love them! My other is a 8:1 ratio type R I flip and punch with. So far they've all held up and I use them a lot! Quote
desmobob Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I have a few decent reels (a pair of Lew's Tournament Pros), one nice reel (Daiwa PX Type R), and two Tatulas. I got the Tatulas last year for something like $92 each. I use them a lot and I think they are an outstanding value and wouldn't hesitate to buy more of them. The T-wing mechanism sure seems like a neat innovation. I have no real way to tell if it increases my casting distance or not... Tight lines, Bob Quote
jtesch Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 It's a great reel at the $100 price point, I have the P version for cranking and I like it more than my Revo Winch. I think it casts better and easier to control. A pleasant surprise Quote
stkbassn Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 I've got a standard and a Type R. I don't feel the T-wing offers much extra casting distance...if any. YMMV. For me the combination of rod and lure have a greater affect on distance than any reel. Again, YMMV. Ergonomics...and weight...do not bother me. I've only been in the baitcast game for 6 years and haven't developed a preference for any one reel. Probably because I own quite a few different brands and models, and have never met a reel I didn't like. Unlike some I can backlash pretty much any reel without too much trouble...with one exception. Guess it is because I am such a pro caster compared to many others. I do prefer the Type R because of its finish and the 8.1:1 gear ratio. Not because it is a better performing reel. If it is, I'm not good enough to distinguish any differences between the two. If I could, I'd probably be testing reels for a living, or at the very least have my own website. I noticed a difference with the Type R myself. I like the standard Tatula and the Type R but on the water I found the Type R to be my preference and an absolute joy to fish with. The standard Tatula a very close 2nd. Maybe it's the slight weight difference with the spool and the frame...I want the HD Custom!! 1 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted August 10, 2015 Super User Posted August 10, 2015 I noticed a difference with the Type R myself. I like the standard Tatula and the Type R but on the water I found the Type R to be my preference and an absolute joy to fish with. The standard Tatula a very close 2nd. Maybe it's the slight weight difference with the spool and the frame...I want the HD Custom!! What difference did you notice? Curious as to what I should look for. Quote
stkbassn Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 What difference did you notice? Curious as to what I should look for. For me it just seemed even more effortless on long accurate casts but then again it could be the bait or rod I was using the Type R on compared to the 5.4:1 I use on my cranking rod. Both cast so easily and so well and I love them both. If you're talking about 6.3:1 gear ratio I see prices on Ebay for standard Tatula at $99 and the Type R for $123 so I'd rather have the Type R myself. The Type R does not come in the power gear ratio. They say the spool is lighter but I don't know how much. The frame has some cut outs which might decrease weight but I don't think it's by a lot. Again, I don't think you'll be disappointed in either reel, both awesome in my book. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted August 10, 2015 Super User Posted August 10, 2015 Type R vs regular Cutouts in frame,7.6 vs 7.9oz,black paint with red accents,lighter spool,Zion drag star, and higher gear ratios. Personally I couldn't tell a difference between the two. I bought the R for the 8:1:1 ratio. 1 Quote
Super User Montanaro Posted August 10, 2015 Super User Posted August 10, 2015 The crank case hurts my fingers on certain reel seats when setting hook, finger gets trapped between case and reel seat. Tatula rods reel seat is designed for this. My other reels are not as wide and the problem doesn't exist. Quote
BIGGEORGIADAWG Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 I found a Cabelas Arachnid (rebadged Type R) cheap on Ebay and bought it and love it. Compared to the reels I've owned in the past it's just so much smoother casting and retrieving. I'm not saying it's better than Shimanos because I've never owned or even fished with a Shimano, but I loved it so much that I bought a Type R on Ebay to go on my other rod so I could have that smooth feeling on both my setups. Haven't had a chance to use the Type R yet but the Arachnid is so easy to pitch. Can't wait to really get in some fishing with them. The Arachnid is 8.1:1 and my Type R is 6.3:1. Quote
DTack Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 As long as it is comfortable in your hand... It is tough to beat at the prices you can get it for. Great all around reel in my opinion. 1 Quote
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