Tatula CT and CT Type-R

[Dreamchaser]

Just picked up a Tatula CTs and impression is it's MARGINALLY smaller and MARGINALLY lighter. I've not fished it yet so will report back actually fishing impressions. So far when thumbing the line release, i prefer the larger profile of the older version. Otherwise, the newer does thumb smaller MARGINALLY.

Prices of the old Tatula is going back up as people sell out of old stock. If buying now, worth getting whatever is cheapest. Not sure you NEED to get the new CT. Real benefit is the 8.1 ratio which was only available in the type r version in the old tatulas. You can save on that and just get the normal tatula CT with 8.1/

And since it's smaller the drag star seems less strong vs old? I'm sure I'm imaging it but again, very minor differences.

Hope this is helpful.

[doyle8218]

Does the CT and the CT Type-R both have air rotation? Does the air rotation really make a difference?

[Dreamchaser]

No idea what this air rotation is.

Having now fished the old Tatula and new CT models. One thing going for the older model is that the t-wing is bigger so when you tie on a leader between braid and fluro), the knot goes through the older/larger t-wing better than the smaller/new one. Otherwise, the other advantage of the older one is the weight - which is better for tip heavy rods to balance things out.  

Overall, both good. I see these as differences not definitive one is better than other.

[rippin-lips]

3 hours ago, doyle8218 said:

Does the CT and the CT Type-R both have air rotation? Does the air rotation really make a difference?

Yes, they both do, but in reality it's simply a dual bearing supported pinion gear. 

[DrFish11]

I just bought my first CT.  I have fished nothing but tatulas for the past 2 going on 3 years.   I have no complaints.   I was a Shimano guy before.   As soon as I buy them I tear them apart, wash everything in brake cleaner, add worm gear and handle bearings in place of the bushings.   I remove the spool bearing shields and make sure the grease is out of them.   I only use hot sauce for lube, you have to lubricate them 2-3 times a season though.   I have tried aftermarket bearings but the stock bearings are just as good when washed.   I also put carbontex drags in them with a very light coat of Cal's on the drags and gears.  I like the TWS especially when flipping (which is the majority of the time).   For what I have in them, I don't think anything compares.   I have 12 of them in the locker.   I suspect the CT will be the same reel with a slightly smaller profile.

[ClonesGoneFishin16]

On 3/1/2016 at 2:10 PM, Dreamchaser said:

Any reviews comparing old and new yet? I have the existing type r and normal ones and on most rods, it's non issue. On my Dobyns Fury 734 i find it a touch big/heavy with that combo.  No issue with my Dobyns Champion & Extreme rods.

At $50 more than the current version's discounted price, I'll be interested in trying.

I'm looking to get a Dobyns Fury 734c and need a reel to pair with it. I am looking at the Daiwa Tatula CT ($129), the Daiwa Tatula 100 ($149), and the Shimano Citica ($149). I've held the CT in store but never used a Daiwa. I'm used to a more compact reel such as the Lews LFS Speed Spool. I also wouldn't say no to a Lews Tourney MB but I already plan on getting one of those and I'm wanting to try other brands. Any opinions on which reel would be a good fit for a Dobyns Fury 734c? 

[Kyle46N]

Bought one in the fall of 2017, and had the spool break within two days of use.  Daiwa replaced/repaired.  I get it back, and now it makes a loud rattling noise when casting, based on how loose my cast control is set.  If it's loose because I'm throwing lighter lures, it rattles.  If I tighten it up with a heavy jig, etc, no noise.  This is was my attempt at trying a different brand other than Lews.  I'm going to stick with Lews.  No coincidence I own 8 Lews, combo of Tourney pro's, MB's and BB1 Pro's, and have had not even the slightest issue over 7 years.  I've never used Shimano, but I hear the same sentiment from Shimano guys.