Purchasing Spinning Reel

[LongJohn87]

I am a Daiwa guy, always have been. Looking for a new spinning reel; Daiwa has a nice selection of them. Deciding between the Exceler Lt, Fuego Lt, and the Tatula Lt. I think i'd take out the Exceler from the conversation, but is the Tatula worth nearly double the price of the Fuego? 

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Only you can answer the question. Don’t spend beyond your means, it’s not necessary. Do you have questions about the different features? 

[d-camarena]

I have 4 daiwa revros, they are awsome for $50. I really recommend them

[ike8120]

I purchased 2 KK Sharky lll not a bad reel for the price. I personally like them and are perfect for the fishing I do. Others may say if it isn't a name brand then you are buying junk.

"it is not whats best , but whats best for you"

[The Bassman]

Daiwa just released a new  Procyon LT which looks like the best bang for the buck. It has the Zaion frame like the Tatula. All the LT's are very nice. I have two Fuegos and they are very good.

[NathanDLTH]

I've owned the Fuego, Tatula, and now Ballistic LT. Between the three there's no wrong answer, add in the Procyon LT and the market is flooded. I don't see the point of going beyond the Ballistic LT, sure if you wanna spend 400+ on a Certate or Exist go for it. Best bang for the buck Tatula LT imo. 

[LongJohn87]

5 hours ago, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

Only you can answer the question. Don’t spend beyond your means, it’s not necessary. Do you have questions about the different features? 

yes, what are the main differences

[Yumeya]

I can't wait for the Certate 19

[Hammer 4]

I bought the 2500 fuego for my 7' med spinning rod. In the past I've owned all Shimano reels, from their middle of the road to the upper end reels. Imho the Diawa is every bit as smooth, cast's very well, drag is very good. I think for the $$ it's  a great buy. Based on this reel, I'm sticking with Diawa.

[Boomstick]

I'm a huge fan of the Daiwa BG personally. If you don't mind the extra ~2.5 ounces over a Tatula LT, it's a great reel at an easily affordable price. No issues at all with drag, line twist or losing loops on the spool (I own the 2000 size and it has Sunline SX1 12lb braid on it which is the diameter of most 15lb braid for what it's worth).

[928JLH]

My Fuego LT 2500 has been pretty good. Really smooth consistent drag. Do get a lot more line twist compared to a BG 2500 I had (excellent reel). Fuego is a pretty good choice considering $70ish on eBay. 

[The Bassman]

1 hour ago, 928JLH said:

My Fuego LT 2500 has been pretty good. Really smooth consistent drag. Do get a lot more line twist compared to a BG 2500 I had (excellent reel). Fuego is a pretty good choice considering $70ish on eBay. 

Just one thing (other than the mag-seal that keeps you from servicing them) the gripes me. The line lay can be top heavy out of the box and it's not particularly easy to correct. Had it happen on my second one. I've heard others discuss this.