Shimano Citica or SLX XT?

[Tizi]

I know the Citica is older tech.  I have one and really like it.  What about the Citica compared to SLX XT?

[OnthePotomac]

By older tech do you mean the Citica 200E, which are really fine reels.  And they are a 200 size where the SLX is much smaller and the size of the Curado 70 with the same spool capacity, which is a lot less than the Citica 200.  I have both and would say the Citica 200E, but I have mine with ABEC bearings and upgraded drag washers.  I also like to polish internal componants, so it may not be a totally fair comparison.  I do believe overall the Citica is a little sturdier reel, but I have enjoyed worm fishing with the SLX and it has never failed.   Personal preference I guess.

[zell_pop1]

He probably means the  Citica I which is on clearance everywhere, but yeah if you want a smaller reel and do not need the extra line capacity get the SLX XT, otherwise the Citica is probably the better reel.

[GReb]

Citica has x ship which I think having pinion support is an important factor all things else considered equal

[Tizi]

It's the Citica that is on sale at TW:  CI200I

[FishTank]

Not to play devils advocate but Amazon has the Curado K for $155.00.  

[Tizi]

I’m thinking Black Friday, 20% off at TW.  Both of those reels will be about $100

[johnD.]

I had the slx xt for flipping , kept my citica i for flipping , it's the better reel imo.

[CrankFate]

The smaller, lighter reel is usually best.

[pauldconyers]

On 11/6/2019 at 6:37 PM, FishTank said:

Not to play devils advocate but Amazon has the Curado K for $155.00.  

Link please?

[FishTank]

1 minute ago, pauldconyers said:

Link please?

https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-Curado-Baitcast-Fishing-CU200XGK/dp/B07453C64P/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=curado+k&qid=1573535787&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyMTJRRUJNNFFSMVNDJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDUwNTc2Uk5FOEVWVVBaV0ZWJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxODU2OTlZQzVKUzRNVUxWWEomd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

[JustJames]

If you care about weight and size of reel get SLX, if you gonna buy citica I’d rather spend a little more and get the K. 

K got micro module gear.

K got bearing support main shaft

K got newest SVS brake (white), a lot better and quieter than the one come with i (red, this is a known problem with the I series, after a while you would hear whirling sound when cast, easy fix with a little oil around brake drum but annoying)

 

Note: one thing though my Curado i is super smooth and no grinding issue like this new Curado even from a heavy use. I use my 200ipg for medium size 2oz swimbait lure and heavy spinner bait.

 

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my first search on eBay come up with K for 140.

[bunz559]

I'd go with the K for about $15 bucks more on eBay. You will not be disappointed in the few extra bucks spent. 

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Surprised no one has mentioned the plastic worm gear on the SLX. It may or may not be a longevity issue. Has no place on a $100 reel imo. 

[pauldconyers]

1 hour ago, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

Surprised no one has mentioned the plastic worm gear on the SLX. It may or may not be a longevity issue. Has no place on a $100 reel imo. 

Please educate me here what you mean? While I am sure you are correct I don't understand.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I’ve recently serviced some SLX reels and the level wind worm gears looks and feels like a hard plastic material. Surprised me on an otherwise decent looking reel at $100. May not be an issue but made me pause. 

[JustJames]

Curado 70 also come with plastic worm gear, a lot of ppl worried when first came out but so far i’ve Heard of any problem yet. I use mine 70s pretty hard or jerkbait rod and frog. I don’t remember if the K is also plastic, only fish a few hours before I sold it, but I believe it is as well.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

“Plastic” isn’t the dirty word it’s made out to be, lots of technological advances in the field. Just an observation. One could make the argument I suppose that it might be easier on the pawl than an inexpensive metal alloy. Time will tell as it always does. 

[GReb]

8 hours ago, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

I’ve recently serviced some SLX reels and the level wind worm gears looks and feels like a hard plastic material. Surprised me on an otherwise decent looking reel at $100. May not be an issue but made me pause. 

I’m sure Shimano viewed it as an area to cut cost and weight without sacrificing performance. The replacement part is $2.79 on Shimano’s site compared to $7.50 to the alloy work on the Core. Normally I’m not a fan of plastic but I’m sure it will be the future. Same with gun manufactures using MIM parts