$150-$190 Baitcaster

[Tadas Sereiva]

I'm looking for a new baitcaster to pair with my 7'1" MHF St. Croix Mojo Bass. I am interested in the SLX DC, but I am open to other options in the same price range. Thanks in advance.

[jbsoonerfan]

Scorpion MGL would get the nod for me over the SLX

[Ogandrews]

Would definitely recommend getting a curado k over an slx dc. Better internals and smoother imo. I own dc and non dc models of the curado k and I will not be buying any more of the DC because I don’t think that it is worth the extra money. The curado K is the best sub $200 reel there is, I know that other people are going to recommend other reels but if you take my advice you will be happy with a reel that is great quality that is going to last.

[Tywithay]

Coastal SV TW would be my suggestion. It cast better than the Curado K, but still has the controlled aspect of the DC. It's a $250 reel, but you can find it for $175-$180 without much effort  

[kayaking_kev]

If you fish in a lot of wind a DC reel would shine, but they are on the heavy side unless you spring for a Metanium. If you went the DC route, I would consider the Scorpion DC, it has the same braking system of the Metanium DC. I personally have a SLX DC and I like it paired on a heavier rod, but it's not something I want to throw all day, everyday. IMO, they are fun and easy to use and worth it in windy situations. I can cast straight into some pretty strong wind and have no problems. Even spinning gear will get wind knots a lot of times in windy situations.

 

I also have the Tatula SV and it's also pretty good in the wind, but not quite as good as a DC, IMO, but it is a lot lighter and easy to throw all day. If you wanted bigger handles and a blue color SV, you can check out the Coastal SV as someone already mentioned.

 

 

FYI -  Just a heads up, this thread will probably get moved to the Rods, Reels, Lines, & Knots Forum.

 

 

 

 

[jimmyjoe]

   I have the 7'-01" MH/F Mojo rod, and I use it a lot. I like it especially for 1/2 oz. spinnerbaits, but it's OK for 1/2-8/10 oz. spoons, also. I personally would not use a 150-size reel on that rod. I feel that the 200-size is a much better "workhorse" reel. I have a Citica on it now, and had a Curado on it last year.

   If you're thinking of putting a 150-size DC reel on this rod to work the lower portion of the weightband (3/8 - 5/8 versus 1/2 - 1 oz.) so as to work soft plastics, I would make sure that you feel it has the sensitivity you need. The 150-size reel would, of course, then be the better choice.

   Good luck!    jj

[waymont]

Tatula SV tw.

[WIGuide]

43 minutes ago, waymont said:

Tatula SV tw.

If you don't have your heart set on Shimano, this would be my pick as well

[frogflogger]

29 minutes ago, WIGuide said:

If you don't have your heart set on Shimano, this would be my pick as well

I use both and am satisfied with both.

[AmmoGuy]

8 hours ago, Tywithay said:

Coastal SV TW would be my suggestion. It cast better than the Curado, but still has the controlled aspect of the DC. It's a $250 reel, but you can find it for $175-$180 without much effort  

Second this. Fantastic reel. 

 

The Tatula SV TW would be good too. 

[Tadas Sereiva]

7 hours ago, WIGuide said:

If you don't have your heart set on Shimano, this would be my pick as well

How does the SV TW or Coastal SV TW compare to the Curado K or Scorpion MGL?. I have always been a fan of Shimano reels, so if I decide to buy one that is non-Shimano I would like to know what advantages it has. Thanks in advance.

 

P.S. I use braid to mono with an FG knot and I have heard that the Daiwa T-Wing system does not handle knots well.

Edited May 26, 2020 by Tadas Sereiva

[Tizi]

Tatula SV TW or the Coastal.  I just picked up the Coastal SV TW, wow!

[Tywithay]

34 minutes ago, Tadas Sereiva said:

How does the SV TW or Coastal SV TW compare to the Curado K or Scorpion MGL?. I have always been a fan of Shimano reels, so if I decide to buy one that is non-Shimano I would like to know what advantages it has. Thanks in advance.

 

P.S. I use braid to mono with an FG knot and I have heard that the Daiwa T-Wing system does not handle knots well.

Size-wise they're pretty similar. For me, the SV cast more effortlessly and have more control in adverse conditions than the curado, especially with lighter (below 1/2oz). Haven't used the scorpion, but I've heard the mgl spool makes it a little easier to cast, but I can't say for sure. The Daiwa's have an easier external brake as well, though I rarely need it. The curado external dial is tucked away nicely, but it's a pain to move sometimes if I need a quick adjustment. I don't think you really gain anything one way or the other in regards to smoothness or power, as they're both top of the class reels in that price range. Weight savings for the Daiwa can be a good thing, but it's negligible. I really like the Shimano reels and I have a Curado DC and K that have their place, but I now own 5 (3 Elite, 1 SV, 1 Coastal SV) of the new Tatula platform and have no plans of looking back. 

 

I had issues in the past passing a double uni through the TWS with 40+15, but haven't ever had an FG get caught up. They actually seem to cast knots really well with the bigger opening, it's the retrieve that was the issue. 

[AmmoGuy]

28 minutes ago, Tizi said:

Tatula SV TW or the Coastal.  I just picked up the Coastal SV TW, wow!

I’m probably about to sell my new Tat CT and get another coastal SV. I’ve never used the Tat SV, but I can’t imagine it doing anything better than the coastal. 

[Tizi]

19 minutes ago, AmmoGuy said:

I’m probably about to sell my new Tat CT and get another coastal SV. I’ve never used the Tat SV, but I can’t imagine it doing anything better than the coastal. 

I love the Coastals.  Fantastic.  I paired mine with a 7'3" MHF Cronos.  Killer combo.

 

Are you selling the Tat CT?  Shoot me a PM, I might take it off of your hands?

[new2BC4bass]

1 hour ago, AmmoGuy said:

I’m probably about to sell my new Tat CT and get another coastal SV. I’ve never used the Tat SV, but I can’t imagine it doing anything better than the coastal. 

Right Hand $158.99 and free shipping on ebay.  Left Hand $169.98

[AmmoGuy]

6 minutes ago, new2BC4bass said:

Right Hand $158.99 and free shipping on ebay.  Left Hand $169.98

Coastal? Or Tat? 

[new2BC4bass]

 

Coastal

[RoLo]

Scorpion MGL 

[haggard]

18 hours ago, Tadas Sereiva said:

I'm looking for a new baitcaster to pair with my 7'1" MHF St. Croix Mojo Bass. I am interested in the SLX DC, but I am open to other options in the same price range. Thanks in advance.

I've had the St.C MH/F Mojo Bass in 6'8 for 3 seasons now and feels right at home with a Curado K 201 (or 200 if you want right side retrieve). In terms of size and heft of the Curado K seems a great match for the stout rod. Big workhorse reel with a good amount of spool depth. Until recently this was my go-to "heavy duty" combo. For this season I put a smaller reel on my MH/F only because it fits my hands better.

 

[Revival]

10 hours ago, waymont said:

Tatula SV tw.

This

[dodgeguy]

Lews Tournament Pro at sportsmans outfitters 139 $ 

[Pogues2300]

2020 tatula sv 103 gets my vote. 

[LonnieP]

2 hours ago, new2BC4bass said:

Right Hand $158.99 and free shipping on ebay.  Left Hand $169.98

That’s the older Coastal TWS 200. I did see that one seller has the Coastal SV for 184.95 with free shipping. 

[AmmoGuy]

12 minutes ago, LonnieP said:

That’s the older Coastal TWS 200. I did see that one seller has the Coastal SV for 184.95 with free shipping. 

Yep, I kinda figured he was referring the older Coastal. 

33 minutes ago, Pogues2300 said:

2020 tatula sv 103 gets my vote. 

I’d agree here... If you are going to get the SV, I’d get the 103. 
 

 

This also has me wondering if the SV 103 spool would fit in the coastal.