Alex from GA Posted June 20, 2020 Posted June 20, 2020 I've been using old Shimano baitcasting reels(BMP 250) for a very long time and it's time for a newer higher gear ratio reel. I got an ad for a Shimano Curado 70xg(8:1) from Basspro and went to buy it but they were out. I can't afford anything more than $100 and would like a light weight reel. I do have a couple of 6.3 and 7:1 reels and a dozen or so 5:1 that I use several times a week. Any recommendations? Thanks. Quote
Glaucus Posted June 20, 2020 Posted June 20, 2020 Lew's Speed Spool, Shimano SLX, Daiwa Fuego but it's bigger 1 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted June 20, 2020 Super User Posted June 20, 2020 Love that picture. Extremely nice bass. Can I come fish with you? How light? The Curado 70 is listed as weighing 6.5 oz. I think finding a reel that light at $100 is going to be tough. At least for a name brand reel. Can you squeeze out another $40? Sportsman's Outfitters has the Lew's Tournament LFS for $140. It is a $200 reel and listed at 6.4 oz. EDIT: Lew's Speed Spool LFS 7.1 oz. Shimano SLX 6.9 oz. Fuego CT 7.6 oz. Woah! Okuma Helios TCS 6.3 oz. 8.1:1 $200 reel for $115 https://ads.midwayusa.com/product/1022182072?pid=683029&utm_medium=shopping&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Fishing+-+Reels&utm_content=683029&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI743rmM6R6gIVCopaBR2WcQscEAQYASABEgLsjfD_BwE I have one (not this ratio) and it is a nice reel. I've always felt I got very good value for my money from Okuma. Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted June 21, 2020 Super User Posted June 21, 2020 either the lfs or a lews tournament mp from sportsmans outfitters in 8.3 to 1 at 119$. the mp also has a carbon fiber drag. weighs 6.9 oz. 1 Quote
fluna Posted June 21, 2020 Posted June 21, 2020 Bass Pro has Lew's Tournament MB LFS Low-Profile Baitcast Reel on sale for $120 free shipping. Nice reel. Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted June 21, 2020 Super User Posted June 21, 2020 1 hour ago, fluna said: Bass Pro has Lew's Tournament MB LFS Low-Profile Baitcast Reel on sale for $120 free shipping. Nice reel. Why would you do this when you can get the MP for a dollar less ? Quote
garroyo130 Posted June 21, 2020 Posted June 21, 2020 12 hours ago, Alex from GA said: I got an ad for a Shimano Curado 70xg(8:1) from Basspro and went to buy it but they were out. I can't afford anything more than $100 and would like a light weight reel. Bass pro had this for under $100??? 1 Quote
Alex from GA Posted June 21, 2020 Author Posted June 21, 2020 garroyo, I think I saw it Thursday, $99.88. fluna, Tried to buy the MB and it's out of stock. Dodge, Where is the MP? Quote
AmmoGuy Posted June 21, 2020 Posted June 21, 2020 https://www.sportsmansoutfitters.com/products/daiwa-tatula-100-baitcast-fishing-reel Quote
AmmoGuy Posted June 21, 2020 Posted June 21, 2020 7 hours ago, garroyo130 said: Bass pro had this for under $100??? Yep. $99. Was gone quick. Quote
Alex from GA Posted June 21, 2020 Author Posted June 21, 2020 Bought the Tatula from Sportsman Outfitters a couple of hours ago; hope I'll like it. 1 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted June 21, 2020 Super User Posted June 21, 2020 1 hour ago, Alex from GA said: Bought the Tatula from Sportsman Outfitters a couple of hours ago; hope I'll like it. Congratulations! No experience with the Tatula 100, but feel quite sure you will like it. I have an original Tatula Type R and Tatula SV. Had an original Tatula. All cast very well. Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted June 21, 2020 Super User Posted June 21, 2020 I have the 100,150, and the 200..All very nice reels. I'm sure you will be happy with yours. Quote
Alex from GA Posted June 27, 2020 Author Posted June 27, 2020 Received the reel Wednesday, loaded it with 15 lb mono and a buzzbait. Used it Thursday and Friday and caught three bass up to 3 lbs with it. Worked like it should, I'm pleased. 3 Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted June 27, 2020 Super User Posted June 27, 2020 On 6/21/2020 at 1:55 PM, Alex from GA said: garroyo, I think I saw it Thursday, $99.88. fluna, Tried to buy the MB and it's out of stock. Dodge, Where is the MP? sportsmans outfitters Quote
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