lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 I'm looking to sell a bunch of equipment and focus on getting something nice from Shimano. I'm curious what you guys would get and why. Quote
Randy Price Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 How much are you planning to spend? I bought the Curado DC 150 XG last fall and have been happy with it so far. If I remember correctly it was around $ 250.00. 1 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 Nice reel and i do have one (casts a mile), but I was thinking like Metaniums, Aldebarans, Bantams, or Scorpions. 1 Quote
Super User bulldog1935 Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 If I was after one workhorse spinning reel, it would be the Twin Power to get metal frame + metal rotor. For extreme UL touch, I already have the Vanquish. Quote
garroyo130 Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 Conquest or Stella. I haven't really ever felt I needed more for than I have for freshwater. Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 No spinning reels...please!!! 2 Quote
Super User Fishes in trees Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 Before the 2021 season gets started in earnest, I'm going to have another higher end Shimano bait caster. I have a couple of Curado DC reels right now. I use them for spinner baits & chatter baits. I've decided I'm going to throw more swim jigs, smaller (3" to 5" ) soft plastic swim baits and such, so I want to get another reaction bait reel. Most likely another Curado DC, but the jury is still out. Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 3 minutes ago, lunkerboss923 said: No spinning reels...please!!! Go Big or Go Home ! ? A-Jay 1 1 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 C'mon guys I know you have some ideas on this subject. If you could have any modern semi rare or hard to find Shimano baitcaster either JDM or USDM what would you pick? and why? what would you use it for? Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 Bantam for low profile reels. Not rare but the best quality for the price in my opinion. Conquest for round reels. Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted January 27, 2021 Global Moderator Posted January 27, 2021 I’ve said this for years on here. To me the best reel Shimano or anyone else ever made is the Curado E200. Granted, it doesn’t have all the new technology or the lightest of materials available, but as a reliable workhorse reel that you can throw anything on, nothing is better. If I wanted a new currently available model regardless of brand, the Curado K would be it. Mike 1 Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 I am a Shimano fanboy and have owned a number of them over the years. I currently have the following: 5 Bantam MGL's, Curado 70, Tranx 200, 2 Metanium 2020's, Metanium 13, Scorpion MGL, Curado 70 MGL, SLX 70 MGL, Casitas. Here is my opinion on how I would rate them 1-5 just based off what I have used. 1. Metanium 2020 - The smoothest, best feeling reel IMO 2. Bantam MGL - The most solid feeling, best value 3. Curado 70 MGL - Awesome reel for soft plastics 4. Scorpion MGL - Slightly better than the K 5. Curado K 1 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 1 minute ago, jbsoonerfan said: I am a Shimano fanboy and have owned a number of them over the years. I currently have the following: 5 Bantam MGL's, Curado 70, Tranx 200, 2 Metanium 2020's, Metanium 13, Scorpion MGL, Curado 70 MGL, SLX 70 MGL, Casitas. Here is my opinion on how I would rate them 1-5 just based off what I have used. 1. Metanium 2020 - The smoothest, best feeling reel IMO 2. Bantam MGL - The most solid feeling, best value 3. Curado 70 MGL - Awesome reel for soft plastics 4. Scorpion MGL - Slightly better than the K 5. Curado K I love it!!! I knew ole Boomer Sooner would jump into the mix! I always respect your opinions on these matters. Would you mind telling me how you use each reel? What lures you use with each? That would help me tremendously! Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 Curado 70 HG - 12lb Invisx - Jerkbaits Tranx 200 XG - 20lb Shooter - Jigs in Heavy Cover Curado 200K - 15lb Tatsu - Lipless Metanium 13 - 12lb Sufix Elite - Spinnerbaits Bantam MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Topwater Curado 70 MGL XG - 15lb Tatsu - 3/16 Texas Rig Casitas 150 - 12lb Sufix Elite - Squarebills Bantam MGL - 40lb Sufix 832 - Chatterbaits Met 20 XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 1/4 Texas Rig Curado 200 K XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 5/16 Texas Rig SLX MGL 70 XG - 14lb Sniper - 3/16 Ned Rig Bantam MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 3/8 Texas Rig Bantam MGL XG - 50lb Sufix 832 - Frogs Scorpion MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Swinging Jig Head Bantam MGL HG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Carolina Rig/Jig Met 20 - 15lb Tatsu - 1/2 Texas Rig Those may vary from trip to trip depending on what my plan is, but that is what is ready to go most of the time. 1 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 21 minutes ago, jbsoonerfan said: Curado 70 HG - 12lb Invisx - Jerkbaits Tranx 200 XG - 20lb Shooter - Jigs in Heavy Cover Curado 200K - 15lb Tatsu - Lipless Metanium 13 - 12lb Sufix Elite - Spinnerbaits Bantam MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Topwater Curado 70 MGL XG - 15lb Tatsu - 3/16 Texas Rig Casitas 150 - 12lb Sufix Elite - Squarebills Bantam MGL - 40lb Sufix 832 - Chatterbaits Met 20 XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 1/4 Texas Rig Curado 200 K XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 5/16 Texas Rig SLX MGL 70 XG - 14lb Sniper - 3/16 Ned Rig Bantam MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - 3/8 Texas Rig Bantam MGL XG - 50lb Sufix 832 - Frogs Scorpion MGL XG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Swinging Jig Head Bantam MGL HG - 40lb Sufix 832 - Carolina Rig/Jig Met 20 - 15lb Tatsu - 1/2 Texas Rig Those may vary from trip to trip depending on what my plan is, but that is what is ready to go most of the time. no DC's Quote
diehardbassfishing Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 https://japantackle.com/casting-reels/shimano/reg0000258.html Get one and never look back. Karl Quote
The Maestro Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 I think I'd take a 2020 Metanium if it's just one. If I knew the reel was specifically going to be used on a heavier setup for flipping jigs and t-rigs I'd take a Bantam. Line capacity isn't great on these reels though. You won't dump a full spool but when you lose line from re-tying and break offs it could become an issue. I don't use mine for moving baits or long casts so it's a non-issue for me. Maybe somebody who does can chime in on this with their experience. Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 13 minutes ago, lunkerboss923 said: no DC's Nope. I have owned a few (Curado, Scorpion, Antares) but I don't really see the benefit from using them. I can dial a regular reel in just as well and IMO get one to perform better. 3 Quote
Super User Catt Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 Calcutta 100A ? Why: solid as an anvil, versatile as a pair of Channellocks®, & dependable as a 30/30! 3 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 Just now, Catt said: Calcutta 100A ? Why: solid as an anvil, versatile as a pair of Channellocks®, & dependable as a 30/30! I guess to each his own my friend! 1 Quote
ironbjorn Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 The Shimano I need most is a Lews 3 1 Quote
lunkerboss923 Posted January 27, 2021 Author Posted January 27, 2021 1 minute ago, ironbjorn said: The Shimano I need most is a Lews Have fun that Mach Crush! ? Quote
mrpao Posted January 27, 2021 Posted January 27, 2021 If just one reel, then it would be the 2020 metanium. Smooth, cast well, feels solid and light enough to go on most rods. I think it has the best of all properties. I do wish it came in a 5 gear ratio though. Quote
Super User Catt Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 1 hour ago, lunkerboss923 said: I guess to each his own my friend! Well let's see, I've got 2 of em that have caught 35 double digit bass across 5 states, Bull Reds up to 25#+, & Bonita offshore. That covers solid & versatile ? Both are 35+ yrs old & have had a complete overhaul once...last year. That covers reliable ? I would say I got my $179.99 worth ? 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 27, 2021 Super User Posted January 27, 2021 I'll take a Conquest. 1 Quote
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