Curado MGL 70 vs. SLX MGL

[JustJames]

1 minute ago, The Bassman said:

I'll try using that excuse when the UPS truck shows up with my new Zodias tomorrow.

I’m working on it too since she already get Gucci purse for anniversary next month. Be warn though, last time I mentioned that, I got to sleep in dog house.

[The Bassman]

15 minutes ago, Bass_Fishing_Socal said:

I’m working on it too since she already get Gucci purse for anniversary next month. Be warn though, last time I mentioned that, I got to sleep in dog house.

We've got cats. lol

[Brett's_daddy]

58 minutes ago, CrankFate said:

Even their Roblox guys get an allowance of $10 a month to buy virtual clothes with.

Oh my God, that’s my son totally. If it’s not Roblox it’s v-bucks for Fortnite ?.

1 hour ago, Bass_Fishing_Socal said:

That known as 70 (first 70 reel from Shimano) or Curado 70i, what we are talking here is new different spool material, a lot of improvement Curado 70K MGL or know as 70 MGL.

Question for OP, do you need the rod? Do you want any more setups? What make you feel better, using more expensive gears or using good gear without breaking the bank? Of course if money is no object, then buy whatever you like. Just like other why spend 230 for Curado when 290 can get you Aldebaran but better yet why not get 2020 Metanium for a little bit more, or just add 100 bucks more and get Antares, let not stop there go all the way to Conquest, shall we?

My point is get whatever your budget around without cutting down your kids college fund.?

Both reel should fish very close to each other, casting distance shouldn’t be far apart, similar in size and weight. Of course Curado is smoother and might last a few more years longer ?. Ppl already mention MM gear that provide smoothness, infamous X-ship bearing that make the reel feel sturdy when load with big fish (but also these bearing are main cause of infamous geary in a lot of Shimano reel). I’ll add one more, this Curado MGL also come with mainshaft support bearing, this will definitely make the reel feel even sturdier and might help prolong the life of X-Ship bearing. All those worth the xtra 80 bucks?

 

Once is awhile we need to spoiled ourself with some nice gears just like the wife that buy all the purses and shoes. Of course kids come first. 
 

I am reaching my budget without selling some older stuff. Can’t really afford a $300 reel. As for another setup, I could use a MH rod...that’s about the only hole in my arsenal right now. I mean I could get the Curado by that’s the Max for a reel, then sell some stuff to get an SLX XT/rod combo but that’s the only way I could really swing it. The money doesn’t stretch as far as it used to!

[ATA]

1 hour ago, CrankFate said:

Don’t even get me started on kids. Even their Roblox guys get an allowance of $10 a month to buy virtual clothes with.

I am with you there, I have two of them, haha Roblox is all over my Bank statements  

[JustJames]

In this case I would just get SLX MGL combo, or find a used one 120 and spend money toward better rod. I used one and it wasn’t bad at all.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

On 4/29/2021 at 10:21 AM, Brett's_daddy said:

Is the Curado MGL 70 that much better than the SLX MGL that it's worth the extra $$$? I'm contemplating one but at $229 for the Curado I can get an SLX MGL rod & reel combo at ALF for $199. Is it the micromodule gearing that's the main difference?

The Curado is going to feel a little more refined then SLX, but the SLX is no slouch by any means and probably the better value in terms of what you get for your money.  Personally Im not too keen on the SLX MH and Hs over 7' to the point where I wouldnt buy one if I could get them for 50$.  That closes the gap to 30$ and at that point and if you want a refined reel then I think it would be worth it.  On the other hand if you like the SLXs or have a use for the rod that comes with the reel then the combo would almost certainly be the way to go.  I dont understand recommendations of passing up 2 great versatile reels with NEW designs and spending more money to get a niche JDM Aldebaran BFS or MGL 30, that while good was designed years and years ago.  The obvious move would be the JDM 20Met, LOL Im JK. Either way you go, SLX or Curado your going to be happy with what you get, good luck.   

[LCG]

I have the SLX MGL and the Curado K. They are both great reels, but I use them for different purposes. I have complete confidence in both reels. The Curado MGL is probably the best of both worlds, but I don't have one myself. The SLX MGL is a very good value, that still feels strong and smooth. 

[NOC 1]

6 hours ago, Bass_Fishing_Socal said:

In this case I would just get SLX MGL combo, or find a used one 120 and spend money toward better rod. I used one and it wasn’t bad at all.

 

Or, get a new one for $122. This was my main point in my previous post when I said I wouldn't pay $239 for a Curado when I could buy a Scorpion for at least $60 less. I wasn't saying that I wouldn't ever buy a Curado just not for $239. like I said for a bit more I can get a Metanium. You have to shop around some. If you just look at Bass Pro and Tackle Warehouse you are leaving a lot of gear on the table, getting 2 reels for every three you pay for as I see it. Or buy the Metanium and the Scorpion for the same price as a pair of Curado...

 

https://fishing.asian-portal.shop/category/select/cid/352/bid/49/pid/29525

 

[NOC 1]

2 hours ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

  I dont understand recommendations of passing up 2 great versatile reels with NEW designs and spending more money to get a niche JDM Aldebaran BFS or MGL 30, that while good was designed years and years ago.  The obvious move would be the JDM 20Met, LOL Im JK. Either way you go, SLX or Curado your going to be happy with what you get, good luck.   

Let me simplify it for you then..it is crazy to pay $239 for a Curado when you can for not very much more get a much better reel, or the JDM version for much cheaper. Unless you'd care to argue that some how a Curado is better reel than Aldebaran...regardless of the fact that they were designed a few years back.

 

I have a whole stable of OG Steez and TD-Z reels and each and every one is a better reel than any Curado and they haven't even sold those for 10 or even 15 years.

 

 I mean if a guy wants pay near Metanium money for a Curado so be it it's his money. I prefer to spend mine more wisely and was trying to inform someone who might not be aware that he even has a choice the he also has options for his money. THAT is the point of the recommendation.

[NorthernBasser]

10 hours ago, jbsoonerfan said:

I use the power grip II on all my reels. They are the ones that come on the Curado K

I just got 2 of the Curado MGLs. An HG and an XG. I'm with you. I like that larger knobs that came on the Curado K's. Not sure why they (and Daiwa recently) decided to go with smaller knobs as of late.

 

I'm assuming those Power Grips fit on the MGLs? Where do you get yours if you don't mind? Ereplacementparts.com has them. Curious if it's a legit site. 

 

[GetFishorDieTryin]

12 hours ago, NOC 1 said:

Let me simplify it for you then..it is crazy to pay $239 for a Curado when you can for not very much more get a much better reel, or the JDM version for much cheaper

 To say the Alde 30 is a better reel is a cop out, its not designed to do what the SLX and Curado do.  Going from from a Curado or SLX to an Aldebaran 30 would be like buying a corvette when you need a pick up truck.  The Alde 30 limits you to either braid or 8-10lb FC.  Im not going to get into the whole aluminum vs brass main argument, but there's a reason why Shimano went back to brass for the 20Met.  Even if he wanted an Alde it would be better to wait a few months instead and get the updated model instead of buying a reel that was designed 6 or 7 years ago.  

[jbsoonerfan]

11 hours ago, NorthernBasser said:

I just got 2 of the Curado MGLs. An HG and an XG. I'm with you. I like that larger knobs that came on the Curado K's. Not sure why they (and Daiwa recently) decided to go with smaller knobs as of late.

 

I'm assuming those Power Grips fit on the MGLs? Where do you get yours if you don't mind? Ereplacementparts.com has them. Curious if it's a legit site. 

 

Straight from Shimano https://fishshop.shimano.com/collections/cu200xgk 

 

BNT5767 only $3.43 ea

 

I also order BNT5713 (knob seal) as well

[kayaking_kev]

13 hours ago, NOC 1 said:

 

Or, get a new one for $122. 

 

https://fishing.asian-portal.shop/category/select/cid/352/bid/49/pid/29525

 

 

That's where I got mine when they first came out in Japan, it was still $120. I buy and sell reels all the time, but that's one I'm keeping.

[Brett's_daddy]

So, regardless of which reel I choose...what ratio would you get, 7.4:1 or 8.1:1?

[new2BC4bass]

15 minutes ago, Brett's_daddy said:

So, regardless of which reel I choose...what ratio would you get, 7.4:1 or 8.1:1?

Depends on what you plan on using it the most for, but in my opinion the 7.4:1 is more versatile. If going on a bottom contact rod, then I'd rather have the 8.1:1 reel.  My personal preferences may not be yours.

[Brett's_daddy]

Probably t-rigs, wacky rig etc.

[jbsoonerfan]

19 minutes ago, Brett's_daddy said:

Probably t-rigs, wacky rig etc.

I prefer an XG for all my bottom contact baits. Ten of my reels are XG.

[JustJames]

 

53 minutes ago, new2BC4bass said:

Depends on what you plan on using it the most for, but in my opinion the 7.4:1 is more versatile.

Most of my reels are HG, 7 gear ratio. I use this ratio for every thing especially bottom contact. A lot of ppl trend to fish too fast, and to me it is easier to speed up than slow down. For bottom contact mostly you move the lure by rod not reel so faster speed is not necessary.