Tat 80 Vs 100???

[GetFishorDieTryin]

After getting a Tat 80 in hand I was impressed and liked the feel.  Yesterday I got to get my hands on the new Tat 100, and I was just as impressed at how much more palmable the new 100 is than the older gen.  That dimple above the T wing doesn't sound great, but in reality, it gave me an effortless, but firm grip on the frame.  Now I dont know which one to get.  The 80 is considerably lighter, but the 100 is a little more versatile.  Both have the same handles and grips (I think) so there's no advantage there.  Theres also the SV 100, which looks like it shares the same small frame as the Tatula 100.  I could go without the goofy spider.  They only had left hand models of the SV so I couldn't get a proper feel.

Does anyone have the Tatula 80 and 24 100?  Given the choice of 1 reel which one would you take and why?  If anyone has all 3 reels, the same question applies? TIA

 

[NorthernBasser]

I have a few of the new 100's and a few of the previous version (with the red accents on the clutch bar). To me, the previous version sits more comfortably in my hand. The new 100 sits higher on the reel seat. But that's just me. The new model obviously has it's improvements over the last version. Really solid reel.

 

I also have a handful of the 80's, which I love more than the 100's. The 100 obviously has more line capacity, if that's important to you. What do you plan on using it for? 

[JackstrawIII]

9 minutes ago, NorthernBasser said:

What do you plan on using it for? 

That's how I chose. I have the 80 for normal use and the 100 for when I need to bomb stuff. 

[MiceNReets]

23 minutes ago, NorthernBasser said:

I have a few of the new 100's and a few of the previous version (with the red accents on the clutch bar). To me, the previous version sits more comfortably in my hand. The new 100 sits higher on the reel seat. But that's just me. The new model obviously has it's improvements over the last version. Really solid reel.

 

I also have a handful of the 80's, which I love more than the 100's. The 100 obviously has more line capacity, if that's important to you. What do you plan on using it for? 

What do you use your 80s for?

[NorthernBasser]

16 minutes ago, MiceNReets said:

What do you use your 80s for?

 

One I have paired up with a 6'10 MH rod I use for jigs/swim jigs in close quarters/docks.

Another I have paired on my primary Fluke rod. 

One of my bladed jig rods has an 80 on it. 

Another on my squarebill/DT6 rod. 

And another on topwater rod. 

 

Honestly, it can do pretty much everything. I wouldn't use it for punching or frogging, but that's just me. And if I wanna bomb deep diving cranks I'd go with the 100. But this reel bombs baits plenty far, and I love how it feels in hand.  

[MiceNReets]

53 minutes ago, NorthernBasser said:

 

One I have paired up with a 6'10 MH rod I use for jigs/swim jigs in close quarters/docks.

Another I have paired on my primary Fluke rod. 

One of my bladed jig rods has an 80 on it. 

Another on my squarebill/DT6 rod. 

And another on topwater rod. 

 

Honestly, it can do pretty much everything. I wouldn't use it for punching or frogging, but that's just me. And if I wanna bomb deep diving cranks I'd go with the 100. But this reel bombs baits plenty far, and I love how it feels in hand.  

Ok.   I have mixed feelings with mine.   I’ll see if it changes this season.   I have it on a Megabass destroyer Go-Ten 5’10 MH rod for jigs, swim jigs and topwater in close quarters 

[GetFishorDieTryin]

7 hours ago, NorthernBasser said:

I also have a handful of the 80's, which I love more than the 100's. The 100 obviously has more line capacity, if that's important to you. What do you plan on using it for? 

It would probably go on either a 7'1 M and be used for just about everything or a 7'2 MH and be used T/Free rigs, swim jigs, and maybe buzz baits.  If it goes on the M it would be #12 Invizx and #15 on the MH.  If the SV could match the 100 in distance I would buy the SV 100 for sure, but if Daiwa didnt change anything but the frame on the SVs I dont see it being any better with distance.  Does the 80 cast better than the 100? 

[ABU is overpriced]

If you want the tat 80, just get the alphas, its superior in every way. Between the 80 and the 100, i'd get the 100 for sure.

[FryDog62]

1 hour ago, ABU is overpriced said:

If you want the tat 80, just get the alphas, it’s superior in every way

Except maybe casting distance. The SV spool is great for skipping but limits range for sure. 

[Bigbox99]

4 hours ago, ABU is overpriced said:

If you want the tat 80, just get the alphas, its superior in every way. Between the 80 and the 100, i'd get the 100 for sure.

I have both and prefer the Tatula 80 for all around use.  It has a more versatile braking profile and I like the dial location better that allows for adjustments while palming the reel instead of having to flip it over and dig at the little nub dial on the Alphas.  The Alphas is way better at control so it gets the nod for jigs and plastics.  I've shelved mine and will be pairing it with a jig rod in the future.

[Eric 26]

I have an 80 that’s spooled with 10 pound Seaguar Basix fluorocarbon and love it for the mini max bladed jig or an 1/8 ounce swim jig without a trailer. I also have the last generation Tat 100 and use that primarily for 1/4 ounce spinner baits. Having said that I know this is a silly question but has anyone seen the Tat 100 SV in person? I’m curious if the color is more grey or blueish grey such as the Alphas? 

[GetFishorDieTryin]

2 hours ago, Eric 26 said:

I have an 80 that’s spooled with 10 pound Seaguar Basix fluorocarbon and love it for the mini max bladed jig or an 1/8 ounce swim jig without a trailer. I also have the last generation Tat 100 and use that primarily for 1/4 ounce spinner baits. Having said that I know this is a silly question but has anyone seen the Tat 100 SV in person? I’m curious if the color is more grey or blueish grey such as the Alphas? 

Its like a high shine blue a tinted kinda grey, like the older Tat elite rod, but with a blue hue to it.  Not my first choice in color, but its not hideous.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

9 hours ago, ABU is overpriced said:

If you want the tat 80, just get the alphas, its superior in every way. Between the 80 and the 100, i'd get the 100 for sure.

See, that was my point about the 3rd party prices all the reels dont follow the same discount.  If I could the same heavy discount the alphas it would be cheaper.  The alphas is close 2x the price @185$, I can get an 80 for just over 100$, a 100 for 110$ and the sv 100 for 140$.  Ive had all the Tatulas in hand, but not at the same time.  TD had the sv70, 80, but not the newer 100 in stock so I couldnt compare them really.  BPS had the 100 and sv100.  The sv was a lefty model, but as far as I could tell they were the same reel, just different spool and paintjob.  

[ABU is overpriced]

6 hours ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

See, that was my point about the 3rd party prices all the reels dont follow the same discount.  If I could the same heavy discount the alphas it would be cheaper.  The alphas is close 2x the price @185$, I can get an 80 for just over 100$, a 100 for 110$ and the sv 100 for 140$.  Ive had all the Tatulas in hand, but not at the same time.  TD had the sv70, 80, but not the newer 100 in stock so I couldnt compare them really.  BPS had the 100 and sv100.  The sv was a lefty model, but as far as I could tell they were the same reel, just different spool and paintjob.  

Well of course they don't follow the same discount, but when you look at the price of the alphas tw when they first came out, and at the prices you can find them now, and pretty much all over in japan, they're much cheaper than what they once were, making them a much better buy than they were originally. And an alphas is as smooth as a zillion, so even though they're more expensive than a Tat, smoothness goes a long way. They're also lighter, a better choice for jerbaits for sure.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

3 minutes ago, ABU is overpriced said:

Well of course they don't follow the same discount, but when you look at the price of the alphas tw when they first came out, and at the prices you can find them now, and pretty much all over in japan, they're much cheaper than what they once were, making them a much better buy than they were originally. And an alphas is as smooth as a zillion, so even though they're more expensive than a Tat, smoothness goes a long way. They're also lighter, a better choice for jerbaits for sure.

The weights about the same as the 80, but an ounce in the case of the 100 if a big difference.  Ive got no experience with Alphas platform at all.  I think a buddy of mine has an alpahs air I think, but ive never even held it.  Ive gotten my hands on the Tatulas and theyve been around long enough that any problems would have surfaced.  So far the feedback is really good or great for every Tatula.  For the price of 1 alphas, I could spend 30$ more and get 2 80s.  If I was left handed I could buy 2 80s and a vison 110 for the price of 1 alphas.  If I was going to spend that much, I would spend the extra 50 and get a zillion.  Honestly both reels should drop in street and market value soon, they're 4 and 5 years old, a new gen will be out this year or next.

[ABU is overpriced]

3 hours ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

The weights about the same as the 80, but an ounce in the case of the 100 if a big difference.  Ive got no experience with Alphas platform at all.  I think a buddy of mine has an alpahs air I think, but ive never even held it.  Ive gotten my hands on the Tatulas and theyve been around long enough that any problems would have surfaced.  So far the feedback is really good or great for every Tatula.  For the price of 1 alphas, I could spend 30$ more and get 2 80s.  If I was left handed I could buy 2 80s and a vison 110 for the price of 1 alphas.  If I was going to spend that much, I would spend the extra 50 and get a zillion.  Honestly both reels should drop in street and market value soon, they're 4 and 5 years old, a new gen will be out this year or next.

The Alphas is $177. I don't know if USD dropped or the yen increased but these were at $150 for a long while. The Tat 80 is $168. Both from amazon jp. You ain't spending $30 and get 2 80s. For $9 more you're getting an Alphas, which is simply a superior reel to anything tatula. If the Zillion wasn't a thing, to me, this would be the reel to get from daiwa if we're talking about bang per buck. The Tat100 might be one of those reels as well, but every tat i see, are all buzzing, so unless this was fixed on these, i wouldn't choose a tat over an alphas, especially at such a ridiculously small price difference.

[Bigbox99]

6 hours ago, ABU is overpriced said:

The Alphas is $177. I don't know if USD dropped or the yen increased but these were at $150 for a long while. The Tat 80 is $168. Both from amazon jp. You ain't spending $30 and get 2 80s. For $9 more you're getting an Alphas, which is simply a superior reel to anything tatula. If the Zillion wasn't a thing, to me, this would be the reel to get from daiwa if we're talking about bang per buck. The Tat100 might be one of those reels as well, but every tat i see, are all buzzing, so unless this was fixed on these, i wouldn't choose a tat over an alphas, especially at such a ridiculously small price difference.

Tatula 80s are closer to $100 on AE.