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Best baitcast for $175 #11470757 03/11/16 03:53 PM
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I am currently using all Revo Sx or STx reels but having a problem with them letting out line while in the rod box. When I finally get them untangled I can pull out drag until it stops and they fish fine but just frustrating that I am having that problem. I am thinking about trying another brand and just wanted some feedback.

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Re: Best baitcast for $175 [Re: Insurance man] #11470775 03/11/16 03:59 PM
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Curado

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Revo STX, JMO, I have 10 or 12 never had that problem!


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Shimano Curado I

I definitely think you should go with a Curado. They've been proven winners for years and they're truly the bomb. Shimano hit a home run again with the I series and these reels feel like a $300 reel in your hand. They're very durable and strong but they're small and compact, which is hard to find in a reel nowadays. They have a smooth, buttery retrieve and all the drag power you could possibly need. I really think you'd be happy with a Curado. Give it a try!


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Re: Best baitcast for $175 [Re: Insurance man] #11470852 03/11/16 04:23 PM
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Save a little $$ and buy a daiwa tatula

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lews tournament lite speed spool,lews bb1, or Curado I.

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Lews Super Duty or LFS.....or Shimano Curado

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Lew's Tournament Pro G Spool. You can find them on eBay for around $165.

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Originally Posted By: LinkLowrance
Lew's Tournament Pro G Spool. You can find them on eBay for around $165.
I was looking at the Lews LITE speed spool..have you tried it compared to the G spool?

Re: Best baitcast for $175 [Re: bigbass94] #11470925 03/11/16 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted By: bigbass94
Shimano Curado I

I definitely think you should go with a Curado. They've been proven winners for years and they're truly the bomb. Shimano hit a home run again with the I series and these reels feel like a $300 reel in your hand. They're very durable and strong but they're small and compact, which is hard to find in a reel nowadays. They have a smooth, buttery retrieve and all the drag power you could possibly need. I really think you'd be happy with a Curado. Give it a try!
I looked them and they only have 5 ball bearings compared to 11 on most higher end reels.

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Originally Posted By: Michael.Beaty
Save a little $$ and buy a daiwa tatula

Also check into the Cabela's Arachnid... near the same as Tatula only with "Cabelas" stamped on it and 4 or 5 additional bearings and just slightly over your budget... if you can wait them out they can usually be had for $130 or so on sale

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Originally Posted By: Michael.Beaty
Save a little $$ and buy a daiwa tatula

Love my Tat's!


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Originally Posted By: Insurance man
Originally Posted By: bigbass94
Shimano Curado I

I definitely think you should go with a Curado. They've been proven winners for years and they're truly the bomb. Shimano hit a home run again with the I series and these reels feel like a $300 reel in your hand. They're very durable and strong but they're small and compact, which is hard to find in a reel nowadays. They have a smooth, buttery retrieve and all the drag power you could possibly need. I really think you'd be happy with a Curado. Give it a try!
I looked them and they only have 5 ball bearings compared to 11 on most higher end reels.
5 high end bearings. I know of 10 and 12 bearing reels I wouldn't buy or even use if they were given to me.

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