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re: Recommend a couple baitcasting reels - freshwater
Posted on 3/19/26 at 12:38 pm to The Last Coco
Posted on 3/19/26 at 12:38 pm to The Last Coco
Does anyone own a Daiwa Zillion?
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Posted on 3/19/26 at 2:25 pm to lsuson
I have 3 of the 21zillion SVs. Mine are the JDM versions. Great reels
Posted on 3/19/26 at 3:13 pm to joeyp
I just bought one. We shall see.
Posted on 3/19/26 at 3:26 pm to TimeOutdoors
I have a couple of the Curado DCs. They are pretty great. They are both about 2 years old so, I can't comment on the newer versions, but I love these 2.
Posted on 3/19/26 at 4:51 pm to AlxTgr
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Find the size you want that is either named Tatula or Curado. I would avoid the SLX as the upgrade in gears to the Curado is truly worth it.
I'm definitely a Curado guy all the way back to the forest green 200e7 that still performs flawlessly but when the SLX's came out I waited a year and read the reviews. All positive. So I bought one for $100 brand new.
I have had zero issues with it and now probably have around 8 of them in various models.
Another I just bought (actual bought 2 of them) is the 13 Fishing Concept A2. A friend who fishes probably 10-12 tournaments a year swears by them. He recently let me throw it to check out the new rod it was on. I was like man rod feels nice but what model reel is this?
Bass Pro has them on sale now for $80. Retail was $180. They're clearing them out for the new line.
eta: Just went picked up another one in case the OB has a run on them
This post was edited on 3/19/26 at 4:58 pm
Posted on 3/19/26 at 6:47 pm to GeauxTigers0107
I don't need another reel .. I don't need another reel... I don
Posted on 3/19/26 at 7:11 pm to AlxTgr
lol. I think after 12-15 years it’s time for me. I appreciate all the suggestions. I have some time next week to do a little research and I’ll probably end up getting 2. I might look at upgrading my Berkley Lightening Rods too.
Posted on 3/19/26 at 7:46 pm to TimeOutdoors
quote:So many good rods out there. I had a Dobyns 703 Fury and a Falcon Expert light jig in my hands at lunch and left with nothing because I couldn't decide. I feel like I need a weightless Senko rod because my " weightless worm" model seems a little light and more geared to jerk baits.
2. I might look at upgrading my Berkley Lightening Rods too.
Posted on 3/19/26 at 8:47 pm to TimeOutdoors
Lews Tournament MP
Posted on 3/19/26 at 9:17 pm to WillFerrellisking
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Shimano slx reels from academy are fairly priced and are decent enough.
This
Posted on 3/19/26 at 10:31 pm to TimeOutdoors
I use all shimano. Have around 30 and 15 being curado dc. Great reels and no issues. Can go from Slx up to matanium and they are all outstanding
Posted on 3/20/26 at 5:17 am to AlxTgr
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I don't need another reel .. I don't need another reel... I don
Posted on 3/20/26 at 5:28 am to AlxTgr
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I feel like I need a weightless Senko rod because my " weightless worm" model seems a little light and more geared to jerk baits.
I'm using a 7'-2 medium action GLoomis for weightless worm. What are you looking to get?
Posted on 3/20/26 at 7:31 am to TheBoo
These
Posted on 3/20/26 at 8:00 am to GeauxTigers0107
quote:There's no GLoomis in my area and I am kinda sour on ordering rods I have never felt. Yesterday, I was at a store and couldn't decide between a Fury 703, Falcon Expert light jig or all-round.
What are you looking to get?
Posted on 3/20/26 at 8:54 am to TimeOutdoors
If you want longevity Shimano is the best choice. Their SLX XT is the best buy in reels right now. The Curado M series is a nice step up, especially the 150M. You can get new Shimano Scorpion 24's off eBay right now for $200 if you feel like waiting for them to ship from Japan.
I recently dumped all my Lews and 13Fishing reels to go back to strictly Shimano. The SLX XT, SLX DC, Curado K Curado M, and Scorpion 24 are just too good.
I recently dumped all my Lews and 13Fishing reels to go back to strictly Shimano. The SLX XT, SLX DC, Curado K Curado M, and Scorpion 24 are just too good.
Posted on 3/20/26 at 9:19 am to lsuson
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Does anyone own a Daiwa Zillion?
I have the JDM SV model, it's very nice.
But I'll be honest, it's not a huge step up from my Coastal SV TW. If the $ difference matters I'd get the Coastal.
Posted on 3/20/26 at 12:29 pm to mrcoon
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If you want longevity Shimano is the best choice. Their SLX XT is the best buy in reels right now. The Curado M series is a nice step up, especially the 150M. You can get new Shimano Scorpion 24's off eBay right now for $200 if you feel like waiting for them to ship from Japan.
I recently dumped all my Lews and 13Fishing reels to go back to strictly Shimano. The SLX XT, SLX DC, Curado K Curado M, and Scorpion 24 are just too good.
I concur. I just got an SLX XT DC and Im not sure what else I could want.
Posted on 3/20/26 at 2:25 pm to GeauxTigers0107
quote:Went looking through my collection and remembered I have a Major Craft Nanoace 6'10" MH "Jig and Worm" that looks to fit the bill. While it's not cork(bummer) the black Chronarch I have looks really good on it.
What are you looking to get?
Posted on 3/20/26 at 9:56 pm to TimeOutdoors
Your current stuff is probably perfectly fine..
But if you want to spend money the best all around combo from and Abu guy is an stx revo and a Veritas 7' medium rod. Don't pay retail. Shop around. Can get it for around 300. No need to pay for anything more.
But if you want to spend money the best all around combo from and Abu guy is an stx revo and a Veritas 7' medium rod. Don't pay retail. Shop around. Can get it for around 300. No need to pay for anything more.
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