Looking for reel under 170 USD for Frogging and other grass things 2024
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
Hello! I am new on the forums and I am looking for a good reel $160 or less (USD) for frogging and flipping and swim Jigs. I am going to be pairing it with the Okuma Scott Martin TCS rod (7'3" Heavy/Fast). I have been looking at the Daiwa Tatula CT Type R and the Lew's Mach II or Mach Crush. Also I found the Typer R for $140 on EBay from TriaceTackle2016. Anybody know if they are trustworthy? Cause they have a lot of stuff but it's really cheap so I don't know if they are knockoffs. Any suggestions for the reel? Appreciate the help!
-Harrison
[edit] and if anyone wants to sell a good frogging reel for under 160 on EBay or something, email me. I think it should be in my profile. ?
Edited by BigBass'n_HarrisonBass_Fishing_Socal reply :
You can do a lot better than 140 on Daiwa CT type R everywhere else.
Tim Kelly reply :
Very happy with my Tat Ct. I have a couple of the standard ones in 7.3:1 and they're my favorite reels, over my SV105, Tat SV, OG zillion, Curado, Chronarch etc. Not sure I'd bother with the Type R version. I think they look ugly and don't really offer any tangible benefits.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
For those applications I highly recommend either the Tatula 200 HD or the Lew's wide spool super duty. Both can be had on eBay for much less then $160.
fishnkamp reply :
I fish a lot of Daiwas. My frog rod has an original ( larger size) Tatula Type R. I went with the Type R because I wanted a 8-1 left handed reel.
I also fish with 12 baitcasters so I can specialize. It sounds like you are setting up one reel to handle multiple things. The Tatula CT is what I would suggest you go with and since you want to fish frogs, flipping or pitching and swim jigs I would go for a Tatula CT in 7.3-1 left or right hand retrieve. That choice is personal preference. The 7.3-1 will be fast enough to fish the frogs and pitch, with but still allow you enough control with the swim jigs.
I do not believe the Tatula CT Type R will give you much for the extra money. A type R has a couple of corrosion resistant bearings replacing the standard ones, a drag star that is made of a fancier material and has a tiny bit lighter spool. It also has more red on it! LOL I own Daiwa Exceler reels, Tatula Type R reels and Daiwa Tatula CT reels and they all perform about the same. You can save a few bucks and get a standard Tatula CT or spend about $40 more and get a CT Type R. I will say I am pleased with all of mine.
Bluebasser86 reply :
Why not match that TCS rod with a Helios TCS? I have a 7.3 and the 8.1, they're great reels.
roadwarrior reply :
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BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 8/23/2017 at 9:55 AM, DINK WHISPERER said:For those applications I highly recommend either the Tatula 200 HD or the Lew's wide spool super duty. Both can be had on eBay for much less then $160.
I was already trying to find the Lew's Wide Spool Super Duty on eBay but couldn't. Thanks for the suggestions... I will look into Tatula.
Thank you for all your responses! I was able to find the daiwa Lexa 300HS on Amazon for $160. Is this a good deal? I like it because it has super high capacity and I change out lures a lot ?
RichF reply :
The Shimano Curado is always a good choice for that stuff. It's plenty of reel for grass fishing and can be found for around $120 to $140.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 8/23/2017 at 11:53 AM, fishnkamp said:I fish a lot of Daiwas. My frog rod has an original ( larger size) Tatula Type R. I went with the Type R because I wanted a 8-1 left handed reel.
I also fish with 12 baitcasters so I can specialize. It sounds like you are setting up one reel to handle multiple things. The Tatula CT is what I would suggest you go with and since you want to fish frogs, flipping or pitching and swim jigs I would go for a Tatula CT in 7.3-1 left or right hand retrieve. That choice is personal preference. The 7.3-1 will be fast enough to fish the frogs and pitch, with but still allow you enough control with the swim jigs.
I do not believe the Tatula CT Type R will give you much for the extra money. A type R has a couple of corrosion resistant bearings replacing the standard ones, a drag star that is made of a fancier material and has a tiny bit lighter spool. It also has more red on it! LOL I own Daiwa Exceler reels, Tatula Type R reels and Daiwa Tatula CT reels and they all perform about the same. You can save a few bucks and get a standard Tatula CT or spend about $40 more and get a CT Type R. I will say I am pleased with all of mine.
Thank you this is exactly what I was looking for. I think I will go for the normal TC or the Daiwa Lexa 300HS Original High Capacity 7.1:1 that I found for $160 on Amazon. I went think the Lexa might be better for me since it holds so much line and I change out lures a lot ??Do you UNK that the 7.1:1 is fast enough for the frogs? If I miss out on that, then I will probably go with the CT. 
Tim Kelly reply :
How on earth can you come to the decision that a tat CT or a lexa 300 would be interchangeably suitable? 
J Francho reply :
Reel speed doesn't matter with frogs. You move the frog with the rod tip. Sure, you can reel them marginally faster with a higher speed reel, but you're missing out if you don't work the frog all the way back to the boat. Other than that, all you need is a strong, aluminum frame, and a decent drag power.
I agree, the Lexa 300 and Tatula CT couldn't on farther ends of the spectrum. Have you held the Lexa 300? It's a big boy.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 8/24/2017 at 2:29 AM, Tim Kelly said:How on earth can you come to the decision that a tat CT or a lexa 300 would be interchangeably suitable?
Idk sorry man. I am new to this, just got into about 6 months ago. I have learned anything that I know from YouTube and reading things. I don't have any other good set ups this would be my first "decent" set up. And frogging is my favorite thing to do cause it's so explosive ¯_(ツ)_/¯ so I wanted my first good set up to a frog set up but I didn't not have the money to spend so I can't go to high up. I guess I'll get the CT ? Thanks
J.C reply :
Hey dude, if you're still looking into getting a CT take a look at this dudes ebay page I just bought a CT from him for $80, So he is pretty good on his prices where it don't hurt so bad. here is the link for his page, also he has fast shipping as well, mine will be here tomorrow and it has only been 3 days..... It went from Oklahoma to Texas and now it's in Minnesota so not bad considering it took a minor detour lol!
Good luck & tight lines!
http://stores.ebay.com/Alpha-2-Omega/Daiwa-/_i.html?_nkw=CT&submit=Search&_fsub=2523843012&_sid=862626522
david in va reply :
On 8/24/2017 at 5:53 AM, J.C said:Hey dude, if you're still looking into getting a CT take a look at this dudes ebay page I just bought a CT from him for $80, So he is pretty good on his prices where it don't hurt so bad. here is the link for his page, also he has fast shipping as well, mine will be here tomorrow and it has only been 3 days..... It went from Oklahoma to Texas and now it's in Minnesota so not bad considering it took a minor detour lol!
Good luck & tight lines!
http://stores.ebay.com/Alpha-2-Omega/Daiwa-/_i.html?_nkw=CT&submit=Search&_fsub=2523843012&_sid=862626522
I have bought several reels from him, great seller and ships quick
Sword Lord reply :
On 8/24/2017 at 6:12 AM, david in va said:
I have bought several reels from him, great seller and ships quick
Me as well. Bought a couple of reels from them. Also check out Simmons sporting goods. Very good deals can be found. Stick with a Tatula CT. Don't bother with the type R. It's really not worth it unless maybe you're salt water fishing. I have both and they fish the same.
new2BC4bass reply :
On 8/23/2017 at 5:30 AM, Tim Kelly said:Very happy with my Tat Ct. I have a couple of the standard ones in 7.3:1 and they're my favorite reels, over my SV105, Tat SV, OG zillion, Curado, Chronarch etc. Not sure I'd bother with the Type R version. I think they look ugly and don't really offer any tangible benefits.
Yup. That CT Type R is fugly. The original Type R is much nicer looking. I'm with you...I can't tell any difference in casting performance (with the originals).
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 8/24/2017 at 8:28 AM, Sword Lord said:
Me as well. Bought a couple of reels from them. Also check out Simmons sporting goods. Very good deals can be found. Stick with a Tatula CT. Don't bother with the type R. It's really not worth it unless maybe you're salt water fishing. I have both and they fish the same.
On 8/24/2017 at 5:53 AM, J.C said:Hey dude, if you're still looking into getting a CT take a look at this dudes ebay page I just bought a CT from him for $80, So he is pretty good on his prices where it don't hurt so bad. here is the link for his page, also he has fast shipping as well, mine will be here tomorrow and it has only been 3 days..... It went from Oklahoma to Texas and now it's in Minnesota so not bad considering it took a minor detour lol!
Good luck & tight lines!
http://stores.ebay.com/Alpha-2-Omega/Daiwa-/_i.html?_nkw=CT&submit=Search&_fsub=2523843012&_sid=862626522
Thank You guys! No need to post anymore... unless you want to of course ??? I've decided on a reel!
Tight Lines!
J.C reply :
Glad to hear that! Just got my CT in the mail today and I have to say I am impressed! Totally worth the money now all I need is line!
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 8/25/2017 at 2:54 AM, J.C said:Glad to hear that! Just got my CT in the mail today and I have to say I am impressed! Totally worth the money now all I need is line!
Congrats good luck with it :
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LxVE Bassin reply :
I am a Daiwa fan boy so it hurts to say it but get the Shimano Curado I, its on sale now and th highest I have seen it priced as of now is $149.
NorthernBasser reply :
On 8/24/2017 at 6:12 AM, david in va said:
I have bought several reels from him, great seller and ships quick
Are these reels brand new/never used? How can he sell them so cheap?
On 8/25/2017 at 11:48 PM, LxVE Bassin said:I am a Daiwa fan boy so it hurts to say it but get the Shimano Curado I, its on sale now and th highest I have seen it priced as of now is $149.
Cabelas has the 200i's on sale now for $129.99. Great deal.
david in va reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 11:42 AM, NorthernBasser said:Are these reels brand new/never used? How can he sell them so cheap?
Dang tooting, brand new in the box I expect that the mark up on reels is 100% for a lot of sellers
NorthernBasser reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 11:48 AM, david in va said:Dang tooting, brand new in the box I expect that the mark up on reels is 100% for a lot of sellers
Dang. I may have to get a Daiwa to add to my Curados, etc then.
Thanks!
david in va reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 11:51 AM, NorthernBasser said:Dang. I may have to get a Daiwa to add to my Curados, etc then
Be careful, I did that and now I have 5 Tatulas
3crows reply :
I am not sure how you can beat a Curado I at less than $130.
david in va reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 1:23 PM, 3crows said:I am not sure how you can beat a Curado I at less than $130.
A Tatula CT for under $80 or a SV TW 103 for$135
3crows reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 1:48 PM, david in va said:A Tatula CT for under $80 or a SV TW 103 for$135
That is an opinion as was my recommendation and I stay with it.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
I am going with the Lew's Team Lew's LITE Speed Spool LFS Baitcast Reel - 7.5:1 - TLL1SH (when your too lazy to type so you copy and paste). It came down to that and the Daiwa Coastal TWS because it has a really nice line capacity and it is corrosion resistant and I Saltwater fish as well and you can use it for both. But then I found the Lew's reel for $70 off! Found it for $160 and it retails for $239. I think the Tatula will be the next reel since you can find it for so cheap and my dad needs a nice baitcaster! Thanks guys!
je1946 reply :
Tons of great used reels for sale. The older Shimanos with the metal frames are tough as nails, bullet proof. Curado D is a great reel IMHO much better than the new ones. Even the Citica Ds and Es are great reels. Yes they're a little heavy but they take a lickin and keep on tickin.
NorthernBasser reply :
On 8/26/2017 at 11:51 AM, NorthernBasser said:Dang. I may have to get a Daiwa to add to my Curados, etc then.
Thanks!
So, I bought a Tatula CT (6.3:1) off that Ebay store (thanks for the recommendation!). Now, as I said, I'm a Curado guy myself.
I went out with it today for the first time and figured I'd use it for my spinnerbaits/chatterbaits. Using 12# Sufix Seige (also first time).
Holy man, is this thing smooooth! The casting. The reeling. It is so silent.
Not saying I'll replace my Curados with these, but I'll definitely be adding Daiwa reels to the family.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 9/10/2017 at 9:19 AM, NorthernBasser said:So, I bought a Tatula CT (6.3:1) off that Ebay store (thanks for the recommendation!). Now, as I said, I'm a Curado guy myself.
I went out with it today for the first time and figured I'd use it for my spinnerbaits/chatterbaits. Using 12# Sufix Seige (also first time).
Holy man, is this thing smooooth! The casting. The reeling. It is so silent.
Not saying I'll replace my Curados with these, but I'll definitely be adding Daiwa reels to the family.
The new Tatula SV TW is supposed to be sweet! It brings the SV Spool from higher end Daiwas and with the TWS line guide, there is practically no backlashes. The only bad thing about the SV Spool is it has a smaller line capacity. But you can find it on eBay for $140. I'm torn between getting that or the lews Custom Inshore Speed Spool. If anyone has the Tatula SV TW, hit me up.
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