Curado 200K 2024
npl_texas reply :
Browsing eBay I found a 200KHG and ordered it. A quick google showed a couple of websites that have it in stock as well. Check Cabela's if you are interested. I know I was eager to get one and figured some other people might be as well.
IndianaFinesse reply :
If you have a curado 70, let me know how they compare once you've tested it. Looking to buy my first non-greenie curado... Which is a slippery slope I've heard.
npl_texas reply :
On 7/25/2017 at 11:21 AM, IndianaFinesse said:If you have a curado 70, let me know how they compare once you've tested it. Looking to buy my first non-greenie curado... Which is a slippery slope I've heard.
I do have a couple 70's and I'll let you know once I get it out I the water.
Burke reply :
Please do --- I have two 70XG that I love. I wanted to see side by side compare to see if I should pull the trigger.
Pinoy_Basser reply :
check out the reel test channel on youtube he already did a comparison vs the 70 and a 50
Bass fishing is best reply :
On 7/25/2017 at 6:34 PM, Pinoy_Basser said:check out the reel test channel on youtube he already did a comparison vs the 70 and a 50
Watch those videos with a grain of salt. I watched one of his videos comparing casting distance of the 70 to the Tatula SV but used completely different rods. Kind of defeats the purpose of side by side comparison from a casting distance point of view. Also if you watch his latest video he spends the first 3 minutes backlashing the 200k because he doesn't realize he turned all the breaks off and can't figure out what's going on. Anyone with minimal baitcasting experience would figure this out after the second cast max. After that I kind of view him as someone doing a Ferrari review video then stalling it for the first 3 minutes.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 7/26/2017 at 12:56 PM, fatmaple said:
Watch those videos with a grain of salt. I watched one of his videos comparing casting distance of the 70 to the Tatula SV but used completely different rods. Kind of defeats the purpose of side by side comparison from a casting distance point of view. Also if you watch his latest video he spends the first 3 minutes backlashing the 200k because he doesn't realize he turned all the breaks off and can't figure out what's going on. Anyone with minimal baitcasting experience would figure this out after the second cast max. After that I kind of view him as someone doing a Ferrari review video then stalling it for the first 3 minutes.
I think I watched the same video last night. I believe he was using the same rod (uglystick) lite for all three reels.
About backlash on 200 K, I believe this can happens to anyone when handling new reel plus new fresh line spooled. He also mentioned in captioning that he was doing free spool test before casting test.
i can also confirm that I get further distance on my Curado 70 compare to daiwa SV105 and 50e. The only real complaint I have with curado 70 is I have to adjust dial and adjust my cast when change from heavy to light weight lure.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
I might get curado 200 K too but right now there are many reels in our flea market that I really want.
fishballer06 reply :
On 7/25/2017 at 6:34 PM, Pinoy_Basser said:check out the reel test channel on youtube
On 7/26/2017 at 12:56 PM, fatmaple said:
Watch those videos with a grain of salt...
I watched his video's, but I discredited everything whenever he used an Ugly Stick rod to test a Metanium...
Blacktail 8541 reply :
I have the Curado 200k coming from Cabela's also. I watched the same video a couple of days ago and was less than impressed.
Bass fishing is best reply :
On 7/26/2017 at 4:48 PM, JustJames said:About backlash on 200 K, I believe this can happens to anyone when handling new reel plus new fresh line spooled. He also mentioned in captioning that he was doing free spool test before casting test.
Absolutely anyone can backlash at any time. For 3 minutes straight though? Since he is the only video on Youtube I could find fishing the K I continued to watch once he put the brakes on, but stopped when he was shocked to actually catch a fish a few minutes later.
I've been upgrading my fishing arsenal this year, my baitcaster was 15 years old and my spinning reel twice that age. I slightly backlashed the Curado on the first cast and never backlashed the Chronarch and Metanium. I did the exact same thing he did once too but the feeling of no brakes is pretty obvious after 1 cast. I'm no expert with them either, but then again I'm not making equipment review videos. lol.
I will admit 99.99% of me joining this forum was for feedback on equipment. I'd rather read just about anyone's opinions on their gear than some clown on Youtube, however I do enjoy watching fishing videos in the Winter when I have cabin fever.
On 7/26/2017 at 9:20 PM, fishballer06 said:
I watched his video's, but I discredited everything whenever he used an Ugly Stick rod to test a Metanium...
Shame I do like theme of his videos.
clh121787 reply :
I too viewed parts of his videos. And enjoy them for the most part. It's not the ugly stick or whatever that discredits the test for me as long as everything is the same (rod ,line, casting plug). But he and I set our reels up quite differently making his test not compatible to me imo.. I think a CLEAN reel with good technique, proper rod and line for said lure weight are more important than the type of reels. To some extent. Especially with the quality of reels he's dealing with. Back to the 200k held one yesterday. Still can't believe I walked out of there with out buying. Gotta have one or 4... Just have more than I can possibly fish right now
22hertz reply :
What Im interested in is how this new Curado stacks up to a Tatula CT.
After comparing my Curado I to my Tatula CT, for the price I paid for both, the Tatula CT makes a strong compelling case for itself. There are things I like better about both reels but the (street) price difference is not insignificant and I dont like the Curado better just differently.
npl_texas reply :
On 7/27/2017 at 6:36 AM, 22hertz said:What Im interested in is how this new Curado stacks up to a Tatula CT.
After comparing my Curado I to my Tatula CT, for the price I paid for both, the Tatula CT makes a strong compelling case for itself. There are things I like better about both reels but the (street) price difference is not insignificant and I dont like the Curado better just differently.
I have quite a few Tat CT's and one Curado I. I definitely don't pick up the Curado 200 I nearly as much as the CT's. Now the Curado 70's are another story. Those are my go to pitching reels.
I'm interested to see if the 200 K will bring the 70 and the 200 closer together in terms of feel and quality.
22hertz reply :
What is it you like about the 70 over the 200I?
Is it the size, weight, or something else?
npl_texas reply :
On 7/27/2017 at 6:46 AM, 22hertz said:What is it you like about the 70 over the 200I?
Is it the size, weight, or something else?
Yes to size and weight but also it feels like a much more refined reel. It's much smoother and much less noisy. I would have more if they held more line.
22hertz reply :
Have you tried a Chronarch MGL?
Its sounds like thats what you're wanting.
npl_texas reply :
On 7/27/2017 at 6:56 AM, 22hertz said:Have you tried a Chronarch MGL?
Its sounds like thats what you're wanting.
Yes, I just got one. I have it on my jig rod and have fished it about 3 times. I love it. I definitely want more but would like to see how the new Curado compares to potentially save some money.
LxVE Bassin reply :
On 7/26/2017 at 9:20 PM, fishballer06 said:
I watched his video's, but I discredited everything whenever he used an Ugly Stick rod to test a Metanium...
Whats wrong with using an ugly stik?
IndianaFinesse reply :
On 7/28/2017 at 4:06 AM, LxVE Bassin said:
Whats wrong with using an ugly stik?
30$ ugly stik- on a $430 metanium. Somewhat mismatched IMHO lol.
MBB Nate reply :
For testing the rod doesn't matter as long as the same rod is used as it removes any variables.
npl_texas reply :
Well, I got the reel and spooled it up. Fished this morning but didn't use it. Really hard to notice size difference from the I in hand. It does feel a little smoother than the I series more akin to the 70. I'll report back when I've actually fished it.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Same size as I? Shoot I thought they claimed it is 10% smaller. Can you take picture compare to 70 please?
npl_texas reply :
On 7/29/2017 at 8:31 AM, JustJames said:Same size as I? Shoot I thought they claimed it is 10% smaller. Can you take picture compare to 70 please?
It is on my boat at the lake. I will take a pic as soon as I'm over there. It didn't feel much different in my hand than the I.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Thanks, right now I'm holding on to K to replace my tatula Ct type R. If it is the same size as I, I might have to look else where.
Wingman87 reply :
What's kinda strange is tw has the k listed at 7.6oz yet the I is listed at 7.4oz, but the k is supposed to be 10% smaller. Kinda confusing
Bass fishing is best reply :
On 7/29/2017 at 9:31 AM, Wingman87 said:What's kinda strange is tw has the k listed at 7.6oz yet the I is listed at 7.4oz, but the k is supposed to be 10% smaller. Kinda confusing
I haven't cracked open my 201I in a while but I'd imagine it's the new micro brass gearing looks a little wider than the I's that's adding some weight. Just a guess. .2oz more weight for a little smoother retrieve sounds like a decent trade off.
On 7/29/2017 at 8:59 AM, JustJames said:Thanks, right now I'm holding on to K to replace my tatula Ct type R. If it is the same size as I, I might have to look else where.
Have you considered a 150 size reel? I'm one of those guys who can't say enough good things about the Chronarch. It's a bit thinner than the Curado I but still holds enough line for bass fishing, about 20 yards less line than the Curado. It's a subtle difference size wise but the performance and feel are night and day...and I love my Curado.
The Citica MGL is a JDM only so far but it's also worth a look. Same size as the Chronarch minus the brass micro gearing. If I didn't own 2 Chronarchs I'd probably take a look at it. Who am I kidding I may take a look at it anyway.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 7/29/2017 at 12:53 PM, fatmaple said:Have you considered a 150 size reel? I'm one of those guys who can't say enough good things about the Chronarch. It's a bit thinner than the Curado I but still holds enough line for bass fishing, about 20 yards less line than the Curado. It's a subtle difference size wise but the performance and feel are night and day...and I love my Curado.
The Citica MGL is a JDM only so far but it's also worth a look. Same size as the Chronarch minus the brass micro gearing. If I didn't own 2 Chronarchs I'd probably take a look at it. Who am I kidding I may take a look at it anyway.
I do, actually there are many reels in flemarket right now that catch my eyes like Abu ALX, daiwa sv105 and even Chornarch CI4+. I've heard that the chronarch even though 150 size (spool size) but body is about the same as 200I just a tad narrower.
npl_texas reply :
@JustJames here you go:
IndianaFinesse reply :
On 8/1/2017 at 10:51 AM, npl_texas said:@JustJames here you go:
Thanks, that really helped put the size of the 70 and 200k in perspective. I didn't realize that the 200k was so much bigger, the video comparing them made them look the same. Good to know, I will probably be going with the 70 because it's so much smaller.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Thanks, I think I know what I'm gonna buy next.
IndianaFinesse reply :
Has anyone used the curado 70 for frogs? Not sure if it has a powerful enough drag or a big enough spool for frogs but I really like the smaller size for palming. I'm looking at getting one for my frogging rod that will also double as a flipping/pitching/big jigs rod.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 8/1/2017 at 11:37 AM, IndianaFinesse said:Has anyone used the curado 70 for frogs? Not sure if it has a powerful enough drag or a big enough spool for frogs but I really like the smaller size for palming. I'm looking at getting one for my frogging rod that will also double as a flipping/pitching/big jigs rod.
You can use it for frogs the power won't be a problem. Line, more likely the problem...depends on what line you are using? I would use the XG out of the two speeds, to get them turned faster. Like the 50 size reels before it, don't think size = fragile. It can handle everything the bigger spooled reels can do. My Curado 70 XG is my dedicated pitching reel and is an awesome heavier drop shot reel.
fishballer06 reply :
Back when I had my 71XG, I spooled it with 50lb. braid and fished frogs with it. It handled them just fine, however, it would bomb a frog out there so far that I'd be down to my last 5-10 yards of line left on the spool. So had I gotten bit upon splash down, I would have been screwed.
Preytorien reply :
On 7/26/2017 at 4:48 PM, JustJames said:I think I watched the same video last night. I believe he was using the same rod (uglystick) lite for all three reels.
About backlash on 200 K, I believe this can happens to anyone when handling new reel plus new fresh line spooled. He also mentioned in captioning that he was doing free spool test before casting test.
i can also confirm that I get further distance on my Curado 70 compare to daiwa SV105 and 50e. The only real complaint I have with curado 70 is I have to adjust dial and adjust my cast when change from heavy to light weight lure.
I did this all the time when I switched from a Curado I to the Curado 71XHG. I backlashed about the first hour I used it, took some getting used to the different configuration
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 8/1/2017 at 9:56 PM, Preytorien said:
I did this all the time when I switched from a Curado I to the Curado 71XHG. I backlashed about the first hour I used it, took some getting used to the different configuration
That what I hate with curado 70. I can bomb cast any lure weight no problem and the distance is very good. Once I want to do short cast light weight 1/4oz to target, I would get backlash in couple casts always and my accuracy is not 100% like 50e or SV105.
Im thinking of getting scorpion 70hg, really dig that color but afraid of same situation as curado 70 or Abu Garcia mag 2 but Abu made by third company now (Korea o guess)
IndianaFinesse reply :
On 8/1/2017 at 8:46 PM, lmbfisherman said:You can use it for frogs the power won't be a problem. Line, more likely the problem...depends on what line you are using? I would use the XG out of the two speeds, to get them turned faster. Like the 50 size reels before it, don't think size = fragile. It can handle everything the bigger spooled reels can do. My Curado 70 XG is my dedicated pitching reel and is an awesome heavier drop shot reel.
On 8/1/2017 at 9:46 PM, fishballer06 said:Back when I had my 71XG, I spooled it with 50lb. braid and fished frogs with it. It handled them just fine, however, it would bomb a frog out there so far that I'd be down to my last 5-10 yards of line left on the spool. So had I gotten bit upon splash down, I would have been screwed.
Thanks for the replies. I was planning on spooling it with 40 pound braid, I throw a lot of smaller frogs, and as an added bonus it will hold more line that way to.
Scrapiron reply :
On 8/1/2017 at 10:51 AM, npl_texas said:@JustJames here you go:
Thanks for the pic. I'm debating between the 70 and the 200k, but based on the above its going to be the 70.
I have a couple of 200i and one 70XG and I really like the 200 but the 70 just feels so right. This will be for inshore fishing for speckled trout, flounder, redfish, and maybe stripers. Should I be worried about the reduced line and/or saltwater capability of a 70HG?
Wingman87 reply :
On 8/3/2017 at 11:18 AM, Scrapiron said:Thanks for the pic. I'm debating between the 70 and the 200k, but based on the above its going to be the 70.
I have a couple of 200i and one 70XG and I really like the 200 but the 70 just feels so right. This will be for inshore fishing for speckled trout, flounder, redfish, and maybe stripers. Should I be worried about the reduced line and/or saltwater capability of a 70HG?
Honestly I would be worried about getting spooled by a big red with the 70, especially if you hook into a 30 incher or bigger
npl_texas reply :
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rtwvumtneer6 reply :
Anyone on here that has used the curado 200k in 8.5:1?
I'm going to be pitching and frogging, and maybe the occasional 130 Whopper plopper, so I want a high speed reel, but 36 IPT is 5" faster than any reel I currently throw. Looking for thoughts/feedback/recommendations from anyone who has used the 7 and 8 speed curado 200k for those applications.
Thanks!!
npl_texas reply :
Yes, I have the 8.5:1 on my flipping setup. 50# braid. Works great.
GreenPig reply :
On 8/4/2017 at 6:37 AM, Wingman87 said:Honestly I would be worried about getting spooled by a big red with the 70, especially if you hook into a 30 incher or bigger
X2. A good striper will also leave you with a empty spool.
waymont reply :
On 7/26/2017 at 12:56 PM, ................ said:Watch those videos with a grain of salt. I watched one of his videos comparing casting distance of the 70 to the Tatula SV but used completely different rods. Kind of defeats the purpose of side by side comparison from a casting distance point of view. Also if you watch his latest video he spends the first 3 minutes backlashing the 200k because he doesn't realize he turned all the breaks off and can't figure out what's going on. Anyone with minimal baitcasting experience would figure this out after the second cast max. After that I kind of view him as someone doing a Ferrari review video then stalling it for the first 3 minutes.
That guy is so frustrating to watch. I gave up on trying to glean anything from the reel test videos a long time ago.
Those dry line field casting video comparisons are a bad way to compare reels.
newyorktoiowa57 reply :
On 5/1/2019 at 5:48 PM, waymont said:That guy is so frustrating to watch. I gave up on trying to glean anything from the reel test videos a long time ago.
Those dry line field casting video comparisons are a bad way to compare reels.
I am a subscriber who is very entertained by all his videos. He is a total Shimano fanboy, however.
Junger reply :
On 5/1/2019 at 5:48 PM, waymont said:That guy is so frustrating to watch. I gave up on trying to glean anything from the reel test videos a long time ago.
Same, I asked him why he set up the Daiwa reels (MagForce-Z) the same way as the Shimano reels, and tried to discuss the differences with Daiwa's magnetic braking vs Shimano's centrifugal brakes, and he immediately went into fanboi name calling mode, pretty immature.
On 5/2/2019 at 7:24 AM, newyorktoiowa57 said:I am a subscriber who is very entertained by all his videos. He is a total Shimano fanboy, however.
Tackle Advisors is a very good non-biased resource. But he doesn't do "distance testing", however he does tear down reels to compare components and quality, which is what I care about more than overall distance.
BassThumb reply :
I upgraded all my reels to the Curado K last season. Terrific reels. I have Curados from every series going back to the DHSV and the K is the easiest to tune of them all.
I'll be putting a lefty Curado E7 and two or three righty Citica E in the flea market next week.
rtwvumtneer6 reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 5:25 AM, BassThumb said:I upgraded all my reels to the Curado K last season. Terrific reels. I have Curados from every series going back to the DHSV and the K is the easiest to tune of them all.
I'll be putting a lefty Curado E7 and two or three righty Citica E in the flea market next week.
Do you have any of the Citica I? They're on closeout for $125 and I'm considering the 6 speed for an all purpose moving bait reel.
Heard positive feedback on the SLX so far, too.
newyorktoiowa57 reply :
On 5/12/2019 at 9:39 AM, rtwvumtneer6 said:Do you have any of the Citica I? They're on closeout for $125 and I'm considering the 6 speed for an all purpose moving bait reel.
Heard positive feedback on the SLX so far, too.
Better to get the K for $20 more or so on ebay. I picked up my last K for $135 on there. IMO the K is definitely worth the extra money because of the micromodule gears.
BassThumb reply :
On 5/12/2019 at 9:39 AM, rtwvumtneer6 said:Do you have any of the Citica I? They're on closeout for $125 and I'm considering the 6 speed for an all purpose moving bait reel.
Heard positive feedback on the SLX so far, too.
I had two. Sold one and still have a lefty for my flipping stick.
They're nice reels when they're not squealing. Do some more research into the I-series Curado and Citica. You need to lightly oil the brake drum inside routinely or it'll make a funny noise on the cast. It's an annoying quirk about the series. Some do it and some don't. The lefty I kept never does it, and the one I sold needed to be oiled about twice a month.
I'd spring for another $20 and get a Curado K on eBay for $145.
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