Flippin' & Pitchin' Reel ? 2024
Brett's_daddy reply :
Okay, I already have a new Daiwa tatula CT but I'm thinking of also adding a Shimano Curado 200i to complete my reel arsenal, my question is which one of those reels would be better for pitchin' and flippin' baits? Whichever one isn't as good at that I'll use as a regular caster.
fishnkamp reply :
You know my personal opinion, Daiwa will get the nod. Besides that fact, the highest ratio they seem to offer is 7.2-1.
For my flipping and pitching setup, I prefer an 8-1 reel so that I can retrieve my line and make my next cast.
That means my choice would be a Daiwa Tatula CT 8.1-1 if you want a right handed reel.
I prefer a left handed reel for this purpose, so I would purchase a Tatula CT Type R 8.1-1.
My own rig has a Daiwa Tatula 100 ( original size) Type R 8.1-1. and it works great.
Brett's_daddy reply :
Yeah, I hear you but I tried a Curado I at a Shimano pro day at my local tackle shop and really liked it so would like to get one and then my reels would be a Lew's Tournament Pro, Daiwa tatula CT and Shimano Curado I.
RichF reply :
I have a Curado I on my 7'11 heavy flippin stick. I love it. It just feels much more solid than the Tat. I especially like the big paddle grips. My Tat CT is kinda all purpose I guess. It's super easy to cast. I didn't like it for froggin because it just didn't feel super solid, like it flexed a little while powering cranking in fish. Right now it's being used with light t-rigged plastics.
Yudo1 reply :
You can use any reel for pitching unless you're using lighter stuff. Lighter stuff is easier with lighter, shallower spools. I prefer fast reels for pitching.
Brett's_daddy reply :
Yeah, if I get a Curado I think it'll be the 7.2:1 model but I'm just mulling over if I want a RH or a LH version.
Yudo1 reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 2:09 AM, Brett's_daddy said:Yeah, if I get a Curado I think it'll be the 7.2:1 model but I'm just mulling over if I want a RH or a LH version.
Lefty for pitching for sure.
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 2:16 AM, Yudo1 said:Lefty for pitching for sure.
I'm thinking I may swap my Tatula for a lefty version too...it just feels more comfortable to me...I think 
CTBassin860 reply :
I had the Curado 70 and loved it.Returned it for the Tatula CT.I dont regret it.
CroakHunter reply :
Ct all the way. 8.1:1 gear ratio and 13.2 lbs of drag. Have 4 ct's and cant ever justify buying another reel even when I want to. For 100 bucks you can buy 3 ct's to 2 curados on sale.
BassThumb reply :
I'm right-handed and prefer using lefty reels so I don't have to switch hands.
As for the reel, a good set of aftermarket spool bearing would be one of the best upgrades you can make to a pitching reel. The better the bearings, the less effort it takes to get the bait to where it needs to be.
Less effort = lower trajectories and less splash = fewer spooked fish.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
I agree with accuracy being the biggest advantage of improved free spool but there are other equally effective methods beside bearings to accomplish that
d-camarena reply :
Every reel recommendation on this site will be for diawa. Get what you want not what others want. The curado is an awesome reel. I beleive its equal or better than the diawa but thats personal opinion. The 7 gear ratio for sure
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 7:50 PM, d-camarena said:The 7 gear ratio for sure
I'm thinking I might use the Shimano for my crankin' rod though, the 6.3:1 ratio has a 26 IPT which would be better suited (5.6:1 ratio doesn't come in a LH version) for that than my Lews Tournament Pro 6.4:1 which has 28 IPT or my Daiwa Tatula CT 7.3:1 which has 30.5 IPT right?
Yudo1 reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 9:38 PM, Brett's_daddy said:I'm thinking I might use the Shimano for my crankin' rod though, the 6.3:1 ratio has a 26 IPT which would be better suited (5.6:1 ratio doesn't come in a LH version) for that than my Lews Tournament Pro 6.4:1 which has 28 IPT or my Daiwa Tatula CT 7.3:1 which has 30.5 IPT right?
Correct.
Mike L reply :
They're all quality reels and each can be used for any presentation you want to use them for.
The first deciding factor for me when mating a reel to my flippin stick is comfort in my hand and balance on the rod.
My advise is to mate them up and go from there.
Mike
J Francho reply :
My only requirements are a strong frame, reliable drag, and fast retrieve. Both do this. I suggest you try them on a rod, and decide which form factor is most comfortable.
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 10:56 PM, J Francho said:My only requirements are a strong frame, reliable drag, and fast retrieve. Both do this. I suggest you try them on a rod, and decide which form factor is most comfortable.
So you don't pay attention to IPT? I always thought for a crankbait reel you'd want a lower IPT?
J Francho reply :
"Fast" is a relative term. IPT would be how you compare different reels. I thought this you were asking about a reel for pitching and flipping? What's cranking got to do with it?
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 11:01 PM, J Francho said:"Fast" is a relative term. IPT would be how you compare different reels. I thought this you were asking about a reel for pitching and flipping? What's cranking got to do with it?
Well, I'm going to have 3 reels, the two I already have are a Lews Tournament Pro and a Daiwa Tatula (see the specs above). I was originally thinking I'd get a Curado in the 7.2:1 ratio with a higher IPT of 30" but now I'm thinking that instead I might get the 6.3:1 at 26" and use my Lews which has an IPT of 28" for pitching/flipping or even possibly the Tatula at 30.5".
J Francho reply :
What's the question? You seem to have decided on what you want to do. Are you getting a pitching reel or cranking reel?
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 11:27 PM, J Francho said:What's the question? You seem to have decided on what you want to do. Are you getting a pitching reel or cranking reel?
That's the question...should i go with the higher IPT Curado and use the Lews as my crankin' reel with the Curado and Tatula as potential pitching reels or should i go with the lower IPT Curado and use the Lews and tatula as pitching reels?
fishballer06 reply :
Yudo1 reply :
Faster reel for pitching and slower for cranking. Lefty because it's more comfortable for you.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 11:58 PM, fishballer06 said:
Are we getting pretty crazy in fishing world, pitching reel, cranking reel, top water reel, finesse reel what else? Swimbait reel? Chatterbait reel? Jerkbait reel? Oh how about Ned rig reel?
May be we enjoy more of having fishing gear than actually fishing.
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/13/2017 at 12:04 AM, JustJames said:Are we getting pretty crazy in fishing world, pitching reel, cranking reel, top water reel, finesse reel what else? Swimbait reel? Chatterbait reel? Jerkbait reel? Oh how about Ned rig reel?
May be we enjoy more of having fishing gear than actually fishing.
It is definitely getting overwhelming! Why couldn't we just have like 3 types of reels that would cover every technique adequately :).
kstephes033 reply :
Do you only need a driver, 5 iron, and putter for golf? Sure you could do it, but it would not make for the easiest or most pleasurable, or efficient time on the golf course. Same goes for fishing, different tools for different applications help to fish more efficiently which can result in more fish. You can certainly get away with using only a couple reels, but whats the fun in that? To the OP, get the fastest reel you can for bottom contact techniques. Looking at what you have, i would use the lews for cranking (you can always slow down, but you cant speed up fast enough sometimes with a slower reel), the daiwa for an all around reel, then get a Tatula CT 8:1 for your bottom contact as that allows you to pick up line to make the next cast faster, as well as pick up slack line much quicker. Also when a fish makes a run straight at you, it is very nice to have the fastest available reel, still cant catch up to them sometimes, but sure makes it easier than a 6:1 reel.
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/13/2017 at 12:28 AM, kstephes033 said:then get a Tatula CT 8:1 for your bottom contact as that allows you to pick up line to make the next cast faster, as well as pick up slack line much quicker. Also when a fish makes a run straight at you, it is very nice to have the fastest available reel, still cant catch up to them sometimes, but sure makes it easier than a 6:1 reel.
Sounds good too but I'm thinking I will be getting a LH model and those don't come in the 8.1:1 ratio.
kstephes033 reply :
Gotta learn to cast and pitch left handed so you can keep reel in right hand! haha. Other option would be the new Daiwa Fuego CT, great little reel and does come in the 8:1 left hand... also could look at daiwa tat ct type r that comes in 8:1 lefty, you can find for just a little more than the regular ct.
Brett's_daddy reply :
On 5/13/2017 at 12:41 AM, kstephes033 said:Gotta learn to cast and pitch left handed so you can keep reel in right hand! haha. Other option would be the new Daiwa Fuego CT, great little reel and does come in the 8:1 left hand... also could look at daiwa tat ct type r that comes in 8:1 lefty, you can find for just a little more than the regular ct.
I kinda' want to get a Curado and try it out though. When i tried one at a Shimano pro day at my local bait/tackle shop I really liked it.
kstephes033 reply :
If you like it go with it. Personally i didnt like how it palmed. Was nice but it was not comfortable for me, if you find it comfortable then go with that in the 7:1 speed. Sounds like you are settled on the Curado, so go that route, if you dont like it you will always be able to sell it and pick up a tatula or fuego instead.
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