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by Altro Cat
Thu Mar 24, 2016 9:14 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Curado 200I gear set
Replies: 1
Views: 1893

Curado 200I gear set

When, if ever, are these parts going to be available on the Shimano website? I have one reel that is getting a little noisy due to a gear set whining during retrieve and need to replace it.

Any other place to get these?
by Altro Cat
Sun Aug 10, 2014 10:56 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Curado 200i, what am I missing?
Replies: 6
Views: 2920

Re: Curado 200i, what am I missing?

If you are using the new braking system thinking it is in anyway similar to the old VBS then that is your problem. I started out thinking like that. Turned two brakes on and set the tension where I liked it and after the first couple days I was having second thoughts on the reel. I read up on the ne...
by Altro Cat
Sun Jun 29, 2014 1:59 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Curado I review
Replies: 19
Views: 7562

Re: Curado I review

I don't know what review you are referring to but it is a very good reel. I have fished mine for four months now and no complaints.
by Altro Cat
Sun Jun 08, 2014 9:29 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Lew's VS Shimano
Replies: 30
Views: 14847

Re: Lew's VS Shimano

Honestly that TP with ceramic bearings should outcast the two stock Shimano reels. I put Boca OS 7's in my two remaining TP's this winter and it really brought them to life. The braking system on the new Shimanos will give them more control for tight to the bank target casting but for just bombing a...
by Altro Cat
Sun Jun 01, 2014 10:14 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: First Impressions Curado I 200
Replies: 37
Views: 13811

Re: First Impressions Curado I 200

Do you guys happen to own a ci4 also... I'm wondering how the curado compares to it.. On par or is there a significant difference in casting abilities and smoothness of retrieve.. The CI4 is a tad lighter and IMO it casts light lures a tad better. It's also has a noticeably smaller feel on a rod an...
by Altro Cat
Tue May 20, 2014 9:06 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Is the new curado I series better than the Lews reels?
Replies: 31
Views: 11132

Re: Is the new curado I series better than the Lews reels?

I like my three Curados better but there is nothing at all wrong with a Lews reel.
by Altro Cat
Sun May 18, 2014 8:41 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Lews TP question
Replies: 9
Views: 5655

Re: Lews TP question

I just put in the spool bearing and the side plate bearing. I didn't change out the bearing under the spool tension cap as when I would turn the spool it didn't even touch the bearing. I didn't see a need to change it out.
by Altro Cat
Sun May 18, 2014 11:31 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Quantum
Replies: 29
Views: 10344

Re: Quantum

My experience with Quantum reels is that they will not hold up over time. They perform good when new but I never had one make it through the first year without getting a real geary feel on the retrieve.
by Altro Cat
Sun May 18, 2014 11:29 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Lews TP question
Replies: 9
Views: 5655

Re: Lews TP question

It made a much bigger difference on my Lew's than it has any other reel I have tried them on. I put ceramic orange seal 7's in both of my TP's and it helped them both a good bit. A little noisier than stock but they will cast just about anything now. I was throwing a weightless 4 in senko last week ...
by Altro Cat
Sat May 10, 2014 12:44 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Curado I VS Chronarch C14
Replies: 17
Views: 11501

Re: Curado I VS Chronarch C14

phatbass wrote:I have 2 curado I reels and 1 ci4 ,I can't really say anything bad about either reel,but the ci4 palms better and pitches alot better then the curado . the new curado I needs a shallow spool option.

X2.
by Altro Cat
Thu May 08, 2014 12:14 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Powell line?
Replies: 17
Views: 6929

Re: New Powell line?

Personally I like the Endurance rods better than the Max rods I have used. I haven't tried the inferno but I may try one just because.

I don't mind the graphics or the look of the rod as long as it performs well in my hand.
by Altro Cat
Tue May 06, 2014 8:42 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: My Curado I Experience
Replies: 22
Views: 10078

Re: My Curado I Experience

dang. i hav curado i im yet to fish with. kinda wondering if i should sell it and get another lews. i like the dual braking system on them I fished Lews reels exclusively last year and this year my Lews are getting a rest. I've yet to have any of the windy day problems the other posters are having....
by Altro Cat
Tue May 06, 2014 8:38 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: My Curado I Experience
Replies: 22
Views: 10078

Re: My Curado I Experience

how does the curado throw lighter weights....would weightless senkos be an issue??....i was really impressed with being able to throw a 1/16 jig spinner on my ci4 with little effort after a few casts and some fine tuning (on 40# sx1 braid and upgraded HH bearings)...should i just another ci4 or wil...
by Altro Cat
Sun May 04, 2014 12:09 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: My Curado I Experience
Replies: 22
Views: 10078

Re: My Curado I Experience

The Curado takes a little getting used to. I wasn't in love with mine the first couple trips but now I can't put them down.

Once you get used to the braking system it is great. I can see myself getting to the point that all my reels have this braking system on them.
by Altro Cat
Thu May 01, 2014 8:57 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: JM Carbonlites?
Replies: 7
Views: 5528

Re: JM Carbonlites?

Never used one but I know a few guys who like them better than anything else. Both of them fish the combos though with the carbonlite rod.