Curado K vs Curado 70

[Walleyehawger]

I am looking to grab a couple more reels. I currently have a couple cu70's and am happy with them. I have yet to see the new K in person. Is there much difference between the two? The K is $50 cheaper and it has me intrigued lol.

[DirtyD64]

I am looking to grab a couple more reels. I currently have a couple cu70's and am happy with them. I have yet to see the new K in person. Is there much difference between the two? The K is $50 cheaper and it has me intrigued lol.

The K is pretty small. I haven't fished one yet, and have only TRIED a 70 a few times. From owner (in person, not just online) reports, the K is a pretty solid reel. I think the 70 will edge out in lighter lures, even though the spools weigh almost the same, the lower capacity gives the 70 a lighter weight spool when full of line. The 70 doesn't feature a second bearing on the main shaft, the K does. The Curado K has 2 main shaft bearings, a roller (anti-reverse) bearing, 2 pinion, and 2 spool bearings... These are all CRITICAL bearing points and Shimano didn't seem to miss any. As a Daiwa fan ($250-$300 range), I keep wanting to try the Chronarch MGL, but after initial Curado K reports, I'm thinking about trying it instead on a MH-H rod and skipping the MGL for now.

[rockchalk06]

I am looking to grab a couple more reels. I currently have a couple cu70's and am happy with them. I have yet to see the new K in person. Is there much difference between the two? The K is $50 cheaper and it has me intrigued lol.

The K is pretty small. I haven't fished one yet, and have only TRIED a 70 a few times. From owner (in person, not just online) reports, the K is a pretty solid reel. I think the 70 will edge out in lighter lures, even though the spools weigh almost the same, the lower capacity gives the 70 a lighter weight spool when full of line. The 70 doesn't feature a second bearing on the main shaft, the K does. The Curado K has 2 main shaft bearings, a roller (anti-reverse) bearing, 2 pinion, and 2 spool bearings... These are all CRITICAL bearing points and Shimano didn't seem to miss any. As a Daiwa fan ($250-$300 range), I keep wanting to try the Chronarch MGL, but after initial Curado K reports, I'm thinking about trying it instead on a MH-H rod and skipping the MGL for now.

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I have the K XG now. It's really small compared to even the previous 200i. Not as small as the 70 but close. I've owned the 70 Curado and Scorpion. They were much better for light baits than the K. I spooled my K originally up with 10# Senshi. It holds ALOT OF 10# line. I've had some trouble with super light baits on it. Weightless plastics like 7" worms or non senko type baits gave me some trouble. Added. 1/4 oz weight and no problems. 4-5" senkos no problem either. I suppose a guy could back the spool with braid and then spool on light line and possibly get better results, but then I'd just rather have a smaller sized reel anyway.

I'm currently loving mine!

[grkbass]

I have both a 70 and a Chronarch MGL, but am also looking at picking up a Curado K. I would use the K for my new jig reel. I'm very curious to hear from people who have experience with the K or have both the 70 and the K.

[bassbassontherange]

I have had a 70 and the Chronarch MGL for awhile now, and just picked up a k. Had it on the water once throwing a 1/3 oz spinnerbait. It's a nice workhorse reel. Based on initial impressions I think it's the best performing 200 sized Curado to date. That being said, I believe it's going to be best for 1/4 oz and up, like others have said. I like the ergonomics quite a bit, but I still prefer a smaller reel.

From a versatility standpoint, a Met or Chronarch MGL is the way to go. They excel at light or more substantial baits, and if refinement is your thing, they're definitely a little lighter and sleeker. Of course, you're looking at $100-$200 more depending on where you buy.

I think vs the Curado 70, guys that like a beefy reel will prefer the k, guys like myself that want something smaller and lighter will like the 70. I'm keeping mine and may even add another in a faster ratio down the road but they'll be for heavier applications like larger moving baits or frogging. For flipping jigs or plastics or anything you're making more and shorter casts, I'm going to stick to smaller reels. Depending on your budget an MGL may be worth it over the life of the reel.

[Walleyehawger]

Thanks to all for taking the time to reply. I may actually be leaning towards something differ t for the next one now. I need a reel to put on my Zodias 7'6" cranking stick now lol.

[Loafer]

I am looking to grab a couple more reels. I currently have a couple cu70's and am happy with them. I have yet to see the new K in person. Is there much difference between the two? The K is $50 cheaper and it has me intrigued lol.

I think, if you looking for reel for ML/M rod - you need 70s. If you liikong for reel for MH/H rod - you need K.