New curado 150 mgl
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New curado 150 mgl
Has anyone used the new curado 150 mgl and thoughts? I'm thinking about one for my catterbait/swim jig rod or possibly the zillion 1000 g. If anyone has used both I'm wondering if the curado profile is smaller than the new zillion? Thanks
Re: New curado 150 mgl
Pretty certain the Zillion is smaller.
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Re: New curado 150 mgl
I don't have both, but the zillion is guaranteed to be much better in every way.
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Yeah I would consider the Zillion in a different bracket. I have only used the JDM version but the USDM version is supposed to be par or even better with brass gears. This reel is ridiculously smooth. Makes other reels I considered smooth just average. This being said, I have considered the new 150 MGL for a cranking rod. I know it has 2 extra brake shoes as opposed to the regular 4, so it should offer finer tuning. I also think the 150mgl has a 32mm spool so it should work well with lighter lures. I think both reels would be great, if you value an easier fool proof brake system, take the Daiwa. If you want to save some $, the Shimano should fill that void well too. To me, the extra hundred bucks or so (assuming you get a deal on the Zillion) is for sure worth it.
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I have the new Zillion SV TW G--and it is on another level. My main reels are Chronarch 100D7s, and this Zillion is way above. I can't believe how smooth it is. I put a 100mm Daiwa power handle with the big foam knobs on mine and it's FANTASTIC.
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Yeah it has been hard for me to decide on another reel. I am currently waiting for a Steez A (if it can be fixed or not) and might sell it to add another Zillion G. I wanted to differentiate by trying the Alphas or a Metanium, but it would be very hard to not just own another new Zillion...
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The alpha or metanium are both good reels. The metanium is alot similiar to the zillion and the alpha is as smooth as the zillion but its a smaller reel. I like how the alpha palms more than the zillion and metanium. You should try to pick up both down the roadDirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:10 amYeah it has been hard for me to decide on another reel. I am currently waiting for a Steez A (if it can be fixed or not) and might sell it to add another Zillion G. I wanted to differentiate by trying the Alphas or a Metanium, but it would be very hard to not just own another new Zillion...
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I will gladly! We are expecting our first child in December though, and I still work a subpar job at the moment. If I can get my college restarted or find a better job, I will definitely improve my equipment. Need to look into a new boat motor or boat altogether along with a vehicle. I tow a boat with a Grand Marquis right now...Jbc88 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 11:37 amThe alpha or metanium are both good reels. The metanium is alot similiar to the zillion and the alpha is as smooth as the zillion but its a smaller reel. I like how the alpha palms more than the zillion and metanium. You should try to pick up both down the roadDirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:10 amYeah it has been hard for me to decide on another reel. I am currently waiting for a Steez A (if it can be fixed or not) and might sell it to add another Zillion G. I wanted to differentiate by trying the Alphas or a Metanium, but it would be very hard to not just own another new Zillion...
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I just took my Curado 150 MGL out for the first time yesterday, it’s awesome. Super smooth and palms really well. But it’s $200 and a Zillion is $350, so I wouldn’t really consider them comparable.
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Congrats on expecting your first child. I'd suggest you don't make any big financial decisions until after the baby is born, and you've had a chance to see how things shake out.DirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sun Oct 03, 2021 5:43 amI will gladly! We are expecting our first child in December though, and I still work a subpar job at the moment. If I can get my college restarted or find a better job, I will definitely improve my equipment. Need to look into a new boat motor or boat altogether along with a vehicle. I tow a boat with a Grand Marquis right now...Jbc88 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 11:37 amThe alpha or metanium are both good reels. The metanium is alot similiar to the zillion and the alpha is as smooth as the zillion but its a smaller reel. I like how the alpha palms more than the zillion and metanium. You should try to pick up both down the roadDirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:10 amYeah it has been hard for me to decide on another reel. I am currently waiting for a Steez A (if it can be fixed or not) and might sell it to add another Zillion G. I wanted to differentiate by trying the Alphas or a Metanium, but it would be very hard to not just own another new Zillion...
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I already have the alphas sv tw. I am a shimano fanboy with a few daiwas. I read a few reviews of the curado 150mgl and they got me a little excited lol. I want to go with the smaller profiled reel of the 2
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I don't plan to, a bit of equipment here and there never hurts, but I will have to wait until I find a better job to purchase anything major. CNA's just don't make enough. Wish I could find a job in the fishing industry.mark poulson wrote: ↑Sun Oct 03, 2021 2:35 pmCongrats on expecting your first child. I'd suggest you don't make any big financial decisions until after the baby is born, and you've had a chance to see how things shake out.DirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sun Oct 03, 2021 5:43 amI will gladly! We are expecting our first child in December though, and I still work a subpar job at the moment. If I can get my college restarted or find a better job, I will definitely improve my equipment. Need to look into a new boat motor or boat altogether along with a vehicle. I tow a boat with a Grand Marquis right now...Jbc88 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 11:37 amThe alpha or metanium are both good reels. The metanium is alot similiar to the zillion and the alpha is as smooth as the zillion but its a smaller reel. I like how the alpha palms more than the zillion and metanium. You should try to pick up both down the roadDirtyD64 wrote: ↑Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:10 amYeah it has been hard for me to decide on another reel. I am currently waiting for a Steez A (if it can be fixed or not) and might sell it to add another Zillion G. I wanted to differentiate by trying the Alphas or a Metanium, but it would be very hard to not just own another new Zillion...
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Forgive my ignorance, but what is a CNA?
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Tackle Warehouse is stocked up on right hand versions , right now .if anybody is interested.