Curado Mgl 150XG Problem?

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jejenkyns
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Curado Mgl 150XG Problem?

Post by jejenkyns » Fri Jun 16, 2023 5:48 am

Hey everyone.

For context I've owned an mgl 150hg since they came to market and that reel has performed absolutely flawlessly for me. I set it up day one and have not touched the reel since, it's been a joy.

I just bought an XG a few days ago and it is driving me mad. I backlash basically every second cast. The line lay seems so sloppy I'm getting loops and buildups, loose spots where my line digs in during casting. I've respooled 3 times now to make sure I have a tight spool initially. I have my spool tension knob set tighter than my other Curado, tighter than any other reel I own. Same internal break setting as my other curado.

It just feels like the line lay is a mess. I don't know if there is a problem with the specific reel I purchased or if this is just a byproduct of more line pickup per handle turn. Has anyone else had this issue?

I'm going to return this reel today, I'm just unsure if I should just have them order me another HG or if I should take a gamble on another XG.

Thanks!
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godshippy
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Re: Curado Mgl 150XG Problem?

Post by godshippy » Fri Jun 16, 2023 5:33 pm

I've only got the HGs and I haven't had any issues with them. Some people do a complete clean and remove all the factory grease and oil and do it all over again a little lighter coat. The higher gear ratio will lend to some more loops cause you pick it up faster than your other thumb on the spool. Muscle memory is a real thing.
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