First baitcaster reel

[Steel28]

Looks like it's time to get my first baitcaster reel, any suggestions which one would the best in $200-$250 range?

I'm planning to use it for throwing cranks for eyes and pike.

 

Thanks in advance

[MCTFisher9120]

I do not know from first hand but i have heard from many many people that the Shimano Curado is a amazing reel. I'm guessing somebody will recommended it as it's a great deal for $179.99

[BillM]

Curado is a good reel along with the Citica.. I don't think you can go wrong with any baitcaster from a number of companies... They all make a decent product.

[Whitespinnerbait]

It doesn't matter what Brand of reel you get Whatsoever aslong as its a Shimano ....Curado or a Citica ,,

[highdrifter]

250 bones?! I'd say spend a few extra bucks and go with a Calcutta!

 

Eye candy wise, they're real purty, they'll take beating and they're a great all around reel for any application.

 

If I had that kinda scratch, first choice would be the Calcutta. The Curado D would be my second.

 

cheers

HD

[Steel28]

Thanks guys!

 

Fidel, I'm leaning towards Calcutta 200B.

[highdrifter]

Thanks guys!

 

Fidel, I'm leaning towards Calcutta 200B.

 

You lucky sod! Drool...

[Spiel]

I have a Calcutta TE, 200DC, very sweet reel.

But my Quantum Energy PT's get more use and are far more affordable, definitely worth looking at.

[Steel28]

You lucky sod! Drool...

 

Thanks bro

[Steel28]

I have a Calcutta TE, 200DC, very sweet reel.

But my Quantum Energy PT's get more use and are far more affordable, definitely worth looking at.

 

Hey Spiel, 200DC cost almost as much as my Ang spec Will take a look at Quantum PT as well, thanks as always.

[Garry2Rs]

I have owned a Curado, seven Calcutta's aand three Chronarch's.

They are all good reels that you can have repaired, if neccessary, in Peterborough.

That's worth a lot!

[mepps]

Mosdef go for the Calcutta!

 

I got teh 251 for $250 a few years back and its been very good to me!

[salmon]

Shimano

Low profile: Citica or Curado

Round: Cardiff or Calcutta B series

 

Daiwa

LP: Tierra or HSTA

 

Abu

LP: REVO SX

 

Jose

[cpguy29]

Curado! Have fun!

[Cudz]

Thanks bro

You just thanked him for calling you a sod. That is funny!

 

Curado, low pro and lighter.

[Bondar]

Revo SX is my choice , I like it but dont have much experience with anything else LOL oh except for a Revo S

[gogu392]

Shimano Curado

200E - right handle

201E - left handle

[Steel28]

Thanks for all responses guys, got one more question though..is it true that right handed caster are better served by right handed reels?

[Ben_Daniels]

I would definitely recommend a Shimano Cruxis. I've used this reel for the past couple years and think it is awesome! Ive gone back and bought 2 more at like $130 each. I just saw it on sale at Tackle warehouse for $70! Here's the link

 

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/descpageRLCSHIMANO-SHCR.html

 

If I were you I would buy two of these for less than the price your looking to spend. Great reels in my opinion!

 

-Ben

[theRJ]

Right hand cast go with a left hand reel. Not having to switch hands is great.

 

I would second the Energy PT, great reel. As for the calcutta I hate round reels but that is a personal thing.

 

 

RJ

[Ben_Daniels]

I cast with my right and it just doesn't feel right with a left hand reel. No lefties and lots of switchin hands for me RJ lol, how ya been? Haven't seen you out since the opener last year?

 

-Ben