BullyBee Posted September 10, 2022 Report Share Posted September 10, 2022 Hey now. I’m looking to get a 200 sized reel for casting 3/8-3oz lures. I am partial to round reels, but will consider using a low pro due to the fact I can’t afford a calcutta conquest right now. I’d like to keep it at $400usd or less. I hate the curado (I have a curado 300 and hate it). I also have two Daiwa tatula 150’s and would like to use something different. I value your guys’ experience and thank you in advance BoatSquirrel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brootalititties Posted September 10, 2022 Report Share Posted September 10, 2022 2 dozen conquest 200 dc recommendations incoming SVT THUNDER, ikaika, Bass_blaster and 3 others 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmann86 Posted September 10, 2022 Report Share Posted September 10, 2022 1 hour ago, brootalititties said: 2 dozen conquest 200 dc recommendations incoming Make that 2 dozen and 1 conquest dc 200 recommendations. All seriousness the standard conquest 200 is no slouch either with the MGL 3 spool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBassinOhio Posted September 10, 2022 Report Share Posted September 10, 2022 Go on Digitaka and get a conquest for under 400 on eBay. Only round reel I like *****PFA***** BullyBee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoatSquirrel Posted September 10, 2022 Report Share Posted September 10, 2022 What do you hate about your Curado? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthefisherman Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 If you’re talking Curado K’s the 200 size feels way different than the 300 size imo (I have both). The 200 is way more “palmable” and can cast up to 3oz no problem. The 300, in comparison feels like a tank and is what I imagine the Tranx 300 feels like. That said, if I had $400 to spend I would definitely look into the Calcutta 200DC over a Curado. I don’t have personal experience with the Calcutta, but I haven’t heard a single negative comment about it and would love to get my hands on one. BullyBee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morph808 Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 Not sure how different you are referring to, but the Zillion HD TW 1520 or Z200/Z2020 are awesome casting reels. chevro1et and jp_midwest 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reMedie Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 200 conquest/DC or Antares MD BullyBee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristo Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 8 hours ago, Morph808 said: Not sure how different you are referring to, but the Zillion HD TW 1520 or Z200/Z2020 are awesome casting reels. +1 on 18' ZHD!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullyBee Posted September 12, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 Wow that’s guys for all the responses. I really appreciate it. Im not rich. I work hard for my money. So whatever I buy has to be right the first time. I really appreciate all the help and feedback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullyBee Posted September 12, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 8 hours ago, danthefisherman said: If you’re talking Curado K’s the 200 size feels way different than the 300 size imo (I have both). The 200 is way more “palmable” and can cast up to 3oz no problem. The 300, in comparison feels like a tank and is what I imagine the Tranx 300 feels like. That said, if I had $400 to spend I would definitely look into the Calcutta 200DC over a Curado. I don’t have personal experience with the Calcutta, but I haven’t heard a single negative comment about it and would love to get my hands on one. oh dude you have to try one. I use a calcutta b for lake sturgeon and it’s just a joy. When casting a 4oz pyramid weight, my Abu Garcia c4 thumb bar can lock up and not work under such a work load (hence why lots of people use the c3) but the Calcutta thumb bar is strong and works like a champ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceaser Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 Daiwa Luna 253 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullyBee Posted September 12, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 What about this in a 200? https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Kistler_Series_1_Casting_Reels/descpage-KSOCR.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullyBee Posted September 12, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 2 hours ago, Ceaser said: Daiwa Luna 253 I have a hard time finding those Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevro1et Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 6 hours ago, BullyBee said: What about this in a 200? https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Kistler_Series_1_Casting_Reels/descpage-KSOCR.html It's built by either Doyo or Banax in South Korea, so it's a mid-range reel. Personally, I don't like throwing over 2oz on standard conventional reels. I'm with @Morph808 on the 18 Zillion HD 1520. Mine has been rock solid for the 2+ seasons I've owned and used it. Morph808 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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