Can you pull DC-10's with a Shimano Curado??? Would you recomend it???

[urban cowboy]

I am considering purchasing a shimano curado 300e and I am wondering how it would hold up throwing cowgirls???

Any info would be appreciated.

[tonkapat]

my friend uses the original 300 curado for blades with no issues. Would I use it for that no. I love the saltists and would only give those up for a trinidad.

[guideman]

It really depends on just how much you throw the big blades. If you throw them all the time I'd say no, it won't hold up but there aren't many reels that will long term. JMHO

"Ace"

[Shawn Kellett]

Technically you can, but pretty much every other reel out there will be as good or better. The 300 is one of the best for applications that don't require a great amount to power.

[urban cowboy]

How do you guys feel about the Abu Garcia i 7000HSN for cowgirls.

This rod would be only be used for cowgirls.

[brad coin]

the 7000 hsn cant handle it,,at least not for long

know a long list line of guys who tried em,,course it depends on how fast you want to move them

if your gonna spend the cash for a HSN you might has well go the other $40 or so for the saltist

[Esox_Magnum]

I used my Curado for a year for blades only, still do once in awhile.

[propster]

The answer is NO. It may hold up, but you still won't like it after a day of throwing them.

[HugoBox]

You "can" do it. But you "can" also pull an 18 foot boat with a Ford Taurus... for awhile. I have a couple Curados and love them for lotsa stuff but I dont go to them for big blades.

Search "Big blades and reels" and you'll find pages and pages of debates on line pickup and gear ratios that should be helpful.

[Esox_Magnum]

The answer is NO. It may hold up, but you still won't like it after a day of throwing them.

I have your old Curado, about all I have use it for is blades, still going strong... I do have a 30 Salstist but prefer the Curado or one of my Toros for blades unless I need speed ( used it maybe 20 hours tops in 2010). Blades will hurt no matter the reel if your not used to them, even I get tired after a few hours at the start of season but by June I'm good for all day all week weeks on end by then. Throwing blade 1 day a week or 2-3 times a month are different than throwing them several hours almost daily, you get used to it and soon it's like pulling a mepps.

Steady daily diet of DCG's, mag Dawgs and Curlie Sue build up you resistance.

[delmuts]

"Steady daily diet of DCG's, mag Dawgs and Curlie Sue build up you resistance."

Ya ! But keep the tylenol and icy hot handy in the mean time!!

[Zelmsdawg]

So I've spent a little time looking up older posts on the reels conversations and know those big saltwater reels are the way to go if you're burning DCGs like its your job (which on this site it probably could be).

But if I don't have hundreds to spend on one, and couldn't find one online for cheaper, and would only throw the blades occasionally slow rolling for the most part, what reel would you recommend?

Would it be something like a revo or one of the 7000s?

Thanks,

Zelmsdawg

[urban cowboy]

Quick question... I have never fished a Saltist. Can you palm a saltist 30 comfortably?

[tonkapat]

Quick question... I have never fished a Saltist. Can you palm a saltist 30 comfortably?

If you want to palm it get the 20. I have a 20 and a 30. The 30 collects dusts mainly except for catfishing.

[Shawn Kellett]

So I've spent a little time looking up older posts on the reels conversations and know those big saltwater reels are the way to go if you're burning DCGs like its your job (which on this site it probably could be).

But if I don't have hundreds to spend on one, and couldn't find one online for cheaper, and would only throw the blades occasionally slow rolling for the most part, what reel would you recommend?

Would it be something like a revo or one of the 7000s?

Thanks,

Zelmsdawg

I'd grab the Saltist for $100 that's in the Rogers Cabala's bargine cave

[tonkapat]

I've seen the 20 for 149 at a few online sites also. Great bang for the buck imo

[propster]

"Throwing blade 1 day a week or 2-3 times a month are different than throwing them several hours almost daily, you get used to it and soon it's like pulling a mepps."

You can get used to getting hit in the head with a 2 x 4 also, but it don't feel good.

[Esox_Magnum]

So true, but I'm fortunate enough to be able to hunt muskies every day, and try to get out every day. First couple weeks are a little tough untill you get the resistance built back up. I also do it without the help of and Tylenol/Advil ect just my Mt Dew and a pack of smokes. I also work a construction job 45 hours a week if not more as well as putting in 30-40 hours a week on the water. I work I fish a boring life I lead....

[Zelmsdawg]

Not to kick a dead horse on this topic but I have another question. I was looking at the saltist a little more, and wondering what the acronyms stand for.

For instance, Saltist LW 20HA I'm assuming LW is for lever wind but I can't find what the HA is for as some reels are just H and some just A? And the 20-50 are spool sizes?

Thanks,

Zelmsdawg

[rymcneil]

What kind of saltwater reels are you guys talking about???

[urban cowboy]

I purchased a saltist 20. Thanks for all the info.

[HugoBox]

You will be very happy with it. Nice work. If you haven't spooked it up yet I'd recommend 100 LB Bronzeback.

[Shawn Kellett]

x2 what Box just said. Just don't use Spiderwire with it. Just saying.