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Shimano Curado E series
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The new 200's are smaller than 100's with the capacity of a 200
Aluminum Frame
Lightweight Graphite Sideplates (Aluminum Handle Side on 300 sizes)
Recessed Reel Foot
High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
Super Free Bearing Supported Pinion Gear System (SF)
A7075 Aluminum Magnumlite Spool
Dartainium Drag
7 Bearings • 1 S A-RB BB • 5 Shielded Stainless Steel BB • 1 A-RB Roller Clutch Bearing
Variable Brake System (VBS) with Reduced Mass Hub
Super Stopper II
Assist Stopper
Drilled Handle Shank
Septon PV Power Grips (SV on 300 sizes)
Cold Forged AL Drag Star with Clicking Adjustment
Titanium IP Line Guide
1/8 Turn Easy Access Attached Sideplate
Metal Cast Control Knob
Double Anodized Spool and Handle
Disengaging Levelwind System
QuickFire II Clutch Bar
Made in Japan
Approved for use in Saltwater
Rated for use with Mono, Fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines
Aluminum Frame
Lightweight Graphite Sideplates (Aluminum Handle Side on 300 sizes)
Recessed Reel Foot
High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
Super Free Bearing Supported Pinion Gear System (SF)
A7075 Aluminum Magnumlite Spool
Dartainium Drag
7 Bearings • 1 S A-RB BB • 5 Shielded Stainless Steel BB • 1 A-RB Roller Clutch Bearing
Variable Brake System (VBS) with Reduced Mass Hub
Super Stopper II
Assist Stopper
Drilled Handle Shank
Septon PV Power Grips (SV on 300 sizes)
Cold Forged AL Drag Star with Clicking Adjustment
Titanium IP Line Guide
1/8 Turn Easy Access Attached Sideplate
Metal Cast Control Knob
Double Anodized Spool and Handle
Disengaging Levelwind System
QuickFire II Clutch Bar
Made in Japan
Approved for use in Saltwater
Rated for use with Mono, Fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines
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Reviews (4)
byNuke, December 20, 2010
I own 4 of the previous Shimano Curado's and love the heck out of them. I recently purchased a Quantum Kinetic PT and was somewhat pleasantly surprised and decided to buy one of the newer Curado's E-series (CU200E7 to be exact) to compare. Anyone want a barely used Kinetic?
The new Curado is smoother and more refined than it's predecessor in addition to being made to handle braided line. I liked it so much I bought a 2nd one and, if I didn't already have 4 of the older model, I'd have 2 more new ones on order.
Longevity? In addition to the older Curados, I have 2 Shimano spinning reels in service from the '80's plus 4 newer 6 year old spinning reels (Symetere's) that haven't let me down yet.
The new Curado is smoother and more refined than it's predecessor in addition to being made to handle braided line. I liked it so much I bought a 2nd one and, if I didn't already have 4 of the older model, I'd have 2 more new ones on order.
Longevity? In addition to the older Curados, I have 2 Shimano spinning reels in service from the '80's plus 4 newer 6 year old spinning reels (Symetere's) that haven't let me down yet.
byCoachKWJ, September 21, 2010
Well built reel. Performs flawlessly. I use high speed reels for 99% of my fishing so that was a bonus. I use on a my froggin set-up with 50lb. Power Pro and I can really horse 'em out of the slop. Very strong for a high speed reel. Price is right too. You can find them for $150.00 if you look hard enough.
byBamaCoast, July 1, 2010
I also have this reel and it is another great shimano product. Cast great and very dependable.
byDBrooke, June 8, 2010
Picked up my 201E7 at the beginning of this season for flipping jigs. Paired it with a 7' Fenwick, and spooled it with 30 lb. Power Pro. The low profile design makes it easy to handle. I can tell you there is not a day on the water I do not have it with me! Smooth casting and flipping, and after I got used to it now able to flip 1/8 ounce jigs 40' without issues. Looking forward to adding a couple more to my collection.
