Reel Recommendations - Swimbaits

[GMOTW_FISHING]

Howdy,


My main question is what reel would you recommend to handle the baits (1.5-3 oz) and line type/lb?

The reels I've looked at are the Tatula 200 and Curado K 200. Would these be reels that will handle the job and also be easier for someone new to baitcasters? Looking to stay around $200 max per reel. Looking for any information, experience and thoughts!

I'm new to baitcasters but getting 2 set-ups for some 1.5 oz - 3 oz swimbaits. Mainly looking at tossing the Rapala Peto/Otus for some pike, bass and walleye.

Rods - Going to try out St. Croix Mojo Swimbait rod and Legend Tournament Bass for rods.

Thanks so much for your time and input!

[Mojo1269]

If you are pitching those swim baits for musky i would encourage you to bump up the size to a 300 sized bait caster. The added drag with the bigger reel will be a large assert musky fishing. The weight difference between the two is usually negligible... The 300 Tranx would be my personal preference but most of the major brands have reels that fit the bill,

[GMOTW_FISHING]

I will be pitching 1.5-3oz swimbaits for walleye/pike and bass! So not intentionally for muskie! I just figured you all were the experts so wanted to get your opinions!

[Mojo1269]

Either of those 2 will fit the bill then. I would also look at the Tranx 200.

[Medy]

Either of those reels should be fine for your application. 50lb braid with a wire leader for pike is probably all you need. If you eventually decide you want to star muskie fishing those would still be decent swimbait reels (200 is a bit small of a line capacity though), but you will want a lower gear ratio reel for blades anyways.

[twofishy4u]

CURADO 300!!! Its back and based off the tranx but only 200 bucks. I also have a 300 tranx and a 300 lews superduty. They are all nice but the shimano's cast and reel smoother. 50-65lb braid is what you need.

If you want cheap pick up a pflueger or abu reel. They hold more line than the 200 series Shimano's. Personally once you get a 300 sized shimano you won't look back.

[FinmanPoozie]

Abu-Garcia Beast??