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Description
It may be hard to imagine, but the Shimano® Curado® K Series Baitcast Reel offers enhanced performance over its highly regarded previous models. This popular baitcaster now comes in a smaller, more palm-friendly footprint that carries the latest reel technology, with reconfigured internals that include Shimano's advanced MicroModule gearing. Extremely smooth and durable, this system increases the number of hard gear teeth for seamless power transfer with every movement of the handle. In addition, its externally-adjustable SVS Infinity braking system has been upgraded to deliver an even wider range of adjustment, covering all lure sizes. Higher gear ratios (up to 8.5:1), an ergonomic CI4 sideplate, and a longer, stronger handle design provide superb handling all around. Meanwhile, all the features that make the Curado baitcaster a favorite with the pros are still here: X-Ship for gear durability and longer casts; Super Free Spool with Shimano Stable Spool Design for rotational smoothness; Power AL aluminum frame; 6 ball bearings + 1 Super Stopper Anti Reverse roller bearing; and Cross Carbon Drag with up to 11 lbs. of max drag. This reel can be fished in both freshwater and saltwater.
The standard for reliable baitcast performance
Compact, ergonomic body design
Power AL aluminum frame
Light, rigid CI4 sideplate
Super Free Spool
Shimano Stable Spool Design
Smooth. Durable MicroModule gearing
X-Ship for enhanced gear durability
6 shielded A-RB stainless steel ball bearings
1 Super Stopper Anti Reverse roller bearing
Enhanced, wide-ranging SVS Infinity Brake System
Cross Carbon Drag
Longer, stronger handle design
Significantly higher gear ratios
Web ID: 100039964
Reviews
Rated 4 out of
5 by
Salty849 from
Good reel,Been getting some new equipment lately and bought a curado and a concept z. Like them both but I give the 13 fishing the edge and it's worth the extra 20$. The curado performs as it should though.
Date published: 2019-05-08
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Guamfish from
Curado KThis is indeed a much improved curado,ergonomics, feel, casting, and smoothness and connected feel. I use mine on a custom Phenix Super Flipper with 50lb braid, 15-25lb leader. Casting is smooth and predictable, frogs, buzzbaits, Zman swimbaits, 1oz swim jigs, 3/8 jigs...all cast so much better with more accuracy and distance than the previous curado. Handle and knob are comfortable, cranking is smooth. Have used about a year and no rough feeling or problems at all. I believe you really cannot go wrong at all. Highly recommend especially at this price range.
Date published: 2019-03-09
Rated 5 out of
5 by
DelmarvaDave from
Treat Yourself!Bought it yesterday and paired it with a 6' 10" medium heavy Curado pole. I fished with it for about 1 1/2 hours yesterday evening. I haven't fished with a bait caster in about 10 years, but I could cast a country mile (with 1/2 buzz bait) and didn't have a single backlash. It's light as a feather and reels in smooth as silk. What more could you ask for?
Date published: 2018-08-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MuskyHunter1 from
My new favoriteI don't write reviews ever, but had to create an account to let everyone know how great this reel is. I paired it with a 6'-10" shimano Curado rod and it is the smoothest casting and reeling set-up I have. It handled a 39" pike very well. I am fan of shimano reels and this is hands down my new go to set-up. Treat yourself...you will not be disappointed.
Date published: 2018-07-01
Rated 5 out of
5 by
fishyfishy098 from
Best reel I haveWhile this reel took a trip or two to get used to, once I got it dialed in it was amazing. By far the best reel I have ever used. Perfect for throwing senkos and other plastics
Date published: 2018-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jlburku from
Solid reel.Got this reel, along with a Tatula SV. Both are very different, cannot really compare. This Curado started out my worst enemy, made me feel like I'd never used a casting reel, backlashes galore. But once I finally got it dialed in it has been very good. Smooth, great handle, and it launches large bass lures like a bat out of you know where. Comfy reel too. So, if you can stand to play around until settings are good for you give it a go, it is very sweet once set up. Otherwise, if you prefer simple and easy go with an SV.
Date published: 2018-05-29
Rated 4 out of
5 by
Doggie494 from
very good reelI bought a Curado and a Diawa Tatula. Loved the Shimano. Made efforless cast all day long. The Tatula on the other hand, I spent more time clearing backlash than fishing.
Date published: 2018-04-23
Rated 1 out of
5 by
bfiske from
Keep LookingJust spent the day untangling MASSIVE back lashes, where the line got inside the break and spool. Could never get the cover fully back on so the cover would pop open on a cast and the line would wrap around every thing. HOURS messing with it.... It turns out if you loosen the cast control all the way the latch will fully close - but then you have to re-adjust. This is a problem with the silver and the black Curados - Shame on you Shimano! VERY POOR DESIGN
Is this suitable also in saltwater? if not, which Bait Casting reel would you recommend for saltwater use. Thanks.
Asked by: scrc511
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. This reel is intended for freshwater use. The link below will provide a list of saltwater baitcast reels our website offers.
https://tinyurl.com/y4dgzu2u
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist1
Date published: 2019-05-07
Where can I get the manual? Joseph
Asked by: Joeraf
Thank you for your question! The schematics can be found using the link below.
https://www.shimanofishing.co.nz/products/reels/baitcast/curado-k/specifications
Answered by: BPSResource19
Date published: 2019-01-25
Can I put 65# braided test line on this reel?
Asked by: Watkite
Per the manufacturer, the recommended braid capacity is 50lb/120yds.
Answered by: BPSResource5
Date published: 2018-07-10
How does this reel compare with the previous Chronarch MG 50?
Asked by: Robert1056
Chronarch MG 50 will be a lighter reel as it is on a smaller frame. Hard to compare two reels designed for two different sizes.
Answered by: DCC - Jake
Date published: 2018-06-22
I want know the weight of this reel? Tks a lot
Asked by: Caldas
Thank you for your inquiry:
These will range from 7.6 to 7.8 ounces.
Answered by: BPSResource15
Date published: 2018-02-26
Does this type of real work with spinners like Panther Marten?
Asked by: Jeff123
Depending on the rod and weight of spinner you should be able to make this work.
Answered by: DCC - Jake
Date published: 2018-03-28
Is xgk available in left hand retrieve?
Asked by: Billeff
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. This reel will have left handed models available. When we receive them, models CU201K, CU201HGK, and CU201XGK will be left hand retrieve.
