Shimano Curado I Baitcasting Reels
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| Model TD Code | Mono Line Capacity (# Test/yd) | PowerPro Line Capacity (# Test/yd) | Inches Per Crank | SA-RB Ball Bearings | Roller Bearings | Gear Ratio | Weight | Price |
| CU200I SHM-2751 | 8/180 10/155 14/110 | 30/190 50/120 65/80 | 26in | 5 | 1 | 6.3:1 | 7.4oz | $149.99 USD | |||
| CU200IHG SHM-2752 | 8/180 10/155 14/110 | 30/190 50/120 65/80 | 30in | 5 | 1 | 7.2:1 | 7.4oz | $149.99 USD | |||
| CU200IPG SHM-2753 | 8/180 10/155 14/110 | 30/190 50/120 65/80 | 23in | 5 | 1 | 5.5:1 | 7.4oz | $149.99 USD | |||
| CU201I SHM-2754 | 8/180 10/155 14/110 | 30/190 50/120 65/80 | 26in | 5 | 1 | 6.3:1 | 7.4oz | $149.99 USD | |||
| CU201IHG SHM-2755 | 8/180 10/155 14/110 | 30/190 50/120 65/80 | 30in | 5 | 1 | 7.2:1 | 7.4oz | $149.99 USD | |||
The Shimano Curado I Baitcasting Reels are best used for both saltwater and freshwater, and are offered in multiple gear ratios. These baitcasting reels are built with the latest in Shimano fishing reel technology.
- X-Ship: X-Ship provides improved gear durability. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This means the gears will stay in the same position under the heaviest loads. The added benefit is that friction between the spool shaft and gear is eliminated, enhancing the casting performance with lighter lures, and allowing for longer casts.
- SVS Infinity: Shimano's newest innovation in brake system technology. SVS infinity provides easy to manage, consistent spool control and brake force on the new Curado I series baitcasting reels. With brake weights that use inner friction against the raceway during the cast, this controls spool speed especially when using lighter lures, plus external adjustment knob provides for quick, precise adjustments for either the conditions or when you switch baits. This combined with X-Ship technology gives anglers precision cast control
- Shimano Stable Spool Design (S3D):Leads to signifigantly reduced spool vibration. By designing a balanced and uniform thin wall aluminum constructed spool, this creates an incredibly smooth feeling when casting and retrieving lures.
5 Stars based on 25 reviews
By Brian
Portsmouth, NH
August 18, 2017
another great Curado
great bass reel I use this model for spinner-baits. It's easy to adjust the cast control hen switching to different lures. Like the Stradic this is another great value performance reel from Shimano,
Proslight weight
easy to cast with
By jim
Columbia, PA
February 8, 2017
Shimano reels
Have been using Shimano bait casting and spinning reels for over 20 years, best reel on the market bar none .
By JWD
Covington, GA
January 27, 2016
Smooth
The Curado is smooth and fast. I've shied away from baitcasters in saltwater because of the wind. Not a problem with this reel. Have not had a backlash yet. Can cast much further than my other reels.
By Bryan
Sanjose California
October 20, 2015
Very light manageable reel
Very annoying noise not sure what the deal is?
ProsGreat reel cast flawlessly fits well in palm of hand, light
ConsCan't figure out what's causing the noise ???
By mark
pompton plains, NJ
August 24, 2015
nice
awesome reel price you cant beat another beautiful reel from shimano
By john muirhead
Huntington beach ca
June 9, 2015
Awesome reel.
Best baitcaster on the market. Very easy to use and cast.
Consnone
By James
GoM
June 6, 2015
Awesome Reel at an Awesome Price! Tackle Direct Always comes through.
I have had several generations of the Curado, from the BFS super free when they first came out well over a decade ago, and through several disappointments in the Curado, finally, a reel that can truly bare the Curado name without it being just a facelift. The technology in the new entire Shimano Line is something I have come to love. This reel has incredibly smooth casting, a smooth retrieve, comes in 3 handy speeds that caters to your type of fishing situation and scenario, and is just a great reel for the price. I have several Anatares, Calais, JDM reels, and so on….and I still find myself reaching for this reel. And with Tackle Direct, I can always rest assured that the reel is fresh, hasn't been tampered with by going through the bidding site even with buy it option, etc….Tackle Direct just rules.
ProsX-Ship is a bit technical, but pretty nice to have in this reel. Even in the Stella SW-B ('13 SW), it is a nice option. The reel is just buttery smooth and is light, casts well, and is just fun to fish with. Can handle any freshwater bass or fish you can throw at it and is also an excellent inshore rod when fishing for specs, flatties, reds, etc.
ConsNone. Great reel for great price.
By Marcio Takeda
Florida
May 31, 2015
A generation that truly honors the Curado legacy
I've just started to fish with my new Curado I. I usually go for snook, barracudas, jacks. The casting is really good, smoother and longer than my old Curado E (also a superb generation of the Curado). I've used 4 times until now and I'm totally satisfied with this equipment. I would recommend it to anyone who loves bait casting.
ProsAccurate construction
Ergonomic
ConsNo cons until now
By Jason
Williamstown, NJ
May 31, 2015
Great Value - Great Price!
Picked this reel up right inside their retail store in Egg Harbor, NJ. Very comfortable in hand and ergonomically pleasing. Nothing it better than picking up a new reel, it being lightweight and comfortable to fish with all day!
ProsLow profile, Great price point, and looks great!
ConsThere is a gear sound on retrieve. Seems like they all do it and I am not concerned with Shimano's durability.
By Carlos
Montevideo uruguay
May 31, 2015
excelent reels
excelent reels
By Ben
West Texas
May 16, 2015
Good price on a good reel.
Casts great. No break adjustment needed for me. They even gave some free worms and a jerk bait with the purchase.
ProsEast casting. Easy maintenance.
ConsNone yet.
By DARRELL LIM
United States
May 13, 2015
Great value
I use this reel for black bass fishing
By Ryan
cottage grove, Wisconsin
May 11, 2015
Solid investment
Great quality reel for the great price offered at tackledirect. Very smooth and balanced.
By jimmie williams
sulphur la.
May 9, 2015
shimano cu200ipg curado baitcasting reel
great reel at a great price with fast shipping
By david
lake worth, FL
May 7, 2015
Sick reel
this reel is great for big bass and snook and even maybe some tarpon
By Brian
lake worth , florida
May 3, 2015
Great for the money
Nice reel for a fair price. Most solid reel as it gets for the inshore and freshwater style of fishing.
By Andy
Bronx, NY
April 20, 2015
Very impressed.
This reel flat out performs. Shimano for life. Have tried Abu, Lews, Quantum, and non of them compare to Shimano. This is a great improvement over the E-series Curados. My dad has a couple of them and a G-series (which they skimped on) and this blows it out of the water. More compact, lighter, and smoother than ever since they added x-ship. Two thumps up
By gary
red hook new york
January 30, 2015
curado reels should always be with you on the water
the left handed version is the reel for me using topwater lures
By gary
red hook new york
January 30, 2015
shimano has always taken the time to deliver the best reels, the curado is worth your time
Fishing season is still a short time away but I practice and the reel is perfecdt
By Loren
Long Beach, CA
September 17, 2014
Shimano Curado 200
Solid reel for freshwater or saltwater bass. Great reel for under $200. Works well for throwing small plastic swim baits
By adam
el cajon, CA
August 15, 2014
Great reel
Ive had many Curados and they keep getting better ,,,It casts a mile even use it in the kelp beds on the big Calicos.
Prosstrong drag
By SC
Austin, TX
August 12, 2014
Best bang for the buck
This reel probably represents the best value in low profile baitcasters right now. I have this and the Chronarch Ci4 and there is only a slight difference in smoothness. I really like the fact that it is a 200 size reel and could do double duty in fresh and salt
By apriza
camp hill, PA
May 25, 2014
this reel is a workhorse
Its smooth strong and can cast light lures a mile. I put this reel to the test the other day and fought some nice sized stripped bass at the river and it was pulling them bad boys in with no problem. The drag was very smooth so when ever the bigger one made a long run I hade no problem with it.
By George34
Orange County, California
April 20, 2014
The new Curadoi 200
Good casting, have not caught a fish yet to test the drag smoothness while fighting a fish.
ProsVery smooth casting reel.
ConsHave no problems with this reel yet.
By George 34
Orange County, California
April 20, 2014
Curado 200i
I have all Curado 200 Bantam BSF reels and love them they are so smooth and dependable however Shimano no longer repairs the older models at the Irvine Shimano Dealer. So I figured I would try the new Curadoi 200 in hope this new model would perform as well, so far so good, this new reel cast like my older Curado BSF 200. I have not caught a fish yet to check drags yet so I will get back to you when I can check the smoothness of the drags.
ProsGood casting.
ConsNothing yet.
11 Questions &
11 Answers
Owen carpenter
from Chicago asked:
February 18, 2018
Is this reel still in stock to buy?
1 Answers
Hello Owen, this item has been discontinued.
Bernie
on February 19, 2018
David
from Bay Area, CA asked:
November 10, 2017
Would this be a good to pair with a shimano trevala? I already have the rod but looking for a lightweight reel for jigging rockfish/lingcod. Thanks
1 Answers
A Curado would work paired with a Trevala, but some might feel the reel is a little small for your application. You might want to consider a larger baitcasting reel like the Tranx 300 or Daiwa Lexa 300. Also, if you do want to go with the Curado, this particular model (Curado I) is discontinued and no longer available, you will want the newer model, the Curado K.
Devon
on November 13, 2017
Tony
from Texas asked:
June 15, 2017
will be fishing for peacock bass in the Amazon (8-12 pounds). need a MH 2 or 3 piece travel rod - any suggestions ?
1 Answers
The St. Croix TIC70MHF3 Tidemaster Inshore Casting Travel Rod would match very well with the Shimano Curado for Peacock bass in the size range your aiming for.
Donald
on June 15, 2017
Gerald St.Hilaire
from Los Angeles asked:
May 22, 2017
Could I use this for calicos in Southern California?
1 Answers
You can but I would suggest considering a larger low profile reel like the new Shimano Tranx or Daiwa Lexa.
Devon
on May 27, 2017
Miguel
from Brownsville,Texas asked:
February 4, 2017
Can this reel be used in saltwater ?
1 Answers
Yes the Curado I is a great baitcaster for saltwater.
Devon
on February 7, 2017
Gerald McNabb
from Salem Oregon asked:
May 20, 2015
what is the max drag
1 Answers
Gerald:
The max drag on the Curados is 11 lbs.
Thanks!
John
on May 24, 2015
Vaughn
from New Orleans, LA & Egg Harbor Twp., NJ asked:
April 18, 2015
which item numbers are left hand drive and which are right hand drive?
1 Answers
Hello Vaughn.
The "200" models are right hand retrieve and the "201" models are left hand retrieve. Please feel free to contact us if you have any more questions!
Brandon
on April 20, 2015
Ron
from Merrick NY asked:
April 15, 2015
Can you please list the right handed reel numbers ...Please don't tell me the lefthanded ones
1 Answers
Hello Ron.
The CU200I, CU200IHG, and the CU200IPG are the right handed models. Please feel free to contact us if you have any more questions!
Brandon
on April 16, 2015
james
from roanoke virginia asked:
April 15, 2015
what is the diffrence between shm 2751 -6.31 and shm 2754- 6.31 also shm 2752- 7.21 and shm 2755 - 7.21.. is it left and right if so which is right handed
1 Answers
James, In the Curado Line any reel with a 201 product code indicates it is a left hand reel.
Frank
on April 15, 2015
Hank Chvatal
from LaPorte, Texas asked:
May 27, 2014
Do you carry these reels in a left handed retrieve model?
1 Answers
The CU201IHG is a left handed model. It is on pre-order.
Customer Service
on May 27, 2014
TC
from Texas asked:
May 5, 2014
What is the difference between the SHM-2752 & 2755?
1 Answers
The SHM-2755 is the left handed version.
Customer Service
on May 5, 2014
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