Looking for a workhorse

[Greenstealth]

I beat my stuff up pretty bad. I keep up on maintenance and things, I think I'm just extra hard on stuff. I bought an mgx about two years ago. The thumb bar is starting to stick. I bought a 3rd gen premier last year and I think that one is starting to stick as well. Im not trying to badmouth the mgx or premier, I just think they are ill suited for longevity in my hands. I've been eyeing the chronarch ci4, and now I see the curado I is coming out. Any suggestions? I'm not exactly brand loyal, I have a bunch of higher end shimanos on my musky rods but those reels are tanks compared to bass reels. I need something that is functional, durable, and still high performing. Ill pay the $, but I am also not looking for a reel that I will want to hang myself over if it gets banged around a little bit. Thanks for your time and suggestions.

[spencerinstl]

Either a Daiwa Zillion or one of the new Shimano Curado 200 reels should do the trick. Some reel covers should keep your new reels looking new.

[bstuckey]

Daiwa Zillion, built like a tank but very smooth.

[Jeffbro999]

Chronarch Ci4 is a good choice. Mine are holding up great so far to some very large fish. If the new Curado is built similar, and it seems very close, it should be a great workhorse reel as most Curados have been. Its pretty much a toss up between the 2, if you want a lighter reel, choose the Chronarch, as that's the main benefit I see. A Chronarch D would be another great choice if you can find one.

[dragon1]

Workhorse for what weight lures and lines?

[steve1206]

Something like a Zillion Type R or Calais come to
MInd. These are the type of reels that are often seen "beat up"
But functionally perfect.

[fishingandfords]

I would think about trying the new curado coming out. Should be a solid reel and a great proce. Or find a D7

[got2be5]

Ive used the Zillions sounds right for what you want just received a couple of D series Shimanos haven't put them thru the test yet so far so good.I use mine for all applications( bass) up to 3oz stuff.Hope this helps

[Finnz922]

Zillions without a doubt

[tywithay]

I'd look around for used Calais A's, Zillions, and Curado D's. Those reels are all solid as can be and reasonably priced, for the most part. The new Curado looks like a winner, but until it's put through the wringer, hard to really tell. If you want a great performing reel at a value, look at the Daiwa Tatula. It's a little beast of a reel too and performs well above its price point.

[BigG]

Daiwa Zillion, built like a tank but very smooth.

X2 Just pick model that fits your need.

[e_bassfisher]

Daiwa Zillion, built like a tank but very smooth.

X2 Just pick model that fits your need.

X3 man....beast of a reel. if you can tear up a zillion, you've done something real bad tough as nails!

[njbasscat]

Daiwa Zillion, built like a tank but very smooth.

X2 Just pick model that fits your need.

X3 man....beast of a reel. if you can tear up a zillion, you've done something real bad tough as nails!

X4. They are built to last.

[Greenstealth]

Workhorse for what weight lures and lines?

12Lb copoly and usually 3/8-3/4

[Craiger12]

Workhorse for what weight lures and lines?

12Lb copoly and usually 3/8-3/4

Another vote for the Zillion. Perfect for that weight range. Love my Zillions.