is Daiwa tatula still the reel to get?

[drewdavis]

I'm looking for a new reel for my Dobyns Fury 704c.

It seems to me that about a year ago everyone was talking about Daiwa Tatula.

Out of the reels for under $150, is Daiwa still the top choice?

[dragon1]

Top choice for what rod, techs, line, etc.?

I'd opt Tatula 70/80/100 for a lot of techs for sure. Or a nice used OG Daiwa if one came up in that price range. The Fuego CT is also a very good reel.

Shimano SLX is up there as are some closeout Curados in that price range, if you prefer Shimano.

[sbd3]

Personally I'd cough up another $20 and get a jdm alphas svtw800.

[godshippy]

You can buy from Aliexpress a lot cheaper than you can get it from other sites or even here domestically.

To me, the Curado 150 MGL is above the Tatula.

[montey]

IMO yes. Great reels

[SSS]

I'd add $50 and grab a 21 zillion. But don't do it if you don't want your tatulas to feel very bleh afterwards.