This reel lacks many of the features of the Curado, the biggest being MicroModule gearing.
But don’t mistake it as being on equal footing as the Curado. While it is a bit larger than the standard SLX, it is still quite small. To combat the salt all models have 8 shielded anti-rust bearings with 1 roller bearing.The best inshore saltwater baitcasting reel under $200 is the Shimano Tranx 200.
Keep up the great work!3. Composite materials tend to telegraph vibration more than solid metal. This isn’t to say that the Tranx 200 isn’t a great reel, it’s awesome for slower inshore species.
curado dc Built on the legacy of durability, dependability and versatility that Curado is known for, now with Shimano's unique DC braking technology. About the Shimano SLX DC. This setting will provide the least amount of braking for maximum distance.
This is the second level of braking and is one of the more common settings if you’re an experienced baitcaster.Overall, the SLX DC is a great addition to the Shimano lineup. Such as the superior line management with the S3D Spool Design. This low-profile baitcaster feels good in the palm and sports the same plastic level wind as the Curado K.Next on to retrieval, Like I mentioned before there are two gear ratios. The result is a classic smoothness, whereas some new Shimano reels use the micro-gears. The blue letters on the side plate and the metallic blue accents might now be everyone’s cup of tea.
The reel is super rigid with no flex, with a PowerPro line capacity of 150, it’s very capable.My favorite feature of the Tranx 200 baitcasting reel is the smooth external brake dial. Also, Fluorocarbon lines with light lures and windy days might not go well with this setting.The SLX DC has 4 settings. This allows you to control the cast based on lure weight under any weather condition.It does this by reading the speed of the spool one thousand times a second to sense when to apply brake force.
Otherwise I didn’t find any mechanical issues with the SLX.On first touch, the reel feels very compact and comfortable to palm, with good tension and travel in the thumb bar. But the big upgrade is it lessens startup inertia by rotating the mass of the spool outwards.
Which will also activate a clicking alarm to alert you when a fish bites.
It makes over 1000 corrections per second to help reduce the probability of backlash.I’ve also tried it with a St. Croix Medium Heavy rod.