In the $149 range I have narrowed my choice to either the Daiwa Tatula 100 or Lew's Tournament Speed Spool - which do you prefer in 6:4 to 1 or 7:1 to 1 for the following applications :

 

* Topwater

* Jerkbait

* Football Jigs

* C-Rig / T-Rig

* Spinner / Bladed / Swim Jigs

* Pitching Soft Plastics

 

At a quick glance I notice the Lew's has two addional ball bearings than the Daiwa while the Daiwa has the new : "T" Bar retrieve guide - any other features based on your experience that stand out between the two ? Thanks in advance ...

 

Please Note : I don't do any cranking thus no need to share 5:4 to 1 ratio experiences for above ...

Can you go wrong with either? Great choices.

Either will get you a great reel. I'm sure most will say the tatula because it is the latest and greatest. I would choose the tournament since I've had one and it was amazing

You can get the Tatula Type R for around $150 in some places, and the Tournament Pro for around $150 aswell. For your applications I'd go with a 6.4:1 gear ratio for an all-around setup.

I've seen the type R available for $130 at some places. No contest in my mind.

Wow !  - TW has the type R for $199 I believe ...never seen the typr R for $130 when the regular Tatula 100 goes for $149 .

Wow !  - TW has the type R for $199 I believe ...never seen the typr R for $130 when the regular Tatula 100 goes for $149 .

 

http://www.rakuten.com/prod/daiwa-tatula-type-r-reel-baitcast-7bb-1-6-3-1-120-14/254115618.html?listingId=306898564&scid=pla_google_SportingGoods&adid=18183&gclid=CjkKEQjw_ZmdBRD1qNKXhomX_sEBEiQAc9XNUAecncLxkkqNjmeYHmdPX8G54rmPrpp9kfQsy2BbqgDw_wcB

Check out ebay. Ive seen the tatula type r for 130 and lews tournament pro and bb1 pro for 150

Regular tatula can be had for $110-120 basically all day and the R model for $140-150. I've seen the tournament SS for about $120ish. I've owned both reels and whatever one you choose will be a great choice. Our site sponsor Ron from Valley Sports had them for $117. Not sure if that's still his price because I haven't bought a reel in a few months. I'd say check with him first and see what he can do for you. He also carries Lews.

I appreciate the supplier / price direction !