How does the Tatula compare to the Tournament Pro? Better or is it a downgrade?

I would say the type r compares to the TP, tatula is very close though. I would probably compare it to the bb1.

Im going to give Daiwa a shot. Looking to expand the horizon of a little more

I like my Daiwa stuff and Lews also. I've owned both. I'd give a slight edge to the Tp but not by much. The edge is due to the weight of the Tp and it's easier to palm for most. As for the regular tatula vs the type r. There's no noticeable difference. Type r has a lighter spool by like .3 grams and it has 2 crbb. Different paint scheme and red accents. Also a Zion drag star but like I said you can't tell when fishing them.

Both awesome reels. I own both and love them. The lews is lighter and throws lighter baits easier but i can bomb long casts about the same distance with either reel with 3/8 oz weights and over. The tatula gets the nod from me but the only reason is the price. Both can be had under retail but the tatula can be found for right around 100 and the cheapest i found the tournament pro is 145.

I have and like them both. The Tat has a longer handle and larger size, I'm using it on one of my main jig rods

The TP is a bit smaller and I have several of them and they do everything from jigs to finess techniques I don't use my 50 Shimanos for.

I am surprised to see many find them close, I see the Tatula in a little different class.

I am surprised to see many find them close, I see the Tatula in a little different class.

Yes I agree, The TP can handle pretty light lures and the reel itself is fairly light, while the Tatula holds lots of line and seems more bulky. 2 Different classes but I was just wondering how they compare in terms of quality.

The only difference I find between the two performance wise is the TP can cast a little lighter weights better. Honestly though, if I throw under 3/8 oz I'm more than likely throwing it on a spinning rod anyways. Actually, the only things I throw that weigh less than 3/8 oz is a 1/4 oz shaky head and a 1/4 or 3/16 oz dropshot, so those always get thrown on a spinning set up. I like the longer handle on the Tatula and I also like the knobs on the Tatula better. I give the nod to the Tatula because you can get it for $100 at a lot of places and I personally did not find it hard to palm (and I have smaller hands). If I was getting one to throw 3/8 oz and up I would definitely go with the Tatula because of price and neither is better IMO when you get to 3/8 oz or up.

 

EDIT: To be quite honest, I HATE the Lew's knobs. Too thin for my liking.

Yes I agree, The TP can handle pretty light lures and the reel itself is fairly light, while the Tatula holds lots of line and seems more bulky. 2 Different classes but I was just wondering how they compare in terms of quality.

 

The Tatula can actually throw pretty light stuff... I can throw 1/8 lures a considerable distance with the right rod. I love my tatula and would highly recommend it, I actually like it being big, gives me a lot more to grab onto when I'm using, jigs, punching, frogs, etc...

I think the TP is much better than the Tatula. I got rid of my Tatula for a TP. IMO better tolerances, better braking system, smoother reel.

The Tatula can actually throw pretty light stuff... I can throw 1/8 lures a considerable distance with the right rod. I love my tatula and would highly recommend it, I actually like it being big, gives me a lot more to grab onto when I'm using, jigs, punching, frogs, etc...

What rod are you using that is allowing for good distance at 1/8th oz.?

Lightest I've thrown would be a 5" wacky on 2/0 finesse wide gap hook and a fluke on a 3/0 owner twistlock light. Both on a mh rod and #30 pp.

What rod are you using that is allowing for good distance at 1/8th oz.?

Well when I say 1/8 oz I'm mean like a Texas rig with a 1/8oz sinker or a jig and trailer... I have my tatula on a MH/F rod right now rated for 1/4oz to 1oz lures and I can throw weightless flukes a pretty good ways on that setup, and I sometimes put it on a M/F rated for 1/4-3/4oz and I can throw weightless speedcraws a decent ways on that

Well when I say 1/8 oz I'm mean like a Texas rig with a 1/8oz sinker or a jig and trailer... I have my tatula on a MH/F rod right now rated for 1/4oz to 1oz lures and I can throw weightless flukes a pretty good ways on that setup, and I sometimes put it on a M/F rated for 1/4-3/4oz and I can throw weightless speedcraws a decent ways on that

I see, with everything considered you are probably throwing baits that weigh 1/4oz. and up. If you want a challenge put an 1/8th oz. bare jig head on one of those setups and give it a go.

I would say the type r compares to the TP, tatula is very close though. I would probably compare it to the bb1.

The Type R isn't a leap from the regular Tatula. Tackle Tour couldn't even justify the extra money the Type R costs over the Tatula.

The difference is drive gear technology in the Tatula reel series is state of the art, Lew's isn't. The Tatlua R offers 8:1 ratio, Lew's doesn't.

Tom

The difference is drive gear technology in the Tatula reel series is state of the art, Lew's isn't. The Tatlua R offers 8:1 ratio, Lew's doesn't.

Tom

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Well then look to the super duty which now has an 8.0:1 ratio and is 20 bucks cheaper than the the type R.

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Well then look to the super duty which now has an 8.0:1 ratio and is 20 bucks cheaper than the the type R.

I can find a Type R for only 130 bucks though? I'm gonna get the Tat just to taste a different brand lol

To each their own. Nothing better than trying new gear that's for sure

I have both reels.  The Lew's TP seems a bit more refined and nicer looking.  It's smaller and lighter.  Some folks might prefer its combination of centrifugal and magnetic brakes and broad range of adjustment.  It casts wonderfully with a wide range of lure weights.

 

The Daiwa Tatula is solid... not heavy or bulky, but has that solid "built like tank" feel.  The brake uses centrifugal force to make in-cast changes to the magnetic braking so, although it has only a magnetic brake, it is "centrifugally enhanced."  :-)  It feels very smooth and casts very well.  The brake is easy to adjust and effective... no need to take off the side plate to make any adjustments.  It adjusts in very fine increments.

 

I prefer the Tournament Pro, but considering the costs of the Tatula (I got mine for $93), I'd call it even.  I'm extremely happy with both of these reels!

 

Tight lines,

Bob

 

EDIT: To be quite honest, I HATE the Lew's knobs. Too thin for my liking.

Abu foam knobs, makes the lews so much better

The difference is drive gear technology in the Tatula reel series is state of the art, Lew's isn't. The Tatlua R offers 8:1 ratio, Lew's doesn't.

Tom

Lews 7.1 is 31IPT, Tats 8.1 is 31IPT

Tp just because palming is one of the biggest factors I look for when considering a reel. If it doesn't palm well for me it doesn't come into the equation.

If your looking for a lighter reel then the TP wins. If you want the best reel of the 2 then its the tatula. I have both and either one will be a good reel but overall the tatula is better. I dunno what guy was talking about with lews having tighter tolerance cause they don't. The tatula is also a better caster and mine have stood up to abuse much better then the lews did.