I haven't seen much publicity on this reel, so I figured I'd get some feedback. 

 

I'm looking for a reel that is similar to the Curado K minus the $200 price tag. In a perfect world the Citica 200HG would be to my liking, but you can't find them. The SLX XT reminds me of the Bantam and looks like it's plenty capable of throwing a Texas Rig, Flippin and Pitching a jig, which is what I'm after in this reel. Now minus the 150 spool from the XT vs the 200 spool Curado...is this a decent alternative for pitchin, flippin, and the occasional Bull Shad 3.75? 

What price are you getting the XT at? 

 

It isn't hard to find a new Curado K for $140 - $150 on the auction site. No experience with the SLX XT but IMO its worth the extra cash to get X-ship.

43 minutes ago, garroyo130 said:

What price are you getting the XT at? 

 

It isn't hard to find a new Curado K for $140 - $150 on the auction site. No experience with the SLX XT but IMO its worth the extra cash to get X-ship.

 

I suppose I'd get the XT for $129.99 new. There are no good deals out there for Shimano equipment. 

 

I guess I'll be patient and see what's out there. 

I own a couple of the xt reels and a few of the regular slx and they're both fantastic.  I personally don't see the need for the xt over the regular but some say ite better. Either one will serve your purposes well. The curado k can be had for 150 on fleabay and ite definitely an upgrade.  Good luck!

You can get a K for $150 all day long. The last 2 I bought I paid $100 and $120 for them. Just have to check often and don't be afraid to make an offer.

You can't go wrong with any of the SLX line IMO. I bought a couple regular SLX's when they first released and they're still going strong. I already had several Curado K's and still use them but I prefer the smaller frame of the SLX because I have smaller hands.

 

Oh, and the others are right. I've bought all my K's brand new for $150 or less.

6 hours ago, TBAG said:

You can't go wrong with any of the SLX line IMO. I bought a couple regular SLX's when they first released and they're still going strong. I already had several Curado K's and still use them but I prefer the smaller frame of the SLX because I have smaller hands.

 

Oh, and the others are right. I've bought all my K's brand new for $150 or less.

i sort of had my mind set on the slx xt, now rethinking about the curado k, is it a much bigger reel, i have a few of the lews lfs and the mp i like that size, will the curado k feel any bigger and i am not sure maybe someone can tell me if the frames are metal

 

chet

On 1/11/2021 at 7:43 AM, TBAG said:

You can't go wrong with any of the SLX line IMO. I bought a couple regular SLX's when they first released and they're still going strong. I already had several Curado K's and still use them but I prefer the smaller frame of the SLX because I have smaller hands.

 

Oh, and the others are right. I've bought all my K's brand new for $150 or less.

where can i find the curado k for that price

9 hours ago, Chet Cognigni said:

where can i find the curado k for that price

 

It's mentioned several times in this thread by others already. FleaBay

1 hour ago, TBAG said:

 

It's mentioned several times in this thread by others already. FleaBay

not to sound dumb, is fleabay   ebay

Yes

3 hours ago, Chet Cognigni said:

not to sound dumb, is fleabay   ebay

 

Yes sir

I've owned the SLX, SLX XT, and the Curado K. The XT feels so much better over the SLX. Between the two, I'm buying the XT. Now between the Curado K and the XT. The XT is very noticeably smaller and lighter than the K. It dissappears in the hand. The XT has a bit less drag, but it is a joy to fish with especially when distance casting can be hindering. Reel speed, this gets over looked but can be important. The SLX line above above the 6:1 is now where near as fast as the K. The SLX 8:1 is just barely faster than the K 7:1. Now the K. Nothing below the $250 range that I've used or seen can outcast a K. That includes the DC, and I own one of those too. The K is notably smoother on the retrieve, and has an above average lure weight range to include swimbaits below 4oz. Between choosing the two, it depends on your intended use.

 

"LadyBass" on YouTube has an excellent review for the SLX line up. She specifically addresses the XT.