There is a local guy who owns a tackle shop. I was curious, so after work I stopped by and found a mint condition never been used Curado 200i HG. We started talking and I offered to buy it. He must have been in a good mood, because not only did he sell it at a great price he threw in some aftermarket bearings that have dramatically improved the performance! I spent $150 for the reel. I felt this was a great deal. I really like the way the Curado looks. It reminds me of a Poor's Metanium. 

 

The bearings have really made the reel extra smooth. He machines his own bearings. He says he can take an SLX and turn it into a Chronarch. Now I'm not a technology geek, I have no idea if he is full of crap or is sincere. All I know is the reel feels like an upgrade. Sorry guys...had to share this. 

Im a big fan of the "I" series. I know they don't get much love due to their whining but I actually like them better than the K. 

 

Just make sure you keep the brake drum well oiled and enjoy that reel.