I got this GLX rod last fall (CR722) and I want to put a really nice reel on it. I have the Curado 100b, but I'm thinking this rod should have reel that is a step up. Right now I'm considering a Curado 100D, Chronarch 50MG or a Daiwa Zillion. I mounted the Zillion on a rod like mine Friday afternoon and it sure was a sweet reel. If I got one I'd have to decide between the 6.2:1 or the 7.0:1 retrieve....They didn't have the Chronarch in stock so I was unable to compare so I didn't buy anything. What does everyone think I should put on this rod? I really plan on using it as a 'finesse' rod, hula grubs, worms...but I just might end up using it more than I was planning...The knock on the Zillion seems to be that it is not great for light baits, under 3/8 oz, whereas I've never heard this knock on the Chronarch 50. The Zillion sure is a smooth reel though, and seemed to balance just right on this rod.

I would go with the 50mg however i don't have any experience with the other 2 except for in the store. I have 3 of the 50mg's and they are my favorite reel. With the 50mg you are probably going to have a sub 10oz rod and reel combo.

Also, what you said about the zillion is true about more of a heavy bait reel.

This is off tackletour.com's review of the reel.

Casting is smooth and effortless with most baits down to about three-eighths (3/8ths) of an ounce. If in a pinch, the Zillion is marginally capable of presenting baits down to one-quarter (1/4) of an ounce, but this is not the reel we would choose for long term presentation of baits in this range. In fact, this reel really hits its stride with baits in the half to three-quarter ounce range.

I have a CR722 GLX. I fish it with a Chronarch 50 mg. It's amazing. JMHO

Ronnie

Nothing to add, the Shimano Posse has spoken!

A little clue for the Posse when we get to theFork................ WHO's ON FIRST?

I wonder what MUddy means by this!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D

I have a CR722 GLX. I fish it with a Chronarch 50 mg. It's amazing. JMHO

Ronnie

Very sound advice here from someone who knows what he's talking about  

One other thought.....I am told that the Daiwa Sol is a very good choice for finesse and casting light baits. I have no experience with it but I think its worth consideration for your intended use.

The Curado 100D.  If you want to cast light baits with ease, IMO this is the reel to buy.  The low start-up inertia of the Magnumlite spool really does the trick.

Although they say that the Chronarch Mg is a lighter version of the Curado 100D, I don't think it has the Magnumlite spool.

Good luck.  Whatever reel you might decide to buy, enjoy fishing it!

Although they say that the Chronarch Mg is a lighter version of the Curado 100D, I don't think it has the Magnumlite spool.

That's an interesting perspective. The Curado is a great reel, but I have never heard the Chronarch 50mg called a lighter version of the Curado. The 50Mg has a lighter spool and a magnesium frame. It's 1.5 ounces lighter and is superior to the Curado in almost every respect. Especially for casting lighter baits. I have fished with both the Curado and the 50 Mg and there is no comparison. These two reels are in a different class. The only reason to choose the Curado is it's less expensive.

Ronnie

Since Ronnie has both reels (I only have the Curado  :'(), he would be the better judge regarding comparison of the two.

Here's the link where I read about the Curado being a heavier version of the Chronarch Mg (of coarse, this was their opinion).  

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewshimanocurado100d.html

So I went to Gander Mtn. yesterday to use my 10% off coupon, saw a Revo STX and compared it to a Curado 100d. Left with the Revo, it wasn't what I thought I wanted, but I'd never seen one before. This seems like one really nice reel for the money. I can't imagine the Chronarch would be any smoother, maybe it is but they didn't have one to compare. I seemed much 'silkier smooth' than the Curado I compared it to. Time will tell....