So, I'm set on a Curado 201E7 to replace the Shimano Coriolis I have. I actually "got" it for Christmas back in December, but I never got around to ordering it (parents ordered it, went back-ordered two days before Christmas, gave me an IOU...and I've been really busy :-[). The local shops (what are left of them, anyway) won't budge from $179.99 and I am having trouble finding good deals online. Does anyone have any tips on where I can get a decent deal? At this point, paying $179.99 after all is said and done doesn't look like such a bad deal after seeing how much shipping will cost (~$17 at Cabelas).

Check Ebay. You can find them around $150 TYD

Thanks, but I forgot to mention that I tend to avoid e-bay if I can. Some not so great experiences in the past. :-/ I might just cave, though...

Well whatever you do I would not pay $180 and shipping, you can find many stores that do free shipping, and some that have it for $150. Also go to a dicks sporting goods, they have them there, bring a coupon I think there are some for $20 off $100 or more so that would bring you around $150.

Thanks, but I forgot to mention that I tend to avoid e-bay if I can. Some not so great experiences in the past. :-/ I might just cave, though...

I got mine off ebay with absolutely no problems

Post a WTB in our Flea Market. I bought a Curado 200 E7 NIB

a couple of weeks ago for $150 delivered.

8-)

Check the Flea Market, fishfordollars can get you one for $145 delivered.

Thanks, but I forgot to mention that I tend to avoid e-bay if I can. Some not so great experiences in the past. :-/ I might just cave, though...

I got mine off ebay with absolutely no problems

I bought my curado and core brand new off of ebay with no problems.

I got my curado 200e7 for $152.99 and my core mg fv for $300.00. I saved 80 dollars on the core by buying it off of ebay.  IMO it's the only way to go.

I got my e7 for a lot less.

Thanks, but I forgot to mention that I tend to avoid e-bay if I can. Some not so great experiences in the past. :-/ I might just cave, though...

Try this guy. I've bought a bunch of Shimano's from him without any problems.

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/BKs-Tackle-Outlet

Well, since I wouldn't get the Shimano warranty from ebay, that's a no-go.

http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1245794847/0#2

I guess I'll just wait until I can snag one on sale.

Would a Curado D for $129.99 be a good deal? I know its the previous model, but they're still nice, right?

this is kb again read on your past post guess you are looking for a lefty  mine is a righty  sorry kb   same thing on a 100d has to be a righty

I just picked one up at http://www.baitnhook.net/ for $159.95. Placed order Wednesday and already have tracking number.