Which would be the best matched to a Dobyns 766 flipping stick to be used for flipping and frogging? I own both STXs and Curados already and I'm happy with them, but I'd like to know what you think. I use a 201E7 on my pitching rod, and a few right handed STXs on other setups.

There are a few 2009 STX-L reels out there for about $130 NIB, but the new Curado 201E7 is going for $145 with free shipping from a few retailers.

Thanks

I have both as well....i used the stx for flipping and for pitching expecially longer pitches definitly the curado,,

As much as I loved my Revo STX's...once i got the Curado 201E7's i sold my STX's off. The 201E7 just feels smoother and more powerful to me. To be honest...the Citica E aint no joke either...and would probably work almost as well.

I've used them both and would go with the Curado.  The Revo is a nice reel, but I like the Curado better overall. 

Thanks guy, I'm leaning toward the Curado.  I have it on the rod now and it feels great.  I like the lower profile and the wide spool, which is about 3/16" wider than the STX.

Another thing I'm considering, I have long term experience with Shimano Curados and less than a year with my Revo STXs.

i think it all comes down to feel of the reel in your hand , i personally use all REVO baitcasters (SX,INSHORE, and the TORO), they feel alot better than the curado's with the curados being wider , they don't palm as comfortable and the revo's have a tad bit more line capacity and a alot better drag .....

Go with the Revo. The heavy flipping, pitching, frogging, etc. is the only times I would pick a Revo over a Curado. With the outstanding 24lbs of drag pressure the Revo would be great for the heavy stuff.

Six of one, half dozen of another. That 24 lb. of drag pressure doesn't hold up in bench tests I have run on reels in service, so its a non factor if you ask me. I personally snapped my own XH frog rod in half "testing" a customer reel out on a 3 lb. slop fish, LOL.  I think that reel was set at 9 lbs. drag resistance.

Six of one, half dozen of another. That 24 lb. of drag pressure doesn't hold up in bench tests I have run on reels in service, so its a non factor if you ask me. I personally snapped my own XH frog rod in half "testing" a customer reel out on a 3 lb. slop fish, LOL. I think that reel was set at 9 lbs. drag resistance.

I'm with you on this.  I don't see the need in 24 lbs of drag for largemouth unless you have the rod and line to back it up.  I've always doubted it is 24lbs anyway

Good to know J Francho.  I was skeptical of that anyway, but it never really influenced me because I never figured I'd need that much resistance.

I picked up a couple Curado 201E7 this week.  They fit my hand a little better around the index finger when I grip it tight for a hard hookset.

Well to tell u the truth i ain't never used them revos i like my shimano's. i got a curado i use for flipping jigs and it woks great. i also got one with braid on it specifically for frogs but it ain't the 200e

If all you're going to use it for is pitchin and froggin' in slop, take a look at the Revo S.  Tough little reel, all you really need.  If you want the Curado, also a great reel.