Curado DC ??

[Hunter53]

Has anyone used one of these yet?  If so how did it actually work?

http://fish.shimano.com/content/fish/northamerica/us/en/homepage/Shimano_Product_Page.P-CURADO_DC.html

[Rockhopper]

I've got 2. Used them last Fall to throw crankbaits and they worked flawlessly. I was impressed! Read the setup instructions and they work as advertised. There is a dial, 1-4, for different lines you may throw; braid, mono, fluoro, etc. I throw 30lb power pro, setting for braid is 2. Not even a quarter turn overspin without even using my thumb to stop the spool. Couldn't believe it! Tried setting 1 and it did backlash, so again, follow the setup instructions and it does the job.

[edyer]

I like the one I bought last fall. The mini computer makes a low whining noise when you cast it.

 

 

[Dock-in-it]

Has anyone used one with air temps below freezing, where you have a little ice in the guides and on the reel face where the line enters?

[ranger185]

I haven't had mine out it those conditions but I doubt it would be a issue as the DC system is under the side plate and sealed.  I agree with the other's they are a neat deal, I have 2 and will probably get more. They are really just a Curado k with it's own version of the DC braking system and a 150 size spool.