Shimano Curado is on the light float rod, for winter brats and summers.....on the larger float rod, mainly used for Kings I run a 5501c3.

I dont think you can go wrong with either one of those.

Don't get me wrong, Curados are great reels. I have a BSF on my rod and a standard on my back up/guest rod. However, if either of them were to break, they'd be replaced with the Pflueger Trion. The Flueger holds the same amount of line as the Curado BSF, has a slightly faster retrive rate, has one more ball bearing, uses the same break system, and only costs $99.99. And on a personal note, it's simply a beautiful reel.

Who is the rep for Pflueger?

Pinnacle pro series is also a great reel for a good price Cross drilled forged aluminum ported spool
Titanium shielded line guide
8 bearing system(1 roller bearing)
Fully adjustable 6 pin spool inertia brake
6.3:1 gear ratio 12lbs / 130 yds. I have the reps name and number if you would like to contact him. Just send me a private message or e-mail me directly.

Does anyone know the Pflueger or Curado rep??

If so please let me know.

Phil ONeil is the Shimano rep. Remember he doesn't do donations to charities.

Pflueger on the other stepped up to the plate for us.

Good choice Grandpa2, I have 2 Pflueger reels that I use on a regular basis, I have the Low Pro Trion Baitcaster and I have the Pflueger Solara Spinning reel. Both of these are great reels and in my opinion, the trion is better than the Curado BSF. I think it is a lot smoother and nicer looking, but make sure to put a good lube on it pretty regularly and keep it out of saltwater because they freeze up real damn quick, just a single grain of sand will do it! Enjoy them!