Current year model is
$210-229. What did I give up by not buying the current model? I think there was a spool or brake redesign, can't recall. Good tradeoff or should I get a model step down currentnyear for about the same price or buy the current year model at full price?
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I believe the spool is different, as mentioned. It’s heavier and larger. That’s generally the main body difference, too. I also want to say the 2020 used plastic gearing where the latest model has metal ones. I believe that’s what the HYPERDRIVE Design Concept is that isn’t on the 2020.
You may be able to find it for cheaper from a JDM distributor like Digitaka or JapanLureShop. For $165 its an alright deal.
I think Scheels is selling the Tatula CT for $99 dollars right now.
You’re not missing out on much in terms of differences. The main thing is a repackaging of features in a new catch-all marketing term, “hyper-drive design”, and the sv boost spool instead of the sv. The actual tech that matters in this hyper-drive design pretty much already existed in most of their reels. I think they changed the gear teeth slightly.
The sv boost is supposed to give slightly better distance, while giving the same controllability, but I don’t think it’s a game changing difference, or even a noticeable difference for most applications.
It’s a great reel. I have Daiwa’s that are 20 years old that are every bit as good as what’s on the market now, granted I have some upgraded parts on those vintage reels, but daiwa tech has been solid for decades.
I don’t think I’d pay more for the newer Tatula, but I would consider coughing up more for a zillion if I’m spending mid $200’s, considering you can get one out of Japan for a whole lot less money than you can out of the states.
Check prices on Asian portal if you haven’t already purchased. If you have already ordered it, enjoy your new reel. It’s a good one.