{"product_id":"shimano-curado-dc-150hg-baitcaster-reel","title":"Shimano Curado Dc 150HG Baitcaster Reel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShimano Curado DC Baitcast Reel – automatic casting control, pro-level results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop guessing your brake settings. The Shimano Curado DC uses I-DC4 Digital Control to read spool speed 1,000 times per second and automatically apply just the right amount of braking. The result is longer casts with fewer backlashes—even in wind, with light lures or when changing baits. Backed by a rigid Hagane Body, MicroModule gearing and X-Ship support, Curado DC delivers smooth cranking power and salt-ready reliability for serious lure anglers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for Australian bass on impoundments, yellowbelly and Murray cod in rivers, barra and mangrove jacks in the north, or flathead and tailor around the estuaries. If you want a baitcaster that keeps you fishing—not fiddling—the Curado DC is the upgrade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features (What you’ll feel on the water)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI-DC4 Digital Braking – automatic, 4-mode external dial; longer casts and fewer overruns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHagane Body – rigid metal frame keeps gears aligned under heavy load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicroModule + X-Ship – ultra-smooth meshing and efficient power transfer for effortless retrieves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS A-RB Shielded Bearings – corrosion-resistant for dependable saltwater performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCross Carbon Drag – smooth start-up and wide adjustment range for light to heavy leaders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Free Spool \u0026amp; S3D Spool – reduced shaft friction and spool vibration for cleaner casting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater Ready – designed for inshore use; rinse after sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-Year Warranty (AU) – long-term confidence and support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Shimano Curado DC (low-profile baitcast)\u003cbr\u003eBraking: I-DC4 Digital Control (4 external modes)\u003cbr\u003eFrame: Hagane metal construction\u003cbr\u003eGearing: MicroModule with X-Ship support\u003cbr\u003eBearings: Shielded Anti-Rust (S A-RB)\u003cbr\u003eDrag System: Cross Carbon (star drag)\u003cbr\u003eSpool: S3D balanced aluminium, Super Free design\u003cbr\u003eWater Use: Freshwater \u0026amp; inshore saltwater (rinse after use)\u003cbr\u003eWarranty: 10 years (Australia)\u003cbr\u003eNote: Gear ratios, weight and line capacity vary by model; see options on this page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the Curado DC help with wind knots\/backlashes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The I-DC4 system constantly monitors spool speed and applies braking automatically. Set the external dial (1–4) for lure type\/conditions and cast with confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s saltwater ready with a Hagane body and S A-RB shielded bearings. Rinse with fresh water after each trip and dry before storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat species and techniques is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for Australian bass, yellowbelly, Murray cod, barramundi, mangrove jack, tailor and flathead. Great for hardbodies, spinnerbaits, vibes, soft plastics and topwater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat line should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost anglers pair 20–50 lb braided mainline with an appropriate fluorocarbon\/mono leader. Upsize for heavy cover or big cod\/barra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"descTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDescription\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono Cap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid Cap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGear Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrag Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 132m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20lb – 150yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.2:1 (66cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC151\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 151\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 132m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20lb – 150yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.2:1 (66cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC150HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 150HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 132m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20lb – 150yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4:1 (79cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC150XG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 150XG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 132m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20lb – 150yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5:1 (91cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e225g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC200HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 200HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 142m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30lb – 190yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4:1 (79cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCUDC201HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurado DC 201HG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg – 142m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30lb – 190yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4:1 (79cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"DC 150HG","offer_id":46597460230302,"sku":"22255218870","price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/1256\/6686\/files\/curado_DC_150.jpg?v=1773482004","url":"https:\/\/frasercoastoutdoors.com\/products\/shimano-curado-dc-150hg-baitcaster-reel","provider":"Fraser Coast Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}