Tackle Week 2026: The best rods, reels & lines for tackling Canadian waters (at any budget)

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Best High-Performance Reel

CURADO 150M

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Shimano’s Curado line of upper-tier, tournament-ready reels has built a reputation for reliability and longevity. The standout feature of the new 150M is the updated, ultra-thin MGL III Spool, designed to reduce inertia for increased casting distance and accuracy, especially with lighter lures. It also has SVS Infinity braking for on-the-fly adjustments. At just 6½ ounces, it’s the smallest, lightest reel in the Curado family.

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