Which Reel?

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Currently looking at upgrading my baitcasting reel. I plan on giving my old abu garcia ambassadour to my son. that being said im looking at purchasing either a Shimano Castaic http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...001000_100-1-1

Or a Curado http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...001000_100-1-1

in a 200DHSV model.

Now. To be honest I would go for the castaic hands down except for the exact feature I want it for. The thumb bar engage. I've heard reports of them being an absolute lifesaver, and reports of them not fully engaging and causing a huge birds nest when you go to set the hook on a fish. Anyone have any experience with them.

I plan on putting it on a 7ft MH rod, braided line, fishing heavy cover general all around pole. IE-pitching, flipping, plastics, frogs in heavy cover, etc


My fishing partner fishes a revo and while I love his reel I am looking for something different.

Any input would be appreciated.