I'm trying to settle on a pitching reel for this year.In the past I just used my Curado e7's. I recently got a Shimano Met 100hg as well as a Daiwa SV103. I've only been able to compare them pitching in the house.Same rod/line and lure set-up. I'm no expert at pitching but good enough to make a determination.
I find the Met pitches a little better/further and is a little smoother(as a $400+reel should be) The Daiwa defiantly palms better and is more comfortable to use.
For these reasons I am thinking about giving the Shimano Scorpion 71xg a try. I figure it may be the best of both worlds at 2/3 to 1/2 the price.I'm certain it palms nice and while not as refined as the Met should preform well pitching lighter jigs.
Is there a better option out there you guys like before I pull the trigger on the Scorpion or Curado 71?