Daiwa · Low-Profile Baitcasting Reels
Daiwa Tatula Elite Baitcast Reel, 7.1:1 Hyper Speed, Left Handle
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Options
Gear Ratio: 7.1:1
- 7.1:1
- 8.1:1
Hand Orientation: Left Hand
- Left Hand
- Item weight
- 7.23 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 5.31 x 4.25 x 2.99 inches
Quick take
An advanced baitcasting reel engineered for long-distance casting with a lightweight aluminum spool and refined braking system for precise control.
The Tatula Elite is a 100-size low-profile baitcaster built around a light A7075 aluminum spool and Magforce braking for long, smooth casts. This left-hand retrieve version runs a 7.1:1 gear ratio and weighs about 7 ounces, with an aluminum frame and a 90mm swept handle. The T-Wing System and Zero Adjustor suit anglers who want to fine-tune distance and feel.
Best for
- Experienced baitcasters seeking maximum casting distance
- Flipping and pitching in heavy cover
- Bass tournaments where every yard of casting matters
Skip if
- You are learning baitcasting; easier reels are better
- You fish saltwater where corrosion resistance matters
Strengths
- Lightweight A7075 spool minimizes startup inertia for distance
- Hyper speed 7.1:1 and 8.1:1 ratios allow rapid line recovery
- Zero Adjustor fine-tunes braking for personalized comfort
Trade-offs
- Aluminum frame requires freshwater use to avoid corrosion
- 11 lb drag is light for large pike or musky
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Advanced
Specifications
| Type | low profile baitcasting reel |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 7.1:1 or 8.1:1 |
| Spool | A7075 aluminum, lightweight and minimal inertia |
| Handle | 90mm swept design |
| Drag max | 11 lb |
Facts
| Reel size | 100 |
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