2021 SCORPION DC vs 2017 SCORPION DC cast BATTLE!!!

The title is self explanatory!
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[@gerardoluevanos7895]

Love the videos very informative u helped me make my decision

[@RXAngler]

That new scorpion dc looks good! Great vids on the new scorpion dc. Enjoying them.

[@chaoyang9080]

I’m looking for your view on your new 20 Daiwa Alphas air. Can you make a video about it?

[@THEREELTEST]

Thanks brother! I enjoy seeing you put these reels to the test on those redfish :)

[@lefertheloafer]

Interesting video, thanx!

[@lynnmoss1183]

Can't wait! I have both. I haven't spooled up the new one yet.

[@emack3492]

How did you get one of these. Ive been looking and everything says out of stock. I need the left hand reel

[@lynnmoss1183]

@@emack3492 Ordered from Digitaka a week and 1/2 ago, but they are OOS now. They had been showing OOS then, but I visited the website and they had 1 of what I wanted.

[@arrived1828]

@@emack3492 go on ebay, that’s where I got mine and my exsence dc.

[@rdcrawford6628]

You can get the 2021 dc also on Amazon Japan. Also you can use google translate to read your reel instructions using the camera function in real time

[@Ryan-re1rs]

I got the scorpion because of your vid and love it. I don't need the latest and greatest to get another 20 feet. I had to pay a guy and hope a real reel came in, it was an adventure just getting it and that makes it even better. Lol.

[@Woefman911]

Good Video

[@jumeriahjohn]

I have the 2017 and love it when I heard a new one was coming i was looking at upgrading because I thought they would really improve casting a lot but that doesn’t seem to be the case and I love the feel of the 2017 reel in my hand so will stick with it. Have you reviewed the excense DC? That’s another one I was thinking of swapping my 2017 scorpion dc for. Great video as always.

[@THEREELTEST]

The only Exsence DC I have is the original 2012. I dont have either of the new ones

[@hondaman991]

I have the 2017 scorpion dc and love it. I plan on getting the metanium dc before the spring ill keep you updated.

[@JTOutdoors934]

Hey man could you do a review of the shimano curado bfs cause I want that as my first bfs reel and I need to see a nice review of it

[@THEREELTEST]

I have one on pre order but they keep pushing the arrival dates back :( Tacklewarehouse is saying mid July now.

[@BRandomFishing]

I found one at J and H tackle and I just got it in today!

[@arnulfoperez5523]

What’s the best casting reel in your opinion for $300 & under? Also would you know if the chronarc g would cast the same as the chronarc mgl?

[@wilsonline90]

I need this Lucky Craft sammy 65 !! Those small spok/walk the dog lures are my favorite. I also like some from ZIP Baits and from Jackall, but they're a little harder to find. GOing to check eBay right now after this Sammy

[@wilsonline90]

couldn't find it.

[@THEREELTEST]

@@wilsonline90 the shutdowns really affected the supply chains

[@preston3114]

opinions on one of these or get the metanium dc 15 used about the same price on ebay

[@thomasng4078]

The thumb bar it's superb on the old model

[@THEREELTEST]

yep, and they need to go back to that design!

[@funkymonk36]

2017 model still looks sick. I hear theirs a new mgl coming out end of summer

[@THEREELTEST]

maybe a new chronarch?

[@bobinmo251]

Great review as always but I'll stick with my 2017 version. Don't see much benefit in upgrading.

[@chaoyang9080]

I have a 15 metanium dc with brass main gear. My versatile goto reel.

[@THEREELTEST]

Its still a top reel

[@latfen]

Thanks for comparison video, looks like 2017 still way to go! will keep my, not worth an upgrade)

[@zefe3886]

Yup.. not worth at all. Only major difference is cosmetic. Keeping my 2017 too.

[@lukesmith981]

Also I the fact that you don’t have to over spool the spool with line that we’re not going to use. Still an elite bait casting reel.

[@michaelking2471]

@@zefe3886 if you like fishing a wide range of different environments, the 2021 does it do it better IMO... 2017 is a tiny bit more comfortable if your gonna go casting all day.... but if you wanna step it up from time to time, winding under load or cranking heavier lures, then go back down to 5g minnows the next day, I found the new model a fair leap forward for maximum versatility... At end of the day, best off rolling with what you reckon looks or feels better.... coz there’s nothing in the casting between them (with those bait sizes anyway...)🤷‍♂️💯

[@Falconryful]

Just ordered the 17 model 🎉 will arrive from Japan in few days.

[@trevorlee6987]

Do the Gomexus aftermarket handles fit on the 2021 Scoprion?

[@mr.oinkersmcpe9812]

Do you mind giving me a place we’re I can buy the Sammy 65

[@ccfrankenstein7363]

Hey man if Goture sent you their Skotta reel would you review it for us?

[@THEREELTEST]

If they offered I would

[@ccfrankenstein7363]

@@THEREELTEST i asked them about a KZbin video so I could see their product in use and they thought I was asking for a free reel However I dont have a fishing youtube channel or any fishing pictures on my Facebook page lol. I recommended your KZbin channel. I hope they reach out. I'd like to know if the reels are good. You do an awesome job reviewing these reels man.

[@tims_always_fishing7117]

Does the 21 scorpion make the beautiful zing when just playing with it like the curado does? I just received my scorpion and it doesn't.

[@wongsukri]

Can you do comparison between shimano exsense dc & scorpion dc...both of it 2021 model...any reply highly appreciated...thanks in advance

[@jedifredjacob]

I want to know on the scorpion DC reel if I set the adjustment to W or A and I don't put my thumb on the spool it is impossible to have a blacslash Thank You

[@TheMuskyMafia]

It's toing to be pretty much backlash proof but there can be certain scenarios that can always contribute to backlash. But for the most part it would be hard to do on those modes.

[@aliikane]

How did you determine that the spool tension was the exact same in both reels?

[@THEREELTEST]

by adjusting them lol

[@aliikane]

​@@THEREELTEST But the tension does not have precise measured stops like the brake. There will be variation unless the tension knob is marked and counted exact turns from a known point.

[@MrRednexus]

Got me the antares 21, this reel can out cast my antares 19 by far

[@Schnalle91]

Hows the 21 cant decide between the antares 21 or conquest 21

[@MrRednexus]

@@Schnalle91 comes down to your preference and fishing styles, lots of my friends who uses conventional reel likes to cast mainly swimbaits, for me I like to cast a wide variety of lure 1oz to 1/4 oz jigs to seedless senko, I find greater pleasure using low profile baitcaster for this. Havent tried other reel so i cant say anything about it

[@Schnalle91]

@@MrRednexus Okay I already have the conquest dc 19 so i think il go with the antares 21 then. What is the lowest weight it could cast?

[@MrRednexus]

@@Schnalle91 depends on your pole, the pole im using is a medium nrx, over loop side cast 1/8oz no problem, but can bomb 3/4 jig and ratta trap

[@mattnor1475]

hi, I want a review about abu garcia revo4 stx

[@gargar-gm7be]

You should do a field test between the new scorpion dc and the scorpion mgl

[@chaoyang9080]

They are so different. The centrifugal brake and magnetic brake are completely different. To me the dc should be your goto reel or it should always be your tackle bag as a backup. They are beast in windy situations.

[@lukesmith981]

That’s stupid. We all know a dc will outcast an mgl any day and time without much effort and adjustments.

[@gargar-gm7be]

@@lukesmith981 I know that the dc would win, I was just wondering by how much it would win

[@THEREELTEST]

I did a test with the Scorpion MGL vs the Curado DC and Curado 200k. And it beat them both

[@gargar-gm7be]

@@THEREELTEST I remember that video, It's what got me interested in whether it could beat its DC brother

[@kelley71]

You should try 1/8 2/0 lil Jon. One of the best baits on the coast and flies.

[@jberry1979]

Any thoughts on idc4 vs i-dc5?

[@TheMuskyMafia]

Idc5 leaps and bounds better. More options for conditions and lures and also line modes to tune better for all scenarios. 3 line modes and 5 settings in each mode. So basically it's like a 3x5 dc. Kind of like a mini version of the 4x8 dc reels which cost a fkin ton

[@timeflies2550]

What brand line you using?

[@michaelt6840]

Looks like the bulk spool bass pro branded mono

[@rossionq110]

Now a field cast battle between the Antares DC 2021 and the Metainium 2020 and maybe the Daiwa Steez HLC !

[@THEREELTEST]

I have the Metanium, just send me the other 2 reels and Ill do it

[@rossionq110]

@@THEREELTEST I have the Metainiums due to your tests, I rely on your tests , is the Antares DC 21 just another heavy lure for distance reel, and is the new Daiwa Steez HLC just another Zillion 1000.

[@lukesmith981]

They need to release a Bantam DC. That would be killer.

[@striperhunter-ic2wt]

Braid or fluro for best overall performance?

[@DaSheez]

Just got the new scorpion and it’s seem to have a lot of play between the body and handle. Anyone with the same?

[@Cjmm007]

If I have $300 to spend. Looking at metanium, bantam and scorpion mgl or dc. which jdm baitcaster would YOU go with if you only had a 21 Daiwa zillion sv and $300 to spend on another reel

[@TheMuskyMafia]

2021 jdm scorpion on ebay is your best bet. 3 line modes and 5 settings for dc on each mode. Best your going to get for the 200 they cost on eBay new. It's got x ship, micro gears, closest thing to 4x8 dc and looks beautiful. Or you can find like new 17 scorpions shipped around 120-175. They are still amazing and not that much different. You can also upgrade the 17 to micro gears from the curado 70i mgl. Cost like 32$. Can't beat it for the price. It's better than curado and more adjustments for less money plus Its lapanese and they're just built better imo. Hope this helps!

[@adilashraf6993]

what rod are you using, rod rating please

[@THEREELTEST]

I put up a graphic in the video

[@IvyBuilt]

why would you put music over the footage while casting it out…

[@leonardbrown1512]

I liken the DC reels to a driving analogy. There are automatic and manual cars. I prefer to drive shifting my own gears. I have one DC reel that I have retired and I just prefer to make all my own adjustments on a reel. I hate that sound

[@THEREELTEST]

its not that simple, DC brakes allow the spool to keep up its speed over a longer duration of the cast. Thats why they cast so far even though the spools are heavy

[@ulisesjaramillo9019]

Could i use the new scorpion for sw fishing I’m throwing lures upwards of 2 ounces

[@IAppreciateSlaps]

They say they're rated for freshwater and saltwater so you should be good 👍(6 month later reply 💀)

[@marshall2294]

Which retailers has the 17 in stock ?

[@THEREELTEST]

I would check ebay and amazon

[@bartholemewwyteclapper9826]

Where do you buy these reels??

[@fantasticleese]

Japan lure shop, japan tackle, digitaka.

[@THEREELTEST]

Check out my "How to buy JDM Tackle" video I uploaded a couple of weeks ago

[@IMDillon.]

Scorpion dc vs scorpion mgl plz

[@davidruiz5383]

the only concern I have is finding parts to fix the Scorpion. That's the concern that salesmen have express.

[@TheMuskyMafia]

The 70i mgl curado is the same thing I believe. You can even directly drop the two gears in for the micro module in the 17s.

[@Mr_JustAfish]

Please do a review on the "Kastking Royale Legend 2". 40 dollar reel👍

[@chaoyang9080]

I wanna get the new Antares dc with mgl3 spoon.

[@MrRednexus]

I got it, and the spool size makes a huge difference from my 2019 antares A70. I would say 15yards difference

[@frantyf]

@@MrRednexus Do you mean that New Antares 21 blows up antares A70 in terms of casting distance? Thanks a lot. How does it perform with swimbaits , Did you try it? Thanks a lot.

[@THEREELTEST]

Ill eventually get it

[@caseydangar1193]

Its just hard to make any big improvements with the scorpion dc. Its such a refined reel that its hard to make any bold moves with the new scorpion because you dont want to have a situation where the new scorpion is worse than the old scorpion. In my humble opinion, its the best dc reel that shimano makes when you account for the price.

[@THEREELTEST]

yeah, they cant make it too good or it people wont buy their more expensive reels

[@jedifredjacob]

With the Currado and de Slv Dc we have 4 ajustement (1-2-3-4) With the Scorpions DC we have 5 (1-2-3-4-W ) What is W and when we us

[@chegack4483]

SCORPION DC 2021 VS CURADO DC !

[@chegack4483]

Can you change side plate between them and did curado i-DC 5?:)

[@FISCHieat]

hi

[@FISCHieat]

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[@polykaur260]

Why new shimano 21scorpion dc has no auto mode it only has wind mode but not auto mode like shimano scorpion 17 dc

[@averchef3889]

Should I get the 2021 scorpion or the curado

[@IAppreciateSlaps]

I would get the scorpion!

[@ZzGHOSTzZ29]

Could some one tell me if Asian portal fishing is a legit website where it would be safe to place an order

[@feliperibeiropereira745]

I want to know too, their price is good, some one have already buy there?

[@ZzGHOSTzZ29]

Come on somebody help us out here lol

[@OfficialGoulden]

@@feliperibeiropereira745 I’ve bought two reels from them

[@rsergiel1]

Bought 6 reels from them. Solid! Most of the time delivered in less than a week to my home in Canada

[@thatoneambushfromdoors8529]

21 Scorpion vs 17 Scorpion differences are entirely in the features offered and the frame. 21 is based on the curado k frame, has an MGL spool and micro-module gears. The 2017 is based on the Curado 70 frame, has curado 70 brass gearing, and a regular spool. The MGL spool on the 21 means the brakes will be able to better control the spool, and the micro-module gears make for a smoother retrieve. Also the only way to do these "cast battles" accurately is to put brand new spool bearings in both reels. Otherwise you're comparing worn in bearings versus brand new ones. Not to mention one set might be lubed more then the other, slowing them down.

[@THEREELTEST]

Cool story kid! The 2017 is based off the Curado 200i frame, not the 70. And if you want to buy both reels and do your own testing and upload it then go ahead.

[@thatoneambushfromdoors8529]

@@THEREELTEST lmao. No wonder there's threads on forums about how butt hurt you get over criticism. "Shimano keeps their best stuff for Japanese market" lmfao

[@charlesgurnea2004]

I know the 2017 u couldnt use it in saltwater what about 2021 they look the same brakes system

[@foundationrepair7890]

But which one can perform skipping better??

[@user-iu2sq1ou6h]

i have 17 model，it’s bad for pithing and skipping，daiwa’s sv system feel way more better when skipping.

[@ssmart5701]

I do well with the17

[@decoyn-7782]

I came here for the DC whine, and sadly was disappointed... you SoB, lol

[@THEREELTEST]

that whine was all over the casting impressions vid, go check it out

[@decoyn-7782]

@@THEREELTEST Oh I know, just was expecting non stop DC whine in this video, lol

[@jwolf8197]

Wont buy another dc real unless the metanium gets a new dc

[@dyriku695]

Translite the indonesia.

[@chegack4483]

just marketing again....

[@Vinny_po]

Получается, новый говно. Надо брать старый.