$99 Shimano SLX Is it any good? 💩 or 🔥 What is it good for?

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[@TackleAdvisors]

So how many of you guys enjoy throwing big baits in small waters?

[@hunterguy4630]

Tackle Advisors I enjoy throwing oversized jigs for creek bass.

[@garymarch4711]

Funny you should ask.. I am heading to a smaller river now. Before watching this vid, I packed up... and I debated small or large. I packed both but am starting big. People ask how I catch bigger bass. My answer... I use bigger baits!

[@kaiboshi]

I like throwing bigger baits in general (thanks to tactical bassin for that...) and will throw them basically anywhere. Glide bait fishing in clear water is addicting. It's surprising how fish in ponds react to things like a huddleston. You'd think they'd freak out but their curiosity gets the better of them. Even small fish go after big baits. I had a 1.5# smallie freight train a hinkle shad this spring, figure that out lol. What size baits are you throwing and having success with? I'm somewhat close to you (near philly) so I'm curious to see what you have success with.

[@brendabbustamantay6802]

What kind of damage can be caused by thumbing the spool to get out a snag.? And I have been gravitating towards bigger baits lately and catching mostly consistent 3-4 pounders and the occasional 6lbr largies

[@VallejoVibes]

It's a ton of fun, gotta love it!

[@manifestgtr]

I’ve been putting this thing through its paces and it’s been AMAZING thus far. Switching back and forth between the slx and my curados, scorpions, etc has been no problem whatsoever. It doesn’t feel cheaper, flimsier or less refined. Even next to my beloved curado 70 and scorpion xt, it fits right in. Right now I’m using it on a spinnerbait/chatterbait rig. I’m already looking forward to the mgl release. This reel has the potential to be a mind blower with an mgl spool and svs inf.

[@NFL88]

My eyes have been opened to using 6/8 Hudds and a few line throughs on smallish river this year. Mainly Green fish, but the ticked off 5-7lb river variety w/massive tails that always seem to have an extra run in them. Its been eye opening. These fish can be rather reclusive, and these baits seem to draw them out better than the most lures. As always - Great work here! Hope you never stop. Youre a great resource for us all!

[@RazvanStefan]

I have this SLX, bought it second hand from a guy that didn't like the casting, he went back to spinning tackle. Literally best 45$ spent in my life.

[@TackleAdvisors]

LOL...great deal!

[@spokey9]

I know it might seem inconvenient without an external brake setting but in some cases that's an advantage in my opinion. The 2 reels (a curado e5 and a first gen revo inshore )I use the most don't have one and it's a big reason I use them. I primarily fish salmon & steelhead in glacially fed rivers with a fair amount of silt and reels without the external adjustment handle an accidental dunk much better then say my revo premier. It's just one less place for the silt to get in and affect casting the rest of the day.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I wanna go fast!!!! That's an interesting use scenario. Friend of mine was involved in the tranx 300/400 development and tortured them out in BC on steelies. Are you sure it's not a brake design as a whole vs just the adjustability of it? My reels get dunked more than I'd like to admit in fresh and salt. It's a blast when a DC sees some underwater time and decides not to work for a few hours lol.....The IVCB4/6 abu brakes change drastically and inconsistently after a dunk...and that plate really has to be clean as well as the arms. And that really applies to all non mag brakes. I can say that some brake dials leave room for water to get in easier.

[@spokey9]

Tackle Advisors it very could be a brake design issue. If I'm honest I haven't dug into the why of it lol. My revo premiers can handle a dunk in a fairly clear river without too much change in casting, but if it's one of those lovely creamed coffee looking silt filled rivers, well they need a cleaning before they fish any better then beat up black max lol. I really think the curado e5 takes it like a champ because it's not build to as tight of tolerances but that's my opinion. Either way I just wanted to say the lack of an external adjustment isn't huge loss as far as features go, and it can be a selling point to some of us that don't adjust their brakes often or fish gritty water a lot lol. I love the honesty you put into these videos though, good info always helps when it comes times to fiddle with the new reels at the local shop.

[@moekhn]

3/8 oz baits on 8lb-10lb pline cxxf works like money this reel is my favorite and go to reel i didnt see you underhand casting . its where it out shines like no other

[@janellepinzon5346]

It's good, you just have to change the central bearing for a ceramic one, like the daiwa. That ball bearing in a year of constant use, rusts in salt water.

[@TheMass33]

I have the DC version of this and new to baitcasting. Caught my first Blue and Giant Jack yesterday. It has 4 settings. And yesterday I finally graduated to number 1. Lol. Small nests. But after an hour I got used it. Imma get the new Essence SS, I have to order it from Japan. Can’t wait. You should do a video on the new Essence SS. Would be cool to hear you. Roam it down and compare it to other casters. Anyways blood tight lines and keep killing it!

[@fishin2themax245]

Your depth of knowledge is amazing. Every vid blows me away with your knowledge! Thank you for time invested. Had to send my Curado K back to factory due to side plate issue. Glad to see mention texted regarding that. Wish I’d known. Lost use for nearly six weeks while they “fixed” an easy fix. Brand new reel. Couldn’t figure out why I couldn’t secure that side plate.

[@frankleaney6267]

$139.00 in Canada. Took a while for the 151 to come out, but It finally did and I got it. Can’t wait for spring to try it. What rod would be good for this reel?

[@andrerackal6088]

Could you do a review on the daiwa crossfire spinning reel? I’ve had 2 (3000 & 4000) for the past 5-6 years. I’ve done loads of shore fishing, where the reels were under water, I even swam out about 100 metres into the sea (with the reel in my hand) to fish on top of some rocks. The reels perform amazingly and to this day still reel as smooth as butter. It would really be appreciated to know your thoughts about the reel, to me they are absolutely worth the price!

[@mikeycityify]

andre rackal you don’t need a review with that type of feedback. You’re set.

[@janosczovek8524]

Love you video's thanks for your advice and guidance and help 👍

[@inletreg4844]

I like this TA time zone. More video time

[@fyffeal]

awesome, thanks for the update.

[@bassjunkie4881]

How will this reel handle flipping n pitching or frogging right now I'm using a diawa tatula 151 n I love it but I just ordered this reel to check it out

[@AnubhavAnkitGeorge]

Nice review sir, I'm from India and planning to buy this reel, is this slx good enough to land snakehead of 2 to 4kg from weedy grass. Plz respond me and how long this reel last it's smoothness

[@usernamemykel]

So, do you prefer gefilte fish or shmaltz herring?

[@nickatdallas]

What’s the better reel Shimano Chronarch MGL or Curado DC?

[@richardlovett5187]

I have one and I love it the best reel that i have.

[@christianflores7583]

this or revo x, or one3 origin c, the fuego, casitas or a lightly used curado e7 for $65

[@jakeorr23]

Hey bud, I want to ask you a question about spinning reels and why more expensive dial Orr kind of have a cone shaped spool where it's thicker on top than at the bottom

[@TackleAdvisors]

Dude you read my mind... I'm prepping for some tests to compare casting distances on reverse tapered spools... The way I envision the tests it'll be colorful and cool... Just waiting for the parts and windless weather

[@jakeorr23]

Tackle Advisors I bought the Daiwa exist a few weeks ago and I've been fishing it for Smallmouth a lot lately impaired up with my STEEZ rod it is an absolute dream

[@lacomal]

Hey! I need a baitcaster that will be used for pike fishing, but also long casts in river for trout. What do you recommend? Price range 100-250$ I'm looking at the Lexa 300 atm

[@f1chtl]

The lexa is good for pike but it wont throw lightweight trout baits...

[@vire559]

For light weight trout or a very small pike go with BFS reel. Check Daiwa Air series or Shimano FTB

[@carterj7930]

I just picked up a Lews bb1 for 100$ new at dicks on sale from 160$

[@spotlightinspect5540]

I have this reel and cannot figure out why it won’t cast more than 30-40 ft. All breaks are off. 20 lb x9 braid. It’s not the spool tension either. Frustrating.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hmmmmmm........what kind of free spool spin time do you get ((freespool isn't ultimately importatnt)) But at your setting. It should spin with full spool of line at least 10 seconds)) .with the spool tension backed all the way off or the knob off completely...does the spool drift side to side?

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

Good jig reel for throwing 3/8oz jigs for largemouth and smallmouth?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Excellent reel for that.

[@larry-of9kh]

Not 💩 defenetly 👍👍👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥mine works great..great reel and price

[@TeamWagy]

It's "Ka-see-tus" and "kay-nen". Casitas and Caenan lol this is a pet peeve when I watch your videos haha. Good video as always

[@TackleAdvisors]

LOLOL.......every time I have to say them i have to think about the pronunciation because it's just one of them words I've said 10x in my life......and suck at it lolol....And when I'm talking..I think about what I'm going to say 30 secs in the future.....I hose it up. Thanks Brotha!!!!! That's your only pet peeve? Damn....I have like 20 lol

[@jasonsfishingagain312]

I drove up to the big city yesterday and checked these out at Cabelas. I have to be honest, they were disgusting. They had a half dozen on display, SLX, XT and DC. Every one of them, both right and left hand felt like the spool tension was cranked or something. There was no free spinning of the handle, and I couldn't push the bar and freespin the spool by hand. Maybe these were worn out display models, but all six? I gave them a hard no and ended up with a Citica instead. But to be honest, I was very shocked and disappointed.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Wow... That's pretty bad. Definitely a display thing. Which Cabelas?

[@jasonsfishingagain312]

@@TackleAdvisors Calgary.

[@schoover]

You should be a hand model.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I need a hand twin first..........

[@baguspratama4068]

Can i use it in the saltwater?

[@nuoitomthanhcongvn]

Yes. It's good.

[@cfunaki]

Casitas ou SLX? 🤔

[@timhafley5177]

Mine starting to make a little noise,the more I use the worse it gets.

[@24-7flounderproblem]

Me too I use mine in a brackish water environment though,with bi-weekly cleanings...not impressed.

[@xDx0xUxGx]

Is there a baitcast reel that doesn't need to be fiddled with every time you switch lures?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Sure just turn the brakes up high enough that no type of bait will overrun. But sacrifice distance. I think shimano DC or Daiwa sv do that the best

[@TackleAdvisors]

That and the obvious.... Thumb education :)

[@WilReid]

You scared that bird!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Served him right for slackin off on that log.

[@dirty_863]

Commercial 1 min into it, seriously?! No thanks

[@TackleAdvisors]

Lmao

[@TheMass33]

I have the DC version of this and new to baitcasting. Caught my first Blue and Giant Jack yesterday. It has 4 settings. And yesterday I finally graduated to number 1. Lol. Small nests. But after an hour I got used it. Imma get the new Essence SS, I have to order it from Japan. Can’t wait. You should do a video on the new Essence SS. Would be cool to hear you. Roam it down and compare it to other casters. Anyways blood tight lines and keep killing it!

[@vire559]

You're right about not set a drag to tight. I destroy one of the pinion gear on my reels, it won't grip to the main gear and main frame anymore.

[@ddm62571]

For 100 bucks it looks like a good buy, probably one of the best reels in it's class!

[@Slipsch]

Please review the new Revo Beast

[@jacenchrisbaker]

I think the new SLX XT literally fixes everything you had issues with...and it's a fuggin' sweet little reel.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I've been loving the DC. Great reel altogether

[@BOLLON3S]

Shimano slx...👍👍👍🇲🇨

[@LilDino808]

I picked up one a few months ago for 79.99 at sportsman warehouse online. Great reel for the price point and you are right about the breaks being it’s only fault. Great video

[@VallejoVibes]

But would you say it's "metalic blue"? Thanks for all you do, one of my favorite channels and I look forward to each new video!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hmmmmm.....lemme check my magic 8 ball :) Thanks for the time you spend here!

[@MichaelGile19]

Within 4minutes you answered my exact questions yet again. Always appreciate the breakdowns

[@DbaldetToShuffle]

One ounce to one and a half, to me, is still a rather small bait. I sometimes go up to five, six ounces when pike fishing. In rivers too!

[@TackleAdvisors]

for smallmouth bass it's large. I often throw 3-5 ounce baits in littel trout streams for early season pike too :)

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

Does Shimano use the same gear and pinion for the SLX and the SLX DC? I want to change the gear ratio for my slx dc and wondering if the SLX gear and pinion are compatible

[@grandfishing590]

I have problems with worn in and wet powerpro line. It doesn’t backlash but it has a weird overrun with one part of the line flying out of the reel. That is why I use suffix braid instead because it doesn’t seem to happen.

[@V_E_G_E_T_A_R_D]

How's the PlastiKing doing after some use? Never mind its already in a garbage bin.

[@TackleAdvisors]

It's back at amazon as far as I can tell....swapped it for another fuego ct and got a few bucks left in my pocket.

[@V_E_G_E_T_A_R_D]

Tackle Advisors So you got a Fuego, a much better reel for cheaper? That is just funny.

[@TackleAdvisors]

B U N G I E I got one awhile ago but sold it when my camera shit the bed because i wasn't going to need it for a bit. But my friend bought it so it was still around.....Figured i'd buy another since it's throw away money and a great tool. The SLX is on par with it in some departments. And more compact which is cool. But the fuego beats it in some other aspects....Efficiency being one and one of the most important.

[@V_E_G_E_T_A_R_D]

Tackle Advisors yea ive heard you mention this in your previous vidoes. Did you get the CG or whatever they're called? Compare it to poopy Chinese/Korean reels in the same price range to see if Daiwa's quality control is any better even if the reel is not made by them.

[@flikdurbean349]

I use it for punching/pitching/flipping with 65lb braid in the higher gear ratio, works perfect.

[@solesolace]

Smoother than a Tatula CT? I love mine. Haven’t found a reel to beat it for the price I got mine ($87).

[@TackleAdvisors]

Tatula is the same reel as the fuego. So yeah. It's "smoother" but tatula brings more bells and whistles

[@RayLaskyOutdoors]

It is not, and not even close.

[@danielbeavers8701]

Thank you bro! I just put a msg saying that i think the lews lfs and tatula are better for $100 for some weird reason some people "kind of like sports and politics" people start likeing a brand and they caint see past it. Just like sport casters yea they will speak on all the teams but you can always tell when they start talking about the one they like. Its like that with alabama football. Iam just sorry its not the best $100 reel i caint speak for stuff i havent used but ive used the lsx the lews lfs and the tatula ct and i would put the slx 3rd out of thos 3 overall. And as far as its the same reel as the feugo no its not! Its a tatula ct so what they sell the same identical reel under difrent name no! You said it your self "more bells and whistles" aaahhh yea! thats the whole point of this whole thing every thing in life is that way cars reels its like saying a cadilac is the same as a Tahoe with more bells and whistles aaahhhh yea! Thats the whole point lol! Omg! Some people crack me up the s**t people say. " its a feugo! With more bells and whistles so yea its smother. Translation- its a more refined more bearings a lot smother better casting better looking better peforming feugo so yea it smoother. Lol! C,mon people really lol!

[@supdude940]

Idk man I haven't tried the lews speed spool but I have had the diawa CT for a little over a year and got the slx when it came out. And the way the slx is designed with the way the handles and knobs are put on the body of the reel. Its extremely smoother than the CT. Despite the lack of bearings it still beats the CT just because of how compact it is.

[@SickmanMtz]

Which do you think is a better bang for your buck? The Diawa Fuego or the Shimano SLX? Or the Tatula Ct?

[@TackleAdvisors]

All awesome reels. I really prefer external brake adjustment. And there is somethin about how the line pays out with that t wing so wide and how quiet it comes off the spool that I've come to really like. Gotta go tat for that. If pinching pennies go fuego.

[@John-nd7il]

2:27 I can’t hear you I’m blind

[@WORLDSTARZoCOM]

When are you gonna get the Spinfisher back from Elias for a review?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I think I told him yesterday get it in the mail on October 7th

[@allenyen5793]

Hi, What dc feel would you recommend in terms of durability? Also daiwa or shimano which one has better build internally? Thank you so much!

[@williambennett1568]

Curado DC is a work horse!

[@winddyyydx]

Shimano slx dc

[@mcl560]

thanks for reviews appreciate it. difficult to hear what u saying very well though. audio kinda low.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'm glad you appreciate them. In regards to the audio. I check it on multiple devices. And I didn't lower the gain in premier pro. The audio can play quite loud on my sources. So there may be an issue on your setup

[@mcl560]

yesss..i can tell my wife that i need a new phone 😁

[@TackleAdvisors]

You're welcome lmao ;)

[@michaelleake353]

I've been noticing an ever expanding SLX lineup but worldwide, any rumors of the SLX XT or the MGL versions coming to the US domestic market? Looking at the Australian shimano site they mention the XT taking the place of the Casitas.

[@willtrax71]

Great review my Friend, is the SLX a better Reel all around than say a Fuego or the Origin C from 13 Fishing. I do not know a lot about the new Baitcasting Reels and around 99 bucks is my budget. I want to try the Topwater Hollow Body Frog here in Virginia and I’ve seen where an Aluminum Frame Reel is preferable for that type of Fishing. Thank you

[@loklokoppa9255]

Tackle Advisor, I'm looking for a good lo pro baitcasting reel with external brake control. I don't want to spend a lot since I may only use it half a dozen times per year. Use for large mouth bass and stripers, maybe flounders as well. I have an ABU C3 as my round reel. Lews kinda caught my eye. Looking at $100 price range.

[@untildawn5714]

After 3 months. around 10000 casts the handle bar nut completely broken, flew off the spring and clicker :DDDDD fought with around 3-5kg sneakhead and I cought one 8kg red tail catfish in Malaysia...

[@brettstewart6036]

Gday mate totally enjoy all the reviews they are very handy. Could I get your advice please I am looking for a overhead reel for slow jigging that will fit about 300 yards of 30lb braid, the reel will be used on a storm gomuko rod my budget is about 300 bucks any suggestions would be greatly appreciated keep up the great work thanks Yogi

[@crvnmrhd]

It may be just a matter of personal preference, but I don't mind opening the side cover at all as I like centrifugal brakes much better than magnetic. I bought this reel specifically because it uses centrifugal brakes at this price point. I don't have a problem with spending more for a reel that I feel is better, but this is about as inexpensive as it gets for a high quality reel.

[@iana3398]

For saltwater I love throwing bigger baits.

[@larry-of9kh]

Same here👍👍👍👍👍

[@otroflores91]

Man people get so hung up on drag numbers. Yeah it's cool if your baitcaster has 18-22 pounds of drag but when are you actually going to use that much. Like you mentioned using a baitcasting reel at full drag is going to break shit.

[@LilDino808]

They are 79.99 right now on sportsman’s warehouse website. Well they were yesterday when I ordered one.

[@piaoliang5467]

Nice reel, if u r a bass dude. Not much comes out in 300 size from any brand tho :(

[@Darkman-Fishing]

I can not begin to tell you how much I love this channel, I'm getting one donkey based on your review. Thank you

[@happybeing777]

would this reel be better than the abu garcia alx? i found one for the same price as this

[@althebeastly]

An initial thoughts video on the slx xt would be cool

[@girabaldytasty6224]

9:35, Haha yup I fished my brothers tatula at maximum drag and the anti reverse went out and I got a huge backlash

[@tphvictims5101]

Why is it that I rarely see reviews on Quantum smoke inshore anything? Are they overpriced? Poor quality? Any help?

[@bosshogg6653]

I know it's been awhile since u asked this question but anyway. I assume ppl hear tha zebco name and think cheap but tha smoke series reels are great!

[@ryantherock7664]

Would you choose the Citica 200i over this SLX?

[@nated6190]

Do you have a video for the diawa fuego CT?

[@janpavelkovar2248]

curado k or slx? is there a reason to go for a curado instead? Just lighttackle fishing inshore and lakes, anything striper, panfish, flounder, trout... any answer Tackle Advisors?

[@TackleAdvisors]

The curado is physically larger and a bit heavier. But it's an all around better performer and the adjust on the fly casting brake is great and without a doubt one of the best casters out. The slx is almost as good and more of a bare bones baitcaster. Me being me I like the adjust on the fly brake and put that high on my list

[@danielzanders5191]

You definitely helped me choose my reels

[@Backlashed]

Is there a good casting reel in this price range with external brake adjustments that is also rated for saltwater? This one looks great but the internal brake adjustment is a turn off.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Are you someone who is proficient in working and maintaining your gear....? Pretty much any baitcaster can be used fw or salt if you do a little preventative maintenance and keep up with it

[@Backlashed]

@@TackleAdvisors yeah I 'm pretty DIY, had a good time catching specs with my Fuego, guess I'll invest in some grease!

[@scottt.1526]

I have this reel and the AG Revo X, and for the $100 range, my Revo X outperforms the SLX. The Revo cast farther and is smoother, imo.

[@theholychirch3924]

I have both and the only thing I like better is the brakes on my revo

[@garylawlor2288]

What material is used in the frame?

[@zoomzoomgt]

this or revo x or origin c fishing?

[@rider660r]

Still love my 28? yr old Citica 201

[@archeryhunter72]

i feel you are really selling yourself short by not utilizing the spool tension knob. i rarely if ever ever touch my centrifugal brakes.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I prefer to let the spool spin as freely as possible and let the brakes come in as needed. Spool tension is like adding dirty ball bearings :)

[@billturner2370]

anybody have a thought on lews reels?

[@warrenlouisiana2277]

I got one that ant worth a dam

[@collinstuart3622]

Is it smaller than Curado 70?

[@victorsimonsen921]

how glose is it too a curado e

[@HoosierStateFishing]

New sub here! Awesome channel!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey man thanks a ton!

[@upstatenybassmaster4211]

You think the slx rod and reel combo is worth 139.99 ?

[@MaxOstrovtheheadyhive]

upstate NY basser 10586 definitely! Fantastic reels and rods at the 100$ price-point (each), so you’re almost getting one for free. If you don’t like the combo, you can have funds left-over for something else and/or swap em around different set-ups. Or sell/trade whatever you don’t like and still come ahead. I’d love to know where you found that deal!

[@inletreg4844]

2:33 RAWR! Godzilla!

[@nateriver6269]

I have this reel. Can you help me When I retrieve ,it makes noise like a grinding sound. How can i fix it.?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Aside from a cleaning where the spool may contact the frame..bearings, worm gear and where the pinion traverse the frame to meet the spool...send it for service.

[@nateriver6269]

Tackle Advisors it’s hard for me to send it back im from the Philippines it will cost me money more than the reel it self

[@arabarran]

SLX or Daiwa CC 80 HSL for lighter lures?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Never fished the new series of Oem Daiwa reels. Not sure how the brake comes in

[@jaredherman4998]

good review

[@CBALLZ666]

Would you recommend this reel for throwing the S-waver 168?? Looking for a decent reel that isn't crazy expensive to throw the Swaver 168 and my a-rigs with. Great review. Thanks!!

[@VallejoVibes]

I would say get the tranx 300 or 400 for the bigger baits. I love my tranx 400 for kayaking. I use the tether for the side plate and I don't have any problems with it

[@bassnazi4713]

Well as far as price goes might could go with a round reel as well since it's several around the $80-140 range that would work fine for larger stuff.

[@girabaldytasty6224]

You can get an okuma Citrix 350 online for like 150. And a daiwa lexa winn 300 for 150 online too. Those are great for swimbaits and a rigs

[@TackleAdvisors]

It's perfectly fine for that. 1.5 ounces isn't much at all and they come through the water easier than a square bill. No need for a big low pro for half the swimbaits out there. NONE..I don't get how the world things you need a 200 yard capacity of 60lb braid for casting 2 ounce baits 50 yards :) (often the gears are the same size and the spool shafts the same diameter) But I will say....I haven't made any casts with the brakes over 3....sometimes heavier braking works better with some single joint glides as it keeps em from banana frisbee'ing.

[@crislt1]

can this reel be used in saltwater

[@Plee92]

Meant for fresh water can be used in salt water

[@samgeorge3500]

What about the slx dc?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Very nice reel. Been fishing mine since soon after release

[@chainemcintyre1484]

I'm reading alot of comments... I'm looking into buying a new baitcast reel. I'm looking towards an slx or a dawai 100ct I think.. what are your thoughts?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Fuego or tat CT are gonna be better if you want 100 percent external brake adjustment. Slx is smaller and lighter

[@chainemcintyre1484]

@@TackleAdvisors as of now I own a concept z and not having an external braking system doesn't bother me much... just looking for a good 100$ baitcast for top water action. Looking for a smooth action, easy maintenance and reliable.

[@chainemcintyre1484]

@Sweswio went and picked it up.... and wow!!

[@chainemcintyre1484]

@Sweswio just sucks that I have to wait for summer to try it out lol

[@chainemcintyre1484]

@Sweswio I'm from Quebec, Canada. It's going to be a long wither lol

[@RayLaskyOutdoors]

You can get Tatula CT for 80ish now typeR 100, both way better than this.

[@ddm62571]

Not really no.

[@bassnazi4713]

Lol so no it's not the smallest reel in the world...

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'm sure there is some measurement that makes it smaller than some other reel.....Like smallest available sideplate real estate to write words.

[@bassnazi4713]

@@TackleAdvisors lol yea, not sure if it's just the metal with the titanium or what but when i got the Lew's ProTi I took the sideplate off and thought man that's tiny, not really any different than my Shimano's or Abu's, just looks small.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Bass Nazi that pr ti looks very mgxtreme'ish.....what's the brake look like?

[@CookingandFishing]

I need to start bringing along a wooden dowel on the kayak...

[@soobz]

Shimano dropped the ball on this, it should be a great reel for the price but the brake/backlash control needs to be much easier to dial in. Consider this is a baitcaster newbies reel, and that's what they also still don't get, if someone starts with a brand they often get loyal to it. Daiwa's Fuego LT is the same price but far more newbie friendly, sure it may not cast quite as far but because of the magnetic braking but far easier for newbies to learn to adjust/avoid/reduce backlash.

[@roboecto]

The blue is kinda toddler-ish but the question is... is it metallic blue or periwinkle fury?

[@onemorecast9902]

Its teletubby blue

[@Stefano--]

I was preferring the "real" background, not this greenscreen