BEST Fishing Reel Talk | Unboxing and Gear Comparison

[@StardustADV]

You know things are about to get real when we are talking about reels.

[@yakkensteinfishing]

Oh it DID just get really reel. Dont forget to call that number 😉🤣🤣

[@levigreen5509]

corny

[@440-fishermandrock8]

Reeely?

[@440-fishermandrock8]

@@levigreen5509 Really? So is your game with women..... or should I say nonexistent 🤣

[@brucepreston3927]

I would love to see a review of the Lews BB1...I've thinking about buying one

[@BobbyC_]

Deebo, I would love to see a $200 reel series video, I would love to see the Curado 150 MGL vs Lews Tournament Pro LFS vs Tatula SV and a few others in the $190-$220 ish price range. I personally feel like nothing beats the Tournament pro LFS but the 150 MGL is solid as well.

[@sejtan212]

I have few TPs and I agree they are awsome with any kind of lure.. also have MGLs Curado and SLX.. I mainly throw TRigs with 1/16 and 1/8 weights and I get same casting performance from all 3 above..

[@Oldbasshole]

I agree about the Lews . I’ve hit a couple tournament Pro reels and love them ! Silly smooth and cast light baits great

[@cpsullivan69]

I appreciate when you note/highlight something that is excellent "all around" purpose (like the Tatula). I know some people get crazy with using THIS reel when it's sunny, THIS reel when the moon is full, etc. I'm a bit of a minimalist when it comes to gear (mostly cuz the wife yells at me for spending money :) ) and it's great to hear in these talks when you find something that is good in multiple applications.

[@eng62ine]

Love it brother! Gonna be on the look out for some sales on these for when Santa comes around

[@juli82E]

Really love the reel talks, multiple reels was definitely a plus!

[@boostedtacoX]

debo! i would love to see more reel vids! i luv these kinda vids!

[@scarl4793]

The Mgl 70 and stubby dog all in the same video!!!! Nice!

[@B_Deucefishing]

Anything Daiwa ! I started with lew’s moved to shimano, but ever since you turned me on to that fuego’ I’ve been a daiwa fan boy, just picked up a 2017 sv tw 103. Thanks for all the gear talk I love gear too!

[@andyposey10]

The reel talk videos always get me looking for a new reel! Haha it would fun to see a break down of the Daiwa 100 size baitcasters (tatula 100, CT, Elite) and show the differences!

[@bradensmith3696]

I noticed the same thing with “my” or “your” reel😂. Took me a few casts to adjust but overall very happy with the SLX DC!

[@caroferg8857]

Enjoy these videos… how I found ya back then… thanks Debo!!! No choice cuz I have the shimanos lol

[@johnhancock517]

Love the gear reviews man. You've never steered me wrong and I value your opinion. Haven't been able to do a lot of fishing lately but I still love it when I get a chance. Keep it up brother! 👊

[@CrackingBass]

Love the viDEBO, finally tipped by hand and made me decide on the SLX 70, going to spend the winter looking for good deals on one for next season. Looking forward to any/all rod & reel reviews from you this winter!

[@Impossibly-Possible]

I fish 65pound braid locked down with tournament pro speed spool lfs carbon handle side plates and never a problem, I have pulled in giant amounts of weeds with a large fish no problem.

[@emmpak]

You need to do a review on the Hideup Japan Coike Fullcast lure! That thing is Wild!

[@creekandtrails2402]

You have pretty much sold me on the Tatula 150! 😎

[@pcheek68]

Dude I was thinking the same thing. And I really don't need another all-purpose reel. Lol

[@creekandtrails2402]

@@pcheek68 nor do I, at least until Debo convinced me otherwise. 🤣

[@rvfishingyet]

I like your reel reviews and as you are not pushing any specific brand I appreciate your impartial takes

[@robkiltie6481]

Love these types of reviews - gives people an opportunity to see some gear they might not otherwise consider. Thanks Debo

[@Little_B]

I loved seeing these,and looking at the different reels,Please more of these videos!

[@carlgwizdala6430]

Good evening Mr. DEBO'S Fishing, I TRUELY ENJOYED this video on BEST Fishing REEL TALK (ECT)! You give such a desciptive and through indepth concept of ALL makes and models you've tested and compaired. BRAVO! You DA MAN! 🙂 I would like for you to test the OKUMA CEYMAR HD more indepth on a future video if possible, Thank You my Fishing Friend! LOL! P.S. I would also like to hear more about Your Reel\Rod Give Away. I am Very Excited to hear more of these opportunities! LOL! Like a kid waiting for Christmas Morning! LOL! May God Bless You and Your Family Always! Never Stop Fish'n My Friend! Sincerely, Mr. Carl J. Gwizdala AKA "DESPERADO!"

[@stephenbarabas6286]

I used to use a Okuma saltwater spinning combo to haul some big catfish out of the Ohio river.... Always worked like a champ.... I sold it a few years ago and the new owner was super happy to get it....

[@douglasfannin860]

The first I used Diawa bait casting reel is the one that I won on your fishmas giveaway and it casts so smooth.

[@markmasters2701]

Good video. I enjoy the product demos. I am a die hard Daiwa baitcaster fisherman. Bought my first one in 1985, a Daiwa PMA15. I still have it along with the original box. The new Tatula's are my favorites! 3 of them so far.

[@thejonath]

I switched my reels to DC, I have plenty of money available and it's more of a safety net. I used to get a bird nest every once in a while but with DC I havent got a single one in 2 years. It just make fishing more fun since I only have 3 rods at most with me.

[@shanescott3168]

I bought and tried all the $100-$200 reels and settled on the Daiwa Tatula SV. I love the cast control made possible by the SV braking system for casting or pitching lighter lures. The SV does well with heavier lures as well. All the reels made by Shimano, Daiwa and Lew's perform well.

[@keithdurgin345]

Hey Debo ! I would like to see you do a reel review on the Lews hyperspeed . Did you get to use yours this summer?

[@blakechristianson2931]

Love the gear reviews! Thanks Debo

[@elicierto]

Great video. Love the combined reel review format

[@leehowell4258]

Great review! Just got a Cashion rod and I’ve been going back and forth between the Tatula or Coastal SV.

[@Cornelius798]

I've been using the same Shimano reels forever. My Curado Bantam is over 20 years old, spinning reels are newer. This summer I bought a Lew's Custom Spin 3000 and love it.

[@AlwaysApproved]

i love my MGL 70. got it paired with a medium bassx rod for light texas rigs. ive had a hand full of lews in the past and they perform great, but i have terrible wrists and shimano lets me stay out fishin longer cause theyre more comfortable for my specific hand. always wanted to try daiwa reels

[@dannyyork1142]

Bro I have fee your reels. Spinnerbait been my go to, and favorite lures to fish for 40 years. Curado DC at 7 to 4 gear ratio is perfect speed for spinnerbait. It's unbelievable, I found this on accident. Catching them by sac full for 3 days, on DC. I switched to lower gear at 6 4 to 1, I cauggt one dink in hour. I thought what the hell ,switched back started catching them again, just try it. Extra credit: strike king kvd 3/8ths oz spinnerbait, is the juice!!!!!!

[@BassAngler2020]

I would like the Daiwa 150 in depth. But have you done an in depth on the Lews KVD bait caster?

[@FromThatSC]

More reviews please it helps when trying to find new stuff

[@keepitzen]

Slx dc xt and scorpion dc up next. Shimano owns my fishing life now.....

[@calebdoede6169]

Definitely would love to see more budget reels. Super budget friendly as I’m a jobless 18 year old angler.

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

I got about 8-10 baitcast reels that are in the $60-70 range i should be coming out with some reviews it's just freaking snowing outside atm so i can't really go fishing. I like a lot of the reels mentioned here and even own a few but he's got upwards of $5000 reels right there on the table lol. Some of the $70 reels i own are up there in quality with $200+ price range.

[@willjunkin732]

Great reel over view. I am a big fan of the Diawa and Lew's. Just not a fan of Shimano. Can't wait to see more reel reviews.

[@vincentgelles3805]

Please review the Steez. I’m curious if they’re worth the price and how it performs. The guys at The Hook Up Tackle are always talking about Steez rods and reels and how they’re some of the best. Don’t think I’d ever buy one I’m happy with my Zillion sv tw best reel I own hands down and I bought it thanks to you! As far as rods go that $200-$225 price point seems to be the sweet spot for me. I have a Shimano Zodias I use for bottom contact and a Daiwa Rebellion glass rod I use for chatterbaits and they’re both amazing!

[@garyk76]

That daiwa tatula 150 should be a good reel for soft plastic swimbaits like a magdrafts and still hold enough 20 lp test

[@mikejohnston80]

I love my daiwa reels. I also have six DC and Shimano DC which I am not a huge fan of. They all have a place in the arsenal.

[@BassinWithBigMalone]

Lets see some more of that Lew's BB1

[@brandonnutting56]

I got the Shimano MGL 71 8 speed reel for my popper setup it’s absolutely awesome for that and 30lb braid

[@Impossibly-Possible]

What do you think about the Lews tournament pro speed spool and the daiwa sv 103?

[@oldschoolbassman4590]

Sweet reels. I guess I'm more of a habit type, Abu, diawa, lews. But shimano and okuma make great stuff. Not doing the DC reels. That's where I draw the line. Digital is for fish finders.

[@tyhos3]

Definitely want to see a breakdown of the Shimano Miravel

[@danielhedrick9917]

I'd love to see some spinning breakdowns, rods and reels. I feel like most, at least the KZbin I watch, do lots of bait casting reviews. Your $100 bait cast reel series, I still go back and watch when looking for reels. Something similar with spinning reels please maybe $50 or $100.. and then next maybe a new price point for baitcaster series, do all $150 or $200 reels in a row...

[@BrodieBassin]

Just got a new Denali Lithium planning on the shimano Tranx for the reel I'm one of those guys that has to have a matching combo. I'll probably get that Tatula for my frog rod. Love the reel talk videos.

[@timwamsley6231]

I have slx mgl 70 i love it, thinking about Curado DC next.

[@richardblake4777]

A really enjoyable video Debo. Man,you really got some good reel deals. I guess everyone could too if they spent a little time looking. I'm a Curado freak and have been since the 90's and have enjoyed being breakdown free. Anyway, you and Tactical Bassin remain my favorite Utube channels and I appreciate what you do.

[@robertgeliske781]

I used to be a serious Shimano fan, wanted to try something different. The "T" line guide on the Diawa Tatula reels looked interesting so I bought a Tatula SV, first time out I was hooked. I loved the reel so much I bought another one this time a Zillion. Out of the box with no brake tension and the mag tension set at 5 15lb florocarbonate I made my first cast. I expected a huge bird's nest but nothing, so I threw one harder still no backlash. I have fished the Zillion with baits from 1/8th oz to 3/4 oz and have to get a backlash. Can you comment on the Diawa Zillion?

[@kevingrandke6075]

You know I love gear, I would like to see the pros and cons between some of the budget side of One3 fishing and the KastKing Crixus (I have been using this one for about a year now)

[@experimentalfishing1292]

owner a handfull of Lew's reels..try the Tournement Pro. It is my goto. I can cast in the wind, skip, very versitile. I've had mine 2 years now and with time they seem to go better and better.

[@christianhurtado6095]

Definitely review the $700 Dollar Steez and let us know what’s the big deal. 10lb or 12lb floro is what I’d use. Looks amazing

[@alcav54]

I’ve been using Abu Garcia reel’s lately, Revo SX and STX’s and I’ve really been digging them. Maybe some Abu reviews

[@danielwright2355]

I would love to see the lews custom review and the lews pro sp if u have messed around with that one

[@thomaslangdale4915]

Hey Debo, love and appreciate all your work. For personal reasons I am hung up on Quantum (please no backlash...). Any reviews you could offer regarding them would be great. Particularly the Smoke and Accurist series. Thanks again!

[@davidfelton3084]

I bought 2 Quantum PT Tour S3s in the past year and love them!

[@NStone90]

The lews tournament lite could be a magnesium frame "justifying" the price. I'd be interested in with an okuma or 13 fishing baitcaster.

[@farrzmd3038]

Awesome video. I fish reels in the $70-$145 range. I am looking to upgrade two reels so my whole lineup has dual brakes. I’m saving for a curado next especially after that review.

[@movetfishingandfamily2604]

I have shimanos, a diawa tatula, and I keep going back to my Lew's Mach 1 and LFS. They just seem to be the best for me and my liking.

[@johndeno1071]

Nice video Debo as usual.

[@ddewjr]

Love the Okuma Epixor!

[@derickstufflebeam1624]

Please review the Sixgill reels. Please! Please! I’m a big fan of their stuff and would love to hear your thoughts.

[@garyk76]

I agree 💯 with a aluminum frame bait caster I don't what I consider monster bass catch a lot of 5-6 lp bass but Kentucky northern strains bigger bass I've caught just been a 10 but definitely can feel graphite frames flex on just the hook sets and with a 2-3 large mouth or smallmouth

[@LowkeyHDTV]

Always interesting to watch and learn from you, I'm a new fisherman from Israel started pole fishing about 2 months ago and I wanted to buy a surf rod and reel, any suggestions? (My brother said I should get a 12ft rod with a 10,000 shimano reel)

[@frankcornacchia8637]

Excellent video! Giving me ideas about what my TW order may include this fall! I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts on the Shimano Chronarch MGL, one of my favorites right now.

[@kylelundy7870]

I have most of the Shimano reels & LOVE the Chronarch MGL. I have every speed & use it for cranking, chatter bait, soft swim baits, used it most this year for Texas Rigs & jigs. I fish from a kayak & take 8-9 rods with me & usually 3-4 of them have Chronarch reels.

[@frankcornacchia8637]

@@kylelundy7870 very cool! I don't hear much chatter about them, figure they get skipped over by the Curado and Metanium folks. Glad to hear they do good work for you!!

[@Whitehalo117]

I used the new lews custom slp for frogging this season. Pulled in some toads with it from under pads. They're solid as heck. You should do a review on it

[@bassmedic]

I have a diawa 300 I use for my a rigs and a 150 with some upgraded bearings. Those reels are pretty nice but I really love my lews tournament lite. I got it used and it must be an older version because it has the cork grip handles.

[@ch33kz]

Lew's hypermag ALLDAY!

[@randallpinkfloyd7225]

When you realize you have too many reels. "I have a Steez sitting around I haven't touched" 🤣😂🤣

[@brianlee9074]

I know I'm a week late watching this video, but timing is everything. Yesterday I smoked my Revo X so I need a new reel. Thanks for the review. I like that Tatula 150, and the SLX mgl. Until next time...👊

[@gunn89]

I love the SLX Mgl and my tatula 150 seems to cast further than either my slx and curado DCs

[@imboredidid1]

great review vid! definitely some good info and things to think about when i go to purchase my next reel. I would reelly :P appreciate an updated reel/rod care and maintenance vid this winter. also, I got my first baitcaster, a lew's mach 2, on sale earlier in the year. ive really enjoyed it so far, except the numbers on the external brake adjustment wore off after only a few trips. has anyone else had this happen?

[@1984duck]

I like the black spinning reel. I think it will go good with my ugly stik med/heavy rod. Thank you for your time on this subject

[@MaineStreamFishing]

Great reel reviews as always. Diawa is growing on me too! Love Shimano but diawa is creeping

[@gc176]

Hey Debo. Would love to see a review in the Daiwa Eliminator spinning reel and the Lew's Super Duty LFS casting reel. I'd love your opinion.

[@Dacheddr]

Would love to see review of okuma, I'm tryin so hard to get into baitcasters but I suck with them. Sticking with spinners and those are beautiful ones!

[@jimboslice7389]

Been a Shimano fan boy years. Started on a B-mag 1000. Hellabass put me on a Daiwa. So far im impressed with the higher end reels. Lews makes some good reels too. Haven’t used any other brands.

[@paulwyman2299]

Beginner at baitcasting, bought a lews bb1. Easy to use ,minimal backlash.

[@richardluzaderjr4415]

I've been looking at the newer Shimono Bantam MGL A for heavy work and some froggin. Any thoughts or experiences with this particular reel? I don't need it lol at least in the functional sense but I do like a few higher end offerings out there and well you know 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@johnjohnson5933]

I got the tatula 200 for swim baits , an it's smooth as butter

[@skunkmaster2000]

Coming over from mtn biking and running mainly Shimano components for 25 plus years, it’s no different with bass fishing. 4 spinning and 4 casting all Shimano.

[@victorsimonsen921]

love the gear reviews

[@Turppa21]

Heads up Kalon c 1000 clam packs are under 40 bucks on amazon, $90 reel

[@davidgalloway904]

Mr Hands!!!!!!!!! How about going in depth on the new Okuma reel, I do feesh forth and back, back and forth, between saltwater and fresh being on the east coast of South Florida!

[@scottvermonter920]

Nice Debo the itx and either diawa!

[@cincinnatiking8008]

I like any video about Daiwa or Shimano reels. I bought a Shimano Metanium from Digitaka for $220 and it's by far my favorite!

[@jamesc.murray5932]

Good job covering the gamut of reels you covered, and for the reasons that you covered them!!!!!!!

[@MarcoGarciabustaphoto]

Thanks for this, Im digging the setup, let take a close look at Shimano SLX MGL 70, also do you have any recommendation on a salt water rated bait caster?

[@Impossibly-Possible]

I want to see the difference between daiwa sv 103 and sv 103 limited and zillion, I hear the zillion is the best reel in the line up I felt a zillion vs the top reel and it was better than the 700 dollar reel, I want to see the difference in fishing with the sv series and zillion.

[@mikemcelwain]

I always enjoy your videos ❤

[@dylana.601]

The Okuma Ceymar is the only 50$ budget reel I’ve seen multiple fishing guide use on their setups out here in the PNW for twitch jigging for salmon.

[@lanerother709]

I have the Lew’s tournament lite and I love it

[@cameronnedrow9353]

Hey Debo please do the review on DC reels and your thoughts on them, where they might be applicable, when to use them, pros and cons and just a general deep dive into the world of digitally controlled reels

[@emmpak]

The Steez CT70 is actually a very awesome reel.

[@adwhite804]

I'm a Diawa fanboy, not sure exactly why. Perhaps cuz of dad, grandad ..Penn, Diawa guys..occasionally they'd spring for an Abu or a lews. But I used Penn in salt & Diawa in fresh when I was younger. So I guess it's natural to be drawn to that coming back into the sport later I'm life. And I do need a baitcaster,preferably lefty, but I can and have used both. Multipurpose would be great. But! Definitely need that finesse -ish reel. I have out my hands on Shimano ( great reels) and all but the Salamandura from Diawa. And I gotta have that Thing, just makes casting extremely light lures & weightless rigs a bit easier. Maybe Diawa should add a funky whizzing sound too? Lol. Just a joke folks. Definitely need me one. But , the boss says its not in the budget. Hard to agree, but she's correct. Maybe for Christmas! C'mon reel sales!!! Thanks for the informative video as usual DEBO

[@willtrax71]

Amazing Reels truly amazing. I have found it’s not always about Bearing count, Roller Bearings I mean. It’s so funny Guys yelling ITS GOT 10 BALL BEARINGS buy this Reel lol. I’m trying to save for a Fuego second hand but they are hard to find. I couldn’t imagine using a Shimano DC reel lol they look so smooth and user friendly for Fishing all day. Great Video my Friend

[@levigreen5509]

MGL is better than DC

[@JoelTuck-t5e]

I would like to see a review on the Okuma Ceymar HD spinning reels although the 3000 size is fine but I would like to see the 2000 size reels. Thanks, Deebo and tight lines !

[@dylana.601]

You have to try out the Okuma ITX Carbon. I’ve hooked multiple 10lb 15lb chum salmon out here in the PNW and it’s still like new. The drag sounds so sexy. I’m pretty sure Midwayusa has the 4000 and 3000 model 30$ off for a total of 105$ I think. Amazing reel. After the saltwater punishment I put on okuma spinning reels I truly believe they are top 3 brands in spinning reels.

[@dylana.601]

NEVERMIND Didn’t get to the ITX part of the video yet lol

[@B_Deucefishing]

Have you ever tried any ALX rods ? I’m from SC where they are located and want to try them out.