Buying BEST Baitcaster at BASS PRO SHOP! Shimano SLX DC Review

In this video I am buying the best baitcaster at Bass Pro Shops!
I am doing an on the water review of the Shimano SLX DC.
Have you ever used a DC baitcaster / fishing reel before?
Lets get this video to 532 likes and I'll do the Metanium DC next!
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[@FishingWithYakPak]

Check out the new Exploring & Fishing Adventure playlist here: bit.ly/ExploringAdventures Do you guys like the SLX DC?

[@panhandleoutdoors630]

Fishing With YakPak the SLX DC is a beast no doubt. I think the Curado DC is a bit smoother. Sick action TJ🙌

[@sperminhermin2245]

good don't let anyone stop you from fishing

[@ifs_fishing]

Dont have the Slx DC. But I do have the Metanium dc and curado DC. The new Excense DC ss will be an amazing reel as well. Already pre ordered the 2020 Metanium mgl

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Ivan Sanchez where can I find some info on the Excense SS DC? I can’t find anything on it! Sounds awesome!

[@ifs_fishing]

Info is just coming out now from the Japan show. Designed for snakehead fishing.

[@bobbydobra5234]

Left handed reel wins...the few the proud the left handed reelers Sorry Yak, you da guy doe

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Lol!! That’s too funny 😆🙌🏼

[@egomaniac247]

I never understood why right handed people fish with right handed reels. You have to cast with your right hand and then transfer the rod into your left hand so you can reel. That's totally whack to me. I'm right handed and I cast with my right, reel with my left on a baitcaster

[@Mjones8383]

@@egomaniac247 aren't you special

[@calvinhandy3969]

I use left hand retrieve also

[@mynameisnotcory]

LeftY GANG

[@johncoleman7308]

Just picked up this reel today and the SLX rod to pair up with it. So far I love it. I’ve always been a Daiwa guy but I’m really impressed with this DC technology at the affordable price point.

[@timothyleger4385]

I love Bass Pro Shops, and Cabela's too, it's just that the prices can be a little outrageous at times !! Great video Yak !!

[@jonquirk9582]

@Tradyn Doty unfortunately Basspro owns Cabelas now. So the prices are the same.

[@adamcrabby2778]

If you find the prices cheaper you can price match

[@ponyboy2195]

It's 2021 nothing is cheap or free my friend

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Here’s the line on the reel: amzn.to/363vjQB

[@lojofishing]

I'd fish with it...

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Aight, ima fish witcha 😎

[@grantholland3007]

Pro TI vs. Shimano DC in same price range... Does the DC make a huge difference? Y'all have the reels...🤔🤔

[@OKIEOUTDOORS9044]

LOJO you know what line he is using?

[@caseydangar1193]

@@grantholland3007 i have both reels. I bought the pro ti used in fairness but I personally like the slx dc way better. Shimano in general to me just makes much better reels than lews.

[@williampurington3177]

I don’t have a lot of money.. but is this a great reel?

[@hibachiagent0249]

First reel i bought that cost over $60. I love it, splurged and got the matching rod and it's an amazing difference from my old setups

[@johnandersen4036]

What was that braid you had on reel

[@justinspurlock6236]

You are a straight up dude, I appreciate that. Solid video thank you! One of the few channels Im actually subscribed to. Tight lines. Love Ol Glory flying!

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks Justin 👊🏼😁 I appreciate the kind words!

[@justincromwell6592]

Great video, kept my attention longer than most reviews could

[@troyharper7546]

Great video Yak 💯 Great information buddy and nice catches. Hey also Thank You for your service Sir 💯💯👍

[@flipflop_fishingsuzannetys9617]

I love love love mine!!! It's just been so rainy here that I've only got to use it a handful of times. But it will be my go to this spring. Great video

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks Suzanne! Yes once you get out and are able to use it every trip you’re going to fall in love with it even more.

[@aaronaguileras8954]

Watching a year later but still relevant and actually finally getting one and a curado dc this season!!

[@1960HikerDude]

Gotta love the HOA busy bodies. They just can't stand to see anyone having fun. LOL

[@Chris-fh8uh]

Great reel . Have one and put a longer handle and ceramic spool bearings in it. After messing with it and the spool tension, I’m very happy with it.

[@dagarhart]

Great video! I bought the Curado DC and I love it.

[@chrisnewberry4646]

Your new reel really hums as you cast it out. Sounds great!

[@skittles7001]

You slayed them today and wore sneakers! AWESOME day for you and your friends new reel! Truly enjoy your video's. I won't harp on the shoes anymore, wear what's comfortable.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Lol thanks Michael. 👊🏼😁

[@skylerbrycesmith]

I just bought one the other day and can’t wait to test it out. Unfortunately I also just had shoulder surgery so it will be a few more weeks haha.

[@jeremyeskew1395]

Damn bro I feel like I have watched about 15 yak videos today lol banger brother as always you have definitely earned my subscription looking forward to the next banger 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💯💯💯👊👊👊👊👊👍👍👍👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👌👌👌

[@FishingWithYakPak]

You the man Jeremy 👊🏼

[@Gabe-gv1ds]

Another great video keep pushing out amazing content

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks Red!

[@mikebanks6704]

I LOVE MY SLX DC SOOOO MUCH!!

[@thechamplainfisher7854]

Now time for the Metanium DC

[@avinreaves4705]

I am getting one soon can’t wait to get it also great video.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks Avin! You’re going to love it

[@traviswells8180]

Great video man.👊 amped on my DC 👍

[@krazybigb316]

I would love to know what kind of fishing line you are using?

[@wheelierofwonder8784]

Just got mine yesterday put it on a st crox bass x rod love it

[@datmfant_9057]

Sounds so badass🤤

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Anthony Guajardo agreed 🔥🙌🏼

[@ThatJamesGuy88]

$200ish is above my pay grade. Would love to own one. In the meantime, I’ve gotten several Lew’s setups in my price range.

[@joshuacunningham3512]

Your welcome for the reel thought it would get a great video to make. It performs beyond what I expected. Might get the higher gear ratio for topwater. Great video buddy. Let’s go fish

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks again homie! And let’s go ASAP 👊🏼🎣

[@mynameisnotcory]

That 8.2 gear ratio is amazing for topwater but hard to catch anything else unless you reel slow lol

[@MrDusty2728]

My Lews pro Ti is my favorite reel, but i just got the Corado DC in December. Its almost as good in my opinion. Would love to see your opinion on both of them

[@arturosanchez7549]

I bought one last year honestly best 180 I’ve spent!

[@nativewildman9335]

I just got a new reel for 70$ but it originally was 100. It's a Pflueger supreme baitcaster very good reel for the price point. They are still on sale on the Pflueger site if you're interested. Good video

[@chrisnewberry4646]

Yes, I do like the SLX DC.

[@masonmcclure9522]

I just realized just how long yak pak has been with googan 😂🤣

[@jofritz]

“There’s no fishing here” ...oh that’s weird cuz I just CAUGHT A FISH!!! 😝😝😝

[@FishingWithYakPak]

😎

[@lorenzosorice]

YESSSSS. I just picked up the SLC DC. Haven't been able to fish with it yet though...it's been staring me down in the office.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Ohhhh you’re gonna LOVE it!

[@FishingFreshies]

That's Awesome!!

[@webjammer1]

I bought a SLX DC because I have not used a bait caster since I was a kid and ended up taking it back. I don't know if it was defective or just me , but I couldn't cast it without getting a bird's nest, even on the #4 setting. I bought a new Zebco Bullet MG and it works perfectly. I don't need no stinking bait caster.

[@stevehogan8829]

I had an SLX DC but had some issues and returned it... Picked up a Curado DC as replacement. I've got 2 other DC reels and gotta decide if I need another DC. I really like the SLX DC but the spool tension knob was not working right. Will probably try it again.

[@robertdtimmerman6507]

I have two SLX HG’s. They are smooth as butter. One is paired up with a 7’2” Shimano SLX MH rod.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Robert Timmerman oh man Robert that sounds soooo good!!

[@predwards8941]

I bought one of these a couple months ago and quite frankly I wanted it to not be worth the money just because it is so pricey...BUT IT IS AWESOME. Super easy to set up and fine-tune, makes fishing fun and takes really all the guesswork out of fishing with a baitcaster

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Predwards 89 I agree 100%! Absolutely love this reel.

[@smoke1431]

I got 2 SLX DC 2 curado DC And1 metanium DC they are definitely worth the money. You can definitely backlash them but you know what you're doing you can cast a mile any cast stays consistent with each time you throw it that's what makes it worth it

[@codydenham02]

I’m not sure if you’ll see this since it’s an older video - Would you mind sharing what kind of line you’re using here? I just picked up an SLX DC and love the look you’ve got with the line combo

[@fishingking7160]

what kind of braid did you use on the slx dc reel

[@illussion9]

I'm new to all this what do you recomend gear wise on this reel for frog fishing?

[@aaronpeart4944]

I like mine I have two of them amazing reel

[@Yamahobbit]

One of your better videos in a while. Hardly any talking at all, just straight up fishing and good times. Need more like this. Thumbs up earned!

[@FishingWithYakPak]

👊🏼😁 thanks man! You know I’ve always appreciated your blunt honesty. I’d rather have someone like you that keeps it real and says what’s really on their mind than that sugar coat shit.

[@egomaniac247]

i keep thinking about it too. I just don't want to buy something gimmicky. Will watch this to see what you think.

[@Mr._L30.]

I had the name SLX on my wish list for Christmas, I should have been specific cause I got the SLX 7’ spinning rod. The sound though, make that into a tone for your phone.

[@upstateangler9575]

I love the SLX . I have 8 regular SLX s 1 SLX DC a Currado and a Currado DC . The SLX is not as fancy looking but I think performance and comparison in price point absolutely 100% worth every penny . Can't beat it for $100 or $189 .I would like you to try out the SLX for $99 and see your thoughts on it .

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Definitely on my “to-do” list. I actually want the SLX in LH retrieve. Reason being is because I already know it’s a good reel, and I want to get comfortable with casting & reeling LH

[@Big_Johns_Life]

Banger video I would give the slx DC a try

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Thanks John! I think you’d love it

[@theman.6396]

Pretty sure im gonna pick one up just for the squeal, thats gotta be so addicting

[@theboyoutdoors272]

Hey man I was wondering does the SLX DC cast father then the Curado DC

[@justincoffey7429]

What kind of braid is that? I’m digging the colors

[@Catch4Bass]

Got mine for $160 at bass pro yesterday 😊. They got a special going on in stores.

[@harrisonsanders4899]

Would you recommend the slx dc or the Curado k more or would you recommend saving a little more and getting the Curado dc

[@Chingo71209]

I have 2 slx dc reels and by far my favorite so far!!!

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Agreed!! Love the SLX DC!

[@BassRowe97]

I put these reels on all my rods now. It’s affordable durable and fool proof. Worth the money.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

100%

[@Alvin_TX_281]

Try the Penn squall batcasting reel

[@brandonedmondson5554]

What kind of line are you using??

[@geraldsaved]

Thanks Yak pak

[@scottjohnson72]

PSL Bass Pro? Nice

[@fgmateusz9652]

is this reel similar to the Curado dc? would you recommend this reel or Curado dc?

[@joeharen8363]

First time I have ever paid this any attention but whats with the line changing colors? And where can you get it?

[@zachstone8108]

I want to save up for that reel then turn my current combo in to a frog/ top water combo

[@grantholland3007]

Whelp, ya sold me. I bought a 150hg a few days ago and liked it so much was thinking about getting the DC....after reading tons of reviews i was leaning hard towards yes. Now, its a yes. Thanks! Also, if you're ever in central texas, i got some ponds that'll get ya 7+ all day.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Say less Grant 👊🏼😁 looking forward to getting a trip together to fish Texas this year! When I was stationed at Ft. Hood I loved the fishing & duck hunting there

[@grantholland3007]

Well when ya do, this crusty vet is willing to share a few spots with another crusty vet that'll catch some absolute tanks. 🐟🤘🏻🤘🏻🐟

[@OKIEOUTDOORS9044]

What line are you using?

[@jonathanrivera6815]

I'm scorpion dc all the way, I've used the slx dc as well to me the scorpion felt more consistent and right now the scorpion dc is available on Amazon. Just my opinion respect your perspective on it thank you for an informative video.

[@Turtlemilk]

Curado dc better

[@jonathanrivera6815]

@@Turtlemilk scorpion DC better

[@johnnyrebel3925]

Is this reel easy to get dialed in using light weight lures ?

[@madmikewengert]

Hey Yat what is your all time favorite rod and reel?

[@justinpimentel8569]

Really trying figure if i should go straight to SLX DC or grabbing SLX first

[@benji4302]

Hi YakPak I was wondering what brad you got on that dc?

[@steviereyna7794]

What kind of line are you using on the dc reel?

[@handsonfishing8538]

Man there so cool they sound like Fricken space ships taking off.

[@ruthkeiling76]

10:29 I can totally relate because I'm from FL

[@davidallison976]

Have an arsenal of Curado DC’s they are stupid proof! I have found nothing I like as much! Run about $60 more than the new SLX DC, May try one.

[@BrandonBReelKillerFishn]

That was Epic catch when you put down rod

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Lol I almost lost my mind 😆

[@BrandonBReelKillerFishn]

@@FishingWithYakPak it was great , if you get a chance you should see my last vid🤘

[@basswhisperer4803]

Just bought the SLX XT today and love it so far.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Bass Whisperer that’s one that I really want to get my hands on!

[@basswhisperer4803]

@@FishingWithYakPak only got about 30 minutes to test and dial in. But gonna practice with it tomorrow morning, before my tournament this Saturday

[@bopboy7931]

How is it now

[@msolorz1]

Now you do a video on this reel? Just a little too late for me because I just bought the scorpion about 1 mth ago.

[@JoseMartinez-dq4km]

Great video

[@ou1812]

My favorite dc reel is my metanium dc 7 or the scorpion dc

[@jordanworley7372]

Where did u get the multi colored braid from???

[@Mr.BigPerch]

Calcutta DC 201 first generation, the best Crankbaitreel ever!

[@jrmaciolek2313]

U guys r the best.i wanna go fishing with yas

[@vic12416]

I have the SXL DC paired with Jacob wheeler signature Rod by Duckett

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Sounds like a juicy combo!

[@CBdiscgolf]

That line is so cool what brand is that

[@lyndeen]

They didn’t have the Shimano chronarch mgl.

[@c.shoefish]

I had one, and a curado DC. I honestly couldn't see what all the hype was about, especially the SLX, it was so uncomfortable in hand, curado was solid though. Sold em both for new sixgill rods and reels.😎

[@carsonisfishing5757]

Never used a DC reel I would love to use one

[@adammartinez6693]

Ok I’m ready and that’s the reel I want. with a Googan green or gold?? 🤔🤷🏽‍♂️ but now I want that line you have on it please tell me what that was it was totally cool

[@sadiealexandra3575]

Where do you get you're braid from

[@matthewwright2087]

What line did you spoil that up with?

[@patriot1412]

That is a hell of a friend!! Lol.

[@BrandonBReelKillerFishn]

Yeees it is and I'm getting one. I hate to say this but I think it might be better than my scorpion DC

[@FishingWithYakPak]

I know from first hand experience I love this one more than my Scorpion DC.

[@mattw210]

That reel is one of my best purchases. I love it. I have it on my st croix bass x 7’1 medium heavy fast action. Incredible setup. I know you have the bass x as well.

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Yup I love my BassX rod. And that sounds like the perfect combos you’ve got Matt!

[@FishTramp]

Got the same setup!

[@MartellOutdoors]

I have the Scorpion DC and the SLX DC both paired on 7ft Medium Heavy St Croix legend Tournaments now I can't use anything else lol

[@efrenjr2768]

It’s worth every damn penny!!

[@fish_guru20]

Baitcast-olagist lol I love it ...an love the content bro stealing your word by the way

[@FishingWithYakPak]

Lol Baitcastologist™️ 🤣 lol thanks man 👊🏼😁

[@christiancorrell4333]

For anyone wondering that rainbow line is called godline. Like so others can see

[@MerikMorley-Hotte]

Thats a sick line, which one is it??