I Bought the World's MOST EXPENSIVE Baitcasting Reels!!! (Unbox, Fish & Catch!)

I bought three of the most expensive and technologically advanced fishing reels on the market!!! I unbox and fish with three versions of shimano's flagship reel, the JDM Antares DC baitcasting reel!
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Rod/Reel/Line/Lures used:
-Shimano Antares DC 7 (2007)
-Shimano Antares DC 18 (2018)
-Shimano Antares DC 21 (2021)
-Googan Squad Gold Series "Twitch" Rod 6'9" medium/moderate
-15 lb Braid
- Zoom Super Fluke (baby bass)
-Googan Squad Heavy Hammer Hooks gokarls.com/1rod1reel
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Location: Centennial Lake in Maryland
Date: June 2021
Primary Pattern: Fishing a super fluke slow and around cover.
Time Fished: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Air Temp: High of 80 degrees
Water Temp: 74 degrees
Water Clarity: 24 inches
Conditions: Mostly cloudy and calm
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[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

Which Antares DC reel is your favorite!!! 🎣🤔

[@RABassin]

I would dream to have one of those lol. That’s my whole bank account

[@marvaslater2283]

1rod1reelfishing is the GOAT of fishing. Oh and one more thing Never gonna give you up never gonna let you down never gonna run around and desert you Ya got rickrolled. Lol

[@RABassin]

@@marvaslater2283 bruh

[@brenthaddock2804]

I love appu Garcia’s rods and I love Lews reels don’t really know much about the DC reels

[@Delmarvafishing]

Too expensive, im going to stick with my LEWS MACH II

[@adamb306]

Always love your content 1Rod and glad to see you back on the water! About 18 months ago my father and fishing partner of 25+ years was diagnosed with a very serious type of blood cancer. His treatment took about 6 weeks in the hospital with quite the recovery time afterwards. Just prior to him going in I bought him an Antares and made him promise to take me fishing again when he was feeling better and in recovery. Today I'm blessed to say he is in remission, we just took 3rd in a local team tournament, and his sentiments about the Antares were the same as yours: "perfection", I couldn't agree more! I know its just a reel, but seeing him on the water again makes it feel like a little bit more.

[@andrewettenger1863]

I’m so so so glad that your father survived my grandfather died of single cell leukemia and died a week later. That was in March. Granted he was guaranteed to die and didn’t want to delay the inevitable so he didn’t have any treatment. I’m so happy someone survived that horrible disease and I hope your dad lives a long and prosperous life.

[@johnmozierfishing7010]

That’s an amazing story and I’m glad that you cherish your dad. Tight lines!

[@BigDirtDawg]

god is good

[@benjacobs5204]

You are the reason why I love fishing. You got me into it. Thank you

[@MegaLuis305]

If anyone deserves success is you Michael. I’ve been depressed for the past 2 years and I love seeing you’re videos. You’re excitement is contagious 😂😅You’re one of the most humble person on KZbin. Cheers to a greater rest of the year.

[@thJune]

Hope you’re doing alright my dude. Much love to you from an Internet stranger.

[@finesse_angler514]

Im seriously so excited for u right now! You absolutely deserve it mike!craaazy 🏆🧈🔥🤯💯❤

[@Michael-cf9lf]

Great video 1 Rod, you can't go wrong w chick-fil-a When you get a chance do more videos with the channel The Skye Life you both have the same passion for catch and release..

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

I plan to for sure! 🎣👍

[@Utubeaccount123]

@@1Rod1ReelFishing bro you gotta go fishing with cicadas as bait

[@rextuller3498]

@@Utubeaccount123 i could heear those lmao

[@FishingWithNorm]

1rods got that KZbin moneyyyyyy 💵

[@haydenford7256]

I just watch you live bait video guss a 3 lb didn't defend you title

[@gentrifythis]

Googan money ....

[@EanS300]

Lol

[@EanS300]

Norm fish with dental floss

[@susdad]

🤐 🤫 shhhhhhhhhh

[@my_name_is_chef4856]

I learned from a hillbilly in north Idaho, you don’t go cheap when it comes to hunting and fishing equipment. It’s never a matter of how much you make, it’s about how determined you are to save for the things you want.

[@BigDirtDawg]

If you go cheap with your reel you’ll just be buying a new one every 6 months if you fish a lot anyways

[@alladventurecapitol]

Great video thanks for recommending the hooks. I'm going to try them out.

[@chato4599]

I knew it was gonna be a good video when he pulls out the Chick-fil-A

[@lanceeydrineflores9794]

RIP to the OG baitcaster nice set of reels though keep up the good work

[@FISHERYIN]

Now you got me thinking about picking one up… great video Mike👍

[@mikegilpin8527]

Always nice to have new upgraded gear...congrats

[@fantomphoenix6170]

I’d say you’re dad wanted you to win that bet, getting a boat/reel + winning a bet + having fun with some air hockey

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

I bought a Shimano Callisto casting reel in 2005 for R500 ( about 30 dollars) here in South Africa. I still fish with it and still love it.

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

Great reel!

[@CutterGuard]

Awesome video 1ROD! You never fail to impress.

[@mikaltrevino7301]

you are truly the best youtube fisherman 1Rod nothing but positive energy and staying humble

[@ephesians3987]

21:49 hit hard words from the soul! You deserve it bro ! Your parents should be very proud of you. You have always been an inspiration and brought a lot of honest good advice. KZbinRs like you and couple others are a rare breed. God bless you and your family! I will be selling my scorpion, Slx dc 71. I’ll be getting the exact one as you. I have always dreamed about a super light finesse bait caster perfection for light tackle. You absolutely sold me on this reel. Almost like a God send for so many reasons. shimano should kick you down some view time .

[@miguelgpires]

I feel like that one cicle it’s over. I’m from Portugal, and I watch your vids for 6 years strait and I don’t miss one single vid since. I reminder the DC 2007 since then, the twisler video, the monster bass crashing the buzz bait in a golf pound, etc. I will miss the 2007 DC, I hope you fish with it sometimes in the future. Keep doing your amazing content! You’re the best

[@Alexyssss7]

You definitely have a dream job man!!! You’re extremely lucky!!!! Good job on the content 👏💯

[@vitor.m23]

Cool content man! Cheers from Brasil! Just bought my Antares DC MD to catch the Giant Peacobass here!!!! looking forward to test it!

[@lautmchannel13812]

That's the way to do it, bro. I never used a leader anymore ever since it broke off while I was pulling in something heavy. Lure, straight to my 40lb braided main line 😁

[@cartert147]

That's some thick a$$ sh*t right there bro, what reel do u have that can hold enough 40lb braid?

[@lautmchannel13812]

@@cartert147 I have 2 awesome high-end baitcasting reels that I've been currently using at the moment..The 2020 Shimano Metanium MGL and 2020 Daiwa Zillion 10 SV TW. Both loaded with a 40lb Ø 0.20mm Seahawk SOL X8 Ply Braid line.

[@cartert147]

Dayum bro's got a fat wallet😂 how do u think those reels compare to the anteres dc 21?

[@lautmchannel13812]

@@cartert147 I haven't got my Antares DC 2021 yet. The shop I ordered the reel from, still closed due to some local law restrictions because of the pandemic. Have to wait probably another month or so. But what I experienced from my existing ones, they are simply awesome. One (Zillion 10) that has blistering retrieving speed and the other (Metanium MGL) can cast a mile..

[@cartert147]

Wow good for u bro, and from Mike's review it sounds like the anteres dc 21 will do both of those things for u in 1 reel, i can only dream 😍

[@nickmac1104]

What is that humming sound that reel makes when you throw it? I notice a lot of higher end baitcasters do it, but mine doesn’t

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

Digital control braking system, there’s a DC chip inside that controls braking mid-cast

[@a_j_x6477]

@@1Rod1ReelFishing damn 😳

[@hurstod533]

They have the DC chips in lower price point models! The Shimano Curado DC around $250 and the Shimano SLX DC around $190.

[@nickmac1104]

@@1Rod1ReelFishing I’m assuming it helps against backlash, and the different modes change up the brakes for better casting feels in those particular situations?

[@eternalthread7846]

@@nickmac1104 yes correct it automatically applies brakes instead of you having to manually adjust for diff baits, wind, etc

[@Bavarias]

I really can feel your happiness! :D Congrats!

[@terrywolford7880]

You do an excellent job of informing us as to the qualities both these rods and reels. I'm an old guy and fished all my life but very seldom with baitcasters. Mostly with Spinning reels and when younger with spin cast reels. I only have one large casting/trolling reel that is not real castable and am looking for something a bait caster smaller then my present on but capable for up to lake stripers. Watching this video from a year ago I can see that you could feel the Magic so to speak from your new Reel! As a fisherman, I was excited for you, with you fishing your lake and catching a couple nice bass. I have viewed several of your video's in an effort to find my way to the Reel I am looking for. Right now I do feel inclined to purchase a Shimano reel more so than any other brand and so far I am liking the DC option. Cost is an option so I'm considering a used one Ideally, I need a reel with a bit more drag than many bass reels offer. Unfortunately, the amount of drag doesn't seem to be mentioned in most reviews and on ebay adds for Reels from Japan.

[@Hewent20]

My 2021 Antares just came in two weeks ago it’s been solid so far. The 2021 scorpion dc is pretty good also

[@micahspilker9322]

Thanks for not ramming the googan products down people’s throats. I appreciate you being real and using items from other manufacturers. Digging that new Antares, I have a metanium DC but have been tempted by the Antares. Only thing holding me back is the weight.

[@TimSmith1234-]

1rod can make and unboxing and fishing videos emotional love this guy

[@grantmarsh9820]

Tries to justify and is humble about buying a couple Antares… Talk to Jon B about unnecessary spending 😂 Love how humble you are bro

[@kenny_525]

I like that 1 rod stays humble, me and him would vibe forsure. Jon comes off pompous

[@grantmarsh9820]

I wouldn’t say Jon is pompous though, he just likes nice things and sharing it with his subs 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Bhans920]

Jon’s not pompous at all he’s a smooth g w nice things.

[@kenny_525]

To be fair I havent watched his videos in like 4 years. So I dont really know what hes like now

[@aerickhendrix6892]

When Jon "lost" that combo off his kayak in 3 ft of water lol

[@jackpietruszewski7235]

That reel paired with that rod hurts my soul

[@cassiusrhinehart7916]

Same

[@gdgnome8806]

Fr lmao

[@LandonRasch-ir1cm]

You even saying that hurts my soul it doesn’t matter what rod you have on a reel

[@lulumink0]

That Antares MD is siiiick. I have it too. Go for it! Hope you catch many big bass with it!

[@gdgnome8806]

21 is better

[@caseydangar4414]

@@gdgnome8806 the 21 is much much better

[@CrackedCreators]

Great vid 1rod

[@fishingwithsasquatchoutdoors]

I’m not fancy on the idea that you need a tool to adjust the spool tension.

[@TEAMSTEAM4LIFE]

You can hear the freaking cicadas haha

[@ynbtnasty]

They always creeped me out walking thru the wood ona sunset

[@brettcumberland2413]

Oh yeah man I live local to him and they are EVERYWHERE

[@ynbtnasty]

@@brettcumberland2413 wild bro enjoy the day

[@TEAMSTEAM4LIFE]

@@brettcumberland2413 same. I’m on the bay so it’s less bad at my house at least.

[@dameat9932]

In SOMD ....they were just bouncing off the truck like crazy

[@kerryparks1979]

Great review!

[@biglukesoutdoors2252]

So awesome Mike! I just got a new metanium but man that antares is beautiful!

[@gdgnome8806]

Antares is better than metanium I’m sorry

[@biglukesoutdoors2252]

@@gdgnome8806 well it better be look at the price lol

[@helotaxi]

"Hagane" literally translates to "metal". Its how Shimano differentiates between the metal, be it aluminum or magnesium, framed reels and their composite framed reels. The current Antares is a magnesium frame with an aluminum shroud over it.

[@noswad75]

You paired a $600 reel with a $100 rod! And said it felt great?! I’m confused. That googan rod is not doing that Antares any favors.

[@mophie6941]

What's wrong with that, A 100$ rod for what it is, is already expensive. Fishing rods are made using fiberglass or carbon fiber sheets then coated with liquid plastic resin. If you want to overpay for your stick, go for it I guess.

[@celestialshift5200]

Have you held one in your hands? Their rods feel pretty good imo.

[@johnmozierfishing7010]

@@mophie6941 I use a 40 dollar ugly stick and I’ve never had a problem a 100 dollar rod is fine

[@mophie6941]

​@@johnmozierfishing7010 What I am saying is that paying over 100$ for a rod unless it's for the brand or handmade is completely useless

[@aeioubaikal1540]

I got two shimano scorpion dc hg101 (left handed) with amazon blackhawk II, why? Cause I put them in by bag and go everywhere exploring. Also, have many other rods but don't get used as often.

[@christianflores7583]

Just bought the 2021 antares dc its worth, it palms like a curado 70 but has the line capacity of bigger reel, throws weightless rigs, neds, heavy jigs, topwater effortlessly. On a mh rod its my 1rod1reel special, it can do everything in a pinch.

[@jaydenpark1682]

That first cast made me bust all over my phone 😂

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

Bruh 😂😂😂

[@BinnJason]

Nice rod. When’s the googan squad reunion?

[@demarais2424]

Like the reel! I just really couldn’t ever get used to having to have a tool to adjust my spool tension.. that would be extremely annoying and I’d just end up losing it or dropping it in the water. So me personally would pass on that model.

[@Wesdawgy]

Same I feel like it’s just such a hassle digging through ur bag trying to change it when u switch lures I think it’s very unnecessary

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

In with you, that design choice is a bit questionable 🤔🤔

[@gdgnome8806]

Or you could just adjust the tension one time and never have to worry about it again lol I really don’t care

[@caseydangar4414]

Well you really are not suppose to adjust it anyways. Its not necessary and really you only hurt yourself when you adjust the spool tension on the 2021 antares dc. The manual states this. It's adjusted from the factory for optimal performance. I've never once adjusted my spool tension on mine.

[@MacJones1062]

Congrats man you deserve it

[@redcardinale7035]

I've fished Centennial once with one skunk. Definitely have to try that end of the lake by the boathouse next time I'm out that way.

[@twotoned2774]

You can be five rods, five reels, and I'll still watch because you have the best fishing channel I've watched. I've learned many tips and tricks from your channel.

[@swkelley]

For that kind of money, you should be speechless!

[@triplebranch8514]

Love the content!

[@antonimoreno6921]

Lovin the vibe

[@benjacobs5204]

My favorite fluke is the zoom, pearl white body with a shartruce color tail

[@TheExile115]

“Let’s Be Reel here guys” perfect opportunity for a joke

[@eternalthread7846]

Shimano makes the best reels I hope to get a dc soon, rn I have a casitas, curado, and Sahara they all still perform amazing after years of use

[@knifeaddict1014]

Just got my Antares in today. Can’t wait to go fishing with it. I put it on my goto black series rod.

[@1Rod1ReelFishing]

You’re gonna LOVE IT!!!!

[@alisondrefahl5153]

hey make a picture frame to put this reel, it's part of your life.

[@219baby7]

You know the vid is gonna be fire when 1rod has chick fil a 😎

[@kaokong4211]

If anything Shimano should be sponsoring Mike. 14 years of use and the reel is in repairable condition? It still operates after all the crazy fish he has caught. That's good press.

[@luckylucky9006]

Yeah I convinced now that DC reels are the way to go especially for newbies on using baitcaster reels..

[@nickromano8851]

Man listen to those cicadas in the background!

[@Fishing_With_Essex]

Oh that's what that noise is, lol

[@suhwateezea.214]

You get used to it

[@arnoldjohnson5244]

Mike you should go fishing with Josh again I really like the saltwater episode you guys made

[@kurts34]

beautiful setup

[@maxpototsky2478]

Congrats, Mike! That realy nice reels indeed.

[@that_guy4045]

“Oh yeah, I’m speechless. It feels amazing in my hands” -1Rod1Reel 2021

[@S2_zens]

OGs already knew the story before he told it

[@luckylucky9006]

Hey I have question for you, which is how often should one oil there baitcaster especially DC reels?? I thinking if getting a scorpion DC if I get one

[@melvintomas4119]

I always like watching your videos they are the best

[@Simple_Man_Golf]

I’d clean that OG reel up, shine it up and put it in a shadow box to display it. Kinda as a remote of how ya got to be the 🐐🤘

[@GiovanniPatti.]

Man that reel came out when I was born R.I.P to the legend

[@quantumdude6056]

been waiting on a video like this from you for a long time!! I have the DC7 and 18. absolutely 2 of the best reels I have ever used.

[@josephnywayfarer1345]

Grats on the new reel, it is a beauty. I look forward to your many adventures with it.

[@johnwildes8048]

R.I.P the reel legend you were a great reel

[@bassclass5998]

I dono. I've seen some fast civics lol.

[@BauerOutage703]

Cicada background noise is mint 👌🏻

[@JustbentFishing]

Great video I am a big fan of your channel

[@jackhuie5501]

I'd like to request a moment of silence for old faithful. He had a good life.

[@JayMac]

That tension knob though.. Almost makes the reel not worth it

[@gdgnome8806]

Bruh how lol

[@byvbasser278]

Can never go wrong with a shimano reel

[@animulovers3881]

Ideal spot for fishing❤

[@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

[@crazykids2004]

That is just how fishing works with the need of something new amazing video as always 💓can't wait for the next one

[@tomyoungblood3973]

No matter how many rods or reels you have you will always be 1rod to us lol 😂🤩

[@BasicFishingNZ]

my most expensive reel to date is the Curado DC haha. hardly use it but still i think its a great reel to have. was able to cast out a 10g spoon 60m which is more further than my spin setups

[@chadighani511]

You should try Centennial lake out in the late winter for Trout. They stock it and I've had a blast fishing there for those stockers

[@whatsthatguydoin8603]

Very nice new reel.

[@travisbruno5964]

You deserve it. Thats for sure you've been at it for a minute

[@cameronokeefe3916]

Love the videos

[@outkesttv6875]

Thats one nice baitcast

[@MisterWroe]

Heck yeah. I kove the bass colored super flukes.

[@knifeaddict1014]

I’m curious what rod you put the dc 21 on?

[@fishingwitht-boz4428]

Is that background noise cicadas from the huge hatch you guys had over there on the western shore?

[@calebwhitt2313]

You are the man!

[@KillJoyXx1]

Why different side retrieve handles on the two new reels?

[@rebeltrooper0240]

How much to replace the little wrench for the spool tension? That’s not a bright idea lol that little wrench will get lost in a tackle bag.

[@floridafishingandfitness5735]

Great video! I bought 2 of the cheapest spinning combos you can buy. lol

[@SodakFishing]

Another banger keep up that content grind 🤙🤙

[@bassinwithnick8409]

What do you have to have run a GoPro a full day of fishing I gotta hero 4 it only goes for 2 hours then dies idk how all the pros are running there’s and have it where they can still record without messing with it

[@InfinityFishing]

What camera and gimble/selfie stick do you use mate?

[@jeffnealon9920]

Ever thought of getting the OG reconditioned? I've got Penn reels from the '90's that were made in the US that I've maintained throughout the years and they'll get pulled from my cold, dead, hands.

[@louieg9508]

Wow I just got my Penn 4000 and I love it! i'm so glad to see it repped up because I didn't know they could last that long (when properly maintained).

[@patrick20082008]

You’re a such genuinely nice guy. Most people dont realise how blessed they are and take everything for granted. But you seem very aware and grateful of that. Enjoy it! You deserve it.

[@arifariffin6468]

14 years with a reel 🥶🥶💪🏻💪🏻, really worth it. no wonder you bought more Antares

[@andrewd3199]

Where did you buy your original shimano Antares dc7

[@The_Multi-species_Angler]

Very nice very nice. Heavy reels sold all of mine. The DC sound slowly gets annoying.