Just How Good Is The New Shimano Twin Power FE Model??

#shimano #twinpower #fishing
Over the last couple of years I've been a big fan of the Shimano Twin Power range, especially the FD model that was released a few years ago. So when Shimano announced that the new FE model had been released, I knew I just had to get my hands on it! In this episode we take a look at it, give a few of my thoughts on it and take it for a quick test session. Hope you enjoy this episode :)
GEAR USED:
Rod: Shimano T-Curve Premium 702 2-5kg
Reel: Shimano Twin Power FE 2500
Line: Toray x8 PE1.0 17lb braid
Leader: Shimano Ocea Fluorocarbon 20lb
Lure: Jackall Junior Pompadour in camo
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Jordan Mathews
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[@ryajsmit]

Fe is by far best looking reel imo easy to match with any rod

[@SophiaM829]

Nice!! It really reminds me of my 2011 twinpower. Really nice reel. Might get one soon. Love the slow oscillation of myv22 stella. I'm glad they did the same thing here.

[@moma1501]

as soon as i saw the reel I told the same! i've got 4000pg (2024) and it looks awesome.

[@charliet4752]

Great video jordy as always. Great information on the reels. See you on the water old charlie with my feathered friends

[@jordythebassist]

Cheers mate! Hopefully see you up at your spot again soon when the weather warms up a bit 🙂

[@34136TS]

Must admit I prefer the FE aesthetic, the "modern" look has been around for a while and can be found all over low cost reels to make them look more racey. It'll grow on you, less is more...

[@jordythebassist]

Definitely a case of beauty being in the eye of the beholder. I don't think it's ugly by any means at all, it's quite a similar design to the Stella FK in it's simplicity. I just personally think the FD is a more aesthetically pleasing looking reel. Luckily none of this stuff has much effect on the functionality of it!

[@jeffbaade8480]

Very nice fish and reel you what a way to break it in

[@ronmb81]

Ive been informed by a particular retail shop, the price the FE will drop in couple of months.. its just the norm when new models come out

[@jordythebassist]

I was told the same thing about the Tranx 150 size but it's price hasn't changed since it came out a little while ago. Will just have to wait and see I guess.

[@ronmb81]

Agree on the aesthetics of the FE, I still think the FD looks much better

[@jordythebassist]

100%, I understand the philosophy of a simple design language but I think it is a little too simple. It reminds me a bit of the old FD sienna which was probably the best Sienna model that Shimano ever made

[@cober155]

The Diawa equivalent new 24 Certates are in the 600 and 700 range in AUS. There is no justification for the 200-buck price increase in AUS for the fe twin powers over the previous when you can buy them from Digitaka for under 500, the same price range as the new Certates on the site. The only reason I can see is Shimano is still sitting on a lot of inventory of FD and XD reels and needs to move the older models.

[@jordythebassist]

My guess is Shimano is probably trickling out small numbers of them to the Aussie market, I know that my local tackle shop only got the single 2500 delivered in their initial delivery. It would be a shame if the FD didn't sell that well as it is a phenomenal reel. I'm not a Daiwa guy personally but if I were to buy one it would probably be the Certate as it seems to have less issues compared to other Daiwa models.

[@joeldejesus2635]

❤❤❤power

[@bonnevilleponds]

Cya down there

[@nathansoutbackfishing]

That Toray braid looks exactly like nomad panderra.

[@jordythebassist]

Can't say I've seen the Nomad braid, it looks a lot like Gosen IMO

[@nathansoutbackfishing]

@@jordythebassist I’d definitely recommend giving panderra a go 👍

[@Talos353]

Worth the upgrade vs the FD you think? I can get a FD 1000 for half the price right now, so leaning towards that one.

[@jordythebassist]

Half price is an absolute bargain, I'd go the FD at that price.

[@tianapete8585]

yewwww 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@DanTheCardMan2]

Money aside, if you could only buy one out of the TP FD, TP FE or the Stella FK? Looking at grabbing a c3000 and am a little stumped. It’s only about $200 difference between each model so (400 between FD and Stella) am thinking for that amount of count I may aswell just go for the FK?

[@jordythebassist]

That's a tough question! If money wasn't an issue, I would probably just go with the Stella FK. I've got one in a 2500 size and it's phenomenal. The TP FE feels remarkably similar in it's smoothness and overall feel. The design language between the 2 reels is very similar as well, to my eye the major difference between them is the colour. If we throw money back into the equation, the relative slight difference in price means that people end up where you are and consider just splashing the extra on the Stella. If the FE were the same price as the FD then to me it would be a no-brainer to get the FE. But it's not. Having said that, for the kind of prices that the FD would be going for now that it is discontinued - it's really hard to pass up some of the deals. I'm almost considering searching for another FD for that reason. I can probably sum it up best like this; Go the TP FD if you want bulletproof reliability, the better sounding drag and a bargain price Go the Stella FK if you want the flagship reel with all the bells and whistles Go the TP FE if you want most of a Stella FK at a slightly discounted price

[@DanTheCardMan2]

@@jordythebassist wow, cracking reply mate, truly appreciate it. My local said they would work out a deal as I’m also chasing a few millerods, one to pair with a newly acquired sustain for bream chasing and the other with a TP/Stella (also looking at some nitro vapours instead) I’ll see what they can do. If the FD can come down to under 50% of the Stella I’ll go down that path but if not I’ll probably just grab the FK. With that amount of coin it might just be best to invest slightly more.

[@jordythebassist]

@DanTheCardMan2 half the price of a Stella is almost impossible to pass on for an FD, hopefully they can make it happen!

[@DanTheCardMan2]

@@jordythebassist looks like I can get an FD for around $540 aud. I think that’s a no brainer at this stage. The slow oscillation and the bail arm guide on the FK is pretty cool but not sure if worth forking out the coin for. Can get two FDs for one Stella!

[@jordythebassist]

@@DanTheCardMan2 that's a great price and definitely hard to pass on! Check my recent video chasing flathead, I was using mine in that upload. It's a bloody awesome reel 💪

[@nalhcal27031984]

Agree 100% on the aesthetics. New one is so boring looking. FD looks miles better. I have both and the FE is many steps ahead in the functionality department. The line lay on the FE makes all the difference and is worth the upgrade alone.

[@arielsetnomariv7675]

X-Braid Shinji X9?

[@jordythebassist]

Toray x8 PE1.0