Lew's Mach Smash Baitcaster Review (Red HOT or Red NOT)

[@jeremiaharias8055]

I got this reel and rod and I love it!

[@landonmurphy5835]

What rod is it ?

[@rubena6105]

Thanks for your video's.

[@DEBOSFishing]

And thank you for watching!

[@tdeeb6359]

Good viDEBO DEBO!!!! I just picked one up for my MHUgly Stick, and it is easy to learn baitcasting with.

[@BSE1320]

Years ago I had a Lews Laser from the late 90's - early 00's. Was not very happy with it. Adjustment was very wonky and felt like if you looked at it wrong, would birdnest like crazy. Damn near made me quit using a baitcaster. When I got back into fishing, I've been using Abu Garcia baitcasters and I've been very happy with them. I might give Lews/BPS reels another shot, but it was a very unpleasant experience the first time.

[@beerbeforebreakfast]

I HATE REVIEW VIDEOS!!! Except when its the Debo! Bring em on ole son!

[@DEBOSFishing]

That means a lot to me man!

[@beerbeforebreakfast]

@@DEBOSFishing Your just that good at what your doing, what can we say.

[@pastofino6375]

🙂Great video. Very informative

[@DEBOSFishing]

Appreciate you watching man!

[@davidgalloway904]

Sorry Debo I'm passing on the Great Pumpkin...Now Orange and Blue with a little Gator logo on it and I'm in!

[@bigbassintv4523]

I put 14 pound mono or Fluro and it works just fine

[@gonefishink2370]

I love my smash I use it more than my curado and more expensive reels it just feels right. Several 7-9 # peacocks over the years no problem !

[@MRbassmasterman]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@rosshall312]

I got one n love it ,. A little better than my pro max ! My phishfun torrent is very nice to ! 😎😎

[@unclebear77]

Lew's Custom black

[@melvinwhitten1760]

by the way great review

[@bradensmith3696]

Lew’s KVD!

[@shawnbeck2303]

Hey, Debo's! I think dollar for dollar. Cast for Cast. The Quantum ACCURIST PT S3 reel with a flipping switch is the best $100.00 reel on the market. The ACCURIST PT S3 reel is very well made. Easy to adjust. Handles mono or braid. Easy to take apart to clean. Better drag and the knob clicks. I got mine last year for $89.00 through Wal Mart during a Christmas sale. Also the ratio is 7 to 1. I don't fish with anything over 7 to 1. I would put my ACCURIST PT S3 reel up against any other $100.00 reel. I fish the heck out of this reel. It's held up great. Shawn.

[@DEBOSFishing]

The accurist is not one that I have used.

[@shawnbeck2303]

@@DEBOSFishing Debo's your my Fishing friend. Would I steer you wrong? High Quaility reel's for the money. Not a big fan of 10 bearing's and High ratios reel's. Give me a reel I can cast in a high wind without messing up and can handle braid and a 5 pound Largemouth. That's my kind of reel. Hiller's Lews guy. Shawn.

[@keagannutt9599]

In my opinion I would get the Lews lfs over the Mach smash

[@GLMYKB36420]

I was about to buy this reel but ended up buying the lews Mach 2 reel

[@fishermankev]

Lews custom lite

[@DEBOSFishing]

Has been a nice reel!

[@jasonrivera4209]

Can you review the lews xfinty combo from Walmart

[@DEBOSFishing]

That one will be coming soon!

[@jasonrivera4209]

@@DEBOSFishing thanks

[@thewaterox1]

Mine casts great and feels smooth. My Lew’s emblem fell off and most of the numbers are gone now on my magnetic control.

[@melvinwhitten1760]

Review the LEWS REACTOR COMBO 7FT3 MH 7.5:1

[@fyffeal]

love the honesty. Keep up the good work!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Appreciate you watching 👊

[@justinredden1729]

Debo, have you tried any sixgill products? If not I may have to send you my reel to try out sometime and do a review. Great informative video as always

[@leannemotley8982]

Justin Redden, I have a Typhoon and the Hamarr. What do you think of yours?

[@justinredden1729]

@@leannemotley8982 I have the Cyclone, it's my first baitcaster and haven't quite gotten comfortable with it yet

[@DEBOSFishing]

I haven't used any sixgill products at all.

[@dyingslowly666]

its got the same build as the Ozark Trail Baitcaster and apparently they are made in the same factory

[@marioochavez]

just recently got a mach smash and i’m using it for lipless cranks🤙🏽

[@edp4556]

that's a fast gear ratio for cranking

[@marioochavez]

@@edp4556 lipless cranks 🤙🏽 i have a special setup for my other cranks dawg

[@stevesmith7164]

Like the reel review, good vid Debo

[@DEBOSFishing]

Appreciate you watching man 👊

[@petefasel]

Great video Debo! Very informative. Keep em coming.

[@richardsanchez6133]

Debo you should review the Abu Garcia Zata! Has anyone tried it before and if so is it any good?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I have the roxani which is the same reel.

[@wyomike62]

Picked up this combo at Bass Pro Shop. My first baitcaster and first Lews so excited to try it out this weekend on the lake. I’m usually a fan of the spinner. Red is my favorite color too. Thanks for the review.

[@kylemalone8421]

Tatula ct

[@DEBOSFishing]

That one will be coming up soon!

[@kylemalone8421]

Ill be waiting!

[@sharkillsbear]

Great review. Thanks for such an in depth look at this reel.

[@DEBOSFishing]

And thank you for watching 👊

[@johnnyb1776]

I’ve got two. For a 100 bucks, it blows most high dollar reels out the water. Casts a mile too.

[@as3sxp]

I have two of the Dick's Sporting Goods "exclusive" Carbon Fire reels. I really like them, however the numbers on the magnetic control have worn off. They come off way too easy, literally just from wiping the reel down with a rag. Other than that they cast a mile and are pretty smooth.

[@scottcraft1000]

Both my smash reels are great but I had to glue the Lews emblem back on, that's no Bueno Debo but not a deal breaker

[@sjones7400]

That crush is so ugly I’d have to sneak up on it😱. But it says (or in this case it used to say) Lew’s on the side plate so I’m in anyways😜. Good review. I’m with ya....just go with the LFS at that price point. I’m anxious to see the SLX DC review and that Lew’s KVD looked pretty sweet in the glimpse you gave us. Thanx for the vid👍👍👍

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thr LFS was a very solid reel!

[@synaptik111]

Nice review Debo -- Thanks! Which TP1X rod is that and how do you like it? Will you be reviewing it too sometime?

[@DEBOSFishing]

That's the 7' all purpose. Yep, review will be coming soon!

[@janosczovek8524]

Lewis kvd review thanks 👍

[@bendill7390]

Can you review the mach crush

[@matthewb11]

Hey Debo what line do you recommend on this bait caster or wha tus your favorite line for bait casters

[@anthonyreeder8283]

Daiwa Tatula 100

[@dougp8345]

I've owned the mach 1 combo, within a month it wouldn't hold the weight of any lure. My friend bought one at the same time, his lasted a year. He loved Lews and bought a $99 one, lasted 6months before it was slipping. I'm not impressed. I am impressed on the black max over the $99 Abu Garcia, the Favorite soleus hasn't given me issues either nor has my SLX. My friend switched to Shimano with absolutely no problems. Just saying.

[@slayer_nomad0344]

Ever use the Okuma Cerros?

[@fishermankev]

Shimano cauis combo

[@DEBOSFishing]

That one will be coming soon!

[@Narrahd]

Wish lews was sold in Australia 😭

[@zaydensoutdoorsandstuff1031]

Does it come with line

[@MaurerOutdoors]

Do the new mach smax?

[@VAS-iq2zd]

Looking at buying this as a combo, but was also considering the Lews hack attack. Have you had any experience with that specific rod and reel combo?

[@Johndavis-yv5ig]

What is your favorite place to fish

[@DEBOSFishing]

Any place that is wet!

[@Komplete1]

2020 Metanium or Lews Mach Smash ?

[@woute5490]

Looks a bit overpriced for a non aluminum frame, I understand why they Went with bright orange but I don’t like it. Slx dc review is fine, but I’m still waiting for your thoughts the revo x, my faforite reel 😄

[@chrismash1792]

Can you do a review on the SLX DC? I’m trying to decide if the DC is worth it.

[@DEBOSFishing]

That one is coming soon!

[@vincesabin8348]

Would love to see a review of a daiwa tatula sv tws. Keep the kiiler content coming 👌

[@DEBOSFishing]

That's one that I don't have yet ☹

[@vincesabin8348]

I picked one up a month or so ago and hated it at first but now its really growing on me! I would just love to see what a fellow dink master thinks of it😄

[@gregwilliams4201]

Hi DeBo good review thanks for keeping it real and take care.....

[@leepao6302]

The new curado bfs review that reel

[@shannonjennings1454]

So, the Lews emblem fell off of both magnetic spool side plates.

[@lakenhunt8093]

What is that white rod

[@willwhite2204]

Great job on Lew’s smash review. I just bought the Lew’s Mach 1 with rod included, it’s a 6’10” rod but I’m gonna use it for my crank baits and jerk baits while I also threw on flouro. Yeah, you weren’t kidding when you said you will backlash more if your inexperienced. Would you do a review on the Mach 1? Debo?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I haven't used the mach one at all. I've got the xfinity combo though!

[@willwhite2204]

Would you ever consider using the Mach 1 on your channel and giving a review? I’m not really sure but it looked like the Mach 1 was a big seller this year in dicks sporting good store, considering not much isolation ideas to do by your self in this pandemic.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@willwhite2204 I grabbed the Xfinity from Walmart. That review will be up soon!

[@therealpatrickstar1]

I already commented this but GRANDEBASS HAS A NEW CRAWFISH BAIT!!!!!!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'll have to pick some up!

[@8.21productions9]

if you’re gonna spend $100 on a reel, you might as well shop around different websites and get a Daiwa Tatula 100. such a killer reel. and the price is super good for what it is.

[@beerbeforebreakfast]

Love tatulas. Very lovely design i do say.

[@RadYOacTVe]

I have the Tatula 100 and it is one of the best reels I own. Casts just as far as a DC reel and the T-Wing system reduces backlash.

[@andrewlebaron9321]

No hate by any means but you cant say that when you haven't felt other reels that are around $100. I'm sure that's a great reel for the price but you can say its the best. Everyone has different idea of a great reel. Like I said...full respect..not hating on ya

[@beerbeforebreakfast]

@@andrewlebaron9321 you have a point. I have Kastkings and Piscifuns that are belligerently able to cast! All below $100. But the Tatula has been the sweet sorta splurge cause ya gotta have atleast one Japanese reel, am i right. Reels all across the board nowadays blow anything from 10 years ago away. Hard to waste money on any since they are all usually pretty dagg good.

[@8.21productions9]

@@andrewlebaron9321 but I've used a ton of different reels at various price points from $100 to $600, and in my opinion if you're going to spend the money, spend it on something that's worth it. I love lew's reels, but not until they get a bit higher in price. From the feel in your hand to how they perform, everything's just better. But in the tatula 100, you get a great hand feel and you also get the performance of a higher priced feel. By all means, use whatever you want as long as you're getting out there and fishing. I'm just trying to help someone get the best bang for their buck. All of my cheaper lew's reels have burned out at some point or another, while my daiwas are still running as smooth as butter.

[@timtreptow2092]

What lakes or bodies of water do you like to fish in Iowa

[@aarondavis8224]

You hit the nail on the head. A lot of people are confused about the entire mach line from lews. That smash is $99 with a graphite frame and weighs 7 ounces so the graphite frame doesnt even save on weight. An SLX is 6.9 ounces the LFS is 7.1 ounces and they both have aluminum frames. There really is nothing speacial about that smash. To me it should be in the $50-$60 range especially seeing the other $99 reels on the market that even Lews offers. This is why Im cautious these days when buying Lews products because you need to do research and make sure you are buying something worth the money and not buying something that is overpriced for what is offered. The entire Mach line from lews is overpriced and featureless. I know where to buy an slx xt reel and slx rod combo for $160 or you can buy a mach 2 combo with a graphite frame reel and a rod with mediocre sensitivity.

[@Paco_blacc]

I cought my biggest on this combo I like move then my blue max but I catch more fish using my blue max

[@TheNutty0101]

How dose it compare to a Shimano SLX?

[@DEBOSFishing]

That may be a vid coming soon!

[@willtrax71]

Is there a difference between the Mach 1 and the Xfinity? The Xfinity is down to 35 bucks on eBay now..

[@f16mechbsc54]

Very excellent review! Very comprehensive. I appreciate all the detail and upfront straightforward review. Thanks

[@danieltracy7371]

Is it better than the Mach 2 or no

[@TimHaunFishing]

This seemed like a cool reel. But I had to pause when I learned it had a graphite frame. I don't know why they would put out this at the $100 price point when the LFS is also $100 with an aluminum frame.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I thought the same thing. However, this reel hasn't given me any issues yet. I love my LFS!

[@TimHaunFishing]

@@DEBOSFishing That's fair. I just feel like for a little less you could get more options, of for the same or a little more you could get an aluminum frame and a few nicer options. I 100% agree with your middle of the road statement. But does it have its place in the middle? I could definitely see its value in the combo, but then again the crush combos are super popular.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@TimHaunFishing yeah, I think the combo is the real intent to purchase and a better buy. Otherwise, I like the LFS over the Smash at $99

[@joshuacooper446]

Hey Debo what is the best lure for a grass transition thanks

[@DEBOSFishing]

Not sure what you mean? Grass dying out or transition from grass to something different?

[@joshuacooper446]

From grass to sand

[@thaarunillantherayan8682]

Oooo, could you do a review on the bass pro tourney special baitcaster combo? Awesome vid by the way. That intro was lit 🔥🔥🔥

[@DEBOSFishing]

I haven't used that one yet.

[@thaarunillantherayan8682]

@@DEBOSFishing it’s a really cheap baitcaster but it is well worth the price (in my experience with it). I got it for 100$ (CAD)

[@smalljaws2369]

Can you do a mach 2 reel please

[@wesquick5948]

Where is a good place to get a good longer after market reel handle?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hit up Scott over at Spool Speed! Tell him Debo sent ya. Their new handle is sweet!

[@coreygraham796]

SLX

[@williamweddeke1735]

Can you do the Diawa tatula ct

[@DEBOSFishing]

That's one I've got lined up soon!

[@charleshall3420]

What type of pole is that?

[@michaelstake7440]

All I own is either lews or aba Garcia. I like both but don’t own any high end reels of either

[@paulwyman2299]

Curious about Cadence rods and reels I think they also have a baitcaster out now

[@DEBOSFishing]

I haven't used those at all

[@Jg-od5gs]

Nice reel i have the mach crush and love it

[@josephnywayfarer1345]

Great review. First, you can email Lew’s customer service and ask them to send you a replacement badge since yours fell off. Mine did as well. They sent me one for free and I crazy glued it on. Second, for $99 i would rather buy another LFS. You are spot on you are paying extra for the pretty paint job. LFS has aluminum frame and more bearings and it’s important to mention it is the lowest priced reel that has the P2 bearing support system. For those reason I passed on the Smash.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yeah, the LFS is just a solid workhorse!

[@eliwhitmire4882]

Can you do a Shimano Sellus reveiw

[@DEBOSFishing]

That review will be coming soon!

[@melvinwhitten1760]

lets do a reviw on the lews reactor combo is see nothing on line about it. It cost me about 146.00. Is it good or bad. Ihavent had chance to throw it yet but feels good and smooth. Its a med hev 7.5:1 7ft3in

[@ivancordova3394]

Can you review the quantum smoke?

[@zoomzoomgt]

smash or the quantum accurist s3

[@adamlaxton8975]

Happy you finally did this video!!! Wish I could double like it! Lol

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks man!👊

[@willjunkin732]

Nice reel. Looking to get another and that just might have to be it. 👍

[@tannerthomas5905]

Debo you should get a shimano slx mgl 70!! Been looking at that reel since it’s newer but I haven’t found many reviews on it

[@downtowniberville]

13 fishing CONCEPT C GEN II

[@SangamonOutdoors]

So if I love the LFS and wanted to get a few cheaper reels? Why get a Smash and not a couple Classic Pros?

[@isaaco6131]

Hey Debo what heavy rod would you suggest for under 100$. I’m looking for something with good backbone but also some sensitivity

[@DEBOSFishing]

Daiwa tatula xt, dobyns fury, shimano intenza, Lew's Custom Speed Stick at $150.

[@adamant7146]

got the 7'2" combo last weekend...used it several times and love it...casts a mile and butter smooth...

[@northeastgiants775]

I’ve got the newer xfinity reel and rod combo it’s the SAME just color change and bearings if not that’s the same the orange and white from Walmart for 100$ 70$ reel 50$ rod. Some Walmart’s sell it for 89$ for the combo!!!! Insane

[@Holio88]

I bought one two and it only lasted me a few months. The drag broke. Any advice on how to fix it? It just stopped working.

[@localbadboys5457]

I have the combo can’t say anything bad about it.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yeah, mine has worked well thus far.

[@buzzworth2396]

As you know, I love Lew's products and I also love Daiwa. Both companies have what they call a " budget" model or less expensive model made with graphite composite or whatever. I'm not real fond of them but I do own afew from both companies. As you know, you do tend to compromise quality for quantity. As for me, these are models I use when I'm not going out to fish seriously. Maybe ones I loan my co- anglers that have a broken setup. Great review Debo!!! I pick my gear to death too. Always trying to improve my gear and it's time to revisit my other love.... Shimano. SLX is definitely next to buy. Need one to complete my Trifecta

[@TheBaitmanTV]

Always asks if the hair and hat before filming! Good video and I like how you’re not biased. Gotta get ya a secret Santa package together!

[@gregoryharper209]

My wife was wanting to learn and you answered the question I was asking myself about teaching her on the smash. Thanks for the review. As always your awesome.

[@myungkim861]

Hey Debo! So now that you have used the Shimano SLX for froggin n stuff, would you personally prefer it over the lew's LFS SpeedSpool? If you had to choose one reel to use 4ever~ it is going to be my first reel in the $100 range and I want to make it worth ittt~

[@blakeg4166]

What people need to understand is that daiwa, abu, and shimano are always better for the price lol this man should compare those brands to lews. Japanese know best.

[@DEBOSFishing]

What you need to understand is that Abu reels are made in the same Doyo factor as Lew's...in China/Korea. Unless your buying high end Daiwa/Shimano, they aren't made in Japan. They are made in factories on Malaysia and Taiwan....just saying...💁‍♂️😉

[@richardlovett5187]

How about the shimano curado DC i have one and it is the best reel i have.

[@DustyTheDog]

So, this looks like the exact same reel as my Mach Speed Spool SLP(model: MS1SH). The only differences are the handles, bearings, the way the side comes off, and color. The Mach SLP has 10 bearings, has a thumb latch on the side plate(like my Custom Speed Spool), and has the smooth paddles. Everything else looks the same. Same brakes, same drag, same ratio, same size handle, graphite frame. It costs the same as the Mach Speed Spool SLP, too. I wonder why they made this reel. If it is so similar, why not just add the combat grips to the Mach Speed Spool, rather than make a whole new sku. Here is the schematic for the Mach SLP: strikeking.app.box.com/s/ibijnxfhtyggviik0wkj6ey09ngjl0yp/file/524565490678

[@BassGeek]

Yeah man I don't know how long it will hold with without that aluminum body. Great review bro.

[@corporalcarnage8398]

Seriously appreciate the full breakdown review of gear helps out alot keep it up man.