NEW Shimano SLX A Baitcaster (BETTER Than Before?)

[@richardblake4777]

I'm 82 and have tried them all and settled on Shimano for their consistent reliability. Lew's and Daiwa are a close second.

[@markphilippsjr]

I started my journey with the slx. Not having the external adjustment really helped this beginner. I believe in the product. Have a bunch or the DC my favorite for sure. Thanks for the awesome review Debo

[@mexikanman]

I learned real quick on the SLX, that when you want to access the braking system you have to open that casting tensor knob all the way. If not, you could break the latch that swinging door.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yep, always have to watch that with the side plate!

[@TheRealSedHall]

The only baitcaster I own. I’ll definitely try this one out.

[@MultiGunner65]

Best part of the new was that the old ones went on sale for $70 locally.

[@selwynjunebugcooper9233]

The only budget baitcaster reel that I've never used maybe I will get blessed to own one🙏

[@chrisfoley3320]

The two springs setting straight up is the spring tension on the spool. When you put the side plate on it loads the springs that push against brass idle gear that the spool pin sets in. Just like a Diawa.

[@CrackingBass]

Love the reel & rod reviews, your opinion & info is a big influence on my gear purchases. I just got the SLX 70 this winter, looking forward to getting it out there this year. Gotta love those smaller scale aluminum body reels.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Appreciate that a lot man!

[@colinmccarty530]

I love when you review different eguipment.Thanks

[@BradleySinclair-d1v]

I’d love to see a head to head review of the $100 reels! I’m looking to upgrade to this price point from my beginner combos soon. So this would be helpful!

[@majtnkr]

Love your reviews - great camera work to focus on the details you are explaining opposed to others trying to explain what their cameras are not focusing on. Stay honest and consistent, and those that go "it didn't work for me" are just trolling and obviously needed a different product (ie square peg into round hole?) Be blessed and tight lines!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yeah, a lot of gear really comes down to preference, brand loyalty, etc. I'm never mad at a different opinion if there are legitimate facts to back it up.

[@SD-wo2gx]

I do like baitcaster reviews! Man if I could pick I'd say do a casting comparison video of these next but have a smaller portion go to casting lighter lures to showcase the if MGL works as advertised. As always, great video Mr DEBO, always great to see your notifications pop up! Especially when its a gear review video

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thank you brother 🙏

[@5.7.0bassin2]

I can’t wait to get the new slx from what I heard from Matt at TB he said the beefed the gears up and it feels way smoother

[@omalysiragusa9747]

“Who needs a fancy DC” love that brother this helped solidify my choice I have the curado K love it I was gonna get a 13 fishing reel which I do like them but after trying the Shimano line up this slx A is so smooth I don’t regret it one bit love me some Shimano

[@JesseG085]

Good to see they weren't shy with the grease.

[@frankcornacchia8637]

Love the reviews, gives me more ideas of where to spend more money while I wait for the snow to melt!

[@juli82E]

Yes, casting comparison of these reels!!!!

[@JoshB-Fishin]

Definitely glad to see these reviews coming back in. I’m going to be ordering a new reel, maybe I should send it over for a review first. 🧐

[@Cornelius798]

Yes, love the gear reviews, comparisons.

[@BrownBaitCo]

Debo gear reviews are the best!!!

[@billturner2370]

Great Job!!!!! I also miss tackle Adviser.

[@kenbrown5221988]

Great vid! Just used my first baitcaster at the end of last year. Excited for the ice to melt and get out there for the spring bank angling season!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Me toooooo!!!

[@tblizz2963]

Just picked up the speed spool. Can’t wait to get it out

[@eng62ine]

Stand up review by a stand up guy- bonus points because you got the lefty! Question- is there a bearing where the gear shaft connects to the frame? On the old SLX it’s just a bushing and on theres an actual bearing on the LFS. I don’t think it’s a deal breaker, but thought there should be a bearing there instead of a bushing

[@tombrewster54]

Great information Debo. Makes me want to try one out!

[@chrisrus53]

Watching this while we get another coating of the white stuff🌨... Love the table top tear down and comparison. Great job covering the "updates". Anxious to hear your thoughts after getting it on the water. P.S. We need more gear vids!!

[@BrodieBassin]

No!! I live in iowa and am currently in Missouri I don't want to come back to snow.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'm sick of winter!

[@awesomeozzycat9953]

Great video! I really like the gear reviews. SLX DC is a little loud, but you need external adjustments for a baitcaster. I think abu revo x has a funny placement of side plate opener. Keep doing these types of videos very informative.

[@loganshippell8961]

Love the reviews Debo!

[@davidrauschenbach6871]

I would go with the XT version, but then again I rock the Chronograph Mgl whenever I can! Except Frogging Debo got to love the Daiwa Tatula 150! Btw silent tune come in different ways, some springs, o-rings, washers or bushings. As long as they work ok with me. Thanks for the review!

[@chrismichaelson5668]

Love my slx, super smooth, will maybe have to look at these new ones to replace some older none slx reels

[@rocko112camaro]

Thanks Debo. 🙏

[@ETuss713]

The Tackle Advisor reviews were awesome!

[@brianlee9074]

Definitely like the rod/reel reviews. Yea man mix it up. We love it all !!! ✌️😎🎣

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, Debo! I have the SLX MGL on a 13 Fishing Omen Black 7-4 MH Moderate fast. Love that combination for its versatility and feel. I think it's a great idea to focus on this price point, as there's a lot of competition among brands. Keep up the great work!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yes, this $100 spot is a great bang for the buck!

[@warnerww83]

Thanks for the vid. Definitely yes to a $100 head to head cast off.

[@BassinWithBigMalone]

Im a Lew's guy but I've casted my buddies alot, smooth reel.

[@HawkFishingandOutdoors]

Good to know it's essentially the same reel, and that's not a bad thing cuz it rules!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Definitely a solid little reel!

[@willtrax71]

Great Video my Friend and I have the Caius and the new LFS and I know the Magnetic Brakes are much easier to dial any Lure in compared to the Centrifugal Brakes. I struggle with lighter 1/4 ounce stuff with the Shimano but the Lews will Zing anything I tie on and dial in quickly. I would like to try the SLX though and I will say that 40 dollar Caius is as smooth as any Reel I’ve ever handled. I was able to get both second hand for under 100 bucks new without a box of course on YOUR recommendation from the EBay and I couldn’t be happier thank you. Semper Fidelis my Friend

[@NeilGraham.I.M.F]

Good stuff. I love seeing what's in the new reels

[@willtrax71]

I did notice during research that a lot of the Reels have the same Braking, the dials and number of magnets are 5 in the Lews and the Abu Revo. I can’t see a better Reel for 100 bucks or less than the Lews LFS I really can’t especially for an Old Beginner DAV like me it’s so easy to dial in.

[@OsamaBinDarrel]

I love all three of my SLXs but I have an old Tatula and the T-wing definitely makes a big difference imho. I know it’s a dream thatd never happen in a billion years but a high end Shimano with a T-wing would be a dream lol

[@adwhite804]

Always have been more of a Diawa guy. But looking at that size comparison alone. Even with larger hands , just seems a lot easier to deal with. Not a fan of the internal only braking but. I see the use that hing wing deal , like last king has for a couple years. I do like that as well . Nice to know I'm not dropping a side plate in the river.

[@douglasfannin860]

Love the review videos & I’ve never used shimano reels

[@craigpeters3165]

Great review bro!

[@JCB8689]

I’m gonna need you to take it out on the water 🎣 and report back

[@woltermanproductions4399]

This^^^ and also all $100 baitcaster cast comparison

[@DEBOSFishing]

I can do that for sure!

[@hilldaron17]

Lol

[@fishingwithaaron314]

bro i love baitcatser reviews!

[@blongyang5547]

Love the reel reviews 🖐shamano fan boy

[@jaicycampbell6968]

Have you checked out the Daiwa CA 80? Easily my favorite $100 reel!

[@donlewis1140]

you should do a casting comparison of the sub hundred dollar reels.

[@mickeystine3100]

Like to see how good it casts out.

[@stevesmith7164]

Good video thanks Debo

[@lawrencetortora8703]

Good video!! Question on the internal breaks is out “on” and in “Off”?

[@Bass_AF817]

Do a company specific take over, reel addition or rod addition

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hmmmm. Talk about the stuff I like in their lineup?

[@Bass_AF817]

@@DEBOSFishing yeah

[@farrzmd3038]

Slx vs lfs. So tough. Both are reliable, fit well, and work. Differing brake systems with metal frames. If I think I’m gonna mix in some pitching I grab the slx because I like centrifugal brakes better than the external magnetic. That’s about the only edge the slx has over the lfs. Other than that for $99 slx is perfect for bank fishing.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Both are really good reels!

[@garyk76]

I'd liked tackle advisors also

[@55Dag]

Excellent review. I've been fishing with the curado for a very long time(currently have 6) but I recently bought a slx xt and have been very impressed with it.

[@numberonenole4590]

Love the SLX XT!

[@OvertheShoulderFishing]

"Rubbing the shaft" 😂 sorry! I'm sorry okay I'll focus now! Great review, I like how you compared them to the other 100 dollar reels. Very useful information when trying to decide what to buy at a certain price point.

[@TheOutdoorCatch]

Nice review. I'm thinking about picking one up!👍

[@jacobperez5977]

Do a comparison on slx A rods

[@hammy91972]

Which one is the most durable?

[@PatrickMarbury]

Man after my own heart, fishing left handed is the only way I fish. Crazy since I am right handed but feels right. I have several Revo X that are several years old that I am looking to upgrade. I may have to look at the Shimano’s to upgrade. Thanks for the great reviews on the reels. 🔥

[@DEBOSFishing]

👊👊👊👊👊

[@Metallion1979]

Nice breakdown Debo, I like the gear review. I see you have left and right handed reels, do you use both?

[@blopez468th]

Great video! Quick comparison of the schematics should detail the difference. Keep the up the excellent content!

[@benruegge9100]

And I love the review videos I've always trusted your opinion

[@FreedomFishing]

You gotta try the BPS Extreme reel. Casts a mile.

[@garyk76]

I think the slx and feugo are the best 99 dollar reels on the market I like shimanos where I like centrifugal brakes but I think daiwas magnet system is the best magnetic reels

[@ryantherock7664]

I bought the 1st Gen SLX when they first came out…I really like it…from your video there seems to be little difference between the old and new

[@rvfishingyet]

I benefited a lot from your 100 dollar workhorse reviews previously. That LFS is still one of my favorites. Very curious on the new SLX and that Abu Garcia. Workhorse head to head!

[@BrownBaitCo]

Thanks debo, it looks like a solid reel.

[@ParkerG397]

The SLX was my first $100 reel, I love it. Recommend it to anyone that has a $100 budget

[@katybethparr9770]

Me too!

[@eldhosenvarghese6995]

Brother, where did you buy it from under 100$ ??

[@ParkerG397]

@@eldhosenvarghese6995 my local Academy has it for $100 but i got it for $75 last Black Friday. Sorry im just seeing this

[@104silvae]

Is this a good bfs reel? love the videos as always!

[@jack03111969]

Your better bet for bfs would be the Shimano slx mgl

[@DEBOSFishing]

I agree with Jack's comment below. However, I'm not the best BFS guy to talk no. I'd rather use a spinning rig 💁‍♂️

[@bicalipierfishing8951]

I love Abu Garcia bait caster reels and spinning reels 👍🔥

[@randallpinkfloyd7225]

I think the SLX XT is the sweet spot. Would love to buy one but I have to stop! Way too many baitcasters! 😂

[@ssmart5701]

I own the SLX DC, curado dc, And many more. Just a fan of shimano, I’ve owned most if not all brands and well they collect dust, expensive way to find out that shimano is the best bang for the buck in my costly opinion

[@jimholliman2822]

Debo love your videos! Now I've got to go find your video on the SLX XT which I I saw on one of The Real Tests videos. If I had my druthers I'd get an SLX DC XT but that's a JDM product. Who knows maybe I will get one.

[@jimholliman2822]

Oh shoot, you didn't do a video on the SLS XT. Please consider doing one.

[@jarrettmichaud8887]

Solid review.👍

[@OkieOutdoorAdventures]

Lost my DC side plate LOL.. Good stuff buddy!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Perfect example right there!!!

[@bayouburner281]

I dig the SLX’s-They remind me of the Curado E’s but cheaper.

[@cuejoe6277]

For the screws, the plastic would have a “coarse” threading and the metal screws would have a “fine” threading

[@DEBOSFishing]

Ahhhhh! My screw knowledge is not up to par 🤣

[@willtrax71]

I’d like to see a Debo 99 dollar Reel shootout like the Reel Test Guy did but a DebosFishing Edition would be amazing.

[@MrVaniish]

SLX A or Lews LFS.? Still unsure. This video was very informative. Only reason im not fully committed on LFS is the handles

[@jamesp2674]

You taking it apart reminds me how much I dislike cleaning baitcasting reels! Lol

[@blind_eye_fishing]

I want to get a slx mgl 70 but the price on my budget has me stalled lol

[@bernicemcclendon574]

This is Roland mcClendon in love with my shimano curado 200dc

[@benruegge9100]

You should totally do a $99 bait caster casting battle

[@5.7.0bassin2]

Out of the slx line I’d have to say 1.mgl 2.xt 3.dc 4.slx but I itch that being said not one of them are a bad reel you get your money worth of any of the reels

[@rocko112camaro]

Q: When are you doing another casting test? Shimano Curado DC, Shimano SLX DC, Diawa Tatula, Okuma Hakai, and Abu Revo?

[@arta215]

I just bought the SLX should I return it to get the SLX A??

[@Waterlife_india]

Sir’ do you have any slx 151xg brake system adjustment vedio?pls share

[@ryangamer7307]

Would it be ok with 20 pound mono

[@kevinlavery6194]

SLX XT is awesome! Worth a few more dollars to be able to fine tune and externally adjust your breaking.

[@dreamsreborn3388]

I like them too but I think ima gonna grab the dc version

[@OsamaBinDarrel]

Yes Tackle Advisor was the shit ! Said he doesn’t post anymore 😢

[@MaineStreamFishing]

I use the curado line i need to try the SLX line

[@caleb4015]

How does this stack up to the XT?

[@HellaBass]

Coarser thread vs fine Thread

[@OutLaw10192]

13 has the same star drag click system

[@Jon-nz3dm]

For me the Fuego got suuuper noisy while casting/reeling after just like 2 months of very light use. And I just can't get decent distance casting with it compared to SLX. SLX is also just so much smoother. I rarely use anything cheaper than a Curado K now(it's hard to go back once you've tried Bantam, Zillion, etc) but when I do it's an SLX or SLX variant.

[@DEBOSFishing]

My fuego dried out and started making a screech sound. Clean and lube fixed it up!

[@Mcgriddles90210]

Can we please get some unbiased kistler baitcaster reviews? I've only seen sponsored reviews or reviews that aren't in depth

[@carloscorado4287]

Greta content. Love this type of vids.