REEL REVIEW: Okuma Komodo SS and 13Fishing Concept A3. ON THE WATER

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I wanted to introduce you guys to my two high capacity swimbait reels. Like I said, they dont HAVE to be for swimbaits. They're just a couple of the high capacity reel that aren't quite as well known or discussed as others. Let me know what y'all think?!
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[@louisdarmaillacq7976]

Thanks for this review, it's great! I was just asking myself if you could tell us about the minimum and maximum lures weights than the reels can handle with. You know, it's always the first thing I'm thinking of, when I want to purchase a new casting reel. But again, thank you very much for this video, it's the only information you could add to your reviews that already are very clear and helpful! (and please excuse my english, I'm french...)

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Louis thank you man!! I wish I could give you a minimum weight… I’ve thrown nothing less than 3/4oz on them and they perform just fine. Heaviest I’ve thrown… 5-6oz on them! Actually have a video of me throwing the Megadog from Megabass on the 13 just recently! Thank you for watching!

[@samuelskelton9603]

Awesome video I just ordered my first Favorite Soleus today and would love to see you review the Soleus and Soleus XCS

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks dude! And I’ll definitely be doing one of those very very soon

[@hamptonshull9301]

Great video love the videos

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you!

[@rutherfoss1]

I like that - we didnt come here to hear about growing my channel - we came to hear your opinion on these reels!

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks Sam! At least I hope that’s what I said back when I did this 😅 Because that’s how I feel. I’d love to see it continue to grow, but I want to provide some honest insight and feedback on the equipment and lures I use!

[@southlakefisherman5372]

Other banger keep up the grind and I acttually was debating to get the 13 this video helped me out

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks man!! And I'm glad the vid helped out, it's a solid reel for sure. Both are, but the 13 def fits in the hand better.

[@txhuntsman]

I appreciate this video and I was one of they guys who asked for this review BUT can we talk about your 3:16 baits on the wall?!?! LOVE 3:16 lures. So underrated. They are absolute monster slayers.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

You’re welcome bro! Glad you liked it. And yes dude!! 3:16 are absolute giant killers, I gotta build more confidence in them lol. Maybe tomorrow 🤔

[@tony2a4]

I use the a3 for saltwater, and love it!! Tons of drag and line. I've even landed a baby spinner shark on it

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

That’s badass dude!!!

[@tony2a4]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler yeah I actually just finished your video and realized people use it for completely different ways of fishing that is awesome! I normally use a poping cork reds. I'd definitely recommend it for any inshore fishing

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@tony2a4 reds are on my list! And thanks for watching the whole thing lol. Always nice when ppl watch all the way through

[@tony2a4]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler For sure! Always do! Love the videos even if you are A OKLAHOMAN!!!! TEXAS BABY!

[@matthewcapra9761]

Nice vid man keep up the great work Alex and tight lines

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks bro 👊🏻👊🏻

[@OdiNonXBOX]

Love the review style videos, how I found you in the first place ..... Keep em comin pimpin Your friend, Double O G

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you bro! Truly appreciate you 👊🏻

[@ryansimmons4342]

Subbed for the simple fact you asked for feedback if you didn't like the video! Great video BTW! Just picked up a ss364 and haven't used it yet so I'm trying to gather any info I can! Can't wait to catch more vids!

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you dude!! Truly, thank you. Crazy thing is, I haven’t used the Komodo very much lately because I’ve been using some others I picked up. But I brought it out of retirement tonight and that reel, by far, is the longest casting big reel I have. Handles feel great. Super strong drag. Smooth reeling. Just don’t hit the clicker when you cast lol

[@reelfunnyfishing651]

Good review, I have been on the fence on an okuma komodo or 13 Concept A. I’m not really brand loyal but have been liking my daiwas and shimanos when it comes to big bait reels.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

I’ve got a curado 300 and love it! But I’ll say, that Komodo is the longest casting reel of all the big bait reels I’ve got

[@BigJ-ol7fq]

I was planning on using the okuma for big saltwater swimbaits and was wondering what rod I should get for a saltwater setup with this reel

[@danieldykstra]

Thanks for the video. Entertaining and informational.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks Daniel! Glad you like it

[@minusastoni]

Hi! What is the size of Okuma reel you are reviewing here?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

It’s the 300 size! The 364 is a 6.4:1 gear and 300 size spool

[@HookLife]

Good review OWA

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you brother! 🙏🏻

[@TheTinHorseMonty]

Great review dude!!

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you Gabe!! 👊🏻

[@8.21productions9]

but when they’re rating the drags, they’re talking about being locked all the way down. and you can test it by hooking it up to a scale and either pulling it by hand, or using a trailer hitch and pulling until something gives.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Which reel in particular?

[@JasonChen_5.8]

Would you say that both reel is better than abu revo4 beast?

[@muskyvictim]

Is it normal to see exposed area between the star drag and handle when tightening drag?? I see at least 4 mm of the drive shaft, and when i loosen drag yes it backs out and comes in contact more with handle. I wonder if mine is missing a spacing washer or what? .. i talked to okuma Canada and he said it's normal to see some drive shaft ? Additionally, if i tighten drag all the way the cranking becomes really hard and resistant, is this normal? I only use high end Shims and Daiwa so just asking please

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Completely normal dude, I wondered the same thing with my first. But now I have 3 and a 200. I still have the Komodo from this review still in rotation lol

[@muskyvictim]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler so nice for reply thank you Oklahomaworstangler . Go Sooners , well OSU also good Barry Sanders ,..

[@jeremyeskew1395]

Great review brother. Any advice on how to g ed t my notifications i am not getting any at all from any channels and can't find anything in the settings 🤔

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you bro! And man the only thing I can think of is just turning them off and then back on. I haven’t been getting a lot either though

[@jackofalltrades5904]

The clickers are great when you are alone with 5 rods in the water

[@shuconrad1514]

Nice video sir. Thinking to get the 463ss compare to 13 Fishing Baitcasting Reel Concept A3 Gen 2 What do u prefer?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Sorry I’m just seeing your comment Shu! Well I have the first Gen A3. But between the Okuma or 13, I’d go with the Okuma. That 400 will be heavier, but more line capacity and they’re built like Tanks. I throw my Okuma more than the 13.

[@shuconrad1514]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler ok thanks sir noted.

[@dujedelic6824]

I have Komodo SS I love it,such a tank.Use it for jerks,glidebaites.. Wanna buy one more for big soft plastics,shads,hybridshad like Rap Peto..My question is: Curado HGK 301, Tatula300HL,Tranx 301,Penn Fathom 300,Revo Beast ,whats the best choice ? Gonna use it on Westin w3 40-130 grams,for pike fishing...

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Duje you listed some beast reels! And I have experience with the Tat Curado and Tranx. But knowing it’ll be for Pike, I’m gonna say get another Komodo. The Tranx would be great for them too, but you get the Komodo for a better price. Check out a couple more of my big swimbait vids, you’ll see the Komodo I’d still going strong and it’s become my go to. I just got a Citrix 364 today too though

[@dujedelic6824]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler Thx for answering,sorry for bothering you with my decisions.I really wanna try some different brand,dont own 2 same reels,its just me probably.Kredit card payment so I dont bother 60/70euros up or down,its on a monthly basis 😀. Guess what reel looks better with the rod will be my choice,and Curado seems fitting well.You got 300K Curado,like it?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@dujedelic6824 not a bother at all! And yes, the Curado is very very nice! Definitely lighter than the Tranx or Komodo

[@scottb4540]

Is there any noticeable difference between casting distance on this reel vs say a tranx or a lexa

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

scott b there definitely is with the Komodo. I’ve used a Tranx plenty, and own a Lexa 300 (new model) and it’s safe to say the Komodo throws farther than the three

[@didierhuaulme2457]

why don't you remove the clicker ?

[@deanwatt]

Do you think the Concept C is a 300 size reel or 200? You should crank the drag down on each reel and try lift a 20lb - 30lb weight with it!

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

I would say the C is between a 150-200 size. They classify it ad a 200, but I have one now and it holds a good amount of line! I wouldn’t recommend it for anything bigger than 2oz baits though

[@deanwatt]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler Sorry, I meant the CONCEPT A3. What size do you think it is? Also does it have the "Alert Drag Clicker"? I used to have a concept C and really liked it until the salt water ruined the cast control knob and totally seized it.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@deanwatt ohhhhhh gotcha! Yes, the A3 is definitely a 300size. I have the Gen 2 now and love it! Drag is a clicking drag as well, I’ll leave a link at the top of the description on this video if you plan to pick one up 👊🏻

[@deanwatt]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler awesome thanks for the reply 👍 Does 13 fishing have a 200 size reel that they rate as saltwater friendly? Thanks in advance 🎣

[@1felicio]

Hey! Nice video! Which size is the Okuma?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thank you! It’s the 364

[@bidhanjoshee4542]

Great video!! does okuma Komodo cast better Compared to concept A3 ? Im planning to buy okuma Komodo im still confused if it cast light lure like 20grams to 30grams well. so does okuma Komodo cast lighter lures like 20grams nicely can you help? I've heard because of non disengaging level wind on komodo you can't get better distance while casting.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Now I will say that the Komodo does cast better and further for me. But I only say that because I use it for the heavier baits I have. I will gladly test some lighter lures for you this week and compare the two and get back to you!

[@bidhanjoshee4542]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler thank you so much for the feedback sir. I've asked to many others who make video about komodo no one answered about the lighter lures. the thing is i live in nepal up in Himalayas and i fish for Himalayan golden mahseer in big fast rivers and it can grow more than 90 pounds and are very strong fish we get hooked with fish from 10 pounds to 50 pounds so for power no doubt about komodo and mahseer can run up to 100 meters in its first run so for line capacity no problem. only problem is if it cast lighter lures coz we mostly fish with spoons which is 20 gram to 50gram range..its not easy to buy reels in nepal we have to order with our relatives who are abroad so selecting right one is very important for us. Can't wait to see the new video😁😁👍

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Hey buddy! Sorry for the late response! I have yet to throw anything at 50 grams on the Komodo yet. Last night I took it back out and was throwing a 70 gram bait and it was casting just as far as my buddy throwing a 127 gram bait lol. So as of now, I’d say that reel with definitely handle the lighter lures. I was also throwing it on 25lb Pline CXX

[@bidhanjoshee4542]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler thanks alot for response again !! Gonna buy komodo 364 soon and will spool it with 50lb braid and its good to go😁tight lines

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@bidhanjoshee4542 oh that thing will SING on some braid!!! Lol If you’re ordering off Amazon, let me know and I’ll send you a link! It helps me out a little bit lol

[@eloizub5251]

hello what did you tinks about abu garcia revo beast x

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

I don’t have a lot of experience with it, however, I didn’t like it as much because it seemed like a much bigger reel in the hand

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

Another great video. We just need a double digit on the rat 🐀. I keep looking at getting into heavy swimbaits and trying to find the smallest, lightest reel I can get away with. Not really anything under 9oz that I can find. I was thinking maybe a concept Z cause it has a lil deeper spool than most that size, but with 25lb line it would probably only hold 60-75yds.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks bro!! Speaking of double digits, found out my scale is 4oz light... so she was 10 when she came out of the water lol. Now, from experience I’ll tell you, don’t get a regular reel for throwing big baits like that. You don’t want your line to bite into the spool and then cast the lure off lol. Like I did once

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

Damn scales. Time to get one of those MLF scales. And yeah that’s what I was afraid of on a regular reel. Lew’s has some HD reels in the 8oz area that I might look into. Still not sure how much swimbait fishing I can do from the bank. Other then getting snagged lol.

[@rottenrottie1515]

Please get correct information before reviews.The komodo ss body is not steel The body is aluminum and the internal gearing are stainless steel....

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Rotten rottie good thing you came in to correct me! 🤙🏻

[@Joelfrickinjohnson]

Hey big boy good video lol

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Thanks boooo lol

[@Joelfrickinjohnson]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler never met you yet but why are we such great friends already 😂

[@bigchapo5394]

What do you prefer the okuma Komodo or daiwa Lexa?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Great question! Komodo is a bombing machine. I mean, it will SLANG. But the Lexa is more comfortable for long use, in my opinion. Smaller profile and lighter. And to be clear, I have the Lexa WN not the HD

[@bigchapo5394]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler is it the new wn or the old black and blue Handel win?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@bigchapo5394 new one brother!

[@bigchapo5394]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler how is that going can't choose between the HD and wn

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@bigchapo5394 so my buddy has the HD and they’re both crazy smooth. He’s got the power handle, which I like those for slow creeping. But I got the high gear in the WN. I currently have 65lb braid in there for my big topwater or crank downs and it’s badass

[@gugmanggiahak5311]

can i sue that as my overhead jigging reel?

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

I wouldn’t see why not 👊🏻

[@michaelchapman1258]

Ayeeee, that okuma is a aluminum body. Not steel. The main gear is steel.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

🤙🏻 good call!

[@michaelchapman1258]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler I got the same reel for salmon and striper. I wanted a clicker, you can easily take the plastic gear off the inside of the reel. It won’t engage the clicker anymore, no more problems. Save the plastic gear in case u want to change it back.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@michaelchapman1258 fuggin lifesaver dude! I appreciate it very much! That reel has brought in many a bass for me now! It was my go to for glides over the summer and fall. Gonna be throwing the rig on it this winter 👊🏻

[@michaelchapman1258]

@@OklahomasWorstAngler hell yeah bro good luck. The 300 tatula might suit swimbaits way better. Casts a mile and way more refined. Similar smoothness to the tranx. Highly recommend.

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

@@michaelchapman1258 yeah I’ve thrown it and it’s on the list! I’ve got the 200 for smaller swims. Along with the Curado 301. That Komodo was my first big reel and it’s caught my biggest fish this year lol. Too sentimental/superstitious to not throw it first 😅

[@godlovesguy5687]

Maybe put a small peice of tape over that bait clicker...

[@OklahomasWorstAngler]

Now THAT, is a solid idea! Thanks dude!