The REEL EVERYBODY HAS BEEN WAITING FOR... is HERE!!! Shimano SLX DC XT

Does the much anticipated Shimano SLX DC XT meet the hype? Lets take a look.
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[@doublec1758]

As a budget, but completely obsessed, bass angler, I truly appreciate your dedication to making sure your viewers know exactly what we are spending our money on. Your breakdowns are, in my opinion, the most helpful by far in educating me on how I can get the best quality for the buck on all my reels. You are greatly appreciated, keep it up and I’ll keep watching👊🏻

[@ONLY_FXRS]

I just ordered the 22 Slx dc xt from Japan lure yesterday. Thank you so much for the reviews

[@The_Bass_Stunters]

I absolutely can’t wait for the “revamp” of the shimano Metanium DC!

[@crxkingsir]

Me too. That would b my next reel. I have the current one

[@MonkeyD.Mitchell]

Awesome review! been waiting for this one.

[@The-Fin-Factor]

Can’t wait for this one!

[@jeohvanydelgado7125]

You hands down do the best reel reviews spec per spec in all KZbin 🙏

[@willtrax71]

Wow what a nice looking Reel. I have a second hand Shimano Caius the new model I got from eBay for 33 bucks and it feels like a 100 dollar Reel and the Knobs are by far my favorite aspect of the Reel. I’m in Caius territory and can’t imagine using something that nice but I bet it’s one of the best you can get. Cool Video my Friend

[@dougilnicki6075]

Thanks for the review/ really explained the differences

[@Tmmytomato]

I have the Curado DCs and SLX DCs and am a huge fan of the entire line of Shimano reels of which I have over two dozen from Citicard up through Metaniums and Aldebarons. Quality gear that holds up over the years.

[@braaap690]

Nice review! Thanks!

[@rvfishingyet]

Solid work as usual !

[@cheezyridr]

these days, casting reels are like smartphones. alot of folks buying new reels every year are chasing incremental improvements. my bfs reel is a jdm daiwa sv lite ltd. certainly not new by any measure. but it still works great, and does every thing i need it to do, so i won't be replacing it any time soon. i bought it on this channel's recommendation, and i have never been disappointed. my bass reel is a curado dc 150 hg. also not even close to new. still does everything it's supposed to do. it is ready for some service though. it's got some serious mileage on it. it's a great reel, but i don't really think i get alot of use out of the dc feature. i think it would have been just as good without it. however, i'm old school, and learned to use my thumb properly many decades ago.

[@THEREELTEST]

thats how the "western economy" works.

[@awesomeness-lh1gg]

I too bought the 17 scorpion based on your videos. Best reel I’ve ever had

[@oslo7457]

yes very nice reel, much better than curado dc . like it too very much.

[@THEREELTEST]

glad you are enjoying it brother!

[@tims_always_fishing7117]

I just ordered the scorpion mgl 151hg, gonna toss it on 1 of my 22 zodias or the 6th esp rod.

[@jdnlaw1974]

I’m an agnostic, former Christian, and am no fool, just reasonable and honest. An honest man, upon learning he’s wrong, will either cease being wrong, or cease being honest. But I do love your KZbin channel.

[@HalefuryxXx]

I'm sticking with my Curado DC and HGK series. They cast like a champ without fell.

[@THEREELTEST]

If it aint broke dont fix it lol

[@srao1738]

Great reviews mate 🤌🏽

[@jorgesanjines2302]

You the best thanks

[@billyblue5266]

Sold out so fast I didn't even get a chance to order when japanlureshop posted it was in stock. Lol

[@THEREELTEST]

Hey brother! I would email them and have the reserve one for you in the next batch. They are always really good at keeping up with email reservations

[@Embrxceyourdemons]

Update? How long does JPS normally take to ship to USA?

[@manifestgtr]

Whoa! Very curado 70 lookin…which is good, the curado 70/engetsu is the most comfortable baitcaster I’ve ever held in hand. It’s not my favorite…that still goes to the aldebaran 30/50 but if this reel is indeed a curado 70 type frame and they’ve updated the brakes (I could never find a comfortable medium with mine…too unpredictable), I might have to give this thing another shot.

[@vincei4354]

Does this have the drag clicker sound (when fighting a fish)? Does the 17 or recent scorpion DC have the sound?

[@hanifbaba1384]

Sir, i love the way you review. Please keep review for the future. Btw, i have scorpian dc 21 and excsence ss 20. Its worth to buy another slx dc xt? 😁😁😁

[@djay9303]

Very informative thanks . I reel with left hand , would that be a 71 XG . Just need to be sure tx .

[@mynameisnotcory]

If i could stop buying scorpion dc’s from 2017…i would…your move shimmy!

[@910Volcomsnow]

Got my new Shimano Miravel 2500 last week and I also noticed there wasn’t any oil in the box…. Not that I need but all of my previous Shimano reels came with it.

[@THEREELTEST]

I go over the important things

[@robb158]

Can you please do a cast battle between the old scorpion dc vs the slx dc xt?

[@THEREELTEST]

I got something special lined up for you guys but its going to be a couple of months

[@adwhite804]

Glad you were given the gift of seeing brother. I also beleive I lost site of things between my late 20's thru my 30's. Caught up in the hustle & bustle. Thanks for the video...great information

[@THEREELTEST]

I was deceived well into my 40's and sadly many people will pass on deceived. Thank YHWH he woke you up early!

[@adwhite804]

@@THEREELTEST agreed brother , agreed

[@scottnicholson408]

I just ordered this reel Wed Slx dc xt 70hg

[@timadams6269]

I need that

[@davidrussell9290]

Cool channel!

[@thatonebeone]

I wonder if they will make a bfs conquest dc 🤔

[@michaelmcgee5454]

What is a good power and taper for a rod to pair well with this reel?

[@inncident2518]

JDM reels have smaller spools and I've heard that can impact your casting distance (Genuine question since I've never owned a jdm reel)

[@SimonC82686]

Man, the jdm versions look so much cleaner than the usdm reel. I have both the previous slx dc versions, had I known the slx dc xt was going to be a thing, I would have spent the extra $50 for the dc xt instead of the usdm dc.

[@leepao6302]

It’s because business monopolize in America, if American bring all these JDM reels into the US nobody would want to buy other brands (like: Lews, Abu, Quantum, 13 fishing and Pflueger) in its price point competition, so to keep it a level plane field they (US) will literally sabotage any JDM reel to lower the price and so other brands can compete with it, because nobody can’t touch Shimano or Daiwa in terms of price + performance, that’s what I know

[@leepao6302]

Plus if they (US Fishing Market) can’t do anything to it they’ll jack up the price so high no one want to buy it too, that’s kinda f**k up coming to thinking about it

[@leepao6302]

@@12345B haha … true, I couldn’t say it better myself lol

[@THEREELTEST]

Thats why I put out the "JDM New Releases" Video every year, to inform you guys as to whats coming out lol. The Japanese usually keep the coolest tackle for their home market and you would be shocked to see whats available there that we dont have here, especially with JDM Abu Garcia

[@thou_shalt_kill1355]

There are no jdm slx. Jdm are only for the expensive one. Slx are are asemble in Vietnam, Malaysia but the parts are from China 🤣

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

I'm looking to buy but don't see that particular model available

[@ReelyCatchy100]

HI mate i got this reel and i was wondering what type of rod i should use for this one they say you can cast light lures so i was thinking to get a ML rod for this reel ?

[@valentinmalinin]

This would probably be the only DC reel I'd buy

[@davidrussell9290]

Why?

[@valentinmalinin]

@@davidrussell9290 I don't really like the looks of higher end models plus they are bulky, Curado DC looks nice, but idc4 is inferior to idc5 and base model SLX DC also doesn't look good to me. So this looks to be perfect plus old Curado frame is pretty comfortable to palm.

[@davidrussell9290]

@@valentinmalinin I see. I have a curado and SLX DC. I haven't found another reel that I prefer over them. I try different brands all of the time. To each his own I suppose. Have a good day, Brother.

[@angeldlamuerte5840]

@@davidrussell9290 hermano Scorpion DC o Slx xt DC ?

[@davidrussell9290]

@@angeldlamuerte5840 scorpion! You can't go wrong with either though.

[@TackleJunky81]

Great video buddy! I picked one up as well...looking forward to slingin it around come Spring. Quick question for you, with my other DC reels I can spin the handle pretty fast and hear that famous DC sound, but can't on this one...any particular reason why? Just want to make sure I don't have an issue with mine without being able to use it for a bit.

[@THEREELTEST]

Whats up brother! No mine does not make the DC noise when just flicking the handle real fast whether the drag star is tightened or not. Enjoy your reel :)

[@TackleJunky81]

@THE REEL TEST 10 4 brother! Sounds like I'm good to go then...appreciate the reply! 👊💪

[@thojyimlaj1788]

I never see you go for the spec of any reels that you reviews. Can you do it sometime?

[@bxcloud104]

Tested mine out yesterday, casts like any DC and throws lighter baits better. Biggest win, finally a more compact DC reel.

[@GRID1Motorsports]

I just got a Bass Rise from Japan and it did not have oil in the box either.

[@darrenlanier8748]

Can you explain Which gear ratio to get in this model and why please?

[@jamesbarron1202]

Have you seen the Bates baitcasters? $300 reels and they look and sound like a fantastic reel. Baits Fishing Co

[@keepitzen]

Soooooooooo………getting the scorpion………gotcha

[@austinmeijer7070]

Awesome video per usual! Was thinking this would be a money jerkbait reel when the news first came out on this what do you think? 110s and 110 Jr's

[@brandomorphin6358]

I currently own the slx mgl 70,use it for my topwater setup,and it is by far the best reel I’ve ever owned. Was just about to order a slx dc,now you’re telling me they’re releasing an slx 70 dc? Now idk what to do 😩

[@dominicpayne4393]

I love your videos and the beginnings always warm my heart as a ex atheist. Thank you

[@ETuss713]

Shimanos dc system is great. It makes casting easier. With that, I don't see it being the future. It may catch on more, but not dominate the market.

[@cjr4497]

The curado I is my favorite Curado. I like it better than the current K series

[@Cichlid_Visuals]

looks like the new hagane frame is loosely based on the curado 150 mgl frame

[@baliton2006]

No way I didn’t think they were gonna release it

[@rodrigo-tomas]

What is the drive gear material of the new SHIMANO SLX DC XT?

[@leuleu1954]

Hi my friend, i have a question, In my country used 17 scorpion dc is 120 dollar and used slx dc xt is 175 dollar you think I should spend more 55 dollar to buy slx or buy scorpion cause it is not much different

[@andrikds4120]

Hello. Very interesting reviews of spools for BFS casting reels. I am interested in buying a spool for Cardiff 50/51DS. Can you sell?

[@muhammadhuzaifah31]

Can curado dc fit with idc-5 dc brake from scorpion dc?

[@treywithani7400]

wonder if their gonna make the next metanium dc with the super small frame of the 2020 version.

[@THEREELTEST]

I hope they use the frame but give it a new standalone DC system

[@gerlor9425]

Its here!

[@gerlor9425]

Came back to watch this after shimano released thier 2024 met DC as I was Trying to verify which dc system was in the xt. Going to go out on a limb to say the SLX DC xt is probably the best bang for buck DC reel.

[@jimmcculloch5825]

How are you turning the crank without the spool turning?

[@fantasticleese]

This can happen when the spool tension is very loose.

[@caseyanderson9169]

Where can I get this reel? I haven’t been able to find it anywhere

[@richardkrieb4146]

hmm. did the lightest dc reel just get dethroned buy its budget sibling? .01 oz lighter 6.88 vs 6.87?

[@chestophercolumbo4561]

Today I was looking at a Curado DC real and the person at the store clearly demonstrated how even with the drag turned on all the way you could still move the spool with your finger - he said that this was a deficiency common to the DC reels that rarely ever gets mentioned in reviews.... can you comment on this?

[@alj6319]

This! I had this issue with my '21 Scorpion. Took it to a reel repair shop and they explained the drag washers were installed incorrectly. I no longer have the issue. Seems like a QC issue, possibly tied to being made in Malaysia?

[@user-nd9vc4si9u]

Can any of these dc models be used for saltwater applications? Wading probably not?

[@amiruleizwanofficial]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@PacSalt_TeachMetoFish]

I watched the video , but might have missed it. Is there a drag clicker? Thanks for all the videos and inside info!!🎃

[@crxkingsir]

No

[@THEREELTEST]

no drag clicker

[@Tallnerdyguy]

I used to want a drag clicker,but realized it was counter intuitive to use. Clicking drag on spinning reel is to let you know to not reel, to avoid line twist

[@provocation18]

Can i use the slx dc xt for powerfishing? Like skipping jigs under docks with 50lbs? Or should i get the heavier scorpion dc 2021?

[@THEREELTEST]

it can do everything the Scoprion DC can do but it just holds less line. the handle on the Scorpion is much beefier though.

[@adwhite804]

I'm lefty so...if I were to get one, I'd be waiting. ( If I can find one that is )

[@THEREELTEST]

The left hands come out in November and from my experience usually at the end of the month.

[@adwhite804]

@@THEREELTEST now I only have to sell a kidney, just in time for the release date... Lol

[@leepao6302]

Where did you get it from, Japan Lure Shop?

[@Plee92]

yep he said that

[@arisu805]

Is it possible to use it for saltwater?

[@patrickboyle6171]

Link to purchase?

[@cincinnatiking8008]

I ordered a Tranx and got no oil. I wonder if they stopped adding it. No big deal to me. I purchased a ton of it from Shimano

[@THEREELTEST]

Thanks for the info. Looking at the Japanese vids looks like they had no oil either.

[@KnightOfZero117]

I'm waiting for the left hand model

[@THEREELTEST]

Id start checking the JDM shop websites in the last week of November, keep in mind, the Japanese anglers usually get 1st dibs at the 1st batches

[@raymondjohnson6496]

The question is is it better then the scorpion DC I am waiting on the 23 new metanium dc

[@THEREELTEST]

Im going to put them up against each other this winter. However, it does palm better than the Scorpion for me

[@michaelorwig5384]

Great review, just ordered one. Appreciate all the work you put in, but to be honest, these JDM models are cutting into my bank account. I'm going to have to keep selling my current reels to keep up. I've been using the Curado DC's (have 4) but this is the ticket to cast my lighter stuff like neds and worms. Keep up the great reviews you do.

[@curvingphoenix]

Do you think we’ll get a new Antares as well as metanium dc with a new spool? I want to buy an Antares but I don’t want a better one to come out right after I buy

[@treehunter1]

The new Exsence DC is basically an Antares. Check it out

[@curvingphoenix]

@@treehunter1 I’ve seen that one, but I can’t find enough videos on it to compare to the Antares

[@treehunter1]

@@curvingphoenix well it came out recently. It’s a blacked out Antares with a large spool, really fast retrieve, and DC brakes that are similar except the exsence’s makes more adjustments which is good when it’s windy. It’s also incredibly smooth.

[@curvingphoenix]

@@treehunter1 I’m mainly wanting a high end (but lightweight) reel to go with my carbon fiber heavy rod, for flipping, jigs, & Texas rigs. I know the metanium is light but it doesn’t have the MGL spool like the Antares & exsence have. I know there’s also the new SLX DC XT but there’s not much info on that one either

[@THEREELTEST]

There was a new Antares DC last year, so it will be awhile before a new one comes out. But Antares are never going to be engineered to be lightweight. I think a new Metanium DC should be coming out in 2023. We will know for sure around the middle of January

[@peterwilly9240]

I want to get a aldebaran 31 for jerkbaits do you think that is too smal of a spool for onetens? I'm putting it on a Orochi XXX (yes a 3 x orochi) oneten stick. It's a 6'5

[@THEREELTEST]

I mean a Metanium will cast a 110 farther but the concern is the line cap of the Aldebaran. You can cast all the line off the 31 if you are using 10lb line and up if you have a good casting lure.

[@peterwilly9240]

@@THEREELTEST the metanium is a much cheaper option too, I think I might get that instead. I was planning on using 8 lb flouro and on jdm tackle heaven it says it holds 90 yards of 8 but I'm finding it hard to believe.

[@Dave30867]

I wish they would make just one model that was accurate and performed without fault . All other fish reel companies also for that matter .

[@needmoreboost6369]

Is that because there’s only one fish to catch?

[@elizabethz569]

Nice reel, but I find the thumb bars on Shimano reels sit a little too high for me--smaller hands and all. Would love if they lowered it a tad. But then again, I’m being nit-picky.

[@THEREELTEST]

I love the high thumb bar and cant go back to low ones very easily lol. They arent cheap but there is a Japanese guy who makes lowered thumb bars for Shimanos machined from aluminum www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product-list?keyword=kakedzuka&Submit=Search

[@elizabethz569]

@@THEREELTEST Thanks!

[@MrCG-mg3uk]

Is it saltwater?

[@Whitehalo117]

I mean it's not like the curado I frame isn't awesome. It's such a comfortable design. Beats the Met DC so yeah I agree there's a new Met DC coming out in 2023

[@andreasjonsson8075]

Spool and spoolshaft should been out of titanium🤩

[@ericdurst9715]

The one thing shamano needs to do with the DC need to be salt water rated instead of fresh water rated. The slx DC for the price is worth the money and I don't regret buying it. I'm impressed with how easy it is to set it up for any type of fishing experience level.

[@OnlyDigs]

The DC XT is listed by Shimano as salt water rated.

[@TheSonoranDesertGrower]

I believe all the slx reels are saltwater rated

[@Foes1969]

What is the performance to dollar value between the SLX DC XT and the Curado 150 DC since they are roughly the same price?

[@alecr422]

How much do they retail for?

[@SimonC82686]

35000 yen, so about $240 before tax and shipping

[@Macs_Ballistic]

Link to Purchase or where?

[@THEREELTEST]

The 1st batches are all gone already, but watch the video i posted the link to in the description box

[@treehunter1]

I wanted this until I got the new exsence instead 😅

[@THEREELTEST]

What that beast like?

[@Tallnerdyguy]

So comparing a sub $160 to a $500 reel...

[@treehunter1]

@@THEREELTEST it’s exactly that, a beast. Would definitely win the next casting Olympics lol

[@longpointfishmaster947]

or for 10 to 20 bucks less. you get new scorpion dc with same drag, same bearing count, same idc5 brakes, and more line capacity, same knobs and doesn't have the ugly screw holes in the side of the frame like the usdm slx dc a lower end reel. even the curado dc doesn't have the ugly holes. to me its like they took new scorpion and put in older frame and made it lighter and a bit smaller. the only reason i would pick this reel is if I wanted to cast smaller baits all the time like 1/4 to 3/16th apparently, and wanted a smaller 1oz lighter reel, i cast 1/4 oz all the time on my scorpions dc and my slx dc usdm reels

[@THEREELTEST]

I much prefer this frame over the current Scorpion/Curado frame

[@iPOCK3TS]

Post where you buy from so I know what place to trust

[@THEREELTEST]

watch the video I linked in the description

[@woodyosborne8778]

@@THEREELTEST i ordered mine slx dc xt from japan tackle at end of october(preorderedsept30, instock oct 30, delivered nov2). great reel. seems to cast a bit further than scorpion dc100HG, may just be wishful thinking.

[@leepao6302]

Still waiting for mine… shiiit…. Lol

[@THEREELTEST]

Yeah the Japanese always get the 1st batches before us foreigners lol

[@Michaelpruis]

And looks like they are sold out already... dang

[@melvin768]

No way id go with a 70

[@JS-oy6nn]

I have 2 curado dc’s and I won’t buy another dc reel. I honestly see no benefit in how I fish or cast just extra weight and more money. Currently I have 2-curado dc, 2- Lews customer lite’s, 1- lews custom pro, 1-Daiwa zillion sv tw g I have no brand loyalty but was incredibly impressed with the zillion

[@jacobperez5977]

U could sell all those expensive reels and get a boat. Then u can use deep cranks 😂

[@THEREELTEST]

I can buy a boat without selling a thing, but it would be a waste of money because of how little I would be able to use it

[@wirinharwirjawan6422]

Ehmmmm

[@gunadoo]

WHAT? dc xt??

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Shimano never gives oil any more. I literally have to call shimano directly and pay for the tubes

[@adwhite804]

Yeah, never heard of a Shimano with no oil.. Cutting coat (*costs)maybe

[@THEREELTEST]

Yeah its kinda shocking to see a new Shimano with no oil

[@oslo7457]

Lol spool lighter than calcutta dc 20

[@BigDirtDawg]

I would have to disagree about the shimano dc reels being by far the most forgiving casting into the wind. The zillion is the most forgiving reel dealing with casting into the wind. Or atleast that i’ve used. And i love shimano as well

[@BigDirtDawg]

@@SimonC82686 $350? 😂, yea right i just picked up the 21 zillion off amazon japan for $200. The jdm version. And had it in my possession in 10 days

[@BigDirtDawg]

@@SimonC82686 you could go on ebay without even looking around and grab them all day for $250 or any of the japan sites he promotes for like $226 right now.

[@SimonC82686]

@@BigDirtDawg I stand corrected

[@BigDirtDawg]

@@SimonC82686 yea it’s an extremely good real for the money. Best out imo at that price point. Then the shimano metanium mgl. It’s a toss up imo but the metanium is like $30 more so that made my decision

[@krisearley4689]

you're wrong go away daiwa fan boy.

[@user-nc3tm9xx7r]

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