2025 Shimano DC REEL BUYERS GUIDE!!!

[@THEREELTEST]

my extensive SHIMANO DC PLAYLIST can be seen here kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIewgHqDoZJ2f9E

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Best dc reels and BEST reel channel by FAR!! Looking forward to more videos this year. GRET video,brother!!

[@ericrobinson9340]

I do understand that looks don't really matter to most, but that JDM SLX DC is a thing of beauty. That and the Metanium DC are very spicy in the looks department.

[@THEREELTEST]

the previous JDM SLX DC was nice looking as well. Much more refined looking than the north American reel

[@saraieatsstirfry5537]

The 21 Antares DC literally cast 1/2oz-1oz baits longer than any other baitcaster I have. As of right now, the new Metanium DC is my favorite reel.

[@Exrcx]

Perfect some that has tested both I got a question for you I got the metanium dc 2024 but I wanna know if the Antares dc 2021 is better casting/distance wise for lures under 1oz I don’t really use 1oz lures but that’s the max my rod can handle but anyways the only reason I’m considering swapping the metanium dc for the Antares dc is cause the Antares had a little bit more line capacity. But if the metanium dc is better for casting/distance I’ll just keep it.

[@saraieatsstirfry5537]

@New 24 Metanium DC doesn’t cast farther than the 21 Antares DC when it comes down to 1/2-1oz but it will handle lighter lures way better including weightless flukes for example. If it makes you feel better, it cast way farther than the old 15 Metanium DC. If you don’t mind a big 150 size reel, then get it. 21 Antares is not the most comfortable reel to palm since it is pretty big and heavy. I fish a lot of jerkbaits on my 24 Metanium DC and I rather keep it that way since it’s the lightest DC reel currently.

[@saraieatsstirfry5537]

@ You should try out either the Curado M Scoprion MD 200, Metanium MGL 150, Curado MGL 150 if you want to take advantage of distance while being able to handle small and large lures. They don’t cost as much as a Antares DC. If you want to go Daiwa route, you should also try the new Daiwa Tatula SV 100 Boost or the Zillion. They will cast just as far as the 24 Metanium DC and cast even lighter lures without a problem.

[@abelabner]

Thanks for sharing the various differences in the braking systems, a good service to all anglers!

[@waynelagarde7956]

I have 4 of them JDM SLX DC XT, and the casting distance with 30lb power pro maxquatro is absolutely insane.

[@THEREELTEST]

as soon as it warms up im going to test the XT with thin braid to see what it can do

[@davidblevins1027]

I have a few of these reels and really like the Antares. I put a drag clicker in it. It casts a 1/16 with no issues and I cast up to 2oz. I was thinking about getting the slx dc xt, but got the silverfeather miiec reel instead and really like it. I'll probably hold off on any other shimano dc reels and wait to see what they come out with this year.

[@AlexRamirez-vz1vj]

Shimano fanboys unite!

[@thatonebeone]

YO MAMA

[@davidrussell9290]

All the greats get hate.

[@livinglife3230]

@@thatonebeone😂😂😂

[@crosscountrybankangler]

I recently ordered the DC XT based on your reviews. I was able to pick it up at Japan Lure Shop for $180 including shipping, gotta love the exchange rate. I think the jdm SLX DC was cheaper there too, like $140 or so.

[@THEREELTEST]

if that included shipping, thats an absolute steal!

[@Voxguitarsrock]

Patiently waiting for the Daiwa comparisons,,,😂😉

[@THEREELTEST]

they arent as good... theres your comparison 🤣

[@nelhead4807]

I got the curado dc and I absolutely love that reel but I really like that all black JDM slx dc. That thing look amazing.

[@livinglife3230]

The ‘24 Metanium DC is my 2nd fav reel behind the ‘24 Steez sv tw

[@saraieatsstirfry5537]

Have you heard of the Trinidad DC? It’s a big conventional reel made for surf fishing and surface irons. They’re highly collectible now just like the cardiff dc.

[@vieterisikaFI]

One day I’ll get either Trinidad DC or preferably Kaikon DC, which is the upgraded sort of JDM version of it. The prices are just ridiculous and the overall condition of those reels are just very low usual when you see one. I’ve found two mint condition Kaikon DC for sale and they sold for like $1500+…

[@THEREELTEST]

yes I remember that reel from 20 years ago lol

[@theoohler4749]

I have several DCs and have been using DC reels for several years now. I truly enjoy the Calcutta Conquest DC, by far my favorite reel to use fishing and it isn't even close.

[@Cru_Jones33]

Have you compared it to the bfs version. If so how does it do w light lures, and are the spools inter changeable?

[@THEREELTEST]

I think they should have put 4X8 DC into the Conquest

[@THEREELTEST]

@@Cru_Jones33 different brake systems and different spool sizes

[@Fshnfool]

Do you think the Bantam will ever become a DC?

[@THEREELTEST]

with Shimano you never know these days

[@ReelKingsNQueens1]

Lol I'm a Shimano stan this looks like my reel arsenol video.The Conquest 200 is my favorite reel. It outcasts even my Excense 22 DC. I still haven't even bothered to spool my Metanium dc 70 A. Hopefully there is a 2025 Aldeberran dc or a new Scorpion Dc coming or a new Conquest 300 dc

[@ReelKingsNQueens1]

My excense actually holds less line than my Antarres DC MD Xg. Its like a perfect blend of the Metaninium and Antarres

[@ReelKingsNQueens1]

Shimano North America posted a blacked out pic on IG of a new reel being unveiled on 1/10/25

[@THEREELTEST]

@@ReelKingsNQueens1 yeah the Japanese youtubers have been on it, looks to be a new Antares

[@AidyLee214]

Shimano China TK account just released a video a few hours ago, hinting there will be an all-new lightweight DC reel with a name starting with 'A' (Aldebaran DC?). 😆

[@THEREELTEST]

can you email me a link?

[@CharlesTan28]

Exsence DC has drag clicker Antares DC don't have. Just sharing.

[@vieterisikaFI]

There is a drag clicker set for Antares DC that is phenomenal quality and sounds better than my Exsence DC drag. I was planning on ordering the gears and clicker from Exsence DC to my Antares DC byt was happy I didn’t. The drag clicker also fixes the slight slop you get from Shimanos ar-glutch sleeve design in low drag settings.

[@chiosaephan2898]

Love the exsence dc..use it for

[@DaveAyton8565]

I have 2 DC reels that you recommend the SLX XT XG DC reel and the Scorpion DC 6,2 this is mainly for top floating baits & bottom baits slower retrieve, both in my opinion are excellent DC reels,

[@Rainbro121]

I've got the Antares MD and wouldn't cast anything above 6oz with it personally. Not only because of the added stress on the reel, but also because of the line capacity. 26:53

[@Rainbro121]

64 likes and counting 😅

[@tongdemo9411]

2025 Shimano Ultegra

[@THEREELTEST]

looks like a new Antares as well

[@kevinmarin9737]

Daiwa lo está haciendo mejor.

[@THEREELTEST]

at lesser performance

[@xibfwmz]

Watch daiwa fanboys get butt hurt😂

[@bass-a-roo]

Daiwa IMZ is much better than Antares DC, and Steez is better than any other Shimano reel. Daiwa does baitcasters better, period.

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

You are absolutely correct !!!

[@THEREELTEST]

no it isnt and no it isnt

[@bass-a-roo]

@ yes it is and yes it is

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

The Daiwa IMZ limit breaker crushed the Antares in a head to head battle. Also the new steez is the best bait caster ever made, it’s on a completely different level !!!! The JDM zillion for under 200 dollars is the best bang for your buck on the market, hell it’s better than shimano’s high end reels that are twice the price !!!

[@livinglife3230]

I agree the ‘24 Steez sv tw is in a league of its own, so is that price. I caught sum GIANTS on the ‘24 Metanium DC last year, it’s 2nd to my Steez

[@THEREELTEST]

no it didnt and no it isnt little boy

[@davidrussell9290]

My scorpion DC is very disappointing. It just doesn't cast like it should. I own a curado, slx, metanium, etc and it's my least favorite DC reel.

[@torment6369]

did you get the silver scorpion dc? That one is overbreaked, the 2017 one was a gem and way better in my opinion