Unboxing and Testing the new Shimano SLX MGl 70 (It blew me away!!!)

[@charlesshaffer5782]

great video Chris I just bought myself an Antares a70 and it is an amazing reel I've had about every kind of reel there is out there it's amazing how far this thing will cast a quarter ounce bait and smooth is glass lot of money but worth it!

[@davidwebb1452]

Thanks for sharing. I just got this real and cannot wait to use it. You provided a lot of great insight about the use for the reel which will help me out.

[@Lurtz14301]

Glad to hear it man. Hope it serves you well for many years.

[@willtrax71]

I use a lot of smaller stuff in the River and this size Reel looks like it would be perfect for that an really looks smooth, great review my friend.

[@brandonsmith606]

Thanks for this video I just picked one up for jerkbaits and micro jigs and was having a little trouble with the brakes but you provided me some insight I should mention this my first mgl and adjustable Shimano I have 2 DC's and love them

[@Lurtz14301]

Glad I could help. You’ll really enjoy the reel.

[@wmg102]

That’s amazing! It looks really cool as well. I’ve always wondered if there is any truth to the idea that a higher gear ratio is sometimes better because it is easier to slow down and reel slowly with a high speed reel than it is to try reeling faster with a lower gear ratio. At the same time, I have also read that a lower gear ratio can provide more power for winching fish out from thick cover.

[@Lurtz14301]

Yeah you got it exactly right. I have a 5.5/1 I use for cranking and I love it but it is slow compared to everything else. When in doubt 7/1 gear ratio is the best all around but if you wanna really refine it you can go slower and faster.

[@joshuabousman9729]

Can’t wait to get mine in the mail in the next couple days

[@Lurtz14301]

You will love it.

[@matthewb11]

Hey josh how do u like it currently have the lews Mach smash and was thinking it’s time for an upgrade would u recommend the mgl

[@joshuabousman9729]

The SLX mlg out performs my curado’s hands down. They throw small crank baits and jerkbaits like a dream

[@1hr556]

finally an informative review

[@Lurtz14301]

Thanks a lot

[@1hr556]

@@Lurtz14301 dude of course! i cant wait to get my hands on one

[@Lurtz14301]

@@1hr556 you will love it.

[@wmg102]

Sounds like this would be great to use with a zoom finesse worm or a zoom tiny brush hog and other small/lightweight soft plastics.

[@Lurtz14301]

100%, if would be my top pick for throwing any lighter plastics.

[@ivanradi4275]

Good video, I have 2 slx xt and was looking for a review on the finesse one. It will be nice to see how it behaves with a wacky rig or a weightless senko.

[@Lurtz14301]

You won’t be disappointed.

[@chrispurmort1468]

Literally just bought this reel today. Hopefully I'll try it out this week and see how it stacks up against my Quantum Smoke.

[@Lurtz14301]

If you remember let me know how it goes and how it compares. Always wanted to try a smoke but never got one.

[@joe424]

Thanks I been really interested in this reel

[@DMG18T]

Just curious. After one good cast. Did you notice half your line off the spool? My concern buying it is if I make cast 1, and look at the spool and there’s not enough for another if I have to cut line (worst cases). I’m sure you understand. Please reply with what you think.

[@Lurtz14301]

No if you got a backlash and had to cut it would probably be fine once. As long as you have smaller diameter line. I’d recommend 12 lb test or less mono or fluoro or 40 lb test or less braid.

[@dietmilkk]

You never have to cut line in any situation if you snag, just pull on it and it’ll break at the knot. That way you keep your line and won’t litter

[@kylekeaveney2393]

Thanks for the video man! Just picked up one of these today plan on using it for crank baits and finesse worms. Everything under 1oz think it’ll hold up?

[@Lurtz14301]

Yep I definitely do. I haven’t used it a ton because I have like 10 baitcasters and live in MN where I can’t fish with them half of the year but it impressed the hell out of me when I used it.

[@WhereWeWild]

Sweet man. I’m about grab one of these… How do you like that 8.2 ratio? 🤔

[@Lurtz14301]

I think it’s ideal. My 6.2 curado seems so slow now. If you wanna go slower you can always reel slower.

[@WhereWeWild]

@@Lurtz14301 Interesting. I usually go with the 7 ratios on most of my casters, but they have very low stock in this reel 7.2 hg currently haha so I was considering the other ratios… this reel I want to use mostly for slow finesse presentations and I was worried the 8.2 might be too fast and miss me some bites especially if I’m not consciously trying to be slow 😂 And the 6 I thought might fish nice and slow, but also might miss me some hook sets. Do you have the American version or the JDM?

[@Lurtz14301]

@@WhereWeWild the American. If you’re trying to to finesse 7.2 or whatever might be better especially if you’re more used to that.

[@WhereWeWild]

@@Lurtz14301 Yeah I can’t seem to find a 7.2 currently, and I’m not really sure how much of a difference it would really be from the 8.2 🤷🏻‍♂️😂 But cool yeah the JDM price is way cheaper right now and they have more in stock so I was considering it, not sure if there is any difference between the reels. I’ve never ordered from Japan before haha

[@Lurtz14301]

@@WhereWeWild JDM reels are awesome. I don’t really think you would notice too much of a difference. Just gotta remember to slow down a little bit.

[@donsisco7118]

👍👊 on the video, curious What sling pack are you using on the paddle board. I'm looking for one to keep in my truck. Thanks Again

[@Lurtz14301]

Pelican. I think it’s around 25$ on Amazon. Type in sup shoulder strap and it should pop up.

[@kgasuns]

What is your experience with pikes biting FC off?

[@Lurtz14301]

Under 15 lb test they’ll chew it off like nothing. 15-30 is more resistant than mono or braid but not by a whole lot. 30+ starts to get fairly bite resistant. 60+ is quite resistant but super thick and tough to work with. If you’re in clear water I like using a musky fluoro leader, if stained water I just use a 6 inch titanium leader with 30+ breaking strength.

[@kgasuns]

@@Lurtz14301 I was using 30 lb Daiwa shock leader, that I thought would be more abrasion/bite resistant. Had not heard of musky FC leader before. Might be the ticket.

[@Lurtz14301]

@@kgasuns it’s usually 80 lb test or more but yeah very bite resistant. Only bad thing is it’s thick and you can’t really tie with it so it comes with a swivel which is usually very large to accommodate musky lures.

[@mikek3638]

I picked one up today on sale, so I hope I like mine as much as you liked yours. How is yours holding up now that you're 2-3 years into using it?

[@Lurtz14301]

It’s holding up good. Have landed tons of bass and pike up to like 8 lbs on it. Nothing giant but it performs great all around. It’s winter right now so I haven’t used it in months and still won’t be using it until May.

[@mikek3638]

Nice! I’m in the same position as you in Western PA with waiting until May to fish, but I’m pumped to use it when the weather warms up. Thanks for the video review.

[@Lurtz14301]

@@mikek3638 you bet man. Thanks for the comment and sub. What do you fish for there?

[@mikek3638]

Sure, np! I fish for bass mostly. Largemouth and Smallmouth. I get the occasional pike and I swear at them too lol.

[@Lurtz14301]

@@mikek3638 haha the big ones are fun but little ones are a headache.

[@DMG18T]

Hey man. Big Issue I’m having. I got the MGL spooled with 15 Red Label, and for some reason, I had to put the Brakes on 3 on 1 off, spool tension TIGHT and I’m having over run issues, is it the line? I tried line conditioner but it seems like the line wants to FLY OFF THE SPOOL pretty quick. I’m usually a braid to FC leader guy thought I’d try FC for a shot. Any help appreciated. I tossed some casts outside but usually on regular Shimano reels I set the tension to knock a bit, breaks in the mid and I’m fine...

[@Lurtz14301]

Line shouldn’t matter. That’s a lot though. I usually do 2 brakes on. Try also turning the dial on the left rear of the reel up higher.

[@Lurtz14301]

Wait, that’s the curado that has that setup. Did you adjust the centrifugal brakes?

[@DMG18T]

Chris Fish and Fitness YA. 3 on 1 off. Side SVS is at 6. I thought with the spool tension tight like I got it, I’d get just a 4 yard cast then have to back off. But no. I’m thinking it’s the FC. I live in the north so it’s snow. I casted in the yard and it launches a Senko weightless with 32 turns back on retrieve. I tossed a jerk bait did well. Just it seems like every 6th cast gets messed up. Or the line just wants to circle and circle. I tried a skip cast and the whole spool of line loosened up lol. I saw some articles so I tried water abs line conditioner. Seemed to help a bit.

[@Lurtz14301]

Oh I got ya. Might help also to cast it out and walk all the line out and reel it in with more tension on it so you pack the spool tighter.

[@pimppawfishing]

Thanks for info

[@blackbirdrc8348]

I love my normal SLX. Have it on a st croix bass x rod. Matches pretty good with the blue too if you're looking for a better matching rod with the looks.

[@Lurtz14301]

I have two bass x rods and I would agree. I have a Daiwa coastal 150 and Daiwa coastal 200 on them, both are blue reels and look really good. I have a slx dc on a slx rod too.

[@blackbirdrc8348]

@@Lurtz14301 Oh nice. I’ve really been wondering about a finess casting reel on like a UL or light power rod 🤔 I see kastking came out with a finess reel called the zephyr but I’ve never handled a kastking so I’m not sure on the quality. They’re popular though so I guess they’re doing something right 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Lurtz14301]

I’ve never used a Kastking either. Heard mixed reviews. SLX MGL is an excellent finesse baitcaster. I have mine on a Falcon Bucoo 7’ medium light rod right now. I love using it for small plastics and smaller jerkbaits.

[@seank751]

I was just wondering, is it possible to use a crankbait on this reel?

[@Lurtz14301]

You definitely could but if it’s a bigger deep diver it wouldn’t be ideal.

[@predatoria_aquatica]

New to baitcaster/fishing.. will this be a good all around beginner reel? Looking at this or the Slx xt.. mostly for smallmouth,largemouth,rainbow trout

[@Lurtz14301]

Never used an XT so can’t speak on it but I love the slx mgl.

[@predatoria_aquatica]

@@Lurtz14301 oh ok thank u! I decided to get this mgl for rainbow trouts and small mouths and also got the regular SLX combo for bigger fish and longer casts.

[@Lurtz14301]

@@predatoria_aquatica when in doubt get both haha.

[@dlo3607]

I've got one coming in the mail.. how would you compare it to your regular tatula's and SV's?

[@Lurtz14301]

D Lo as good. Obviously lighter spool so the ideal applications are a little different but it would work for almost anything besides big swimbaits or glidebaits.

[@4492573]

Are you still enjoying the SLX MGL ? Thank you.

[@Lurtz14301]

Yes it’s a great reel.

[@Nell-1114]

Just got one and a new Diawa tatula also

[@Lurtz14301]

Which tatula?

[@Leo-p9j]

im about to get this really is it worth it

[@Lurtz14301]

@@Leo-p9j hard to beat at this price range. Tatula sv and revo stx are also super good and similar price.

[@DavidBronstein1961]

Have you tried the Curado 70 MGL or the Chronarch MGL?

[@Lurtz14301]

I have not. I assume they would be as good or even better.

[@seank751]

Is it possible to cast a rooster tale with that reel?

[@Lurtz14301]

Yeah you definitely could and for a baitcaster it would probably be my top pick for that under 200$ but I would probably still recommend a lighter spinning reel for the best casting distance.

[@alexgordon9428]

What’s it used for

[@Lurtz14301]

You can throw pretty much anything on it but it mainly excels at throwing lighter baits 1/2 oz or under and lighter line, although I’ve heard it works well flipping too.

[@joshjensen8143]

Subbed

[@Lurtz14301]

Thanks man

[@chasedanforth4037]

ha worried about colors!

[@gunn89]

I can't find any Hellbent rods anywhere. Let me know if you're willing to sell yours

[@Lurtz14301]

L Gunn sure

[@gunn89]

@@Lurtz14301 how much

[@Lurtz14301]

20$

[@gunn89]

@@Lurtz14301 awesome. What is the best way to reach you and send payment?

[@Lurtz14301]

L Gunn meeting in person is probably not feasible, you’re not in MN right?

[@Brian-xb6bx]

great video, just too many "ums"

[@Lurtz14301]

Haha sorry man. I don’t plan these out as I go, just wing it. I’ll try to remember that though.

[@HabakkukWade-g9t]

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