Shimano Speedmaster 16-2 speed tackle review | More cost effective than the Talica?

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Tackle review for the new Shimano Speedmaster 16 2 speed reel. This is the new generation Speedmaster which I feel Shimano made as a cost effective Talica. With 42 inches per crank and 40 pounds of drag this reel is a workhorse for it's size. Paired up with a Star Paraflex rod this combo should be a beast hoisting big fish off the bottom, and catching up to fast pelagic's on the surface.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Intro music was removed due to copyright claim.

[@OlympusHeavyCavalry]

Some people still have issues with the Talica reels. One such issue is the absence of the Stainless Steel gears and the of presence Brass gears typically found in lower end reels. Another issue is that people can not justify the asking price of the Talica reels with so little given in features unlike other brands. It is also believed that Shimano has committed highway robbery charging the amount they do for the Talica reels. Cheers for the review, it has helped a lot :-)

[@wadealley74]

Glad someone finally made a video about this reel, love mine!! Wanna see you catch some fish with it! I’ve caught a Spanish Mack and a shark with mine.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

That’s awesome Wade!! I’m glad I did this review because it’s a lot of reel for the price. I still haven’t used it because of rough seas, but can’t wait to get tight on it.

[@truenorthangler]

Great review on that Wayne, looks like a perfect reel for the ocean fisherman. Can’t wait to see some fish caught on it. Looks like you’ve been a good boy this year. Merry Christmas pal.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Definitely can’t wait to catch some fish it. Rough seas right now unfortunately. Merry Christmas!!!

[@haulinashoutdoors2675]

Nice review, looks like a good reel! My friend says you guys are having some real schitt for weather down there. I bet you can't wait to try it out! Tight Lines Wayne, go catch ya some!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Yeah definitely can’t wait to hook in to some Sails with it. The weather has sucked. Get my boat back and it goes to crap. Typical winter months though.

[@trophyshotoutdoors569]

Awesome review video brother! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks Brother

[@ThatShinerGuy]

Looks like a nice reel. Love the disco music during the intro.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks Robert

[@AJOutdoors1]

I'm a Penn guy for the most part, but that is one nice looking reel with great specs. Good review, have a great Holiday!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks John happy holidays

[@RKJFishing]

This one showed up in my feed, unlike your last one. KZbin seems to be working today lol. That reel looks like a beast! Gotta love Shimano

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Can’t go wrong with Shimano. Can’t wait to use it.

[@fredhoedt]

What about a secondary rod clamp?

[@JohnAmes]

Great job buddy on the review 👍👍👍

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks John

[@JohnAmes]

Any time buddy

[@swampstalkeroutdoors]

Looks like you got you’re self a great combo brother. I love Shimano reels, I’ve been fishing with them for years and they have never failed me yet!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Really excited to use this one

[@KimPossibleYingge]

Very informative and detailed explanation 🙏glad I saw your video before purchasing a new one😘😘😘

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you

[@MountainStateAngler]

Nice review bud! That is a helluva reel man! 23 inches per that is a lot man.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks AJ!!

[@kohenshlom]

Very nice Can’t go wrong with Shimano

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

True statement

[@Rattletrapfishing]

awesome review on the reel

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks Rattletrap

[@BIGBOONES]

Sweet real might be over kill for salmon what I’d use it for but need a line counter great review and merry Christmas bro

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Merry Christmas Buddy!!

[@TheOutdoorCatch]

Shimano is a great brand. Good review!!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks brother appreciate it

[@BruddahdTv]

I love Shimano only thing I'm not to interested fishing with a rod and reel I don't have that patience never did since I was a kid, but when it comes to Spearfishing, Crabbing and other Onshore means, Bruddah'd is on it no hesitation😊 That's an amazing reel sounded really smooth and with the pole they are a perfect combo. You and your family have a blessed holiday Christmas🎄🎁 stay safe always🙏🏽 Great review can't wait to see the catch on that rod and reel.. Thanks for sharing Much Mahalo🤙🏽

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you brother!! Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@BruddahdTv]

CPro Fishing Thank you bro🎄🎁🤙🏽

[@johnhollis7290]

Great review !!! Apologies for being so slow to view this video and subscribing to your channel. Tight Lines.......

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks John. Greatly appreciated

[@f.acatfish9077]

Sounds like great Reel 👍

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you

[@davidjurkovic8469]

Since this has braided drag,does it efect anything about drag if you put mono backing?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Not at all

[@FishingWithBottles]

Looks solid man!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks bottles

[@Bigfish1day]

Great review. Wish they had these before I got my 3 Penn Fathoms, would have fit nicely with my Talica II 25

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Dark matter I appreciate the feedback. Check out the comment below yours from John Smith. What do you think?

[@Bigfish1day]

CPro Fishing I think they’re going to be great, no complaints with the Talica 2, not going to be that much difference with 4 bearings vs 6 bearings. They have all metal bodies and frame. They’re cheaper cause they are cast body and frame vs machined for Talica. I don’t see them lasting less than 20 years or longer, as long as you wash them when you’re done and oil the appropriate spots. They will be on point for bottom fishing and trolling action on the big blue. They will be able to handle just about anything you can catch. If I didn’t already have 5 reels I would get a couple of the 20 size ones.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I’m going to be getting two of the 20’s. Tight lines

[@Bigfish1day]

CPro Fishing Let me know how they hold up to a season of fishing, I don’t plan on getting anything else but a 20 would be nice.

[@JTsCrappieCave]

Man that Speedmaster would be perfect for our big Blue Cats, 40 inch's on the retrieve is great. My cheap ass has been buying old Penn 85's off Ebay for our catfishing rigs. (I love the old Penn Reels)

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Old Penn reels are great.

[@donaldmaltby3128]

Thank you for the review. Well done…. Tight lines

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks Donald!!

[@donaldmaltby3128]

@@CProFishingWithWayne , good morning.. I fish in your area ( Palm Beach) and looking for new trolling reels.. What are your thoughts on the talica 20? Also, for heavier trolling in the bahamas , I have one Tyrnos 50 and thinking about another. You like the Tyrnos ? I watch and learn from your videos and I would appreciate your insight.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

The Talica is lighter, more drag, quieter, and smoother. I’ve been putting my Talica 20 in my spread with a deep diving plug and it’s awesome.

[@donaldmaltby3128]

@@CProFishingWithWayne thank u so much . I am on it

[@solidateng1325]

Nice review I own sp 12ii. What scale did you used to check the drag?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you!! You can use any fish weighing scale.

[@ZebraActual]

What knot did you use when connecting the braid to mono when spooling the reel?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Uni to uni

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Soooo, now that you have had it a few months hows it holding up? I’m in the market for a new reel and was comparing this reel to the Avet AvetMXJ6/4RH-SI 2 Speed Right Handed. -Capt Dan

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Haven’t used the Avet but you can’t go wrong with the speed master. It’s light and the strong drag is so damn smooth. It the nicest feeling reel I’ve ever owned and the price point is awesome. I’m planning on getting two more in the new size 20.

[@nancyn3863]

Considering this reel and a torium for speed jigging and catch yellowfin up to $100. This is heavier by 7 ounces. Do you have any recommendations?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I wouldn’t use it for jigging. I don’t know much about high speed jigging but the lighter the better. I believe spinning are more preferred for high speed jigging.

[@fabfishing7422]

Not a bad reel for the price..as long as it will crank in the Blacktips with no problem 😎 Congratulations on getting monetized buddy!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Definitely will!! Thanks for the congrats it’s time to start cranking out the content.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Definitely will!! Thanks for the congrats it’s time to start cranking out the content.

[@fabfishing7422]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Amen to that buddy 👊

[@ap4802]

Take mah money! Gonna grab the 12 and 16 this week.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

You won’t be disappointed

[@aler2965]

hows the casting ability on this? looking to get one for sturgeon, but mainly doing shore fishing

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

It’s really good, but you have to make sure the tension is good especially with braid. You don’t want to backlash braid. It’s very lightweight which is good for casting.

[@aler2965]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Thanks! looking forward to this one

[@stevenmitchespina9660]

Good day sir! im planning to buy the 20 model, i just wanna ask if i can fast/slow jig the speed master 20ii?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I wouldn’t recommend it. Too big and heavy. For fast pitch I recommend spinning reels and for slow pitch a reel made specifically for that. There’s a channel called Johnny Jigs who does nothing but slow pitch and talk about the tackle.

[@stevenmitchespina9660]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Ok sir thank you for the info. I know its big thats why im planning to buy this one for my slow jigging setup (less tiring) .... So the purpose of this reel sir is for trolling only, am I right? sorry for my english thoo..

[@gulp_man1026]

Great video Brother want to upgrade my TLD25'S To these for light to med trolling. Can you do a rod reel arsenal video?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I think they’ll work well. Mono or braid? Line capacity might be low on the mono. I was planning on more tackle reviews soon. I currently troll TLD 25s also but have power handles. Appreciate you watching.

[@gulp_man1026]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Probably Braid with Mono topshot. There two other sizes of the speedmaster coming out at icast this year. I love my Torium 16 PG on my Okuma jigging rod for bottom fishing/jigging, the power handle nis really nice for cranking and the lower gear ratio.

[@essardaudinett6934]

How many yards of 30# backing did you use to compliment the 300 yards of 65# braid?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I used 100 but I ended up re-spooling with 140 yds and then topped it off with 300 yards of 65# spiderwire blue camo.

[@essardaudinett6934]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Thanks. I needed this info.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

No problem. I will be getting the 20 shortly for Grouper and AJs, and doing a review.

[@odonnellsaussiehomestead8257]

Cool rod

[@johnnyhuynh9373]

is this a good reel for slow pitch jigging? if not what is the best shimano reel for slow pitch jigging?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Yes, it can be used for slow jigging paired with a speedmaster jigging rod. The shimano ocea reel is designed specifically for it though

[@christianchavez5308]

I’m interested to know what kind of drag scale your using in your video.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

You can use any scale you would weigh a fish with. It’s more accurate if you have a second person pulling from the rod and not directly to the reel.

[@Bigfish1day]

Berkley makes a nice on with a hold feature. That’s how I set drag on my reels.

[@ucingacia0]

Thats smooth drag

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Definitely

[@constructiondevtcorp.6864]

How's the reel performance so far? Is it heavy or bulky when you slow jigging.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Honestly I love it. Super smooth and definitely not heavy or bulky feeling. I haven’t slow jigged with it though.

[@constructiondevtcorp.6864]

CPro Fishing how much and what braid test you got on yours. Planning to use 80lb braid how much you think you can put on there.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I have mono backing and 300 yards of 65 lb braid.

[@GENODELMAROATL]

Do I push button in to catch big fish or small fish ... ? Please help me out just got 2 of the 20 models

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

You only need to push the button in low gear on large fish. Only when the fish is straight up and down and you’re having trouble gaining.

[@GENODELMAROATL]

CPro Fishing the reel feels smoother in low gear so I thought was the other way around

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Think of a ten speed bike going up a hill. It’s much easier to pedal but you have you’ll have to do a bunch more turns of the pedals to get the same amount of distance

[@peternguyen9602]

How has it lasted for you and do you recommend it

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

It’s still like new and I love it.

[@anthonygregorio2208]

What made you choose the 16 over the 12?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I prefer a wider reel in case you’re in a good fight and not paying attention to the line staying fairly even on the reel. Also the extra capacity.

[@stedyone1090]

Very nice

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you

[@-unactive-7240]

Nice

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks gonna check your vids out tonight.

[@-unactive-7240]

Thanks!!!🤙👍

[@RF3seeker]

Unfortunately just as with Talica, internals are good for a few years of service but the foot mount fails miserably as does the exterior weather proofing seals which causes quick erosion of the low quality bearings. Accurate reels charge a premium but the build is almost heirloom level. If you're a weekend warrior and can service your reels reasonably well the Shimano will do you well for some time, if you're out there 100+ days a year look elsewhere. Reels I have owned in sets of two each Tyrnos 16 - nice, better than new models! Talica 16 - what a let down, last 2 months Fin Nor MA30T - Not bad! Lasted 5 years, Max Drag 👍Bad lock mounts though, attach to foot not body Accurate DPX2-600 - awesome Accurate BV-500 - awesome Accurate DX2-500 - Best reel ever

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Good info. Haven’t had any issues with the reel. Probably used 50 times a year. No way I would ever spend $700 on a reel.

[@RF3seeker]

@@CProFishingWithWayne The reel is a tool for me guiding fishing trips so I have to buy a pretty strong reel. I should be more fair to the Shimano, those 16 size are not meant for multiple 350lb Halibut and 50lb Lingcod, or getting snagged on bottom with 100lb Tuff line. I paid over $1000 CAD for each Dauntless, we sure get the gaff up here when importing.

[@qt5057]

👍

[@dedericklape237]

where did you buy your rod? i have a25 talica that need a rod,

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

What type of fishing do you plan on doing with it?

[@dedericklape237]

@@CProFishingWithWayne west coast fishing yellowtail and tuna

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I bought the rod in this video at bass pro. It would work well for your reel but go heavier. XX or XXX heavy

[@dedericklape237]

@@CProFishingWithWayne thanked you and will check with bass pro to see if they have the rod.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Anytime

[@dannydhays1741]

P.o. box 4721 orange, ca. 92863 , would love to put it on the west coast, , ok maybe just a excuse, to get back out on water to where and how many different species of fish we can catch!!

[@AllenOutdoors868]

I would never need one of these bad boys!! Great info!!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks Allen

[@fastidolsportfishing3728]

Does anyone use the 16’s for striped bass trolling ? Is it overkill ?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Based on my Striper knowledge growing up on Long Island Sound, I don’t see why they would be overkill. I think they would work well.

[@fastidolsportfishing3728]

@@CProFishingWithWayne thank you !

[@johnnycortez46]

Im curious to know if we can surf cast with this reel.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Absolutely. It’s light and casts very well. I would use mono though as casting with braid on conventional reels sucks. If you’re fishing in big surf where it’s gonna get dunked I wouldn’t recommend it.

[@johnnycortez46]

@@CProFishingWithWayne Im thinking of pairing this with a jawbone 10ft. medium heavy rod. probably a 6-8oz surf weight. Target fish= Bull reds. Big blk drum. medium size sharks 🦈. but i want a reel like my avets that can go be thrown from the pier or shore 80+ yards. 60lb hollow core momoii with 40 lb mono topshot.

[@johnnycortez46]

But this reel definitely has the drag power to handle anything down here in South Texas

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

This is a size 16. They now make a 20 and a 25. Sound like it would be a solid combo.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Plenty of drag. Comes off like butter. My newest video I’m hooked up to a a Shark with it. Couldn’t put much pressure though with 30 pound leader.

[@taureanwright31]

This how accurate is the line capacity?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Should be accurate. I put 100 yards of mono backing and 300 yards of 65 pound braid. Had plenty of room left.

[@jeffwien6460]

Do they come left hand?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I don’t think they do.

[@bido8176]

Anyone found a power handle for the Speedmaster 12 or 16 that fits?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Sorry I haven’t, but I feel the handle is sufficient.

[@Rosco456]

U think it would be a good shark reel?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

What kind of Sharks?

[@Rosco456]

@@CProFishingWithWayne thresher, soup fin, leopard, 7 gill.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Yes, but get a larger size. This is a 16 so I would get the 25.

[@craigstephens5494]

How do you cast with this reel

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Casting any conventional reel you put it in free spool, and use your thumb on the spool to prevent back lashing.

[@craigstephens5494]

Ty I am a beginner so I need patience

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

What area do you live and what type of fishing are doing?

[@millieatr]

Do I need another reel ? No ...Do i want this reel ? Yes

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Always room for another 😁

[@millieatr]

@@CProFishingWithWayne I like the way you think

[@erniepradel22]

shimano speed master 16 how much that combo

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

$450

[@brad265]

Where's the follow-up review video?

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

It’s a winner especially for the money.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

It’s a winner especially for the money.

[@erniepradel22]

sir how much that combo sir

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

$450

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

That looks like a really nice reel even with the money saving cut corners. Can you imagine fighting a fish with 40lbs of drag? I wouldn't last 2 minutes like that.😂👍💯

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

I’ve never used more than 30 and that’s on Sharks several hundred pounds. It wears you out fast. When you’re trying to get Grouper away from a wreck you need it.

[@Bigfish1day]

Casual Carolina Fishing Make sure you have really good knots cause when you hit full drag @40 lbs, and you pinned to a rail with a grouper, shit happens, I had my 12VISX locked on about 30 lbs of drag last summer using 80lb braid with 100 lb flouro leader, drag held perfect, knot not so. Wash a good fight for a while.

[@michaelmcbride3510]

What do you mean 65 pounds power pro

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Braid capacity

[@johnsmith-xd9ej]

No Thrust Bearing, Brass Gears....its still Playing Catch Up with the PENN FATHOMS.

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Fair points

[@ErnieHatmaker]

Seven pounds? Wow! No yanking or anything!

[@shawndarling5855]

Why the music?? Great video just take out the music

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Music stays. Appreciate you watching.

[@lonesomeknoteye]

I'm not gonna lie if I payed $250+ I'd be alittle pissed that that lever is plastic😂!! I wanna see that bad boy in action on some snapper and amberjacks dude!

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

It’s still pretty sturdy. Can’t wait to rip some lips with it.

[@iksanbima1781]

Plastic? Serious??

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

The reel is made of high density hagane metal. Just the drag level is a heavy duty plastic which seems very solid.

[@user-vq8xq8kz1c]

欲しい🤩👍✨

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

👍

[@POKOKEMANCINGtulslepp]

new friends from indonesia like+1

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thank you

[@-unactive-7240]

Awesome man! Great editing!🤙👍🤙 Lovely reel! Be sure to check out my latest catch N Cook video!!!🤙👍🤙👍

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks buddy I will check it out

[@shanevl85]

So what he's saying is if U actually fish hard and catch fish and ya gear cops a flogging don't cheap out. It has crucial parts that are plastic ffs. Great reel if U want to only use it a couple of times a year from a boat only. If u fish the rocks or fish every week/day but a talica. Or a tiagra if weight isn't an issue

[@ReelLocos]

Very nice 👌 now go put a hurting on the fish

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Thanks brother. As soon as these seas calm down. You see the Shark video?

[@ReelLocos]

@@CProFishingWithWayne I haven't what's the name of the video I'll go give it a like and watch it

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

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[@ReelLocos]

@@CProFishingWithWayne that was a awesome video 👍 brother do u ever fish for Goliath

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Yes, I plan on doing Goliath videos