Baitcaster Casting Distance BATTLE (Budget vs Expensive)
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2024
- Today we're doing a baitcaster casting battle. I've selected reels ranging in price from $79 up to $240. I'm going to put them head to head to see how these all cast a 3/8 oz lure. I know I was certainly surprised by some of the results. Will you be?
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I spooled it with 8 LB test mono for lighter lures, gave it some practice casts and found that it did cast well ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxSlytCJqozTF7EbdP4LWP-HUXf9WRDJ0e , except that the anti-backlash setting had to be turned up almost all of the way to keep the "overcasts' ' down. I disassembled it, and found that if I potted some "shim washers" behind that anti-backlash magnet assembly, it got the magnets closer to the spool without rubbing, and I could get better control with about a 6 to 7 out out 10-Max setting. I also noticed that the handle shaft had some internal end play, maybe only 2 or 3 thousands of an inch, but it's still noticeable. If the anti-backlash and shaft tolerances were "tightened up" this would be a fantastic value. I've only used it for 4 days of fishing in a month's time, but I plan on keeping it.
Thank you very much for this comparison. I just got a bait caster reel last year and I have been practicing a lot. I know it takes a lot of practice. I only cast 60 to 75 feet. But it takes time. I love this video. You are the only one who did this true test. You are awesome!
The Piscifun Alloy M is the best bang for the buck reel in my opinion. I love your comparison videos keep them coming!
Makes me feel better with my most recent reel purchase.. ordered a Revo SX online for $108 and they sent me a case of 2 rather than just one.. called them up and they said keep it. I was getting a lot of “don’t go for Abu just get a Shimano or Daiwa”
Either way 2 reels for $108, can’t beat that🤷🏽♂️
Cheapest reel I have is a Lews American Camo. It's a great reel and works fine. I just like nice things, so that's really the only reason to bump up in price range. That and durability. A well maintained aluminum reel will last decades. I have a Curado K with a Scorpion MGL spool. Reeling it feels like running your finger across butter. I absolutely love it. But honestly I can do everything with the 50 dollar reel that I do with that, it just feels nicer.
Thing is, use what you like, because it’s Japanese it’s not necessarily better 😪
Where’d you buy your revo sx
@@sickassbeats I agree but Most of the time Japanese is better, in the fishing world anyways, in any other aspect of life AMERICA all the way baby. What is your favorite reel to use? And would you rather spinning or baitcaster?
@@mattolivo I CANT REALLY DISAGREE WITH THAT BCUZ ITS TRUE.. The reel is Japanese either way being an Okuma Helios SX wit a ST. Croix mojo bass. BAITCASTING
I think it was a fair test. Some of the reels were new and some had been used before. Now you have a good baseline but it would be interesting to do it again after another season of use to see how the less expensive reel holds up and performs after a season of use.
Thanks for taking the time to do this type of comparison, it's a lot of fun to watch! I recently bought the Lew's Tournament MP Speed Spool LFS and love it, was surprised at how much easier it is to cast than even my Scorpion DC (and that's saying something), and the distance has been surprising.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love these videos! I’d love to see a more “price point “ test. I’d be curious how a $200 Lews matches up against a $200 Shimano ,Diawa ,or Abu . Great content as always
Great suggestion!
A late reply, but my two cents on a $200 reel. There is no beating a curado 150mgl. I have many nice reels. So big ones to use as a comparison would be my 21 metanium, 21 diawa zillion sv tw, lews custom lite, and slx dc. Heavy lures, the metanium and zillion out casts the 150mgl by a little. Light lures, only the zillion cast very light (1/8oz total weight) as well. Adjustment and ease of casting, only the slx dc is an easier casting reel as adjustments go from lure to lure. The lews feel better for palming, but the 150mgl is still a low profile that's comfortable. Smoothness when reeling, only the zillion and metanium are smoother. It has a very even and smooth drag too. Much better than the lews drag. Very noticeably smoother.
It doesn't do anything better than some other reel, but thats compared to $300 and up reels. The reels in the same price are very good reels bit the curadp 150mgl is an excellent reel, especially for $200
@@rainbosprinkles6548 the Lews Tournament Pro is an awesome reel at that price. Great breaking system , casts light baits a mile and is smooth as silk . Liked it way more than the Curado
@@Oldbasshole the curado 150mgl? Not even the custom Lite throws light baits as well. When I say light I am talking about something that weighs a total of 1/8, plastic hook and all. Like a weightless zoom tiny fluke or fluke jr, zman ez shrimp, a 1/10 Ned rig, or 1/16 buggs. The only lews baitcaster that can throw those well is the Tournament SP. I use these lures with light and UL rods sight casting to reds very often.
@@rainbosprinkles6548 not sure what Curado it was , my buddy wanted me to compare it to the Tournament Pro ( and there was no comparison)
Great test. I agree with the results. My Abu Garcia’s are my farthest casters. Revo X casts just as far as the SX, not as finicky with just mag brakes and $69 less.
Real reel casting!! Good results! Surprising but good. I’ve been considering a Revo, one is now on order!!
Nice job! I think I said it before but I’ll say it again: I’d love to see you out there with at least one other angler, eg, your pops, Dizzle, TJ, etc., taking turns casting each reel and averaging those numbers together to get a larger sample size. It would be awesome too if you do it indoors at a basketball court or something like that.
I have the Revo SX and I love it! I bought a Revo stx today can't wait to set it up. These videos are awesome thanks for the content man.
Interesting results! Great video as always man!
Hadn’t seen this video until just now? Come on UA-cam get on it with the notifications…Can’t have me missing any Debo content!
Didnt suprise me at all 😂 Been fishing Abu for many years and I love them for the casting and reliablity👌 Good job on the vids
I like these casting tests. Very believable and repeatable. I practice casting in my yard and have found my experiments are very similar in results to your tests.
I have been told there are professional bass anglers who can cast a crankbait over 75 yards with regularity. I just can’t believe it.
I have that Shimano SLX XT and love it. It may not cast far but the feel and drag are spot on. I love my Lews as well and does cast better than my Shimano.
Now you’ve got me interested in doing this with my reels. These are fun vids man. Keep up the good work.
You should!
Nice video. I started with baitcasters during the pandemic. All of my reels are under a $100. I have the LFS, 2 Alloy Ms, and a Daiwa CA 80. I like them all, but the CA 80 might be my favorite. I don't see much about it, but it is very smooth and easy to dial in.
I just bought a cr80 and it's amazing. It might become my go-to reel for future purchases.
Love these videos Debo, like to see that new okuma hakai getting tested. It looks a lovely reel, not sure the 100 size would work for inshore fishing which is what I do, personally use curado 201 hg’s. but as I do bank/wade distance is massive for me, so I’d love to find a workhorse saltwater safe baitcaster that can really cover a lot of distance. To be honest I definitely still trying to find the sweet spot on my reels and can always improve my casting techniques. So your videos are very helpful.
Really enjoyed this evaluation, you’ve just solved a problem as to which new reel I need. Since TJ at tackle junkie says it’s always your fault I also subscribed to your channel! Thanks Again!!
This was a fascinating test that required a lot of time and effort from you-and your dad!. Many thanks to both of you. I fish inshore saltwater exclusively and use a round reel. I would LOVE to see you repeat this test with a half-dozen round reels. My very inexpensive Kast King Rover has held up well and performs smoothly, but even with the friction brake backed way of,f its casting distances are disappointing. It would be great to find out what might be achieved with other round reels, like the Daiwa Millionaires, Abu Ambassadeurs, and Shimano Cardiffs and Calcuttas. Best, Chris (in Maine)
Love my Lew's and Abu's. The Revo is a great reel and I'm not surprised at all with the outcome because I've used the hell out of it!
🔥 bassfishing is now probably one of my favourite species too fish I have been learning a couple tricks from your videos!
Love these videos! As a newer guy into bass fishing I dont know to much about bait casters. So videos like this help! just bought the xt a week ago and I'm not really impressed with it.
Welcome aboard!
I have been having a lot of success with the alloy m with swim baits it has awesome drag strength and solid like a rock.
Good job man! I love the content 😀 keep it up
Debo, really cool video, got me off my butt to go outside today and test it myself.
I have 4 Tatula elites, so out of curiosity I took one outside and put a 3/8 ounce on, 50lb Berkeley X9 braid, got 133, 136, 136. I backed off the magnetic brakes to around 4, as I’m more comfortable with that exact setup. The magnetic brakes also have more effect on the end of a cast vs. the spool tension knob which has more effect on the start of the cast. That also might be why I got a tad farther than your tests.
I would have thought Daiwa for sure cause that's one of their big sale points with that type line guide.
Would be interesting to see a series of these vids like $99 or less reels , $100 - $199, and $200/up. Do a list for each price range, then a master list comparing all of them
A few years ago after watching you video on bearings, I had put in Boca bearings in my Lew's bb1 Pro, made a big difference.
Have been running the SLX for a while. This has me thinking of picking up a tatula or revo. Good work as always.
I haven't tested 3 other casters I have, but so far the Black max, has been impressive with casts so far. Set to maybe 7, it launches to the other side of the pond I practice at. I have a Lews speed spool, and the Shimano SLX dc, can't wait to see who's the casting king of my bunch.
I purchased my first Revo probably like 15 years ago...haven't bought a different compact bait caster since. They are super solid, they are cheap, they are easy to service and as you can see they cast a mile. I still have my first Revo, and it still casts like it's new. Revo compact baitcasters, Shimano spinning, and Daiwa Lexa 300's and 400's for the big boys. That's my arsenal.
Awesome vid, i was looking at a couple of these reels last night, the lews, piscifun, and abu, right on time !!! the Abu Garcia Revo SX is $99 on amazon !!!
Great test! Would love to see some Okuma baitcasters tested.
Their Komodo is built tough but its permanently engaged levelwind wrecks casting distance, sadly.
Very good video. I've seen these test on various reels before, so I have a few questions concerning the casting process: #1. what is the load pattern of this rod (stuff or light)? #2 How much line do you have out before your cast? # What is the wind speed and direction during the cast? #4 what is your ABS setting at? I use mainly a Diawa Tatula CT and SV and average at least 130' to 150' a cast on a good day.
i was surprised by the piscifun, but liked the Lew's a lot, especially for the price point. I'd like to see them spooled up with braid and a fluoro leader with the same bait and what the distances are on a low wind day.
Honestly really good reviews, you do it right.
Feeshin friend should be "debo dad" for making this video possible
100%
Great fun to watch. I look at value for money I'm very poor, sadly. That being said, my next reel will be the pacifun alloy m. This test not withstanding I like VERY MUCH features and benefits at its price point. I've paid more (mach crush, mach 2, speed spool lfs.) And been VERY disappointed. Speed spool lfs has been good. As far as the other two, I feel like I got duped. Some combos catch fish and some catch fishermen.
Watch Piscifun and Amazon, they sometimes go on sale. That's when I bought mine last fall. Love that reel, easy to cast without backlashes, smooth drag, and comfortable in the hand. I have it paired with a cheapo Shakespeare Excursion rod from Walmart, which was only $20. It's my favorite cheap combo.
Lews tournament pro speed spool original TP1SHL from 2013, I get 35-50 yards out of it still and haven’t cleaned or lubed it from the day I got it in 2014
I have 3 of the standard Shimano SLX. Two of them are 8 speed and one is a 7 speed. While I really like the feel and smoothness of them, I have noticed that no matter how much time you spend tuning them, they are a little inconsistent on their casting distance. I've always wondered if it was an issue with the factory bearings or what but all 3 do it. Its most noticeable when you're trying to cast into pockets with like heavy reeds around and out of nowhere you're having to lay on the thumb much heavier than the previous cast so you don't overshoot it and get hung. It's annoyed me a lot to where I end up using all of my Lews reels more often than not, even if they don't feel as smooth as the Shimano.
I'm taking the often forgotten Revo SX. My regular Revo bombs lures. They have different lines but I'd say it outcasts my SLX XT and my Tatula CT. My Lews Tournament MP is probably my favorite so far.
Oh dang!!! I definitely think the Abu stuff gets overlooked with all the hype on Shimano and Diawa. I'd love to see comparisons with in each brand. From a budget range to the highest you can get your hands on. Then a final overview of all of the notable results. Love the casting comparisons!!
Nice reel review for all reels. Don’t have one over $140 but I like all of the casting I get. The diawa tatula ct seems to be the best.
Curious do you have any videos that show the different actions of rods and what lures to throw on which, also what reel speed you prefer for different lures?
Good video. Better than the one from last year. The test is fun for me to watch. I have a buddy that is always wanting to match me cast for cast. But we don't use alot of the the same equipment at all. I figured it would be a Lew's to take the title. At the same time, my Abu red max is one of my best distance reels. I end up favoring my Lew's over even my Daiwa. Then the aspect of single brake to a dual brake system,.... I feel there's no comparison. The dual brake is my favorite
Now I own a Lew's Mach Smash spinning combo. I've used it 3 times and I've yet to catch a fish on it. Of course the weather has been a nightmare to try to fish. Now it's going to be really cold before I get a decent chance. I actually can cast a bit farther than my other spinning gear and 2 of them are Daiwa Whisker's 1300!! Thank you Lew's
I run my Slx xt with one centrifugal and 3 on the mag and consistently bomb it out. I’ve measured the casting distance and it has reached almost 50 yards for me before. I feel like it takes a bit to get it dialed in but once u have it it kills.
Love the Nerd vids man! This was awesome, please more comparison vids! Maybe compare reels of same price point or features and maybe rods from same price points? Maybe even how well a reel does when you have less line, ya know after you have to cut some off a few times.
Thanks for the idea!
As a shot put and discus thrower, and fisherman, this was a really cool combination of two of my favorite things.
Abu Garcia has always been the sleeper.Cant go wrong for the price.Great content as always.Greetings from lake ontario.
I'm really shocked that the tatula didn't do better, definitely keep doing these types of videos. Great work Debo!!!!
You and me both! I said at the beginning it would win. Maybe I need to take more time to test and dial it in.
The Alloy M looks like a super solid Reel and the Reel Test Dude had great things to say about it and loved the way you could skip with it, also Aluminum Frame….
My dobyns kaden quickly became my favorite rod! I got the 7’1” fast, heavy. Have it paired with a Lew’s tournament mp at the moment. Great rods! Also have a 7’3” fast, mag-heavy Fury rod paired with a Tatula Elite P/F for frogging. Good stuff!
Great to hear!
I’m a nerd too with this sort of stuff. Thanks I enjoyed it.
Love these "nerdy" videos lol.. I was rooting for the RevoSX!! Absolutely love mine. I also have a Revo4 ($99 reel I think) and I seem to get better distance with that reel. With that being said... maybe do a reel test from same brand🤔
Right on! I can do same brand different price points!
I have that Piscifun reel and it's not bad for a budget reel. Have my eyes on a Diawa reel and this help choosing one.
Revo sx is my winner. I have two and love them. Yes. Tailgate field test was fun!
Great video have you tested the casting distance on the Daiwa tatula ct? I was wondering how it compared to the elite
I had a revo sx that I loved and unfortunately it got donated to the bottom of the lake along with my vendetta rod lol loved this video it's interesting to see how the different reels perform
Enjoying the reel test videos
I was disappointed in the SLX because I love those reels. But my best casts so for have come from the Concept Z and my longest actually from the Origin C (I don’t know what I did different, it just shot out there like a bullet, but it always casts well though).I have some newer reels I haven’t gotten to use much (health issues this year) so I expect this to change.
Great comparison! Keep up the good work!
Thanks! 👍
I truly enjoy the Reel-to-Reel testing, it helps Ignorant Old Guys like me in getting the best Baitcasting Reel for the Bread. I was thinking the Daiwa would have been at the Top but I like the adjustment on the Bruin but it’s way outta my Wheelhouse.
I got a revo sx bc of this video. Thank you so much
Great info, Debo. Pleasantly surprised the Piscifun Alloy X did so well. What was Stubby Dog's 5-cast average?
Awesome video, glad I got the speed spool lfs
Keep doing those tests and thank you for your time
I think there’s a wind advisory in effect-Deadpool 🤣
dammit Debo, just when i thought i knew what reels i wanted, you had to do this video and throw a wrench in it all! lol. great vid as always and definitely some surprising results
I have a mix of Shimano, Daiwa and Piscifun reels and I while I haven't taken a tape measure to a cast it feels noticeable that the Shimano's don't cast as far as the others. That said, I have mostly Shimanos and I really like the way they feel to fish and they have good smooth feeling drag which while not normally important can sometimes be a factor. I was skeptical about the T wing thing on the Daiwa but it casts great even compared to my DC reels from Shimano. I think my next reel will either be a budget or high end reel from Daiwa just not sure which yet lol
Just bought my 1st Lews, that exact reel havent had a chance to use it yet glad it stacks up well and it's on sale at a bunch of places for 75 bucks👍
I'm curious as to how the brakes were setup on the SLX XT. Do you remember if you had 1 internal brake on or 2. Also what was the external brake set to. I've seen videos of it casting much farther. Although i own the reel i have not even taken it out yet. Shoot i got like 5 brand new reel and rod combo's i have yet to take out for their first time. I have a bit of a problem spending money on fishing gear lol.
funny enough, today I was throwing the same lure on the slx dc. 😅
I'm really curious to see how the slx dc or curado dc would go up against that revo now 😂😂 I might consider grabbing one
good work anyway👍🏼👍🏼
Idk about distance but I have an older Lews (upgrade from the speed spool from a few years ago), SLX, and SLX XT and the XT just has the smoothest cast. I remember really liking that Lews a few years back but now that it’s almost 10 years old, it’s starting to really show it’s age. Still casts pretty well. The XT casts 1/4oz cranks with ease right out of the box. The SLX was rough but not bad. Curious if they make a newer version of the XT next year following the new A series.
I'm sold on Lews plus I like left hand retrieve. Thanks Debo I enjoyed this.
Glad you enjoyed!
Would the tension that the line is spooled onto the spool make any difference on the next cast? The grass tuggs then the lure pop's up out of the grass then the line gets spooled onto the spool quite a few wraps without any tension then the lure gets tugged again by the grass🤷 where as the water pulls consistently on your lure the whole time and there for the fishing line tension is wrapped on the spool differently. Definitely interesting video.
Great video. I always root for abus. I’ve got a bunch of them. Old round ones to a revo ike. Not a bad one in the bunch. Also have some other brands just don’t use them as much.
I think you’d be very surprised with lews if you bought some of the higher end ones. I have a hypermag and it’s amazing! And I just got a tournament xp. And it’s no slouch either. But I’ve always liked lews, maybe it’s just because it’s what I’m comfortable with 🤷🏻♂️ I think you should do a cast competition within each brand, I think that would be cool too see. Love the content though Debo, good job man!
Haha my favorite reel coming in at 3 I think the Lew’s lfs is such a good reel for the price I try others and always come back to it.
With xt I put two brakes on the inside 3 outside and I open the tension knob where the side to side play is out and man I can bomb it I'm going to try and measure mine and see how close it is to yours
Have to admire the accuracy!
Loved the test! I subscribed to your channel. What rod did you use, and what specs does it have?
Please Be Well, and Stay Strong, Will
Did you use the same weight, type, brand of line on all those reels? Thx.
yep, exact same line on all
Very happy with my Alloy M so far. been using it with 20 lb braid and a lipless, casts a mile with ease and have yet to backlash.
I've also used my Alloy M with 20lb braid, you really have to try hard to backlash. Maybe having 12 magnets is the trick? Smooth drag too, really a pleasure to fish with.
What braid brand you guys using on it?
Love theses!
Good video good way to compare reels
Winner winner chicken dinner for my guess. I bet you the black max probably would beat them as well. Well good test Debo I enjoyed it 👊
You should review the Lew's Pro SP. Im curious how much it really helps skipping and I also hear it can double as a BFS reel.
I believe your testing is valid for the recorded distances using the same rod for all the reels. However; it shows what the reels do on that powered rod. When you match the rod power closely to the lure weight the distances will increase. Rod power is as important to casting distance as the reel. You might try using different power rods on the top two reels and you will likely see the distances increase or decrease. Just because the rod maker suggests a recommended range of lure and line weight doesn’t always turn out correct. The length of the rod plays an important part in casting distance too.
Great cast camparisons. For me I will stick to Diawa a mnd Shimano. There build quality and finish is unmatched.
? Wonder what the width of each spool is. And maybe how much line they each hold.
Great video! Good results too. If all the reels had the same Ib test line and type it would have been better. Ie. 10lb fluorocarbon on each reel. But hey that’s a lot of spooling fresh line lol. Excellent video my friend.
Love all of your videos. I was wondering what you thought about Kistler reels.
It's good, i've got two and they are hard to backlash. Mabye a tad noisier than others. However, I think my Kistler reels came a tad dry.
No surprise here.. love my revo's!
I would appreciate and be thankful if you would review the 99$ combo's. I got two for Christmas (13 fishing origan fate and favorite army) I would very much like to hear your opinion. 13 fishing is so smooth its almost uncanny. Though it has been the strangest to dial in Favorite army has been the most difficult to dial in.
I have a newer version Diawa Tatula SV TW103 and they have shallower spools but it casts like a beast effortlessly!
Love my lews LFS. Do you hace a shimano DC i would like to see how much farther you can cast that than me..lol thank Debo and God Bless
interesting review and well done as the conditions were as controlled as possible....lots of variables with wind and all....but any of the top 3 are purchasable. would like to see same vid comparing the dc reels and how they compare to the revo here
Yeah, you can't control everything but I tried. Not 100% scientific but neither am I LOL
Did you ever tinker more with that Elite? When dialed in do you think they really cast farther on average?
I recently bought a daiwa tatula 100. Thing cast so good I bought another. They look sick too. I’m a shimano guy but got the reels on discount. I hate to say they cast better than shimano reels in their price point.
I have a few of the reels you tested (SLX XT, Lews, Revo SX) and a different Piscifun. They're all good for different things, but the Revo is the toughest of the bunch.
It's a super solid reel. I'm kind of feeling silly for not using it more...