Daiwa Fuego CT Baitcaster Review (BARGAIN Under $99)
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- The Daiwa Fuego CT is a solid choice at $99. However, there are a lot of really good reels at $99. I feel that this reel is overlooked and sometimes lost behind the competition. Let’s continue our $99 reel showdown and discuss the second Daiwa baitcaster to make it into the lineup. I’ll discuss the features, show how the reel performed on the water, and discuss the pros and cons of this baitcaster. I think you may be surprised with what this reel has to offer under $100!
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I love my fuego. It works really well against our spotties here in San Diego. I've done that hard t-rig and jig hookset and the drag has never slipped on me. I'd 100% recommend this reel to anyone on a budget or someone just getting into fishing. Love the video bud!
Yes! This is the feedback I was looking for. It has been a solid reel. I agree, easy for a beginner to learn on! Thanks for watching man 👊
Diawa is an outstanding company. As a matter of fact my first spinning reel way back in the cave-man days of the early '60s was a Diawa. This reel looks like a good match for the Tatula rod.
Yessir. They have been around the block a few times. It's a good feeling reel and I'm sure it would go great on a tatula rod. Thanks for watching!
I have 2 of these reels. Fantastic reels for the price (regularly found around $60-$70). No issues with drag at all on either. The only con i have in the year that ive used them is its a little big for a compact reel (as you pointed out). I highly recommend this reel for anyone who is a budget angler.
Love the feedback man. Happy to hear that the drag has been solid. Yea for the price it's a killer option for someone starting out. Thanks for watching!
I messaged you today asking about this reel or another and thought to myself I'm sure debo did a video on it. Great review I'm sold.
I have this in the 8.1:1. I've had some heavy hook sets with some 6th Sense Divine Swim Jigs and it takes the beating quite well. Mine has that same sound when reeling. Haven't really noticed any ill effects from it. I like it a lot, but then again...my other casters are a Black Max 3 and an old tomato red Curado from back when Beavis and Butthead was still on TV.
Hahahah the old tomato, I love it! That's good to hear about the drag. I'll definitely test that but my gut reaction was that it would hold up. Interesting about the sound. Wonder if they are all that way?
What does it sound like when you reel
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My first Bait-casting reel came from Japan. At the time, buying anything made in Japan was consider a substandard product and looked down on by the fairly weathy. It turned out to be a big mistake. My first reel cost less-than three dollars. The line I used was Dacron braided line. Monofilament proved impossible to use on level wind reels. My reel was direct drive and this means the crank rotated when cast and the line control was your thumb and the drag control was; guess your thumb. The best reels use jewels the same as used in watches only larger. Pflueger Supreme made in Ohio was the state of art production reel. Any angler using casting reels had to be a devoted, enthusiastic and a little anal to put it plainly. Debo thank you for spreading the word that you don’t have buy overpriced fishing gear enjoy angling. Thank you for providing honest reviews of fishing products. If you can afford a $100 reel that is great, a used model in good shape is even better.
Absolutely man. I learned on inexpensive gear and it is all that you need to go out and enjoy the fishing experience. There are certain upgrades and features that come with some of the gear that steps up in price. Go up too much and you're not getting much for the extra cost. I have a couple $200 reels that buddies were nice enough to donate to the channel. They are great in fun to test but by no means does an everyday angler need those to go out and have fun. Appreciate you watching and leaving feedback sir!
I just bought this reel off Amazon for $89 and I'm planning on using it tomorrow. I'm pretty excited. The last Daiwa BC reel I owned I got for Christmas in 1983 and I just retired it a few years ago. I had to replace the worm gear pawl a couple times but they sent the parts free. I know that kind of quality should make me come back, but most of their reels are over-the-top expensive.
Hey, how has the reel been for you? Is it worth it?
@@no_rules_today6131 it works great. I really shouldn’t complain but there is one thing wrong with it. It’s noisy. I’ve taken it apart and lubed it. Still noisy. Sounds like high grit sandpaper rubbing. But it works great for the money.
Picked up one from Amazon for $63. Set up with 50lb braid and a tight drag for frog fishing. Good reel for the money.
Nice! I would rock the 8.1 for frogging! Thanks for watching man. Agreed, solid reel 👊
Hook sets on this reel Is amazing I'm a socal guy and I've caught yellowtail on it! It's a beast!!!
Nice! I'm glad to hear that feedback. Thanks for watching man 👊
I just picked one of these up for $50. I'm pairing it up with a quantum smoke med power fast action rod that I got for $75 on the same day(going out of business sale). I'm truly impressed with the fugeo. I honestly like it better than my revo x's and my lews lfs. It doesn't cast as far as my tatula type-r but that's ok. I'll be picking up more of these when I can find em on sale.
Also, you have one if the best channels on UA-cam. Loaded with great content and information. Keep up the phenomenal work Debo!
Appreciate the kind words man. I agree, it's a great reel and you can often find it on good sales!
I disagree. I like how secure the side-plate is on the Feugo CT. I don't want to accidentally release the side plate when fighting a big fish like in those other reels.
I agree with you. Plus there are no centrifugal brakes to access. So you only need to take it off for cleaning.
I wish there were still under $99
I’m pretty sure they raised the price to compete with the shimano SLX line which has also gone up. Their price models chase each other
Just got myself this reel the other day. Took it out yesterday for the first time. I absolutely love this reel. Casting distance was great and everything feels so smooth. I agree that the removal of the side plate is not my favorite.
Fuego CT the ultimate in budget dark alley protection. For premium protection the shimano Antares or Daiwa pluton are available :)
Hahaha those are for when you're in the fancy parts of town. Thanks so much for watching man 👊 Really thinking about that tranx that you showed for a muskie reel. Thanks for that in depth review.
Picked up a Fuego CT100HL left hand crank at a close out sale for considerably less than $99.95, loaded it with 8# line, mounted it on a seven foot ML Ugly Stik and went to play with the fishes... Nice little reel, silky smooth, feels and sounds solid, would have been just as happy if had paid full price. Ya, would recommend this reel to a friend.
Yep, I agree. I think this is arguably the best valued baitcaster out there. Thanks for watching man!
I bought mine last year at a local hunting and fishing store in Missouri. It came as a package deal with 2 Ever Green top waters and a spool of J-Braid line. 99 bucks. Its my first bait caster . I picked up fishing with it really well and have had no problems. My spinning rods didn't see much action after I got it. Nice review. I love mine.
Heck yea, good baitcaster to start on! Haha yea, my spinning rods have been ignored a lot too. Thanks for watching man.
Just bought one the other day, was it denny Dennis?
Picked up one of these and an AG Vengeance Heavy rod for frogging for around 100$. It will be a huge upgrade for my topwater rig. I've been intrigued with Daiwa reels and decided to venture out of my usual Shimano SLX and Abu Garcia reels. Love the channel, new sub here!
Nice man, good luck with those. Thanks for checking my channel out. Always appreciate seeing new names 👊👊👊
I like the daiwa fuego more than the shimano slx. It may not cast further, but it casts good still. I would recommend the fuego for a beginner as it’s so easy to dial in. The cheapness is a big plus too. The fuego can cast lures in a bigger range of different weights too (it can handle a bigger bait while the shimano slx can’t).
They have both been very good reels. On casts farther but one costs less. I feel that the magnetic brakes are easier for a beginner to use as well. Thanks for watching man!
I use this combo for frogging it’s fire doesn’t slip at all
Found these reels for $44 a piece and grabbed 4. Couldn’t be more excited after watching this review
I bought a left hand version of this in October for $63 with free shipping. Its an awesome reel for the price!
Yea man I agree. A heck of a deal at $60! Thanks for watching brother 👊
I had the same metallic sound on mine However, after I cleaned it and used my own reel oil and lube (reel butter) the reel was near silent and performance was definitely improved.
Ahhhhhh! I think we are on to something. Someone else commented that they come pretty dry. I'll definitely clean and grease it soon. Thanks for the feedback man!
I’ve been loving your $99 reel reviews. I’ve got a couple of Revos but that SLX is slick as hell. I believe she’ll be my next. Weathers going to break here in NC this weekend and I can’t stay in any longer. Hope y’all stayed warm this week. Tight lines.
Thanks man, I'm glad folks are enjoying this series. The SLX has been a good reel. It was colder than heck here. Heatwave of 20 tomorrow. I'll take it lol.
Sorry! I still do not completely understand this "bearings" lingo. Could you do a video (if you have not already), on what the different number of bearings do and how they affect performance. I think I worded that properly. Thanks!
Oh, I could definitely do something like that! Thanks for watching and leaving the recommendation!
Thank you, thank you. I for one, would greatly appreciate knowing what all those numbers and bearings mean and, how to use them for choosing the correct reel for what kind of use a person intends on using that reel for. Thank you!
Im considering a Fuego CT for my frog setup I'm putting together. I was so glad to see you reviewed it! Its between it, SS LFS, SLX, and Revo X.
I haven't looked at daiwa fishing reels in years. Definitely my price range. Thanks for the review
Yea, I hadn't use any of the newer stuff until last year. I've definitely been happy with it thus far. Thanks for watching man 👊
Excellent review and content, as always! Don't freeze to death Debo! ❄❄❄
Thank you very much my friend! Yea it has been cold as heck here!
I have one. I picked it up for use on my kayak. I am new to the whole kayaking thing so, I don't want to lose one of my super nice rigs like my Scorpion DC or Curado K in the event I flip into the drink.
So far I like it. Like you said, very smooth and sturdy in the hand. Should hold up nice. Just need to get some fish on it now. Waiting for the weather to warm up.
I hear ya man, this winter stuff puts a damper on fishing. I'm excited to test this reel out more. Thanks for watching!
I use my fuego for saltwater and freshwater fishing and I have caught many giant fish and the drag is just fine after about a year of hard fishing. I can fish it with a constant 7-10 pounds of drag and I don’t worry at all about the reel breaking even when a fish is ripping drag!
Nice! That's really good to hear. I'm happy with that reel!
The one thing I've noticed with the Magforce drag system is that you can cast lighter lures a lot farther without risking backlash as much as you would with a different drag system. I was fishing for smallies one day using crankbaits and a buddy mentioned that he was having luck with green roostertail spinners. I only had my Daiwa Tatula CT loaded with 12lb mono/7' MH casting rod with me. Tied on a roostertail and for the first time ever used a "Trout spinner" with a casting outfit instead of spinning. Usually I'd have to reduce the spool tension a lot but set the magnets to the highest setting when casting lures that light. With the Tatula I was able to keep the spool tension the same as it was with the crankbaits (DT-6s and Bomber 4As btw), and only had to increase the magnet drag two clicks. The Fuego should perform just as well as the Tatulas and I'm interested to see how the CR80, at it's $74 price point, performs with lighter lures.
Nice! I haven't tested lighter lures on it yet. I'm definitely excited for open water to test these out more. Thanks for watching man!
The price is because tackle-warehouse is overpricing stuff all the time, most of my reels and rods i get from amazon, and smaller tackle gear from Karl’s the have the best price and discounts
You should do a rod and reel arsenal video
This.
That is something I can look at doing. Thanks for watching man 👊
I would love to c one too
Bought this reel last year and put a full season frogging and couldn’t be happier. Probably wouldn’t have even tried it if not for your reviews.
Awesome review man! I just bought a Daiwa Fuego in the 8.1:1 gear ratio a couple weeks ago, unfortunately I’m froze over here in Massachusetts so I haven’t got to put mine to the test yet, but I’m looking forward to it!
Nice! I wouldn't mind a faster one for froggin. Definitely seems like it could take the abuse. I hear ya man, I'd rather be fishing open water now. Thanks for watching!
I loved the amount of detail that you went to. Thanks so much. Am thinking of buying one myself.
I have a 8-1. good value. you NEED to grease it. comes almost dry. drag is good. I only use Daiwa. Most dependable. IMO.
Ahhh! I wondered that. I haven't had time to pull it apart. I'll do that and see if that makes a difference. I just started using their reels. I definitely see why folks like them. Thanks for watching!
I have three of them two 7.3 and one 8.1 their all good.The 8.1 is my most smooth casting and reeling
Clean level wind with a cloth and wooden dowl,don't use Q tips,don't oil unless needed.I use a little alcohol on my level wind and bearings it evaporates.
Just stopping by to say thanks for stopping by my channel and leaving some feedback. It always means a ton when a fellow successful creator interacts with a noob lol. Keep up the great informitive videos. You've taught your community a ton from your own perspective so I really respect that and hope to travel and meet DeboFishing soon!
I'm just another dude making videos like you brother. Heck yea, I'm definitely down to do some feeshin! Thanks for watching 👊
Yup were all here doing what we love doing the same thing. It's awesome to have a media platform like this to make all this happen. I'm stoked I created a channel!
@@FishingWithFred yea man, no better time than now to start!
Just bought this from Amazon a few months ago for 60 something. Great real no complaints.
Yep, good all around reel. Not amazing at one thing but good at everything.
My favourite reel! And I've had a slx dc and a tatula
Definitely wouldn’t mind picking it up if I come across it on sale. Great video Debo 👊🏻
Heck yea. Thanks for watching man!
A very thorough review, that reel looks like it is very capable, and can handle just about anything in bass fishing, and I'm sure I'll like it better than the Renault Fuego, Haha!
Hahah oh man! There is a reason folks forgot about those "sports cars". For whatever reason I always wanted to sup up a Gremlin. Nobody would suspect that Haha thanks for watching!
I have actually seen a supped up Gremlin, it even had a roll cage installed!
@@134rwa hahaha awesome! Nobody suspects that's going to be a speeder!
QUANTUM Accurist PT is $99.00. Is it the best. I dont know? Does it have a Aluminum frame? I hope it does! No one ever talks about the QUANTUM reels. If you don't try them how do you know. Yes, Its owned by Zebco. Everyone started out with a Zebco. 202,404,808 and the 33 closed face reel. Its a classic and I still have one. I don't tournament fish. I am Joe average fisherman. Just want a quality reel for a good price. I will buy a $99.00 reel and put it on a Ugly Stick. GX2 medium heavy bait caster rod. My choice is the Accurist PT bait caster reel. My Pulse reel for $34.00 works great. Just cleaned and oiled it after my first year of fishing. Caught alot of bass this season. Never failed! So WHAT'S the beef all about! Just Quantum haters. Shawn
Good review and comparison. I’ve got a couple of Tatulas with the same brake adjustment and find that I move it while I’m fishing. It’s pretty annoying to me, but otherwise like the reels.
Interesting, I've never had that issue. But I agree, it's a solid little reel!
I know this is an old video, but I was looking through reviews on Fuego ct a few days ago
and found this.
What surprised me is the breaking system. I have this generic Chinese reel model LPB100 that I got like 8 years ago, I can't remember where. It was one of my first baitcast reels that I got when I started learning how to use baitcasters, and I noticed an unusual breaking system, and it is exactly what the Fuego uses.
I'm guessing that they copied the same design from Tatula, or maybe Fuego, not sure which came first. It even has the weird control knob like the Fuego that protrudes a bit and you have to unscrew which is definitely a pain when you're trying to fix an issue on the water.
However the Chinese reel has the knob more on the top side so it doesn't bother me when I palm it. It's also more plasticity and lightweight and the knob is pretty smooth so it doesn't even feel like it's there.
Anyway I thought it was interesting and now I know other reels have this interesting breaking design.
I got this reel for $60. It’s worth every dollar that’s paid. There’s no slippage on the drag for a year and counting.
That's a steal for this reel. Glad to hear that about the drag!
I was sold on the SLX picked one up on black friday. One heck of a reel. Cant wait for some Hybrid fun this spring on the Ohio River!!!Paired it up with the 7ft5 MH rod!!
Heck yea. I definitely enjoyed using the SLX! Good luck, hope you catch some biggins!
@@DEBOSFishing you better catch some monsters too man!!!
@@Jared_304 I will certainly try man!👊
I have this reel I've had no problems with it very happy with it I like to Daiwa products
Yea, it has been a solid reel. Thanks for watching, John!
Setting up Magforce-Z is a bit different than centrifugal brakes. You want loose spool tension, and higher brakes. Don't use the "let the lure drop and set the spool tension so there's no backlash" method. Set the spool tension where the spool around 1mm side to side play, and set brakes up high, like 16 range. Lighter lures can handle even less spool tension...where the spool is clanking side to side.Then start backing the brakes down to where you don't get fluff at the beginning of your cast. You will need to thumb the spool right before the lure hits the water with this set up though.
That's how I set up all my reels. Tiny bit of side to side and adjust with brakes. I do the same with my centrifugal. I do know some centrifugal reels perform better when the side to side play is all taken out. Just habit for me to set them up all the same. Thanks for watching and leaving that feedback! Did you use a lot of Daiwa reels?
@@DEBOSFishing Try more side to side play (i.e. less spool tension) and higher braking and see if that yields more distance. I primarily use Daiwa Magforce-Z's , but do have 2 Curado K's.
@@HsinJChow will do, I appreciate that. I don't have a ton of experience with Daiwa so that helps, definitely unique brakes. That makes sense why the tatula 100 spool tension is fixed and feels loose to me. Have a good weekend 👊
My favorite reel, I have 5 of them. Only thing I need for largemouth.
It's a great reel! Especially when you get it on sale! You're set 👊👊👊
Ok so I’m half through this video and here are my thoughts to this point.
eBay! eBay! I found my Fuego CT (7.3.1)for $60 and hopped on it fast. I also have the Tatula CT (7.3.1)and found it on Amazon for $111. For the price they are both great reels and the Fuego is the Tatula just without the Twing system. I have both spooled with braid and have the drag set to where the line doesn’t cut into the rest of the line and that has definitely helped with backlashes. I haven’t had a problem with hook setting at all
Nice man. Yep, I definitely cover that info in this video. Thanks for leaving that feedback for folks. Have a good night👊
david wilson I just ordered the fuego ct on amazon 5 minutes ago, on sale for 50 bucks
Love mine got it for under 70$ upgraded the bearings and it's a tank no complaints here would definitely buy another one
Completely agree. Got mine for the same and it has been a fantastic reel!
Which bearings did you get?
Debo, huge Daiwa fan here. I’ve had no problems with drag, and I flip with it here in Florida. Love your videos bro!
Do you think it would be good for frogging because every reel that I put in my cart gets out of stock and I finally have enough money to buy this but I want to make sure I’m getting something good
I haven't used a diawa since the 1980's now I'm focusing on one brand only and I'm cleaning out my reels and rods
Yea, nothing wrong with that man. Take care of your equipment and it will take care of you!
I know this is old. And I'm sure you know by now. Diawa apparently has a tendency or consistency of shipping their reels pretty dry or dead bone dry.
I have my suspicion that is to make you take it apart, learn how it works, maintenance & repair type stuff. Be nice if they'd atleast ship them with the oil and grease in little bag. And tell you it's dry. Still love the real.
I have two 7.3s and one 8.1.The 8.1 is so smooth casting a jig I wished I'd bought two.
Kool review bro, but I'm a Lew's guys. Diawa & Shimano are good brand's but I prefer Lew's.
I'm not mad at that by any means. Lew's makes some amazing reels and the Speed Spool will be up soon! Thanks for watching 👊
Felix Martell never tried lew’s. I’ve tried abu garcia baitcasters though and they were okay. Abu and lew’s low profile baitcasters both comes from Doyo (a korean factory). Their only weakness is their breaking. But definately some good beginner reels!
I recently got the Tatula 100 CT. It's now my favorite reel....
Nice! I wish I had that one to compare. Seems like a good reel.
Oh yeah that is a fine reel I use it only for Texas rig I use a 3/0 EWG and I use the googan bait bandito bug and I got me a 8 pound large mouth and that reel stood its ground, it has an amazing hook set I use that reel more than my Lews Mach crush.
I ordered a Daiwa Fuego CT this evening after watching your video. Thank you. I found a good deal but not as good as the ones you mentioned. I’m looking forward to comparing it to my Lee’s Speed Spool LFS reels that I like. I enjoy having and using different brands for comparison.
My friend has this reel and it was the first baitcaster i casted. Now i have a Metanium lol
Nice! Haha that's a bit of an upgrade. I've never used one of those. Thanks for watching man!
Haven't had any issues with the drag using jigs and big t-rig 7/0 hooks. Got mine for 63 but they are around the 70 mark all the time on amazon. Thinking about buying a few more. Gotta try the slx first thought. Have a good'n brother
Nice! I appreciate that feedback sir. They are a good deal if they hold up. I don't see why it wouldn't though.
AYE DEBO! I know this is an old video brotha but I have a question that you can answer. Looking to get a frogging setup and was gonna put the Daiwa CA80 with a Dobyns 7 foot heavy power colt rod. Do you think a heavy rod would be overkill? Or should I stick with a MH power rod? Was thinking of going with the heavy because all my other casting rods are medium or MH so I don't have a heavy rod in the arsenal.
I got my fuego when it first came out and it makes a lot of noise now. But it still casts and performers great.
Nice, glad to hear that it's holding up. Have you cleaned/greased it?
I don’t see you use the Fuego much anymore, I think the SLX may be a bit smoother.
hi debo, this reel vs the new daiwa ca80 which one is best so far? both reel have aluminium frame. can share your opinion? thanks
I'd still go with the fuego. Mag force brakes and it just feels solid.
I like this reel. It feels real good. Casts great. I haven't caught a fish on it tho. User error lol. Soon as the weather warms up. I can't wait to get out on the water. I'm picking up a SLX this spring too. Would you recommend the SLX? Also, if you don't mind me asking, what happened with KastKing? I noticed a lot of UA-camrs are promoting KK like they used too.
This has been a nice reel. I would definitely recommend the SLX. I had been using it as my cranking reel and was definitely digging it. Still have my KK stuff, just trying other reels too. Thanks for watching man!
Daiwa raised prices..steez A is now 500 and the svtw is 550. My guess is there making space for the new sv tw ct when its released
Ahhh! I'm not well versed in all of their reels. I haven't used any of the high priced stuff. I did get a new tatula 100 for cheap. I have liked them so far, would like to test those other types to see the real difference. Thanks for watching man!
What would you recommend more? Shimano SLX or Daiwa Fuego CT?
Hey Debo, how do you like the Tatula 100? Do you find it to have that same reeling sound that you referred to as "metal" sounding on the Fuego CT?
I haven't got to fish with it yet, just test casts. It feels good but does have a similar metal sound. It may just be standard for how they're built? It feels good and seems to be a good caster.
Hello DEBO, Can I pair this reel with Ugly Stick GX2 6' - medium - rod? Thank you.
If the reel has an adjustment dial for the brake eg 1-10 why do you need to take the sideplate off?
If it has an external adjustment dial, you don't have to most of the time. Some reels have dual brakes. The only way to adjust the internal centrifugal brakes is by opening the sideplate. On the Fuego...no need to open the sideplate up for adjustments.
Very good review! Thanks! 💪🏻🎣
Do your handle on you casting reels still spin freely after couple months of use. My doesn’t.any ideas
My reel has the same sound. Right out of the box
Hey Debo! Awesome video! I would have to say that the screw lock side plate would definitely be a deal breaker. It is pretty inconvenient. With that said it does have an aluminum frame and you dont see that very often around the $100 price point. How important do you think aluminum frames are? I thought you didn't care about the frame material because you said the reel seat on the kastking reels and others was just fine. Thanks man! You are awesome. Love the content.
Yea, I would like to know more about why they use that feature for the sideplate. The reel is solid and would definitely recommend it because you can get it for less than $100. The aluminum frame is important as you step up in price. I have never had a reel foot or frame break. Some people claim that will happen but it hasn't to me. The graphite frame is not as big a deal with normal moving baits that don't require hard hooksets. However, jarring hooksets will definitely put wear and tear on a reel quick. The aluminum frame helps reduce torque and extends the life of the reel. Thanks for watching man!
@@DEBOSFishing What reel are you currently using for your frogging? I was paying on using the Speed Demon but that has a composite frame
@@colton6223 the Lew's Speed Spool has been my frogging reel for the past 3 years, minus most of last year. Brought it back in rotation.
I would defiantly upgrade to the Tatula CT. Definitely worth it! Debo what camera and lens do you use for you videos?
Nice! I wondered how that reel was. I'd definitely like to try more Daiwa reels. I'm using my S8+ in this vid. Thanks for watching man.
Right on! What mic are you using?
@@treshiatt1557 I believe a movo? Nothing expensive, I just got it on Amazon.
Agreed. I love my Tatula CT, now I want the Tatula 100!
I'm considering this for a new frogging/punching reel I'm between this revo x Lew's lfs or Shimano slx I just can't decide they all have good qualities and some eh
Thanks for this video I'm actually in the market for an affordable but legit reel. Like that this one is avaliable in the the 6:3.1 and 7:3.1 since I'm needing one for my crank bait rod.
Which do you like more this fuego or the SLX? Just wondering as the SLX has been in my radar
Hmm, honestly both reels are nice. Magnetic vs centrifugal brakes. One has a lot smaller frame than the other as well. I've been throwing 1/4 oz lipless cranks on the SLX with 10# fluorocarbon and it felt good.
Really good advice thanks 👍
Thanks my man👊
Pisifun, try adding that to your comparison it would knock that upside the face - Thanks
I haven't used any of their reels. Do they make one under $100 with an aluminum frame?
hi friend, which coil to choose?, fuego100 or shimano slх, pliz
What techniques will you be using it for?
My dad and I got ours at an incredibly cheap $65
Where you get it at that price?
i've also heard of people complaining about the brake dial being sharp...they definitely just have soft hands or something lol. i tried holding several diawas in bass pro shops and they felt amazing in hand. brake dials weren't even very noticeable and definitely not sharp.
question for you, debo. have you tried braid to leader going through the line guide on any of the TWS reels? ive heard of it not wanting to come out when you cast....which is ridiculous considering it should be a bigger space for the knot to go through. i run braid to leader on every setup and i usually run 8-10 feet leaders so they always go through my line guide and i have no issues with regular circles on all my shimanos and lews.
it's just disappointing because i love diawas reels. they look good and feel good and i'd love to own a tatula 100 or something.
They may palm it differently or hold it so it hits at just the wrong spot. I haven't had any issues with the brake dial. I did just get the tatula 100 but I have not tested it with a leader. If I have a leader on, I make it so it stops right before the reel on a regular cast. Guess it's just habit from doing it with my spinning reels. Thanks for watching man!
Jon L the leader got stuck in the tws on the okd tws designs. Ask the tackle shop about it!
I love the high end price reels for Daiwa. But I like the under $100 Shimano Casitas reel better than the Fuegos. It cast farther and a bit smooth than the Fuego. Sad that it is discontinued, but Amazon still have them. You should buy and do a comparison with the Casitas before they all gone!
I have had a number of people ask me about that reel. I have never tried one. Thanks for the recommendation, I'll keep my eye out!
DEBO'S Fishing get one! It’s a fantastic reel!
@@Benjamin-S if I can find a good deal I will!
They used to say you could use a quarter to loosen the sideplate?
I use a penny to loosen it.
Debo looking for your opinion this reel or a phantom.
Hey Debo, if u had to choose one reel under 100, which one would u get
I love my fuegos glad I got them both at 99$
Yea, they are solid reels man! Thanks for watching 👊
Add your thumb to all hook sets it will not slip both feugo I have are 7:1.1
That's good to know. I've never held the spool with my thumb. I'll have to test that out!
The reason I thumb my spools is I fish steelhead and salmon with low pros as well and white sturgeon with big casting reels its second nature for me to lock the spool down with my thumb when setting the hook and to slow a fish down especially when they get into hard currents so I ended up carrying over that same hookset for bass fish
@@catchnothingfishing6457 nice! I've never heard of guys doing that for bass fishing.
Hey Debo! Love your videos. Question, have you ever used the kastking speed demon 9.3.1? I just bought it wondering your thoughts on it. Thanks
Thanks for watching. I used them before. The high speed was nice for buzzbaits and making lots of pitches to targets. I have since switched the reel out for an aluminum framed reel for froggin. Have a good weekend!
DEBO'S Fishing thank you. Appreciate the response!
I prefer the tatula ct that's just an opinion, I can cast 7/16 oz jig fairly far with no issues
Yo! Where's that beginners tackle box vid man?? I need it!!
I have not forgotten about that. I've been trying to think of ways to do it that would benefit folks.
I would like to see you match up KastKing Spartacus vs Piscifun Torrent
I may have to do a $50 reel tournament. Thanks for watching man!
Picked the feugo up today on sale it was marked down and on sale on top of that. Walked away with a fuego ct and an slx rod for a whopping $30 flat. Gotta love sales and clearance.
Where did you get it from?
@@2man521 academy
Does the Fuego CT have notches on the ends of the spool?
Nice review bro. Why can't you make a review on drag of different brand casting reel. Abu Garcia gives more drag power and Daiwa little less and Shimano relatively more less drag power. But I m not sure how far it is true. So kindly make one video among these reel with pro max as well their drag power to check.
I think the Okuma ceros is a good competitor in this line up. Msrp is about $100 and be found in the $60-$70 range as well
I haven't seen that one at all. I'll have to check for it. Thanks for watching!
Just got into fishing a year ago and I'm trying to decide on my next reel and rod combo and I'm stuck. I currently only have 1 baitcaster (Lews Mach 2 speed spool combo). I like the $99 price point of the SLX but I've never used any reel with centrifugal brakes. Apparently Bass Pro doesn't carry any Fuego baitcasters (frustraring). So I would be ok with ponying up a few extra bucks for the Tatula CT(to get something with magnetics). Any and all advice welcome. Reason for using bass pro is gift cards.
The CT is a fuego with the T-wing systems. Helps with casting distance and it's a solid reel. Bigger frame than the SLX. I advise holding both to see which is more comfortable!
@@DEBOSFishing that's the problem, there's no place around me to get my hands on a fuego. As far as rod goes, I think I'll be making this combo more of a pitching/ flipping/t-rig setup. In your opinion, which is a better rod to go with (sensitivity, etc.) between the Ark Lancer Pro, Ark Viper, 13 Fishing Fate black, and say a Bass Pro Shop Carbonlite 2.0. They're all relatively close in price and I know you fish some 13 and Ark poles. BTW thanks for responding.
@@chriswindberg5010 I need to throw the Lancer pro more. The vipers were on closeout and I really liked the one I have. I haven't used the carbonlites. Do you run braid on it?
@@DEBOSFishing yeah I have braid on both my combos now. It just seems like I dont feel anything when dragging a t-rig worm with my current baitcast setup. Maybe it's just inexperience.
Fuego CT and Tatula CT are the same exact frame, so if you can hold the tatula ct, you know what the Fuego ct feels like. I just got my tatula ct a few days ago and I like it much more than my Lews Mach Crush. The braking system is extremely nice, and the reel is smoother than my other reels that cost more. I don’t think you can go wrong with the Fuego or the tatula. Aluminum frame, magforce Z brakes, daiwa has a great reputation for a reason.
The standard slx or fuego better?
Hi love you reel reviews 👍
Can you maybe do a review on the kastking crixus dark star reel please
Thanks man, appreciate you watching. I love that Fuego!
The Fuego has the tape rubbing in the bottom, that’s what’s making the sound.
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