Beautiful reel. I still have the first, original Shimano Calcutta reels put out...over 30 years old now. The only thing I've ever replaced was drag washers from loads of big fish ripping line off the spool. These reels, like those before them, are durable and will stand the test of time.
This iteration of the Conquest in the 200/201 size makes an excellent choice for magnum sized crankbaits (2 oz) like the StrikeKing 6,8,10xds as well as those Megabass big m's.
Is this new Calcutta Conquest the same as the 2018 version just in a smaller size. And if not was is the difference between the 300, 400 and the new 100,200
Hello, is the size of the body on the 100 and 200 the same? I want to get one but I can't decide which due to size. I'd rather have the 200 since I fish inshore but I want the 100 size to fish lightgear for trout
These reels are gorgeous, but I am a trophy Striper hunter and need mega drag, at least 25 lbs prefer 30+ max drag. Unfortunately these reels are wimpy on drag, more suited for bass, 13 lbs is just not enuff for big stripers under dams in fast current in the big rivers here in Tennessee. Please make 300- 400 size with 30 lbs max drag
We land 100 lb Yellowfin tuna, big Cubera Snapper and Bluefin Trevally on the Conquest MD and Tranx 300 and 400 which only have 17lbs of drag. The only way you honestly get to 30lbs or more of drag is with a Lever Drag system or a saltwater spinning reel for the most part. 30lbs is a lot of stopping power.
i have a Calcutta Conquest 20HG DC love it.. thinking of a 300 size ..you think DC helps on 300+ size? dont really see a 300 size DC not sure if if would even make sense on 300+ sizes since its uses bigger heavy lures more easy to control unlike a 100 , 200 where you use smaller weight lures where a DC can help
I am very interested in these reels! Is the diameter of the 100 and the 200 size reels palming side plates the same? I think I understand the size difference to be in the width of each reels spool. Is that correct?
Nice infoman !!! I'm keen on buying the new 100 size for mid Swimbaits (max 3oz) I don't need cast long distance so I don't need a lot of capacity. Do you think 100 size would works ? I like so much those 220grams....
i would think the 200 size is better no swimbait guy is throwing 100 sized reels cause of the gears and just no i would get the 200 just saying and plus if you wanna bomb a bait you will have little line capacity
Beautiful reel. I still have the first, original Shimano Calcutta reels put out...over 30 years old now. The only thing I've ever replaced was drag washers from loads of big fish ripping line off the spool. These reels, like those before them, are durable and will stand the test of time.
Very well organized clear info … keep doing these , thanks
This iteration of the Conquest in the 200/201 size makes an excellent choice for magnum sized crankbaits (2 oz) like the StrikeKing 6,8,10xds as well as those Megabass big m's.
Awesome finding a reel review that is well done and informative!! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative video...my only question is does this reel incorporate a synchronised levelwind mechanism?
Yeah I wondered the same.
Your question is 30 years late. 😏
Is this new Calcutta Conquest the same as the 2018 version just in a smaller size. And if not was is the difference between the 300, 400 and the new 100,200
Hello, is the size of the body on the 100 and 200 the same? I want to get one but I can't decide which due to size. I'd rather have the 200 since I fish inshore but I want the 100 size to fish lightgear for trout
Thanks for the video. Do you think this reel can throw 10oz swimbait?
I would want a larger reel for a bait that size. The power and torque of the reel isn't the issue... The line capacity would be the problem.
What a reel ! 😃 .... can't wait to have it available in my local tackle store
Does shimano fix vibration noise out of non handle sideplate?
These reels are gorgeous, but I am a trophy Striper hunter and need mega drag, at least 25 lbs prefer 30+ max drag. Unfortunately these reels are wimpy on drag, more suited for bass, 13 lbs is just not enuff for big stripers under dams in fast current in the big rivers here in Tennessee. Please make 300- 400 size with 30 lbs max drag
We land 100 lb Yellowfin tuna, big Cubera Snapper and Bluefin Trevally on the Conquest MD and Tranx 300 and 400 which only have 17lbs of drag. The only way you honestly get to 30lbs or more of drag is with a Lever Drag system or a saltwater spinning reel for the most part. 30lbs is a lot of stopping power.
Thanks for the videos
Are they gonna come out with an updated 3/400 size for us big swimbait fisherman
Not that I have heard.
i have a Calcutta Conquest 20HG DC love it.. thinking of a 300 size ..you think DC helps on 300+ size? dont really see a 300 size DC not sure if if would even make sense on 300+ sizes since its uses bigger heavy lures more easy to control unlike a 100 , 200 where you use smaller weight lures where a DC can help
DC would help controlling lures on the lower weight scale. If you are planning to use bigger heavier lures there is no point getting DC
@@DentisProZamosc correct.. i love the sound lol.. i leave mine on setting 1 all the time since i use 3/8 + size lures mostly..cast far and smooth too
This man is LEGIT!
I am very interested in these reels! Is the diameter of the 100 and the 200 size reels palming side plates the same? I think I understand the size difference to be in the width of each reels spool. Is that correct?
I have never held the 100 so I couldn't honestly say with certainty. Sorry!
What about hitting it hard with 6oz min on the beach looking to 150yrd + ??
You may want a 400 size for extra line capacity
Nice infoman !!! I'm keen on buying the new 100 size for mid Swimbaits (max 3oz) I don't need cast long distance so I don't need a lot of capacity. Do you think 100 size would works ? I like so much those 220grams....
i would think the 200 size is better no swimbait guy is throwing 100 sized reels cause of the gears and just no i would get the 200 just saying and plus if you wanna bomb a bait you will have little line capacity
@@carlospalomino6928 just brcause anyone is using 100 size doesn't mean that it can't do the job as good as 200 size...
I was under the impression that there was a 6.8:1 gear ratio
Perfect reel for Pike fishing in europe!!!
Thanks for the Great Video. :)
Give us an updated shimano baitrunner and the thunnus
Not sure if they are slated to be redone or not. I'm sure they will eventually
@@JPDeRoseOutdoors I hope so I have 6 of them they are a sleeper
sold!!
Model number?
I like reel simano 🙏🙏🙏
I have the Shimano Calcutta CT 50
My conquest 201has the smoothest of all my reels
Do Shimano make a reel in the Calcutta conquest 50 dc I thought I seen one on UA-cam channel
abu 5500cs is all anyone needs. that's if they know how to fish. And it's not pimpy gold.
I hate shimano bcus they make me wanna buy them all
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can you make a video about a cast battle with the 2021 calcutta conquest and the calcutta conquest dc?