2025 Shimano DC REEL BUYERS GUIDE!!!

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  • @THEREELTEST
    @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

    my extensive SHIMANO DC PLAYLIST can be seen here ua-cam.com/video/vVMOGMl-CIo/v-deo.html

    • @billyblue5266
      @billyblue5266 17 днів тому

      you see they're coming out with an aldebaren DC

  • @vernervanschalkwyk2280
    @vernervanschalkwyk2280 18 днів тому +1

    Best dc reels and BEST reel channel by FAR!! Looking forward to more videos this year. GRET video,brother!!

  • @saraieatsstirfry5537
    @saraieatsstirfry5537 19 днів тому +4

    The 21 Antares DC literally cast 1/2oz-1oz baits longer than any other baitcaster I have. As of right now, the new Metanium DC is my favorite reel.

    • @Exrcx
      @Exrcx 19 днів тому

      Perfect some that has tested both I got a question for you I got the metanium dc 2024 but I wanna know if the Antares dc 2021 is better casting/distance wise for lures under 1oz I don’t really use 1oz lures but that’s the max my rod can handle but anyways the only reason I’m considering swapping the metanium dc for the Antares dc is cause the Antares had a little bit more line capacity. But if the metanium dc is better for casting/distance I’ll just keep it.

    • @saraieatsstirfry5537
      @saraieatsstirfry5537 19 днів тому

      @New 24 Metanium DC doesn’t cast farther than the 21 Antares DC when it comes down to 1/2-1oz but it will handle lighter lures way better including weightless flukes for example. If it makes you feel better, it cast way farther than the old 15 Metanium DC. If you don’t mind a big 150 size reel, then get it. 21 Antares is not the most comfortable reel to palm since it is pretty big and heavy. I fish a lot of jerkbaits on my 24 Metanium DC and I rather keep it that way since it’s the lightest DC reel currently.

    • @saraieatsstirfry5537
      @saraieatsstirfry5537 19 днів тому

      @ You should try out either the Curado M Scoprion MD 200, Metanium MGL 150, Curado MGL 150 if you want to take advantage of distance while being able to handle small and large lures. They don’t cost as much as a Antares DC.
      If you want to go Daiwa route, you should also try the new Daiwa Tatula SV 100 Boost or the Zillion. They will cast just as far as the 24 Metanium DC and cast even lighter lures without a problem.

  • @ericrobinson9340
    @ericrobinson9340 19 днів тому +3

    I do understand that looks don't really matter to most, but that JDM SLX DC is a thing of beauty. That and the Metanium DC are very spicy in the looks department.

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      the previous JDM SLX DC was nice looking as well. Much more refined looking than the north American reel

    • @gloomegloom6279
      @gloomegloom6279 18 днів тому

      try an exsence dc ss

  • @theoohler4749
    @theoohler4749 19 днів тому +1

    I have several DCs and have been using DC reels for several years now. I truly enjoy the Calcutta Conquest DC, by far my favorite reel to use fishing and it isn't even close.

    • @Cru_Jones33
      @Cru_Jones33 19 днів тому

      Have you compared it to the bfs version. If so how does it do w light lures, and are the spools inter changeable?

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому +1

      I think they should have put 4X8 DC into the Conquest

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      @@Cru_Jones33 different brake systems and different spool sizes

  • @abelabner
    @abelabner 19 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing the various differences in the braking systems, a good service to all anglers!

  • @rekleif
    @rekleif 6 днів тому

    I gave you a like and subscribe just for that intro brother.
    God bless and lots of love from a Norwegian Abu Garcia fanboi.

  • @crosscountrybankangler
    @crosscountrybankangler 19 днів тому +1

    I recently ordered the DC XT based on your reviews. I was able to pick it up at Japan Lure Shop for $180 including shipping, gotta love the exchange rate. I think the jdm SLX DC was cheaper there too, like $140 or so.

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому +1

      if that included shipping, thats an absolute steal!

  • @waynelagarde7956
    @waynelagarde7956 19 днів тому +1

    I have 4 of them JDM SLX DC XT, and the casting distance with 30lb power pro maxquatro is absolutely insane.

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      as soon as it warms up im going to test the XT with thin braid to see what it can do

  • @davidblevins1027
    @davidblevins1027 19 днів тому +1

    I have a few of these reels and really like the Antares. I put a drag clicker in it. It casts a 1/16 with no issues and I cast up to 2oz. I was thinking about getting the slx dc xt, but got the silverfeather miiec reel instead and really like it. I'll probably hold off on any other shimano dc reels and wait to see what they come out with this year.

  • @KyoloFlash
    @KyoloFlash 12 днів тому

    If you're gonna choose one, SLX DC XT hands no question! I also own the scorpion DC, and it doesnt cast as far as you would expect, but I have it for short cast techniques the 150 size has a lot of power it will still have a niche to fill.

  • @jvfishingfever
    @jvfishingfever 18 днів тому

    Love the channel! Thanks for the video!

  • @scalways
    @scalways 15 днів тому

    Fantastic review sir. I have the slx dc xt and the scorpian. They are both absolute fire.

  • @fatika4598
    @fatika4598 6 днів тому

    Have the 21 Antares DC, Antares MD DC and 22 Exsence DC. 21 Antares and 22 Exsence are basically the same reel aside from spool tension knob and salt sealing on the Exsence. There’s something special about the 21. Still the universal king for all mid-range conventional. Still cast small/mid hardbaits and 110s farther than a souped up Steez 100 SV, and obviously will destroy any other stock reel for most conventional distance casting. I’ll probably get another. It will be interesting to see if the upcoming Aldebaran DC can outcast the Antares with midrange hardbaits like a Vision 110. I’m sure it will do 1/4 oz hardbaits better, but I’ll pull the trigger if it can outcast the Antares DC for just regular 110s.

  • @AlexRamirez-vz1vj
    @AlexRamirez-vz1vj 19 днів тому +10

    Shimano fanboys unite!

  • @Voxguitarsrock
    @Voxguitarsrock 19 днів тому +2

    Patiently waiting for the Daiwa comparisons,,,😂😉

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому +1

      they arent as good... theres your comparison 🤣

  • @nelhead4807
    @nelhead4807 18 днів тому

    I got the curado dc and I absolutely love that reel but I really like that all black JDM slx dc. That thing look amazing.

  • @ReelKingsNQueens1
    @ReelKingsNQueens1 19 днів тому +1

    Lol I'm a Shimano stan this looks like my reel arsenol video.The Conquest 200 is my favorite reel. It outcasts even my Excense 22 DC. I still haven't even bothered to spool my Metanium dc 70 A. Hopefully there is a 2025 Aldeberran dc or a new Scorpion Dc coming or a new Conquest 300 dc

    • @ReelKingsNQueens1
      @ReelKingsNQueens1 19 днів тому

      My excense actually holds less line than my Antarres DC MD Xg. Its like a perfect blend of the Metaninium and Antarres

    • @ReelKingsNQueens1
      @ReelKingsNQueens1 19 днів тому +1

      Shimano North America posted a blacked out pic on IG of a new reel being unveiled on 1/10/25

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      @@ReelKingsNQueens1 yeah the Japanese youtubers have been on it, looks to be a new Antares

  • @alexisdeleon8655
    @alexisdeleon8655 17 днів тому

    For Metanium DC 24 Try a 17 lb Seaguar Invisix line, all the modes worked well for me with that weight

  • @saraieatsstirfry5537
    @saraieatsstirfry5537 19 днів тому +1

    Have you heard of the Trinidad DC? It’s a big conventional reel made for surf fishing and surface irons. They’re highly collectible now just like the cardiff dc.

    • @vieterisikaFI
      @vieterisikaFI 19 днів тому

      One day I’ll get either Trinidad DC or preferably Kaikon DC, which is the upgraded sort of JDM version of it. The prices are just ridiculous and the overall condition of those reels are just very low usual when you see one. I’ve found two mint condition Kaikon DC for sale and they sold for like $1500+…

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      yes I remember that reel from 20 years ago lol

  • @livinglife3230
    @livinglife3230 18 днів тому

    The ‘24 Metanium DC is my 2nd fav reel behind the ‘24 Steez sv tw

  • @AidyLee214
    @AidyLee214 19 днів тому +3

    Shimano China TK account just released a video a few hours ago, hinting there will be an all-new lightweight DC reel with a name starting with 'A' (Aldebaran DC?). 😆

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      can you email me a link?

    • @AidyLee214
      @AidyLee214 18 днів тому

      @@THEREELTEST 150G, MGL4 spool, light weight lure customzied IDC5, PE line compatiable, it just kill the game...😆

  • @The_Bass_Stunters
    @The_Bass_Stunters 17 днів тому

    Absolutely!!!!! Let me get 4 of these!!

  • @Rainbro121
    @Rainbro121 19 днів тому

    I've got the Antares MD and wouldn't cast anything above 6oz with it personally. Not only because of the added stress on the reel, but also because of the line capacity. 26:53

  • @kayakjoe
    @kayakjoe 13 днів тому

    Great and comprehensive video. I am just wondering which one besides the discontinued one is best for inshore salt? Or would it be better to use a non DC due to risk of the chips getting corroded and die?

  • @jpap967
    @jpap967 7 днів тому

    SLX DC XT is about $170 shipped from Japanlureshop

  • @DaveAyton8565
    @DaveAyton8565 19 днів тому

    I have 2 DC reels that you recommend the SLX XT XG DC reel and the Scorpion DC 6,2 this is mainly for top floating baits & bottom baits slower retrieve, both in my opinion are excellent DC reels,

  • @chiosaephan2898
    @chiosaephan2898 19 днів тому

    Love the exsence dc..use it for

  • @rekleif
    @rekleif 6 днів тому

    I learned baitcasting on an Ambassadeur 6001c, but haven't used one for 20 years. What would you recommend? Am an fanboi of Abu Garcia but have not fished actively(last I did several times a week in the summer, was when the Gold MAX was the newest thing, and that was smooth at the time and is still the best spinning reel I've fished with) for 15-20 years and it's probably 5 years since I caught my last Pike or Trout or Yellow Bass here in Norway. I used to fish a lot of fresh water but love to fish for Sea Trout, Salmon, Cod/Pollock and smaller Halibut and would need something that does it all. Is still a spinning setup best or do you think I could handle that Antares DC?
    Would love to try out a complete Shimano set for the first time and usually prefer softer and longer rods but would really appreciate your expertise in choosing a Shimano setup for a $1000 budget to your newest subscriber after seeing ACE videos and Zachary Fowler/Greg Owens and Chris have all the fun. Luke looks fond of Shimano too and with his level of energy with two of the outdoorboys already great at fishing, it must be pretty trouble free I guess?.
    God bless and lots of love from Norway.

  • @Fshnfool
    @Fshnfool 19 днів тому +2

    Do you think the Bantam will ever become a DC?

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      with Shimano you never know these days

  • @CharlesTan28
    @CharlesTan28 19 днів тому +1

    Exsence DC has drag clicker Antares DC don't have. Just sharing.

    • @vieterisikaFI
      @vieterisikaFI 19 днів тому

      There is a drag clicker set for Antares DC that is phenomenal quality and sounds better than my Exsence DC drag. I was planning on ordering the gears and clicker from Exsence DC to my Antares DC byt was happy I didn’t. The drag clicker also fixes the slight slop you get from Shimanos ar-glutch sleeve design in low drag settings.

  • @PacSalt_TeachMetoFish
    @PacSalt_TeachMetoFish 17 днів тому

    Do I need it? No. Will I get it? probably

  • @syafiqmohamad9386
    @syafiqmohamad9386 18 днів тому

    Aldebaran 31 DC are coming!!!

  • @Rainbro121
    @Rainbro121 19 днів тому +1

    64 likes and counting 😅

  • @tongdemo9411
    @tongdemo9411 19 днів тому

    2025 Shimano Ultegra

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому

      looks like a new Antares as well

  • @bass-a-roo
    @bass-a-roo 19 днів тому +1

    Daiwa IMZ is much better than Antares DC, and Steez is better than any other Shimano reel. Daiwa does baitcasters better, period.

    • @Daiwa_Is_King
      @Daiwa_Is_King 19 днів тому +1

      You are absolutely correct !!!

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому +1

      no it isnt and no it isnt

    • @bass-a-roo
      @bass-a-roo 18 днів тому

      @ yes it is and yes it is

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  15 днів тому

      @@bass-a-roo I doubt you have any of the reels you like to run your mouth about little kid

    • @bass-a-roo
      @bass-a-roo 15 днів тому

      @ Too bad you’re wrong little guy. I have all the reels necessary to make the claim that I made. Stay mad and stay coping. 😿

  • @kevinmarin9737
    @kevinmarin9737 18 днів тому

    Daiwa lo está haciendo mejor.

  • @Daiwa_Is_King
    @Daiwa_Is_King 19 днів тому +1

    The Daiwa IMZ limit breaker crushed the Antares in a head to head battle. Also the new steez is the best bait caster ever made, it’s on a completely different level !!!! The JDM zillion for under 200 dollars is the best bang for your buck on the market, hell it’s better than shimano’s high end reels that are twice the price !!!

    • @livinglife3230
      @livinglife3230 18 днів тому

      I agree the ‘24 Steez sv tw is in a league of its own, so is that price. I caught sum GIANTS on the ‘24 Metanium DC last year, it’s 2nd to my Steez

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  18 днів тому +1

      no it didnt and no it isnt little boy

    • @Daiwa_Is_King
      @Daiwa_Is_King 17 днів тому

      @@THEREELTEST yes it did I have people in Japan 🇯🇵 that did the test and they are not affiliated with shimano or daiwa. Stop spreading lies because you can’t handle Daiwa reels being better than shimano.

    • @bradsmith873
      @bradsmith873 17 днів тому

      Man just wish the Daiwas would last, we only get a year and half out them. This comes from a guy who makes his living fishing not just a weekend guy.

    • @livinglife3230
      @livinglife3230 17 днів тому

      @@bradsmith873 never had any issues with the Steez, can’t speak on the lower end models. Not seen a bad review on the zillion sv tw

  • @xibfwmz
    @xibfwmz 19 днів тому +1

    Watch daiwa fanboys get butt hurt😂

  • @davidrussell9290
    @davidrussell9290 19 днів тому +1

    My scorpion DC is very disappointing. It just doesn't cast like it should. I own a curado, slx, metanium, etc and it's my least favorite DC reel.

    • @torment6369
      @torment6369 19 днів тому +1

      did you get the silver scorpion dc? That one is overbreaked, the 2017 one was a gem and way better in my opinion

    • @THEREELTEST
      @THEREELTEST  15 днів тому

      did you watch my spool tension setting video on the Metanium DC? that applies to all DC reels, and all reels in general actually