The reel cast very well and once it is dialed in,best casting reel I own and I believe I have owned all most of the inshore bait casting reels from Shimano! Well worth the money
I own both. and the new SLX DC XT is superior in my educated opinion and my main go-to reel. I was under impressed with my JDM reels, especially for what they cost. Also, McDonald's chicken nuggets come in better packaging. For the money, the Curado DC 200 is a steal also. Got one for $160
@@FAA-DPE Wow, today I'm confused to choice between SLXDC and Metanium DC. If Metanium DC not significant better than SLX, I will choice SLX, how do you think?
Good to see you back, purchased my first shimano thanks to your recommendation. Tranx 201 hg, matched with st Croix triumph moderate action inshore rod. Absolutely love it
My Metanium is arriving today! Now a really stupid question. I want to fish 12lb fluro on it. Should I first spool a backing for the fluro? How much backing do you think if any? Will 12lb fluro be good for my pond fishing?
What kind of line you use depends on what type of fishing you are doing with it. Crankbaits/jerkbaits you want mono. Top water or flipping in grass, you want heavy braid. Fluoro for stuff like Swimbaits, chatterbaits, etc.
@@Lqviolin2 mind me asking what you’re fishing? If it’s bass, you’re fine with 12lb fluoro. If you’re after toothier game, like Pike and Muskie, it’s less effective.
@@stonehorn4641 large mouth bass. My local ponds don’t hold very large fish and are high pressured water. I’ve downsized and do much better now. (For a symphony orchestra conductor, lol)
Glad you enjoyed it, but I hate DC reels. HATE! I have a Curado DC, and I can’t imagine what anyone likes about them? They sound awful, don’t cast as far, skip like shit. I just don’t get it. I don’t even keep my Curado DC on my boat anymore. It’s just in its box on my shelf. I’ll stick with my regular Metaniums.
Honestly, in my opinion, the Curado dc is probably the worst DC reel of the bunch, at least from my experience. While most of my reels are metaniums and bantams (metaniums are the real deal), I’ve owned several DC models. The scorpion DC was without a doubt a better reel than the curado and I have a slx xt DC now that is substantially better performing than both. I just got one of these Metanium DC 70s and can honestly say it’s impressive. Casting is top notch and skips effortlessly.
Ummm so you haven’t fished it yet and you call it the best? BTW it is a great damn reel and it is my favorite so far and I think I may own all of the top Shimano reels out there! Would buy it today if you already do not own it!
Shimano is seriously lacking in the packaging. I opened up a curado mgl and it was just a reel in a box. No bubble wrap, no instructions, and of course no oil.
Well as someone who has, it is a 10/10 right now. Like any other reel it’s subject to change for longevity, but the performance, ergonomics, and fit and finish are A++
This reel is really good I have for the last two weeks and I’m so happy
I got my first old 18 , it’s a great rod and planing on getting one more, thanks Nick!!!!🐟on
Awesome..great video
Welcome back bro!!!
Great video.
What happened with your discount code? It's only 1% and I thought it was at 10% before
The reel cast very well and once it is dialed in,best casting reel I own and I believe I have owned all most of the inshore bait casting reels from Shimano! Well worth the money
Hey can you do a video about adding a drag clicker to the 2024 metanium dc. Really missing that sound after switching from spinning.
I knew that was digitaka the moment I saw the shipping box....love them, I've bought a ton of stuff from them!.
Are these small like the old 50 core series?
Side note. Did you ever get cracks in your Hobie outback?
from thereeltest vids that reel only cast like 134ft and the scorpion dc & curado DC both out cast this reel
In your opinion , what’s a better reel? Shimano Antares dc or Daiwa ‘24 steez sv tw?
2 different types of reels. Antares if you want a bigger DC reel. Daiwa if you want a versatile reel.
I wish they would of made this reel with a deeper spool to hold more line . Im waiting for metanium dc with atleast a regular spool size .
Oh nice too we you back
.002% ? Any other code? I want to try this site for the first time as I buy a lot of JDM locally
How significant the different of quality between Metanium DC and SLX DC XT?
I own both. and the new SLX DC XT is superior in my educated opinion and my main go-to reel.
I was under impressed with my JDM reels, especially for what they cost.
Also, McDonald's chicken nuggets come in better packaging.
For the money, the Curado DC 200 is a steal also. Got one for $160
@@FAA-DPE Wow, today I'm confused to choice between SLXDC and Metanium DC.
If Metanium DC not significant better than SLX, I will choice SLX, how do you think?
Good to see you back, purchased my first shimano thanks to your recommendation. Tranx 201 hg, matched with st Croix triumph moderate action inshore rod. Absolutely love it
So glad you're back
My Metanium is arriving today! Now a really stupid question. I want to fish 12lb fluro on it. Should I first spool a backing for the fluro? How much backing do you think if any? Will 12lb fluro be good for my pond fishing?
What kind of line you use depends on what type of fishing you are doing with it. Crankbaits/jerkbaits you want mono. Top water or flipping in grass, you want heavy braid. Fluoro for stuff like Swimbaits, chatterbaits, etc.
I run 12lb floro & use NO backing due to the 70 size spool
Thank you! Looks like 12lb fluro will be best!
@@Lqviolin2 mind me asking what you’re fishing? If it’s bass, you’re fine with 12lb fluoro. If you’re after toothier game, like Pike and Muskie, it’s less effective.
@@stonehorn4641 large mouth bass. My local ponds don’t hold very large fish and are high pressured water. I’ve downsized and do much better now. (For a symphony orchestra conductor, lol)
I was disappointed that it dissent have clicking drag. Otherwise, it’s my go-to in big wind. First DC and really like it.
Shimano has made reels that last a lifetime.
Is there a difference between the JDM version and US version?
One is less money
Yes usually US version has larger handles and more $$$
@@mattcampbell3876JDM doesn't come with a warranty and Shimano USA will not service or repair it
Seems like it’s very good… I’d buy it if it was a Steez. 😺✌️
I was interested in purchasing this reel. Thanks for upload of this product.
Like your video need discount code please for digitaka so I can purchase reel. Thanks!
Wow 1% discount
Tuned clicker is available. Good that it is not in stock. I uninstalled it in my reel
Uninstalled what? Where do you get the clicker from
Glad you enjoyed it, but I hate DC reels. HATE! I have a Curado DC, and I can’t imagine what anyone likes about them?
They sound awful, don’t cast as far, skip like shit. I just don’t get it. I don’t even keep my Curado DC on my boat anymore. It’s just in its box on my shelf.
I’ll stick with my regular Metaniums.
Honestly, in my opinion, the Curado dc is probably the worst DC reel of the bunch, at least from my experience. While most of my reels are metaniums and bantams (metaniums are the real deal), I’ve owned several DC models. The scorpion DC was without a doubt a better reel than the curado and I have a slx xt DC now that is substantially better performing than both. I just got one of these Metanium DC 70s and can honestly say it’s impressive. Casting is top notch and skips effortlessly.
Ummm so you haven’t fished it yet and you call it the best? BTW it is a great damn reel and it is my favorite so far and I think I may own all of the top Shimano reels out there! Would buy it today if you already do not own it!
Shimano is seriously lacking in the packaging. I opened up a curado mgl and it was just a reel in a box. No bubble wrap, no instructions, and of course no oil.
Sorry to say but That might be a returned one. Brought 3 different reel and they all come with those
@@yareyareduckze69 I opened all the curado m boxes, and whatever other models they had on the shelf.
Quit hiding bro. Get your butt fishing and show off your channel. 😂😂. Glad to see you're online and making videos again
Sell it to me
10/10 without even fishing with it?
I think I remember why I don’t watch this channel.
Let's also be real, if you watch at least 2 of his fishing videos you've pretty much seen em all.
Well as someone who has, it is a 10/10 right now. Like any other reel it’s subject to change for longevity, but the performance, ergonomics, and fit and finish are A++
I hope shimano NEVER do the drag clicker. It's a pointless feature.
I sent you an Instagram note on a new discount code.