First, great job there. Second, you did a rod/reel review some time back about the Berkley Lighting Shock Rod with a Black Mac on it. All the Lew's I own that are Orange & Black are on those Berkley Rods. They go great together both in performance and in aesthetics. Third, you talked me into buying another rig. 👍
2g really isnt that light though, my metanium dc can almost handle that, the antares probably could and the metanium mgl definitely can with the MGL3 spool
I'm sold on Lew's baitcasting reels. Bought my first Speed Spool 6:8:1 ratio this last year. Aluminum frame for longevity. Lefty here. Love my smooth as butter Lew's
Looks to me like; Lew’s took the ideas of a BFS design reel and rebranded it as a Special skipping reel design. Aren’t you glad they thought of that idea all by themselves? The good thing is; you can buy a casting reel with an American brand name with a good warranty. Hope people know that you and others that brought using BFS casting reel ideas to America. Need the credit you deserve for enlightening anglers about casting light line and lures on casting reels.
The braking system is completely different than just copying a shallow reel of a bfs reel. It is a special purpose reel and works great for the job. You are basically talking crap for no reason.
You prolly dont give a shit but does any of you know a trick to get back into an instagram account? I was dumb forgot the account password. I would love any tips you can give me.
I’ve never heard the Reel Designation before, I’m not sure why it differs than any other Reel lol all artificial Lures require “Finesse” and artificial movement to attract Fish. I love that it casts lighter Lures well, if your Reel and Rod combination and with practice you can Zing 1/8-1/4 oz stuff really well. Cool Video my Friend stay safe.
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 Why wouldnt you? KVD and andy montgomery designed this reel together for pitching and skipping. They both worked with lews to develop this reel... KVD actually designs quite a bit of stuff out there, like the XD crankbaits that he helped make them dive faster and deeper. KVD makes a ton of money by sponsors having him design stuff and put his name on it.
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 the reel is lews SLP frame they've been using for years, the pros design what the different components are made of, the spool size and material, bearings, braking system. No the pros didn't engineer it but they told the engineers what they wanted then test it and make design changes until the reel performs how they want it. Doyo in Korea designs all of lews and Abu Garcia reels.
Thanks for the videos; enjoy your channel. I just pulled the trigger on a Lew's SP, thanks to your help. Also, I have a few Shimano Casitas that I would like to convert (1 or 2) to a shallow spool for skipping flukes/tubes...not having much luck unless I want to spend $150. Any help on how to buy a spool would be awesome. I did see a discontinued model with the dimensions 33mm, 27mm, and 25mm wide if this helps? Thanks for any help you may offer!
That Aldebaran 50 with the BFS spool I showed at the end has the same weight spool as the Pro SP. Thats why I knew this reel would be great for BFS. I have the prev gen Aldebaran BFS and I think I like this pro SP better due to the much larger brake range adjustment with external dial. Also the 12-15 Aldebarans, the spool tension does not like to stay in place. You will find yourself readjusting it after a few casts.
Since you take bc reels apart often, do you have any idea if the spool from the Pro SP would fit a Tourney MP TS1XHMP? Or, have you come upon a shallow spool for a tourney MP TS1XHMP? Thanks.
@@THEREELTEST correct. i dont think it could compete BFS wise, but it would be interesting to see which is better for normal P/F as they are in a similar price range. im trying to give BFS a shot this year when the ice thaws with my Zephyr, but i did see that RORO is releasing a new shallow spool for the 2020 Tat SV, not sure if that would make that one any better suited or if a bearing change would still be required.
How’s the smoothness? From the audio of your video it sounds very geary, considering this is a brand new 200$ reel and the lures you were using barely have any resistance
Love the new lews. Don't care if it'll cast two grams because I prefer catching normal size bass instead of dinks and baitfish. Definitely be getting a pro sp.
@@davidthomas9154 yea I never used lews till last year when I got the xfinity combo. Its the cheapest lews reel but it casts great. I usually buy abu garcia but this one looks like it'll be perfect for finesse.
Now I have a problem lmao. Not really but it confirms my suspicion that this is infact a ZPI RS rebadged. Which makes me happy in the sense that I can stop spending so much money on reels that are super nice yeah but this company is more than capable of providing a solid product.
Lol maybe if Kastking sends me one, but I saw the brakes on the Speed Demon skipping reel and they look to be the same as the regular speed demon, and if thats the case I would never buy one with my own money.
Ok I appreciate your feed back,I own mainly shimano reels up to the bantam price point,thought about the daiwa zillion and the Tatula elite series with that sv spool....I wish shimano would do a flip pitch or pitch skip real for amatures like me.....more so the skipping....that’s timing sensitive in your cast and thumb release but...gotta keep practicing
This is not related to the video but can you explain the most current model diawa reels to me? I’m a shimano customer and understand there product well and I’m looking to buy my first diawa..I’m on the fence about buying an slx mgl for jerkbait fishing or switching it up to buy diawa but I don’t understand there models. I’m looking for something caparable to the mgl so would that be the tatula sv? And what’s the difference between that and the sv103? Is it the spool size. What would you recommend my first diawa to be or should I stick with shimano. Great content as always can’t wait to see more!
Its the reel. I did a video on the Revo X where I flushed the bearings and filled only about 30yds of line, put it on a noodle bfs rod and it still had some struggles with even upper end bfs weights.
@@THEREELTEST I remember that video, I am wondering more though if an UL BFS rod with a Zillion SV/Metanium MGL would work better or a L/ML rod with a true BFS reel out class it???
So I go to Cabela’s to order one - Out of Stock, I go to Tackle Warehouse the same. Out of stock till @ May 21st, after this review I am sure it is going to be out for quite some time. Is this the first BFS reel for the domestic US market?
@@THEREELTEST ;-) DAM developed already reels when Shimano was even far from being founded. They collapsed in the 2000s but are now back, but pretty much invisble, what a pitty.
Doesn't really matter. They are comparable. Worst case scenario is they hold most of their value as long as they aren't thrashed and you can sell them.
@@nevahenuf true they are all comparable it's just abu edges that comparison out. Especially when it comes to overall power and durability. I've had aluminum frame Abu's that the biggest hardest pulling hybrid stripers can't strip out. Those same stripers will destroy a shimano. But the shimanos win in most other categories so if you switched the factory shimano drag with a high end carbon like on the Revo's and beast reels then you'd have a badass shimano. And maybe switch the main gear and pinion while you're at it because they'll strip on stripers too.
Neither. Use abu's. Shimanos are only good if you catch only tiny fish. If you catch drag stripping giants they'll brake very quick. Diawa makes good reels but like the fanboy said they don't hold value but for most fisherman who will never resale their equipment that doesn't matter. Peace bro.
The most shitiest reel ive ever had! The body is braking while you use it... the places where bearings are placed, till one week got a half inch whobble.... awful reel also as most “rice” reels!
![Andy Montgomery's Full Skipping Setup - Rod, Reel, Line, Baits [NEXT LEVEL]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/29wQU4czwS0/mqdefault.jpg)
I'm so happy to see some lews!!!
First, great job there. Second, you did a rod/reel review some time back about the Berkley Lighting Shock Rod with a Black Mac on it. All the Lew's I own that are Orange & Black are on those Berkley Rods. They go great together both in performance and in aesthetics. Third, you talked me into buying another rig. 👍
Impressive reel casting those tiny lures. Glad you tried using it as a BFS reel so we can all see it in action.
Just to clarify, the Pro Sp didnt just barely get by for BFS, it handled that true 1/16 oz lure EASILY, and it had plenty of braking in reserve
It didn't not work for me. Don't like this reel.
2g really isnt that light though, my metanium dc can almost handle that, the antares probably could and the metanium mgl definitely can with the MGL3 spool
I'm sold on Lew's baitcasting reels. Bought my first Speed Spool 6:8:1 ratio this last year. Aluminum frame for longevity. Lefty here. Love my smooth as butter Lew's
Looks to me like; Lew’s took the ideas of a BFS design reel and rebranded it as a Special skipping reel design. Aren’t you glad they thought of that idea all by themselves? The good thing is; you can buy a casting reel with an American brand name with a good warranty. Hope people know that you and others that brought using BFS casting reel ideas to America. Need the credit you deserve for enlightening anglers about casting light line and lures on casting reels.
American BRAND NAME . Interesting. All it takes is a name now.
Ill show you guys why they went with a shallow spool in the skipping video lol..
The braking system is completely different than just copying a shallow reel of a bfs reel. It is a special purpose reel and works great for the job. You are basically talking crap for no reason.
You prolly dont give a shit but does any of you know a trick to get back into an instagram account?
I was dumb forgot the account password. I would love any tips you can give me.
@Jayden Darwin Instablaster :)
I’ve never heard the Reel Designation before, I’m not sure why it differs than any other Reel lol all artificial Lures require “Finesse” and artificial movement to attract Fish. I love that it casts lighter Lures well, if your Reel and Rod combination and with practice you can Zing 1/8-1/4 oz stuff really well. Cool Video my Friend stay safe.
I've wondered this since this reel was released. KVD designing reels that BFS on accident 😎
Same! Glad to see it on the channel, and that it also performs like a beast.
Do any of us really believe KVD is sitting down designing anything?
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 Why wouldnt you? KVD and andy montgomery designed this reel together for pitching and skipping. They both worked with lews to develop this reel... KVD actually designs quite a bit of stuff out there, like the XD crankbaits that he helped make them dive faster and deeper. KVD makes a ton of money by sponsors having him design stuff and put his name on it.
@@aarondavis8224 pretty sure a team of engineers design these things and KVD takes ten minutes to put his stamp on it.
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 the reel is lews SLP frame they've been using for years, the pros design what the different components are made of, the spool size and material, bearings, braking system. No the pros didn't engineer it but they told the engineers what they wanted then test it and make design changes until the reel performs how they want it. Doyo in Korea designs all of lews and Abu Garcia reels.
Great video. Helped me make the purchase and love it. Yes a click drag would be nice; otherwise I really like this reel
Are you ever gonna do a face reveal?
I would like to see you do this test with Daiwa Tatula Elite Pitch/Flip Casting Reel
I’m glad to see lews
Thanks for the videos; enjoy your channel. I just pulled the trigger on a Lew's SP, thanks to your help.
Also, I have a few Shimano Casitas that I would like to convert (1 or 2) to a shallow spool for skipping flukes/tubes...not having much luck unless I want to spend $150. Any help on how to buy a spool would be awesome.
I did see a discontinued model with the dimensions 33mm, 27mm, and 25mm wide if this helps?
Thanks for any help you may offer!
Really love your videos! Have a question for you, is mono/fluorocarbon better for bait finess?
I prefer flouro for less visibility but Ive caught a ton of fish using mono, so its your choice
Already sold a few at our store! Nice reel.
I wonder how this reel would be with just some micro bearings in it.
I am Still waiting video abu mgxtreme 2 bfs test haha🤣
sorry brother, I sent that reel back to the subscriber
I think I'd rather take my $200 and find a 12-16 Aldebaran bfs on ebay and get that long term buttery smoothness from the 4 or 5 Lew's I've owned?
That Aldebaran 50 with the BFS spool I showed at the end has the same weight spool as the Pro SP. Thats why I knew this reel would be great for BFS. I have the prev gen Aldebaran BFS and I think I like this pro SP better due to the much larger brake range adjustment with external dial. Also the 12-15 Aldebarans, the spool tension does not like to stay in place. You will find yourself readjusting it after a few casts.
This reel is my favorite right now. They should consider offering a slower ratio.
So will there be cast battle:
Alphas Air TW vs Aldebaran BFS?
I prefer the Alphas AIR TW to the Aldebaran BFS for casting light baits. Headed up toward 3.5gr, I prefer the Aldebaran.
This reel seems to be a casting machine !
If you want to throw light lures, the curado bfs is in the same price range.
Could you put the equivalent of oz and grams next to each other next time? Still learning just like learning bfs stuff from tour Channel
Since you take bc reels apart often, do you have any idea if the spool from the Pro SP would fit a Tourney MP TS1XHMP? Or, have you come upon a shallow spool for a tourney MP TS1XHMP? Thanks.
great review, id be curious to see this reel compared to the Tatula Elite P/F
thats a deep spool reel if I remember
@@THEREELTEST correct. i dont think it could compete BFS wise, but it would be interesting to see which is better for normal P/F as they are in a similar price range. im trying to give BFS a shot this year when the ice thaws with my Zephyr, but i did see that RORO is releasing a new shallow spool for the 2020 Tat SV, not sure if that would make that one any better suited or if a bearing change would still be required.
be careful of those RORO spools as they all seem to have a fixed inductor thats super thin. I would look into the chameleon spools
How’s the smoothness? From the audio of your video it sounds very geary, considering this is a brand new 200$ reel and the lures you were using barely have any resistance
I would say typical lews?
Nice. I wonder how the drag will perform set for 4 to 6 lb line with it topping out at 20 lbs.
Im sure if it was an issue you can remove some of the drag stack and maybe leave one disc
Love the new lews. Don't care if it'll cast two grams because I prefer catching normal size bass instead of dinks and baitfish. Definitely be getting a pro sp.
I have this reel. It casts better than all my other Lewis reels and they cast great too
@@davidthomas9154 yea I never used lews till last year when I got the xfinity combo. Its the cheapest lews reel but it casts great. I usually buy abu garcia but this one looks like it'll be perfect for finesse.
Now I have a problem lmao. Not really but it confirms my suspicion that this is infact a ZPI RS rebadged. Which makes me happy in the sense that I can stop spending so much money on reels that are super nice yeah but this company is more than capable of providing a solid product.
Its a Doyo made reel, same frame as the Liger 30
@@THEREELTEST yeah I know, honestly kinda cool that we can put a carbon fiber handle on it and have the RS for less than 250$ depending on the handle
Do one with the DaiwaTatula Elite Pitching Reel
Shhh don’t tell them. lol
Oh cool
What...we dont say ounces any more? Been out the game and what no more oz?
Would u be willing to do a review on the Kastking speed demon elite skipping reel in comparison to the lews skipping and pitching reel
Lol maybe if Kastking sends me one, but I saw the brakes on the Speed Demon skipping reel and they look to be the same as the regular speed demon, and if thats the case I would never buy one with my own money.
Ok I appreciate your feed back,I own mainly shimano reels up to the bantam price point,thought about the daiwa zillion and the Tatula elite series with that sv spool....I wish shimano would do a flip pitch or pitch skip real for amatures like me.....more so the skipping....that’s timing sensitive in your cast and thumb release but...gotta keep practicing
This is not related to the video but can you explain the most current model diawa reels to me? I’m a shimano customer and understand there product well and I’m looking to buy my first diawa..I’m on the fence about buying an slx mgl for jerkbait fishing or switching it up to buy diawa but I don’t understand there models. I’m looking for something caparable to the mgl so would that be the tatula sv? And what’s the difference between that and the sv103? Is it the spool size. What would you recommend my first diawa to be or should I stick with shimano. Great content as always can’t wait to see more!
I like the 2020 Tatula SV but the SLX MGL will cast jerkbaits farther. I think 103 is a standard spool capacity while 105 is more shallow
Have you ever used sufix nanobraid on bfs reels?
This an equivalent of 2012 black color Aldebaran BFS
Does this show a reel's potential or that a rod with a BFS potential reel is what makes it viable???
Its the reel. I did a video on the Revo X where I flushed the bearings and filled only about 30yds of line, put it on a noodle bfs rod and it still had some struggles with even upper end bfs weights.
@@THEREELTEST I remember that video, I am wondering more though if an UL BFS rod with a Zillion SV/Metanium MGL would work better or a L/ML rod with a true BFS reel out class it???
Its all going to depend on how light you want to cast.
So I go to Cabela’s to order one - Out of Stock, I go to Tackle Warehouse the same. Out of stock till @ May 21st, after this review I am sure it is going to be out for quite some time. Is this the first BFS reel for the domestic US market?
No its not a bfs reel its a reel made and designed for pitching and skipping but it just so happens that it works great as a bfs reel
Nothing domestic about Lews. There is no domestic reel.
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 PENN makes low profile baitcasters.
@@findingthetrackway4875 really? Huh. Interesting
@@nightfishercustombaits2119 Yeah... got to root for the home team somehow... even when there's not hardly anyone left.
Could you please review some DAM Quick casters?
Ive never heard of them
@@THEREELTEST ;-) DAM developed already reels when Shimano was even far from being founded. They collapsed in the 2000s but are now back, but pretty much invisble, what a pitty.
What gear ratio are you using?
Btw love that I get my scriptures and a video In one shot!
Hey, great videos! What is your favorite BFS rod under $200?
honestly the Ace Hawk CU double
@@THEREELTEST I'm waiting on mine to get in, I also just picked up the Dobyns Sierra SA 700C it is a blast! it launches 1.7g spoons!
Hi, is it possible that you do an review on zillion HLC 1514 or 1516
Not unless someone sends me one
Bro can you find out what lew's new products for the icast 2021 please
Ill release some ICAST vids but I dont have any info on any of their new products, gonna have to wait a couple more days
what rod do you use?
What do u like better daiwa or shimano
He's a shimano fanboy.
Doesn't really matter. They are comparable. Worst case scenario is they hold most of their value as long as they aren't thrashed and you can sell them.
@@nevahenuf true they are all comparable it's just abu edges that comparison out. Especially when it comes to overall power and durability. I've had aluminum frame Abu's that the biggest hardest pulling hybrid stripers can't strip out. Those same stripers will destroy a shimano. But the shimanos win in most other categories so if you switched the factory shimano drag with a high end carbon like on the Revo's and beast reels then you'd have a badass shimano. And maybe switch the main gear and pinion while you're at it because they'll strip on stripers too.
Atomic Bean Daiwas have a horrible resale value from the ones Ive sold in the past. Shimanos and Abus resell alot faster and for more money
Neither. Use abu's. Shimanos are only good if you catch only tiny fish. If you catch drag stripping giants they'll brake very quick. Diawa makes good reels but like the fanboy said they don't hold value but for most fisherman who will never resale their equipment that doesn't matter. Peace bro.
Have you had a revo AL-F ?
it's oem doyo too?
What rod is that
The most shitiest reel ive ever had! The body is braking while you use it... the places where bearings are placed, till one week got a half inch whobble.... awful reel also as most “rice” reels!
"I'll believe that when me shit turns purple and smells like rainbow sherbet"
500 dollar rig IT better work !!!
Not what this reel is designed for lol