Loving all of the videos lately and it's helping pass the time until I can get back out! The passion and excitement of the topic really makes these fun and informative to watch.
Really enjoy the gear talk content. I’ve got an older SLX rod and truthfully it feels really heavy compared to like a Dobyns Fury. I may try the Daiwa and see how it feels. It really stinks that you can’t usually find these rods in most stores anymore and you have to order them and see how they feel. Even BPS’s selection of rods in my area is slim unless you want one of their Bass Pro brand rods.
A $200-ish rod shootout would be cool! If you wanted to stick with the Shimano vs. Daiwa theme, you could compare the Zodias to the Tatula Elite. Other good ones would be the Magabass Levante, Dobyns Kaden (like you mentioned), Evergreen '23 Combat Stick, St.Croix Victory, and Phenix M1 Maybe pick a different technique for each comparison. So like, the Levante "Flatside Special" pitted against Evergreen's "Squarebill/Chatterbait" rod. Most companies focused their new rod releases in the $300-500 price range this year, but I feel like I haven't seen a lot of rod comparisons for the $150-250 range (for 2022-2023 releases), outside of your channel and a couple of others.
The comparison made me want to get both; I was looking at both rods. Great review and informative with Debo not leaning to a brand (Shimano reel on a Daiwa). Enjoyed the video as always.
Another great video, thanks Debo. I own both heavy versions of these and I can tell you that the tip heaviness gets more pronounced in the SLX as you move up... it is like a broomstick compared to the Diawa which feels more like a heavy rod should. In the MH versions, I do prefer the SLX for various bottom baits.
Speaking of the Daiwa Tatula XT for soft plastics, I have it paired with a Tatula 100HS, 40lb test braid, and it cast the Yamakanuki with ease, and caught some nice Bass, and an 11lb 8oz PB Snakehead!
Awesome vidya Debo, glad to se ya back in the game, i know its hard with grown up life happening, I feel ya on that, but yer vids are somwhat therapeutic for me personly, so thanks for that, Anyway I'd like to see a Duckett rod vs Ark rod...or Duckette vs a favorite rod.
GREAT viDebo, love the head to head gear reviews! It’s a shame the tatula XT doesn’t go sub 7’, I’d get both & mismatch them with the other’s reel to drive people crazy.
Just picked up a Daiwa Aird X rod and paired it with a Lews Speed Spool. My first baitcaster, took it out today and made 50 or so casts without a single wind knot. Love it and sure can’t beat the price for the quality of both products!
You try the spinning version of the tatula xt? I just got that rod today and am so excited. It's the 7'3" medium in a spinning version to pair up next to my johnny morris carbon lite baitcasting rod with the lews speed spool lfs 30lb braid medium heavy 7'6" to do essentially everything I love to fish.
I've been looking forward to this $99 rod review. The closeups of the guides, reel seat, weighting the rods was helpful. The balance point of the SLX is a bit disappointing. I think the balance point of the Tatula was omitted. The Tatula looks likes it has the basic Fuji or Fuji clone guides. Before the review, I was leaning towards the SLX but the Tatula seems to have the edge. Debo, your poor rod tips are scraping your ceiling. I got these rod tip protectors from Ali. They are a rod sleeve that protects the tip section.
The Slx rod and reels are amazing!! Not only just for bass. The reel is very versatile in any conditions and different species. I recently used an slx dc for some float bobber fishing for northern steelhead and it worked amazingly!! 15° outside as well. Although my dad was using a tutula and it worked great as well
Thanks for another great video. I've been holding off on picking up SLX combo. The more I watch your videos I feel more confident that I'm going to like the SLX. Debo how about a 13 Fishing origin 01 baitcaster/ Abu Garcia Revo x low profile . Have a great weekend and happy Easter
I’m admittedly a shimano fan boy but I have 4 of the tatula xt spinning rods and I think they are about the best rod you can buy right now for the $100 price point. If you get a bit crafty and shop sales or find discounts you should be able to get them for around $80 also.
I just got the Fenwick bass elite. I love it! Its exactly what i was looking for. Basically an extra medium. Took three tries to get one that wasnt damaged from TW but im glad i kept trying. That SLX was gonna be my next choice if the fenwick didn't work out.
Great video Debo! I am a big fan of 13 Fishing Rods and would love to see what you think of the Fate Black, Omen Black 3/Meta, and/or Muse line of rods. Thanks
@@jonah-n8lJust like the reels 13 rods can be hit and miss. The older Muses are some of the best rods for the money where other lines can be hit or miss. The spinning reels, particularly the older ones are trash. The casting reels seem to be pretty good. If I could get a concept tx in my hand, I would probably buy 1.
Great Video! I like both brands too. Both make quality. Zodias vs tatula elite. Would be a good watch. Megabass rods vs g loomis rods would be sick too.
I got a few of the SLX rods recently. 7’ MH F and a 7’5” MH XF. I like them so far. I actually caught my PB on the 7’ one paired with a Curado DC. They feel a bit softer than the Lews rods I am more used to using.
I just picked up the 7'5" medium heavy and the SLX 150a so far I am loving the feel in hand. Reminds me of nothing I have used. Cant wait to get it on the water.
Update: I had it on the water and I am blown away. I was using a top water hard bait and caught a monster of a bass (for me 3lb is a monster) had an amazing bend hooks stayed in the fish and with 17lb line it took it like a champ!
If you palm your reels I think you will prefer the Daiwa. I personally prefer the trigger down lower like the Daiwa, but I palm all of my reels and don't have any fingers below the trigger. I run into the same issue with rods but for the complete opposite reason. Typically the triggers are too high up for me and I can't palm the reel comfortably. This makes ordering new rods online tough if you've never had your hands on them 😂 Great video Debo!
I've "tested" the SLX and observing that you get what you pay for, I have been very happy with the Daiwa XT. The concern of 7'0" for jerkbait should include the offset by the short handle. Pretty good for kayaks. I use an 7' MF XT for jerk but also for squarebills. It is a fast tip but I've not lost any due to that. I liked this rod so much I jumped on $67 sale at Karls for two HF versions. Now a HF with the XT short handle is a No Bueno. Not good for punching or small swimbaits due to the short handle. I keep one for bottom baits and another for flipping. I agree with the finish and sensitivity. Owning higher $ rods, I don't think you can get better value that the weight and sensitivity of the XT.
Yea i just got the curado casting rod heavy action 7'5" with the spiral rape for 99 dollars from American legacy fishing its a great combo for my curado 200dc
Just watching this for fun, but I will say I bought a 7'5" Heavy Fast SLX. I love the thing. It's SO LIGHT, has an amazing backbone, tosses frogs, jigs, 6-8" swimbaits with NO EFFORT and a country mile. Seriously. I was barely moving the rod and launching a 6" magdraft 150ft into wind.
Been fishing with the daiwa rod for a couple weeks now, my only real complaint is the short handle. I got a heavy action for swim baits and like having longer handle to help cast farther.
The balance thing you do is very important for walking 1/4 mile with 3 rods. Seriously. It makes a difference. A good combo balance lessens the chance that a treble hook finds your pants pocket/ leg. Distracted just a little, the combo pendulums away from the other two combos, and...
It’s funny how the reel seat can make a difference. I had the prior model slx and xt, liked the slx more only because of the trigger on the reel seat. Action/ sensitivity preferred the XT, but trigger really made it where I wasn’t grabbing the rod on a regular basis. Both are good rods for $99. ….. I wish rod companies would start their $99 rods at a 6’10” length and offer the 6’10” in a M, MH, and H. As a bank angler that length allows me to fit into smaller spaces and be able to use the rod to work various baits. Every rod I have that’s above the 6’10” it’s strictly for cast and retrieve only.
I think that, as far as the trigger on the rod, it depends on the reel. If your using a tatula reel you're not setting you finger on the line. Because you defeat the level wind of the reel. So your hand may be farther back anyway. Also the size of the user's hand also makes a difference. I personally think if I were looking for a worming rod, the slx, if I'm looking for a small swimbait, spiinner bait, chatter bait and light cranks, the tatula. In the specific rods you showcased. I also believe that in many cases, these rod companies tailor their equipment to work well within their wheelhouse so to speak. If you buy an slx rod, you can almost bet that their reels will work very well. Same said for daiwa. Like you said, depends on application, and preference. I find that in the rods I have, it depends what you're doing with it. And I don't stick to one brand either. Everybody has their niche stuff that just seem to nudge the others out depending what you're doing with it. And then there's the I just can't stand this thing thing. What feels good to one, may not to another. And then there's the I changed my idea on what feels good thing too. Fishing can be so subjective. Especially when the guy who's handlining is out fishing your ass!! lol But I really do have to agree on the whole micro guide idea. When you need a monocle just to thread your line through the guides!! Oh come on, that's just too small! I bought an ultralight rod for panfish, I didn't think about that. so now if a gnat lands on the line, it's all buggered up!! and yes I'm exaggerating, it usually takes a mosquito!! lol
I have 2 of the orignal slx rods in 7'2mh and 7'2 heavy. I really like the mh it has decent sensitivity and loads up nicely but I am not a huge fan of the 7'2 heavy it's way to stiff for my liking. I have the 7'3 mh tatula xt as well and i like it all the same as the slx and use them both regularly. I tried using the 7'2 heavy as a frogging rod for a bit but it was just to uncomfortable and I didn't like the stiffness of the rod
I still really dig the Lew’s rods around that $99 mark, the IM8 blanks seems nice. I prefer them over my more expensive st croix. I also dig that bass pro Carbonlite whatever it’s called. I need to pick the shinano and daiwa rods up to try :)
I've been on the hunt for a heavy spinning rod and can't find anything more than a medium heavy in the usual rod lines, anybody have suggestions on a spinning rod to throw 1oz-3oz twitching baits like jerkbaits?
Zenaq makes incredible heavy duty spinning rods but they are extremely expensive. I own a couple of them in my opinion some of the best rods on the planet.
My first casting rod was the tatula XT 7’3 heavy for topwater. It was a work horse but I never liked the handle. The trigger comes to a point and is a lt a radical angle so it hurts your finger when bombing a frog. I’m a daiwa fanboy for sure but hate that rod now!
I hate to say it but I'm not big on the Tatula XT. I love my Daiwa reels so I tried it but it just wasn't for me. I do like the SLX rods. But for $130 it's really hard to beat a Dobyns Fury or TFO TacticalBass
For a $100 I prefer my the old TP-1's and new TPX-1 Lews rods over the SLX. The SLX gives me a cramp in my hand, they lean in a corner retired now. I bought my first Daiwa product in 45 years, a Procyon AL. And if it doesn't suck I might have to check out their rods.
Purchase 2 MH Shimano SLX bait casters in different lengths. Both snapped approximately 12” from the tip while fighting fish. Never had rods snapped like this. I would not recommend these.
The slx has more specific actions , notably the 6'10 medium and the swimbait rods. For multipurpose fishing I prefer the tatula, especially the 7'0 mh f. That said I also prefer the ergonomics of the slx. I don't think one line is actually better, I think each line has rods that are better for specific things than the other.
I wish companies would make a series of baitcast rods without triggers. I’ve cut triggers off some annoying rods and sanded them down. Makes them way more comfortable. I think most rods are made for smaller hands. Triggers aren’t needed. I think I’ve seen Mud Hole Customs sell some triggerless handles.
Damn i was looking for a 100 dollar rod all day, almost went with slx to match my new reel but i didnt want XF action. Got a mojo bass for 110 on a nice sale, coming from an ugly stik combo haha
@tims_always_fishing7117 thanks, I'm excited ! They are selling out the old models on cabelas for 120, 10 dollar off coupon if you sign up for email and free express shipping for some reason.
I brake my tips off when I high stick it🤦 I stop doing that.... Wasted some nice rods and made them smaller and more sensitive when shorted 🤫 it has less movement and slack in the tip now the rod can still do it's job putting fish on the bank. Shimano rod for me nice rods I like the- Aeroglass- fast Action- for my kid's strong and durable stuff. Both great rods.
I love micro guides with 15LB (0,14mm) braid..even if there are weeds in the water, I rather see it get stuck on guides (doesn't happen often) than go to my spool/reel
I am really upset with my slx A rod. I own a 7' MH fast. Feels heavy in hand when paired with my slx reel, its balance point is way tooooo high. Sensitivity is far away from what I expected from Shimano... For moving baits it might be ok, but if you are looking for a bottom contact lure rod I wouldn't recommend it. In addition, I think the older version looked so much cleaner compared to the newer slx A models, but that's just my opinion
I have a quiver of 13 Defy Black and Omen rods and for the price ( $69 ), they can’t be beat! I find myself leaving my higher end Saint Croix rods at home when I go fishing. 🎣
I have both, love them both! The curado bombs light baits with a wrist flick. The tatula lets me put light lures exactly where I want in closer quarters, it even makes skipping effortless... Both crazy smooth and comfortable in hand. Choose what you choose, can't go wrong!!
Everyone wants to see the rods and reels but no one mentions Debos sick hat game
Really next level bro!
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Loving all of the videos lately and it's helping pass the time until I can get back out! The passion and excitement of the topic really makes these fun and informative to watch.
Getting home from a long miserable day and seeing that debo thumbnail makes all the days troubles melt away
Really enjoy the gear talk content. I’ve got an older SLX rod and truthfully it feels really heavy compared to like a Dobyns Fury. I may try the Daiwa and see how it feels. It really stinks that you can’t usually find these rods in most stores anymore and you have to order them and see how they feel. Even BPS’s selection of rods in my area is slim unless you want one of their Bass Pro brand rods.
I get a lot out of these head to head. Would really appreciate comparing same general length, power, and action. Always fun videos Debo!
Yes we would like to see all kinds of gear reviews that’s what I typically talk to you about but Debo Videos are awesome either way.
Great video I wasn’t planning on buying some more rods but you’ve talked me into two more. I love the gear talk keep it up.
A $200-ish rod shootout would be cool! If you wanted to stick with the Shimano vs. Daiwa theme, you could compare the Zodias to the Tatula Elite.
Other good ones would be the Magabass Levante, Dobyns Kaden (like you mentioned), Evergreen '23 Combat Stick, St.Croix Victory, and Phenix M1
Maybe pick a different technique for each comparison. So like, the Levante "Flatside Special" pitted against Evergreen's "Squarebill/Chatterbait" rod.
Most companies focused their new rod releases in the $300-500 price range this year, but I feel like I haven't seen a lot of rod comparisons for the $150-250 range (for 2022-2023 releases), outside of your channel and a couple of others.
ayyyyeee, ive been waiting on the tatula xt rod review, only with a bonus of the slx rod review!
Another good video Debo, always enjoy equipment comparisons. Thank you.
The comparison made me want to get both; I was looking at both rods. Great review and informative with Debo not leaning to a brand (Shimano reel on a Daiwa). Enjoyed the video as always.
Awesome video Debo!!!! I’ve been looking at both rods and so glad to get your input of them . If you could do more videos like that’d be sweet
Another great video, thanks Debo. I own both heavy versions of these and I can tell you that the tip heaviness gets more pronounced in the SLX as you move up... it is like a broomstick compared to the Diawa which feels more like a heavy rod should. In the MH versions, I do prefer the SLX for various bottom baits.
Great video! Really like the head-to-head videos! Keep them coming!
Speaking of the Daiwa Tatula XT for soft plastics, I have it paired with a Tatula 100HS, 40lb test braid, and it cast the Yamakanuki with ease, and caught some nice Bass, and an 11lb 8oz PB Snakehead!
Awesome vidya Debo, glad to se ya back in the game, i know its hard with grown up life happening, I feel ya on that, but yer vids are somwhat therapeutic for me personly, so thanks for that, Anyway I'd like to see a Duckett rod vs Ark rod...or Duckette vs a favorite rod.
GREAT viDebo, love the head to head gear reviews! It’s a shame the tatula XT doesn’t go sub 7’, I’d get both & mismatch them with the other’s reel to drive people crazy.
I own both Daiwa and Shimano rods and reels, love both companies.
I have the original SLX 7’2” Heavy and a Tatula XT 7’ MH cranking rod. Love them both. Thanks for the great content!
Just picked up a Daiwa Aird X rod and paired it with a Lews Speed Spool. My first baitcaster, took it out today and made 50 or so casts without a single wind knot. Love it and sure can’t beat the price for the quality of both products!
The aird x rods are nice . Definitely feels like a higher end rod. Love mine .
Big thumbs up for the awesome shirt Devon, I'm squating over my last buck in my icon photo !
You try the spinning version of the tatula xt? I just got that rod today and am so excited. It's the 7'3" medium in a spinning version to pair up next to my johnny morris carbon lite baitcasting rod with the lews speed spool lfs 30lb braid medium heavy 7'6" to do essentially everything I love to fish.
Thanks Debo. I have both as a spinning rod. Stradic/slx and a Tatula lt/xt for combos. Both are great combos, and a great value. ✌️😎🎣
My Tatula XT arrived, 7 foot medium fast action spinning. What a beautiful rod, balaces perfecly with my Revros 2500.
I've been looking forward to this $99 rod review. The closeups of the guides, reel seat, weighting the rods was helpful. The balance point of the SLX is a bit disappointing. I think the balance point of the Tatula was omitted. The Tatula looks likes it has the basic Fuji or Fuji clone guides. Before the review, I was leaning towards the SLX but the Tatula seems to have the edge.
Debo, your poor rod tips are scraping your ceiling. I got these rod tip protectors from Ali. They are a rod sleeve that protects the tip section.
Loves those head to head. Would love to see an slx vs tatula ct review
I recently purchased a few Diawa Tatula reels on Debos recommendations and I love them
The Slx rod and reels are amazing!! Not only just for bass. The reel is very versatile in any conditions and different species. I recently used an slx dc for some float bobber fishing for northern steelhead and it worked amazingly!! 15° outside as well. Although my dad was using a tutula and it worked great as well
Thanks for another great video. I've been holding off on picking up SLX combo. The more I watch your videos I feel more confident that I'm going to like the SLX. Debo how about a 13 Fishing origin 01 baitcaster/ Abu Garcia Revo x low profile . Have a great weekend and happy Easter
I’m admittedly a shimano fan boy but I have 4 of the tatula xt spinning rods and I think they are about the best rod you can buy right now for the $100 price point. If you get a bit crafty and shop sales or find discounts you should be able to get them for around $80 also.
Its gotta be good luck when a new videbo drops right as you head out to the garage to rig up for the weekend!!
Love how you put the Daiwa reel on the Shimano rod at 7:51. That oughta generate some hate mail from the purists! 😂😂😂
I just got the Fenwick bass elite. I love it! Its exactly what i was looking for. Basically an extra medium. Took three tries to get one that wasnt damaged from TW but im glad i kept trying. That SLX was gonna be my next choice if the fenwick didn't work out.
What about a comparison of entry level bait casting combos? Love the content
Great video Debo! I am a big fan of 13 Fishing Rods and would love to see what you think of the Fate Black, Omen Black 3/Meta, and/or Muse line of rods. Thanks
The reels are money but the rods are where they lack
@@jonah-n8lJust like the reels 13 rods can be hit and miss. The older Muses are some of the best rods for the money where other lines can be hit or miss. The spinning reels, particularly the older ones are trash. The casting reels seem to be pretty good. If I could get a concept tx in my hand, I would probably buy 1.
Great Video! I like both brands too. Both make quality. Zodias vs tatula elite. Would be a good watch. Megabass rods vs g loomis rods would be sick too.
Keep these type of videos coming!
I got a few of the SLX rods recently. 7’ MH F and a 7’5” MH XF. I like them so far. I actually caught my PB on the 7’ one paired with a Curado DC. They feel a bit softer than the Lews rods I am more used to using.
I just picked up the 7'5" medium heavy and the SLX 150a so far I am loving the feel in hand. Reminds me of nothing I have used. Cant wait to get it on the water.
Update: I had it on the water and I am blown away. I was using a top water hard bait and caught a monster of a bass (for me 3lb is a monster) had an amazing bend hooks stayed in the fish and with 17lb line it took it like a champ!
Gear talk is my favorite thing to watch you talk about.
If you palm your reels I think you will prefer the Daiwa. I personally prefer the trigger down lower like the Daiwa, but I palm all of my reels and don't have any fingers below the trigger. I run into the same issue with rods but for the complete opposite reason. Typically the triggers are too high up for me and I can't palm the reel comfortably. This makes ordering new rods online tough if you've never had your hands on them 😂 Great video Debo!
I would love to see an update on this with the new Lews TP2 rod at this price point.
I've "tested" the SLX and observing that you get what you pay for, I have been very happy with the Daiwa XT. The concern of 7'0" for jerkbait should include the offset by the short handle. Pretty good for kayaks. I use an 7' MF XT for jerk but also for squarebills. It is a fast tip but I've not lost any due to that. I liked this rod so much I jumped on $67 sale at Karls for two HF versions. Now a HF with the XT short handle is a No Bueno. Not good for punching or small swimbaits due to the short handle. I keep one for bottom baits and another for flipping. I agree with the finish and sensitivity. Owning higher $ rods, I don't think you can get better value that the weight and sensitivity of the XT.
Yea i just got the curado casting rod heavy action 7'5" with the spiral rape for 99 dollars from American legacy fishing its a great combo for my curado 200dc
Just watching this for fun, but I will say I bought a 7'5" Heavy Fast SLX. I love the thing. It's SO LIGHT, has an amazing backbone, tosses frogs, jigs, 6-8" swimbaits with NO EFFORT and a country mile. Seriously. I was barely moving the rod and launching a 6" magdraft 150ft into wind.
How do they compare to ark Lancer? Thought I saw you have used them at one point.
Hey Debo,
You should check out and do a review on the FX Custom Xtreme Angler rods.
They are available locally here at Fins & Feathers in IC.
Hey Debo, what’s your opinion on the 6’8” Daiwa Procyon medium fast spinning rod
Been fishing with the daiwa rod for a couple weeks now, my only real complaint is the short handle. I got a heavy action for swim baits and like having longer handle to help cast farther.
The balance thing you do is very important for walking 1/4 mile with 3 rods. Seriously. It makes a difference. A good combo balance lessens the chance that a treble hook finds your pants pocket/ leg. Distracted just a little, the combo pendulums away from the other two combos, and...
I use the SLX as my spinning rod and for the price really cant beat it! So light and durable
It’s funny how the reel seat can make a difference. I had the prior model slx and xt, liked the slx more only because of the trigger on the reel seat. Action/ sensitivity preferred the XT, but trigger really made it where I wasn’t grabbing the rod on a regular basis. Both are good rods for $99. ….. I wish rod companies would start their $99 rods at a 6’10” length and offer the 6’10” in a M, MH, and H. As a bank angler that length allows me to fit into smaller spaces and be able to use the rod to work various baits. Every rod I have that’s above the 6’10” it’s strictly for cast and retrieve only.
Great vid!!
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I have both and I do throw heavier applications on SLX but both are really good. Well worth the money
I think that, as far as the trigger on the rod, it depends on the reel. If your using a tatula reel you're not setting you finger on the line. Because you defeat the level wind of the reel. So your hand may be farther back anyway. Also the size of the user's hand also makes a difference. I personally think if I were looking for a worming rod, the slx, if I'm looking for a small swimbait, spiinner bait, chatter bait and light cranks, the tatula. In the specific rods you showcased. I also believe that in many cases, these rod companies tailor their equipment to work well within their wheelhouse so to speak. If you buy an slx rod, you can almost bet that their reels will work very well. Same said for daiwa. Like you said, depends on application, and preference. I find that in the rods I have, it depends what you're doing with it. And I don't stick to one brand either. Everybody has their niche stuff that just seem to nudge the others out depending what you're doing with it. And then there's the I just can't stand this thing thing. What feels good to one, may not to another. And then there's the I changed my idea on what feels good thing too. Fishing can be so subjective. Especially when the guy who's handlining is out fishing your ass!! lol But I really do have to agree on the whole micro guide idea. When you need a monocle just to thread your line through the guides!! Oh come on, that's just too small! I bought an ultralight rod for panfish, I didn't think about that. so now if a gnat lands on the line, it's all buggered up!! and yes I'm exaggerating, it usually takes a mosquito!! lol
That first cast in the video was pro. Also the St. Croix MoJo Bass rods are on sale around $99 very good rods love them
Great review, thank you!
How about a battle of the $100 reels - lews lfs vs slx?
Looks good! However, did ya realize the SLX had a Diawa reel on it?
Haven't tried a shimano rod, but from what I know of daiwa, they should be great for many years to come.
I have 2 of the orignal slx rods in 7'2mh and 7'2 heavy. I really like the mh it has decent sensitivity and loads up nicely but I am not a huge fan of the 7'2 heavy it's way to stiff for my liking. I have the 7'3 mh tatula xt as well and i like it all the same as the slx and use them both regularly. I tried using the 7'2 heavy as a frogging rod for a bit but it was just to uncomfortable and I didn't like the stiffness of the rod
I still really dig the Lew’s rods around that $99 mark, the IM8 blanks seems nice. I prefer them over my more expensive st croix. I also dig that bass pro Carbonlite whatever it’s called. I need to pick the shinano and daiwa rods up to try :)
I'd like to see a comparison between Falcon Bucoo and St.Croix Triumph series rods
Can you do a Bates hundo review?
Thanks for the content Debo
Nice review! Thanks.
The first gen slx rod looks better imo. Wish they would have incorporated cork like the old exage.
Shimano glf has cork and is 100. I like the look a lot
I've been on the hunt for a heavy spinning rod and can't find anything more than a medium heavy in the usual rod lines, anybody have suggestions on a spinning rod to throw 1oz-3oz twitching baits like jerkbaits?
Zenaq makes incredible heavy duty spinning rods but they are extremely expensive. I own a couple of them in my opinion some of the best rods on the planet.
What's that hat you've got on? I can't tell. It looks sharp though.
My first casting rod was the tatula XT 7’3 heavy for topwater. It was a work horse but I never liked the handle. The trigger comes to a point and is a lt a radical angle so it hurts your finger when bombing a frog. I’m a daiwa fanboy for sure but hate that rod now!
I just got the tatula 8’ rod. I am very happy with it for the price.
Just got my slx baitcasting reel. Now I need to pair it up with the slx rod. Thanks again for another great informative video DEBO....
I hate to say it but I'm not big on the Tatula XT. I love my Daiwa reels so I tried it but it just wasn't for me. I do like the SLX rods. But for $130 it's really hard to beat a Dobyns Fury or TFO TacticalBass
Correct! Once u hit 130-140$ dobins fury is king imo
WAIT how does the tatula balance???
Both solid options. Id still choose a st croix bass x over either one of them though at that price point
Damn Debo, growing out that beard I see. Honestly I kind of wish you would have compared multiple variations instead of just a single comparison.
For a $100 I prefer my the old TP-1's and new TPX-1 Lews rods over the SLX. The SLX gives me a cramp in my hand, they lean in a corner retired now.
I bought my first Daiwa product in 45 years, a Procyon AL. And if it doesn't suck I might have to check out their rods.
The Tatula looks so much better. If looks matter. I just ordered a Xt to pair with a Tatula SV reel.
I wanna get a Tatula. Nice looking rod.
Some guys are brand specific, some like to try everything. I know what I like and it’s Shimano!!😂
Ive got a shimano reelbon a diawa rod😂. The rest are diawa reels though. The slx xt is just too good to pass up for the $.
@@matthewotis3594u like to live on the edge!!!😂
I do have other brands, but it's Shimano all day.
@@tims_always_fishing7117 really can't miss with shimano. Or diawa.
@@skunkmaster2000 iits for sure a conversation starter. Not always a good conservation but...
Purchase 2 MH Shimano SLX bait casters in different lengths.
Both snapped approximately 12” from the tip while fighting fish.
Never had rods snapped like this.
I would not recommend these.
Got the hats, good match up, yea how about Dobbins Fury & St Croix Bass X.
Dobbins is a better rod in every aspect
like to see the head to head gear talk thanks for sharing
Nice vid. I have a slx on the way in the mail 🤙🤙🤙🤙
The slx has more specific actions , notably the 6'10 medium and the swimbait rods. For multipurpose fishing I prefer the tatula, especially the 7'0 mh f. That said I also prefer the ergonomics of the slx. I don't think one line is actually better, I think each line has rods that are better for specific things than the other.
I wish companies would make a series of baitcast rods without triggers. I’ve cut triggers off some annoying rods and sanded them down. Makes them way more comfortable. I think most rods are made for smaller hands. Triggers aren’t needed. I think I’ve seen Mud Hole Customs sell some triggerless handles.
I actually like both brands. I don't hate either. I probably lean Shimano overall, but who doesn't like Daiwa too?
Damn i was looking for a 100 dollar rod all day, almost went with slx to match my new reel but i didnt want XF action. Got a mojo bass for 110 on a nice sale, coming from an ugly stik combo haha
Big step up from the slx! Good find
@tims_always_fishing7117 thanks, I'm excited !
They are selling out the old models on cabelas for 120, 10 dollar off coupon if you sign up for email and free express shipping for some reason.
got the daiwa tatula cuz its pure black, looked sick
I brake my tips off when I high stick it🤦 I stop doing that.... Wasted some nice rods and made them smaller and more sensitive when shorted 🤫 it has less movement and slack in the tip now the rod can still do it's job putting fish on the bank. Shimano rod for me nice rods I like the- Aeroglass- fast Action- for my kid's strong and durable stuff. Both great rods.
I love micro guides with 15LB (0,14mm) braid..even if there are weeds in the water, I rather see it get stuck on guides (doesn't happen often) than go to my spool/reel
What do you think of the Dobyns Fury 733c in med heavy as a do it all rod. Thanks. Michael
That's and awesome rod for a lot of stuff!
Better rod than both of these
I am really upset with my slx A rod. I own a 7' MH fast. Feels heavy in hand when paired with my slx reel, its balance point is way tooooo high. Sensitivity is far away from what I expected from Shimano... For moving baits it might be ok, but if you are looking for a bottom contact lure rod I wouldn't recommend it. In addition, I think the older version looked so much cleaner compared to the newer slx A models, but that's just my opinion
Try palming it
Honestly really like my tatula xt, i got the 7'3" MHF
I just like the overall black look of the Tatula better.
I use both they are great rods to use
I have a quiver of 13 Defy Black and Omen rods and for the price ( $69 ), they can’t be beat! I find myself leaving my higher end Saint Croix rods at home when I go fishing. 🎣
Shimano clarus for same price….,, 10x better rod
@@jonah-n8l Yes. I have a Clarus spinning rod… good rod! I’ve had it for years. I just handed it down to my daughter 🎣
Do a load test
Tatula sv tw vs curado 150 mgl
I have both, love them both! The curado bombs light baits with a wrist flick. The tatula lets me put light lures exactly where I want in closer quarters, it even makes skipping effortless... Both crazy smooth and comfortable in hand. Choose what you choose, can't go wrong!!
I always need to fish a rod to have an opinion! So... I'm no help! 😂 never fished either of those!