So, I just wanted to take a sec to say I really like and appreciate watching your videbos. I esp. like the actual fishing videbos, but also ones doing your unboxings and reviews. Not looking for a shout out, but I went down back on Dec 9, 2021 with covid delta, went into a pneumonia coma on a tracheotomy, and woke up 2 1/2 weeks ago. My wife Meganne is an absolute angel, the strongest woman ever, and I'll be in the hospital now at least another mth. Watching your videbos really helps pass the time and keeps me a little sane, lol. Keep up the great work as I'll keep working real hard to get back walking, talking, and feeshing soon! Ty
Aaron Martins said he always got a kick out of iaconelli sprinting front the front of the boat to the back when setting hook (because his reel ratio was so low). Debo, Thanks for the shout-out, always appreciate your content and with the lakes frozen, it’s nice to have fishing related vids to check out 👊
Love all your gear reviews Debo. Huge fan of Lews so I was excited for this one. Awhile back you said you were switching backpacks for 2022, looking forward to seeing what you use
I had a 10:1 reel for last season as my punching/frogging rod, also used it for topwater, it had a ton of power and ability to crank stuff out of the junk, but then again, I don't live in Florida where its 20lbs of weeds + a bass. It did end up eating itself and breaking after a year though. Love the racin' red color!
Which reel? Only one I've heard of that fast is the KastKing Speed Demon Elite. I bought one and it was junk. I picked up this reel to take its place. I like high speed for flipping and pitching. Nothing more frustrating than trying to catch up to a fish that is racing toward you lol
@@mmancino1982 You guessed it! I picked it up when it was on kickstarter or whatever for half price, waited about 11 months to get it, and it came ungreased, the spool tensioner broke just over the course of one season. While it worked, it worked well! I replaced it just last month with an Abu Garcia Revo AL-F, which feels really nice. Can't wait to try it!
@@HawkFishingandOutdoors nice. I'm disappointed in KK. I really wanted to like them. I have two rods: the Speed Demon Pro the Spirale and they've both been excellent but the reels have just totally turned me off. They should stick to rods, tools and accessories.
Love the gear review videos. Highest speed I use is an 8:3:1 speed. Use it for froggin and pitch flip. This reel from Lew’s is a burner! Like to hear what you have to say about it after getting some use with it.
Been using revo rockets, 3 of the gen3 rockets and a gen4 10.1.1. I know the old school guys like the torque but pitching out right in front of you or with a frog you've got a beefy rod. Use the power of the rod to pull em out.
I’ve try a 9 speed with a chatter bait , just to see and it was so fast it started bringing the lure up to the surface , only under the water by a few inch.
Dang, bringing in a yard stick of line is wild when you put it like that. I do own a 8 to 1 though & doesn't seem too intense. Thanks for videos. Have a good one!
Gear reviews are how I make my decisions on purchases, and yours are super informative. (My criteria for aluminum frames and side plates is your doing. 😂) Not at the $200 price point yet for my rods or reels, but I am a Lews fan, so we’ll see what the future holds!
That reel is a real beauty, I guess once you do some on the water test, we'll know if it's just a pretty face, but being that it's a Lew's, I'm sure it's very capable. My most recent purchase is the Daiwa Tatula 100, got it just before reel prices went up. I really like this reel, and I think it would be a good one to review.
That red reminds me of the previous Quantum KVD reels. I'm not sold on the hyper-speed reels in general yet. Will be interesting to see how it holds up after a season.
I like the red colour of this reel. I always loved the red colour of an old ABU round casting reel, I think it was an Ambassador 6500 c3 from the 80's.
I use a 8.1 for frogging.....never had ''torque'' issuses. It's not a Lews...only non Lews reel that i own. That red is sweet though. Just got a BB1 Pro...can't wait to try that baby! Tournement Pro is my fave so far. My Crush is starting to die...might be it's last season...who knows what my next Lews will be.....
I went from 6.4 and less to a 7.5 and threw a spinner bait. First few casts it looked more like a buzz bait. Had to really slow myself down. Now I love the 7.5. Not sure what I would do with 8.1 or 9.5. Love the color and yes I loved the 13 orange reel as well.
Hey there, ive been running around trying to get this answer elsewhere. On the BB1Pro, do you adjust the internal brakes at all? I know with other lews models you can/have to open up and set the internal brake. But I cant determine if the brakes are adjusted internally on the BB1pro or just set it externally. Thanks
Can you make a video discussing right vs left baitcasting reels? You touched on it here for second. Are you more efficient right or left handed? Are different techniques easier? What side would you recommend a newb? Thanks!
Nice pickup debo! I'm tempted to get the kastking speed demon elite in a 10:5 this year. Finally got around to using the og speed demon last year decent amount & haven't had any problems at all. Just about anywhere I fish is shallow river. Hope spring weather comes in soon & ol winter out, almost here already!
Thanks for the interesting review. Still rocking two different series of Abu Garcia’s revo rocket! Either one has missed a beat yet. Speaking of frogging new combo can’t wait to freeesh it. But casting on the snow mmm emptying spool with heavier 🐸.
Excited for this one! That looks great on that rod. I'm anxious to see what ya think. I really liked my 8:1 Tatula CT for frogging. It could definitely use a larger handle. I'd love to see a Lew's comparison video. Starting with the Classic Pro and hit each price point up to the $250+ range.
That Samano Carado LH is so hard to find. Everyone keeps them. Yes. Im still looking for one. But I don't think this Lews will compare. Love the handle upgrade and smaller size. Have not had a good run with Lews. We'll see if you approve.
Kast king makes some lower end budget reels such as the valiant eagle and Spartacus 2, both under 50 dollars and I’ve noticed there isn’t any good review videos on them.
great review! i defiantly like the reel! it looks sweet, personally i would buy it seems like a better made fast gear ratio reel then the kastking speed demon that reel i have had nothing but problems with
I love high speed reels , but I did run into situations that the speed is so fast the lures can’t dive down deep enough , it kept bringing it to the surface or sub-surface .
It's a Lew's!!!!!! That's a plus. Color?? Beautiful!!!! 9.5 gear ratios........ I'm not sure. I love Lew's bought 2 this past year. All my gear is red and black. Didn't do it on purpose. Just like that contrast. I'm curious to see how it performs on the water. I do have a 7.2-1 ratio geared Lew's but I needed it for those fish that like to run straight at you and you have to reel like a mad man to catch up just for a hook set. I probably will get one, it's a Lew's product. But I'll wait to see how it fares with time. Besides,..... sharpen those hooks or buy super sticky hooks, it'll help with hooksets on those graphite bobied reels. When I changed my hooks for super sharp ones, it actually helped me not have to slam each bite. Quick sweep sets work better for me. Keeping in mind that I fish a ton of finesse stuff. Sweep sets don't alert everybody around me that I'm on a good bite then get crowded out of the spot. Great video Debo 👊
Question do the gears feel underpowered, I’ve yet to find a hs bait caster that you can’t feel the lure on the return. I had a zillion 10 sv and it was almost there but could still feel the lure.
I think anglers confuse their priorities- I think the rod is what really matters. Give me a high-end rod and I'm good with a 50-dollar reel tbh. I love the Abu Garcia Black Max- started out using the thing when I was younger and I've been using one ever since. I also run higher end gear and I love it but- there's a special place in my heart for the Black Max I guess. Anyway- that isn't my point- my point is that we should really spend more on and worry more about the rod than we do our reels- imo. The right rod can totally change your fishing experience. I was trying to throw a jerk bait on a cheaper rod- got a chance to pick up a Shimano x-pride 6'10" medium and use it for one trip- man what a difference. No more having to stress over whether or not I'm over working my bait, am I letting it coast between jerks, etc.- it was just effortless and it fished perfectly. I caught far more than I normally do fishing a jerk bait- and it was all due to the rod. My arms didn't get tired, I had a blast all day.
That Hyperspeed is looking really good - that’s FAST! Nice add to your collection for sure! Like I said in IG, I absolutely love the red/black pairing on my combos. Can the color scheme increase your confidence? I think so, like a new out of shoes can make you run faster! 😂 EVA knobs are okay, but I like my WINN grips. That keeper is really nice though. I’m not always a fan of where they’re positioned on the rods, so having the option to secure baits on the reel keeper is pretty cool. Nice overall review, can’t wait to see you on the water with it Debo!👊🏻💥🎣
I have the lews hyper speed I think it’s made very well I’am not impressed with the handle tension when turning a lipless, a fair amount of friction. I bought for grass lipless it might be great for a buzz bait. I have lews 8.3 and 9. Red rockets with a lot less drag on cranking. Pinion to drive gear ratio could possibly use a little tweaking .. other then that a great reel
Debo Academy Sports has a 25% OFF all rods until Monday. Dang the Mrs is going to get mad. Bought several Diawa rods. Thinking about going back to buy a Shimano SLX rod.
HI Darren, a bigger handle doesn't change the gear ratio. It increases the torque you can put on the reel, which to me if you're not careful it could put to much on the internals!
So, I just wanted to take a sec to say I really like and appreciate watching your videbos. I esp. like the actual fishing videbos, but also ones doing your unboxings and reviews.
Not looking for a shout out, but I went down back on Dec 9, 2021 with covid delta, went into a pneumonia coma on a tracheotomy, and woke up 2 1/2 weeks ago.
My wife Meganne is an absolute angel, the strongest woman ever, and I'll be in the hospital now at least another mth.
Watching your videbos really helps pass the time and keeps me a little sane, lol. Keep up the great work as I'll keep working real hard to get back walking, talking, and feeshing soon! Ty
Aaron Martins said he always got a kick out of iaconelli sprinting front the front of the boat to the back when setting hook (because his reel ratio was so low). Debo, Thanks for the shout-out, always appreciate your content and with the lakes frozen, it’s nice to have fishing related vids to check out 👊
Love all your gear reviews Debo. Huge fan of Lews so I was excited for this one. Awhile back you said you were switching backpacks for 2022, looking forward to seeing what you use
I had a 10:1 reel for last season as my punching/frogging rod, also used it for topwater, it had a ton of power and ability to crank stuff out of the junk, but then again, I don't live in Florida where its 20lbs of weeds + a bass. It did end up eating itself and breaking after a year though. Love the racin' red color!
Which reel? Only one I've heard of that fast is the KastKing Speed Demon Elite. I bought one and it was junk. I picked up this reel to take its place. I like high speed for flipping and pitching. Nothing more frustrating than trying to catch up to a fish that is racing toward you lol
@@mmancino1982 You guessed it! I picked it up when it was on kickstarter or whatever for half price, waited about 11 months to get it, and it came ungreased, the spool tensioner broke just over the course of one season. While it worked, it worked well! I replaced it just last month with an Abu Garcia Revo AL-F, which feels really nice. Can't wait to try it!
@@HawkFishingandOutdoors nice. I'm disappointed in KK. I really wanted to like them. I have two rods: the Speed Demon Pro the Spirale and they've both been excellent but the reels have just totally turned me off. They should stick to rods, tools and accessories.
Abu Garcia Rocket is a 10.1:1 ratio reel. But it’s $320, which to me is a good bit higher than what I want in my whole rod and reel setup.
@@duanebledsoe7566 I've got a bad taste in my mouth from Abu products. Had a series of lemons and hard to being myself to try again lol
Seems like a nice reel. Great video once again Debo. Have a good one 👊🏻
Love the color if works as well as it looks.
Great video! What a hotrod of a reel! I kinda wish more reels had the speed keepers. Can't wait to see you haul in a froggin toad on it!
Have you played with the curado mgl 150? Leaning that way right now for my next reels. Id like to hear what you think.
Thanks for the review. This kind of information is so useful and interesting. Thanks again Debo!
I have been looking at getting the lews BB1 pro reel for throwing crankbaits
The HyperSpeed is built like a tank. Looking forward to the frogging torture test in spring.
Love the gear review videos. Highest speed I use is an 8:3:1 speed. Use it for froggin and pitch flip. This reel from Lew’s is a burner! Like to hear what you have to say about it after getting some use with it.
Looks great your new Corvette reel Debo , like the color too !
I love the Tennessee hat behind you!
Go Vols!
Looking forward for you on the water verdict for this reel! Been eyeing this reel as well!!
Having something that fast can definitely help in certain applications! I do love my LfS. Thanks Debo!
Have no Lew's reels but love the Speed stick with a Quantum Smoke S3 reel on it. So many different reels out there I can't decide!
Dude the S3 reels are badass. My punching reel.
Good review Debo!!
I love lews reels. Lews is the only company I buy my reels from
Shimano??
I prefer lews over shimano personally
@@TheHankoutdoors I honestly only have casted a lews acouple times, I'm just a Shimano, Daiwa snob
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I use to Daiwa / Shimano. Tried Lew’s several years back,and haven’t stopped. Lew’s #1
Another great gear review! Love the channel.
Been using revo rockets, 3 of the gen3 rockets and a gen4 10.1.1. I know the old school guys like the torque but pitching out right in front of you or with a frog you've got a beefy rod. Use the power of the rod to pull em out.
I’ve try a 9 speed with a chatter bait , just to see and it was so fast it started bringing the lure up to the surface , only under the water by a few inch.
Solid video and review! Great use of the graphics on the pros/cons. I’m a big Lews fan.
Need to get this reels for my salmon float fishing setup. That speed is awesome.
Excellent review Debo! Very sharp looking reel!
Sweet reel and review. Love it!
I loved that review. Now I have to wait until Black Friday!
I will use the reel for crankbats👍
Where can you get the power handles ?? Love the color.
Great Review Rebo, I just got one. Would you review Dobyns Champion XP Rods? Thanks man.
Nice review Debo! Just like everything else. It all boils down to preference. Have always liked Lews reels. Love the “pros vs cons “ Keep’um comin!!!👊
For a frog reel, I go for a 6.1ish gear ratio. The vegetation gets real thick out here in AZ during the summer, so you need the torque.
Would love to see you fish it with stock handle then with the aftermarket handle. Just so you can say definitively if it is needed with this reel.
cant wait to hear about it from you
Dang, bringing in a yard stick of line is wild when you put it like that. I do own a 8 to 1 though & doesn't seem too intense. Thanks for videos. Have a good one!
What a sharp looking reel! Might have to grab this for my frog or punch reel.
Did you say 9.5:1? That’s quick. I just picked up an 8.1:1. Can’t even imagine 9.5:1. .... great video review
Love the vids
Had this reel in hand yesterday at Bass Pro. I’m on the fence. I’m hoping to use this reel topwater, punching, exc.
Great looking reel man. Great review. I been using the bb1 8.1 ratio for my frogging
Gear reviews are how I make my decisions on purchases, and yours are super informative. (My criteria for aluminum frames and side plates is your doing. 😂)
Not at the $200 price point yet for my rods or reels, but I am a Lews fan, so we’ll see what the future holds!
I'd love to see you review a KAYAK!! 😎
Nice review Debo. If you do put on the longer gomexus handles, would that increase the speed of the reel even more? That’d truly be a burner of a reel
Looks good!! Great video!
That reel looks bomb!
Really wish it had the winn grips for the handles like the hypermag you showed.
That thing looks pretty slick. Haven't had a reel over 8:1 so I have no idea how that would feel. But now I want one.
Got mine and tested it out with a buzzbait yesterday. Still way too cold for that craic but, I think it'll be brilliant come summer.
That reel is a real beauty, I guess once you do some on the water test, we'll know if it's just a pretty face, but being that it's a Lew's, I'm sure it's very capable. My most recent purchase is the Daiwa Tatula 100, got it just before reel prices went up. I really like this reel, and I think it would be a good one to review.
Cool reel! I want to see expride rod review and for a reel curado mgl k 70 if you have one.
That red reminds me of the previous Quantum KVD reels. I'm not sold on the hyper-speed reels in general yet. Will be interesting to see how it holds up after a season.
I like the red colour of this reel. I always loved the red colour of an old ABU round casting reel, I think it was an Ambassador 6500 c3 from the 80's.
I use a 8.1 for frogging.....never had ''torque'' issuses. It's not a Lews...only non Lews reel that i own. That red is sweet though. Just got a BB1 Pro...can't wait to try that baby! Tournement Pro is my fave so far. My Crush is starting to die...might be it's last season...who knows what my next Lews will be.....
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i like the editing on this man🤘🏽
That new Lew's slp or whatever that new skipping and pitching reel I really wanna pick that up
That is a beautiful reel.
I went from 6.4 and less to a 7.5 and threw a spinner bait. First few casts it looked more like a buzz bait. Had to really slow myself down. Now I love the 7.5. Not sure what I would do with 8.1 or 9.5. Love the color and yes I loved the 13 orange reel as well.
Recently picked up the SLX XT and likely pairing it with the Fury rod. The thaw cant come soon enough!
I’ve always used high speed and have never had torque issues
Hey there, ive been running around trying to get this answer elsewhere. On the BB1Pro, do you adjust the internal brakes at all? I know with other lews models you can/have to open up and set the internal brake. But I cant determine if the brakes are adjusted internally on the BB1pro or just set it externally. Thanks
Can you do a review of the lew s hyper mag spinning reel
Love the gear reviews homie!!
That reel looks sweet!
More rod reviews too. 👌
Nice brother can't wait to see you tie in on one
Can you make a video discussing right vs left baitcasting reels? You touched on it here for second. Are you more efficient right or left handed? Are different techniques easier? What side would you recommend a newb? Thanks!
Nice pickup debo! I'm tempted to get the kastking speed demon elite in a 10:5 this year. Finally got around to using the og speed demon last year decent amount & haven't had any problems at all. Just about anywhere I fish is shallow river. Hope spring weather comes in soon & ol winter out, almost here already!
I have the SDE and have had a very bad experience both with the reel and KK's customer service
Im with you on that paint job it is awesome looking! I personally like higher gear ratios for bottom baits and topwater.
Thanks for the interesting review. Still rocking two different series of Abu Garcia’s revo rocket! Either one has missed a beat yet. Speaking of frogging new combo can’t wait to freeesh it. But casting on the snow mmm emptying spool with heavier 🐸.
I like it looks sweet. Love the review videos. Appreciate you Debo.
Excited for this one! That looks great on that rod. I'm anxious to see what ya think. I really liked my 8:1 Tatula CT for frogging. It could definitely use a larger handle. I'd love to see a Lew's comparison video. Starting with the Classic Pro and hit each price point up to the $250+ range.
Looks like an awesome reel, I would definitely be interested in this for buzzbaits and other topwaters. Awesome vid as usual Debo!
I like the Reel Reviews and would like to see a good Honest 13 Fishing Concept Reel Review.
What was the brand of the bigger handle did you said your running on the reel?
I love the color 😍
That Samano Carado LH is so hard to find. Everyone keeps them. Yes. Im still looking for one. But I don't think this Lews will compare. Love the handle upgrade and smaller size. Have not had a good run with Lews. We'll see if you approve.
I would honestly take that Hyperspeed over the Tournament LFS lol.. I like that and amazing Review my friend
Kast king makes some lower end budget reels such as the valiant eagle and Spartacus 2, both under 50 dollars and I’ve noticed there isn’t any good review videos on them.
Hey, I just watched your video about refurbishing the old baitcaster that you father owned. Ryobi v-max
I have a few questions because I am in the same process right now.
great info, disappointing it will not be available in Canada. shipping to Canada from Tackle warehouse is not cost effective.
Another fire vid 👊🏻🔥
great review! i defiantly like the reel! it looks sweet, personally i would buy it seems like a better made fast gear ratio reel then the kastking speed demon that reel i have had nothing but problems with
How long will it be a tackle warehouse exclusive? I want one but I won't order from TW anymore.
I have Nealy every reel that lews makes I bought 2.I have not had a Lews reel I was disappointed with
Hello Debo can you review the abu Garcia Veritas plx te
Thank u for the input
I love high speed reels , but I did run into situations that the speed is so fast the lures can’t dive down deep enough , it kept bringing it to the surface or sub-surface .
Sweet l like that candy red
It's a Lew's!!!!!! That's a plus. Color?? Beautiful!!!! 9.5 gear ratios........ I'm not sure. I love Lew's bought 2 this past year. All my gear is red and black. Didn't do it on purpose. Just like that contrast. I'm curious to see how it performs on the water. I do have a 7.2-1 ratio geared Lew's but I needed it for those fish that like to run straight at you and you have to reel like a mad man to catch up just for a hook set. I probably will get one, it's a Lew's product. But I'll wait to see how it fares with time. Besides,..... sharpen those hooks or buy super sticky hooks, it'll help with hooksets on those graphite bobied reels. When I changed my hooks for super sharp ones, it actually helped me not have to slam each bite. Quick sweep sets work better for me. Keeping in mind that I fish a ton of finesse stuff. Sweep sets don't alert everybody around me that I'm on a good bite then get crowded out of the spot. Great video Debo 👊
Question do the gears feel underpowered, I’ve yet to find a hs bait caster that you can’t feel the lure on the return. I had a zillion 10 sv and it was almost there but could still feel the lure.
my local tackle shop sells the old lfs that you have for $80 😏 might have to pick up a few they seem like a solid reel
I’m not a bait caster guy, but that looks fire 🔥
Something to think about is if it doesn't work for frog fishing or buzz bait. Would be good for jerk baits.
I think anglers confuse their priorities- I think the rod is what really matters. Give me a high-end rod and I'm good with a 50-dollar reel tbh. I love the Abu Garcia Black Max- started out using the thing when I was younger and I've been using one ever since. I also run higher end gear and I love it but- there's a special place in my heart for the Black Max I guess. Anyway- that isn't my point- my point is that we should really spend more on and worry more about the rod than we do our reels- imo.
The right rod can totally change your fishing experience. I was trying to throw a jerk bait on a cheaper rod- got a chance to pick up a Shimano x-pride 6'10" medium and use it for one trip- man what a difference. No more having to stress over whether or not I'm over working my bait, am I letting it coast between jerks, etc.- it was just effortless and it fished perfectly. I caught far more than I normally do fishing a jerk bait- and it was all due to the rod. My arms didn't get tired, I had a blast all day.
Question...is it worth $20 more than the venerable and excellent shimano 8.5 curado 200k?
That Hyperspeed is looking really good - that’s FAST! Nice add to your collection for sure!
Like I said in IG, I absolutely love the red/black pairing on my combos. Can the color scheme increase your confidence? I think so, like a new out of shoes can make you run faster! 😂
EVA knobs are okay, but I like my WINN grips. That keeper is really nice though. I’m not always a fan of where they’re positioned on the rods, so having the option to secure baits on the reel keeper is pretty cool.
Nice overall review, can’t wait to see you on the water with it Debo!👊🏻💥🎣
What are the power handle called again
I have the lews hyper speed I think it’s made very well I’am not impressed with the handle tension when turning a lipless, a fair amount of friction. I bought for grass lipless it might be great for a buzz bait. I have lews 8.3 and 9. Red rockets with a lot less drag on cranking. Pinion to drive gear ratio could possibly use a little tweaking .. other then that a great reel
Debo Academy Sports has a 25% OFF all rods until Monday. Dang the Mrs is going to get mad. Bought several Diawa rods. Thinking about going back to buy a Shimano SLX rod.
Does the bigger handle increase or decrease the ratio?
HI Darren, a bigger handle doesn't change the gear ratio. It increases the torque you can put on the reel, which to me if you're not careful it could put to much on the internals!
more gear reviews!