Shimano Bantam MGL REVIEW: The Good, the Great, the Meh...and the quirks Full review & Autopsy
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- Shimano Bantam MGL REVIEW: The Good, the Great, the Meh...and the quirks Full review & Autopsy
Wow....Is all I gotta say....Not many reels made nowadays have the fit finish and feel of this winch... *At any price
Although it's an absolutely brilliant reel. There are a few key areas that could be improved.
Lets find out what this beast is all about!
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I have heard a lot of good things about the Bantam MGL from my friends even to the point of recommending me to buy one, mainly on the premium feel in your hand because of the aluminum frame. I haven't done so yet, for one I do have a problem with the noisy cast issue, partly due to the short distance from the spool to the levelwind, but probably more to do with how small the hole of the line guide is. This happens in pretty much most Shimano low profiles especially when you are using a wiry line such as Daiwa J-Braid x4 which I have on my Curado K and I just don't like it. The problem is probably exaggerated when you fish Daiwas with the T-Wing. I find that you get spoiled by the TWS which is totally silent on the cast. It bothers me so much whereby I don't even use my Curado K anymore. I am thinking of changing all my lines to an 8-carrier braid which might sort out the issue. I don't use 8-strand because of its lack of abrasion resistance. But, with Daiwa coming out with the J-Braid Grand, I am willing to give it a try when is in stock in December. The other issue I have like with a lot of Shimano reels is it only comes with an 84mm handle. 84mm to me is unfishable. I can live with 90mm whereby I can then take my time to decide whether I want to upgrade it to 100mm which is what I ultimately prefer and have in most of my reels. But, when you give me an 84mm handle stock right out of the box, you are basically forcing me to upgrade it right away. For a $350 reel, that makes it kind of expensive, but mainly I just don't want to be forced whereby is not even an option.
Nah, so the Bantam is off my list. I will most likely get the Curado DC, it is only around US$183 in Asia which is essentially the cost of a Curado K. They can't charge you US$250 in Asia when the Scorpion DC is only US$260 which comes with the more advanced I-DC5 as compared to the I-DC4 in the Curado DC.
Alex Fu if you don’t like the curado k your not going to like the dc version. The bantam is in a league of its own and is quite on the cast compared to daiwa and abu
I am still out on the use of plastic in the levelwind area whether it be pawl or worm, this area is exposed to a lot of abrasives and can easily be worn using softer/weaker materials.
get better 8 carrier braid. keep wiry for heavy cover
@@user-nx8vp5sy5d it's not a simple plastic worm gear, if you would put it into a metal frame really tight and spin it over time the metal would be eaten away and that worm gear still be fine.. so it saves weight and don't compromises durability.. and about long term, there is more problems with daiwa when we're talking about replacement parts, no problemo to find and buy it for shimano. :) This bantam outlast any daiwa, and any shimano or any abu low-profile baitcaster, because of full metal frame and full metal frame comes with better internal part tolerances. Biscally a round reel in a low-profile form.
@@gvidasgi2480 daiwa has much more aluminium frame model than shimano. do your research.
No matter what Reel you bring to the table it’s still awesome to hear your knowledge and important parts that most people overlook Thx for your time
This is the most legit reel coverage channel period...appreciate the time and effort!
Clicked on this video and thought 1 hour video, damn clear my schedule. Watched it and said damn wish it was 2 hours. One of your best IMO. BTW you talk about getting sidetracked but I really enjoy the tangents you go on. If you want a good laugh check out Reeltests Curado DC on the water video. Be good.
Damn it. I miss your reviews. Watching other reel reviewers, and then your video comes up, and I literally said out loud "damn I miss you" (after a few beers mind you) Thanks for all the time you put in for all your videos. Hope your recent endeavors are fulfilling and you can spare some time for some more wisdom and quips for us.
Best reviews of fishing tackle anywhere on the internet = tackle advisors!!!!
Great review! Love my Bantam XG. I think that drain hole on the palming side plate is specifically for water that enters where the brake dial is only. Also, on 30 pound power pro braid, I can cast a weightless 4" yum dinger 30 yards with the flick of the wrist on the G Loomis 843C medium heavy, fast action rod. Might not do as good with fluorocarbon, but I feel like this reel is a better caster than people are giving it credit for.
Per the usual, great review. Watched from beginning to end. Don’t know that I’ve ever seen you give a reel this much love. Probably going to have to get one now. Damn you!
Another great video!!!
What was the diawa you held up in the 36 minute range comparing it to the bantam? Saving up to rebuild my arsenal when I move to Florida next year. Will be throwing baits from trick worms to big swimbaits. Have my swimbait reels already so trying to decide on the balance of reels now (about 10 reels) while keeping it within the Shimano and Diawa families. Did a demo on the bantam and loved it. Trying to figure out which Diawa to blend in with the bantams I plan to puchase. Thanks!!!
By the way the rambling is also informative so don't feel guilty for adding additional valuable information. lol
Hey David. That was a steez sv tws. Which has proven to be my go to everything reel other than bfs (but it's comfy at 1/8 and down to close to 1/16 stock) and large swimbaits I'll still throw gantarels on it though. Thanks man! Everytime I sit at the bench i say to myself....5 mins max.....55mins later I'm like DAMNIT....lol
Tackle Advisors I noticed in one of your vids you did a modification on the Steez SV breaking system where you ground down one of the parts. I demoed a Steez SV and a Steez A TW and preferred the Steez without the SV. Just curious of your thoughts on the SV and why the modification to the reel?
Thanks!
you are truly a great tackle advisor
I love your videos, thank you for putting out quality content. I wish I can find someone like you to service reels 😉
I bought mine for pitching jigs, punching and frogging, not long casts. Usually those techniques that call for a long cast don’t call for a tank of a reel and this is a tank of a reel.
Now this is the review I've been waiting for!!!
You should do a chronarch mgl. Love your vids !
I watched this entire video on my data because your videos are awesome keep up the quality work
Thanks brotha!!!! I intentionally rendered it in 1080p instead of 4k taking data consumption into consideration. (filmed and edited in 4k 100 Mbps
Great review! The time you put into making these videos is greatly appreciated.
I picked up 2 of them , to me it’s a rock solid reel and thank you for the great review👍👍as always, and also getting into specs of the reel
Wow the difference in innovation over the years from the original to the new bantam is an interesting thing to see. Love your vids are executed in the way you explain things differences and advantages you are the first person I go to for a review of a reel before I buy it.
I have this reel and all I can say is wow. Most connected reel I have ever owned. I love my Chronarchs from all generation and especially my MGL. I don’t have any issues with the cast ability of this beast Bantam!!
If I had to guess why the Al Micro Module gears are blowing out I’d say it had to do with the rim of the gear flexing as the load tried to force the gears apart. The magnesium frame of the Metanium probably doesn’t help in that regard. Funny thing about high pitch/low module gears is they are very smooth but extremely sensitive to having the proper mesh set and maintained. Any flex that changes the mesh under load and the gears are shot.
Love the review, I still have my original bantam with the rosewood handle knobs too. Was my first high end bass reel back in the day.
I have a decent arsenal of bait casters. Shimano standard SLX a JDM SLX DC 70 a JDM Scorpion MGL a Curado DC also have a Daiwa Tatula CT “new model” and a Tatula Elite P/F “I use it for everything just got that model for the smaller spool and the handle and knobs, Great frogging reel!” Also have an Abu Revo premier and a lower end Revo S and finally “my least favorite” a Lew’s tournament MP. I’m in love with this reel. Thinking about picking one up! Great video. Answered all my questions and concerns!
If I took apart a reel I would have to buy a new one cuz I could never remember how to put back together
The shorter the teeth, the smoother it will feel. The deeper deeth need bevel cuts along the teeth edges to roll off the main gear a little less "geary" as you say. Imagine: if you had no teeth on the gear, just using friction, you'd feel no gear buzz. The deeper you cut the teeth in, the fewer teeth can be permitted on the gear! Fewer teeth means bumpier transitions since just as much energy has to be transmitted across the harder working fewer teeth, and so you pick up the gear vibe. Micro module solves that with tiny cuts but at the loss of strength, which is all the more reason for at least brass, if not bronze gearing (stronger still). For the trade off, I'll take the weight gain of bronze over aluminum every single time, especially in saltwater. I hope you read this, TA. Great work, you. You should get the Nobel Gear prize from the iCAST commission. Yes yes!
Bronze!!!
Fantastic review!!
Talking about heavy reel, the Bantam XG version 8:1 weight at 250 gram which is the same as my older Daiwa Aggrest 100SHL and pose the same problem with levelwind being to close to the spool but for me it is not a big deal for both reel, but i found that Daiwa Aggrest spool the line to the right side which is troublesome.
Everybody have their own opinion but i judge reel based on how responsive the braking system and how well the cast consistency is and then came to the weight and how well the parts hold against fishing enviroment. I abused all my reels but still do regular maintenance with the result as follow:
-Abu Garcia Pro Max 3L the pinion gear rub against the body until it support it self and making a noise. The reel only last 3 years.
-Pflueger Criterion jamed but no brake parts, tried everything didn't work. The reel last 1 year.
-Kuying Thunder with BFS spool. The spool deformed, the spring holding the thumb bar broke, the line spool to the middle. The reel last 3 months.
-Shimano Caius 20, the only issue is the levelwind, the line spool to the right side.
-Shimano Salty One, same issue with Caius 201.
-Scorpion BFS XG i found it has a black main gear and plastic worm gear and the levelwind cup or whatever people called are the same as regular scorpion and Curado it is not as smooth as 2016 Aldebaran BFS but that black main gear give me a bit confident when fish in saltwater so i switch my Aldebaran BFS as freshwater special reel and both great with straight 60 meter max 0.16mm-0.18mm Nylon and Fluoro.
Sorry if i get side track and sorry for my english.
Bought this reel a while ago, insanely good for arigs, oversized cranks. It doesn’t transfer the water resistance through the reel. I got the 8:5:1 and have to keep making mental notes to slow down. Handled many stripers in the 5-12lb range like it was a 200-300 series Calcutta. Favorite reel I’ve ever had. Other than my old Calcutta 200 Gt sf
Is the reel still holding up?
Good to see the z get an chance. Tons of people bashed it. I feel like all the freshwater bass fishermen forgot that people fish saltwater bass. Imo that is environment the concept Z shines in. When I buy a concept TX I'll try to send it in for review and tear down.
I know its been out for a few years now so I wonder what people think that are still using this reel. It'sa JDM model and I can't pick up one to touch here in Australia so your videos on reel breakdowns is vitamin me deciding to buy one. I have pulled the trigger and have ordered one from Japan.
Thinking about pairing this with a 7’3” heavy for frogging and jigging. Seems like a sweet reel.
Exactly what I did with mine🤙🏾
@@newera_tb7294 I actually ended up getting the 6:1 and have been using it for cranks. I think it’s my favorite reel, even more than the new Metanium!
@@hunterbull7804 The Terminator🦾
Love the vids man
You had to say it reminds you of your Calcutta 200 TE DC. Now I definitely want one 😊👍
I’m with you on the “smooth” description. Every....single.....reel.....I’ve seen reviewed has been described as “smooth”. 1 time out of 100, you’ll hear someone say “it’s more robust than smooth”
Every time a reviewer says “it’s smooth”, I just think “ooooo....it is now, is it?”
I hate saying it.. But it's gotta be said sometimes... But there is so much more than just smoove... You get it!
Another grist video snd reel review video! Just wish the pirive point of this reel, was cheaper! Is it suitable for salt water? Thanks George
About time!!!
She is a beauty! Strongly considering selling off a rod and a few other reels to buy this one. The all aluminum frame and mgl spool are enticing. 😍
It looks like a cylon from battlestar galactica....That hole is to keep pressure from building up and forming a vacuum so that o ring sideplate doesn't suction to the side.
Thanks a lot, awesome review as always! Which one is up next?
I hate to break it to you but you do things a lot a bit different lol but that’s why I love your videos !
LOL.....Thanks Brotha!
After taking my new Bantam apart, the pawl isn’t plastic. It’s Metal.
On mine the only problem I have is like you said the senko or very light weight and figured it was because just of heavy duty it’s built
Great vid👍👍 Hey have you ever did a vid or owned the 2017 Simano scorpion Dc?
Any chance you can confirm the JDM version has brass gears instead of aluminum? If the JDM version has brass gears, it's the one I want.
I'm looking for the JDM only 5.5:1 gear ratio but not with aluminum gears. Apparently, they do not offer the slower 5.5:1 ratio in the US market.
I have one of the earliest Shimano Bantam 100 reels mint in box. Unfortunately, it's missing the manual and the box is far from mint.
I don't use it but sometimes take it out just to remind me of how things were way back then. Low profile bait-casters have come a long way in the past few decades. I will be buying a JDM Bantam MGL PG shortly. I doubt I'll use it much if any, but I want one in my collection.
My very first casting reel was the first model Lew's Speed Spool size 100. I wish I still had it, but it was stolen several years ago.
I would like to find another in very good to mint condition at a price that won't break the bank.
The little Bantam MGL is a great looking little reel even if its casting performance isn't on par with similar reels.
I do like all aluminum reels.
great analytical review. Im going with the Antares! Thanks
I like your videos. Pleasent surprise in a sea of unboxong videos.
Would love to some BFS reels in future vids
I did an on the water review of the aldebaran bfs xg. Love that thing.. According to big bass dreams I caught an igfa world record smallie on it this past spring. And I throw 1/16 oz baits all day with it (lucky craft Lil snacky)
Great video! I demoed the bantam and loved it but like you I noticed shorter distances when casting. I'm in the process of purchasing around 10 new reels and trying to figure out which Diawa reel to mix in with the bantams. What would be your suggestion in purchasing a diawa model with similar quality and price point?
Thanks and keep up the good work!!!
Great review and disassembly!! Have mine on shimano 7ft glass expride with 10lb abrazx. So smooth and sensitive!! Video will help in future reel maintenance!! Thanks!!
Hey Dave thanks! It may be one of the simplest reels to get inside and around in. Lemme ask you. With a setup like that I'd say you've been around the block or two with baitcaster! What are you using it for and how does it compare in terms of casting. Square bill setup/ jerkbait? What are your brake settings at out of curiosity and trying to get all the feedback as possible. THANKS! in advance brotha!
Tackle Advisors, First thanks for your reel tuning(made revo3 stx like a different reel) links to tools and Scooby-Doo rig! 6th sense 50X black magic, KVD'S 1.5 internal 2 outside two marks before 4. One tens plus one 2 marks before 3. Cast it into trees across river! Got it back ended up at one mark past 3. Fish mostly river. Moderately moving and visibility 1-2 ft. Lowering reservoirs that feed it so Rapids really moving. Got 4 pounder two days ago. Reel drag and retrieve crazy smooth. Rod loads great which helps in casting distance! Again thanks for all the great videos. O cast control slightly past side to side play. All in all awsome small crankbait/ treble hook combo!!
Awesome...It really does change the behavior of the spool. some more than others. And same with the feel of the gearing.
I’ll probably cancel my Curado DC order and just get a Bantam, I’ve been eyeballing it for quite a while now. Just got a scorpion DC and Exsence DC, have had a Met DC 2016. You can only have so many DC reels really. I’d love for you to do a review on a Shimano Stile SS. I love the way they made the clicking drag on it! So simple honestly. Thanks for you tackle reviews!!
Thanks for watchin! I love the clicky drag as well....Regardless of the noise it makes you feel it in your thumbs when gripping the handle and it tells when you are gaining or losing. It's Brilliant! And the tackle reviewers out there that fail to bring that up tells me they didn't catch anything on it ....I think i have to do a curado dc review just because...but I'm kinda like you...have or have had enough dc...sold a few over the last few months.
Tackle Advisors thanks for your reply. Yea I agree with the thumb think, the click just adds to the adrenaline rush honestly. I don’t even catch fish that can rip the drag 99% of the time but I don’t really try to get huge trophy fish. If it happens it happens, you know what I mean. I’m happy catching my few ounce to 3 lbers, as long as I’m fishing!!
Just got the 151HG and love it! Curado 151XGDC is incoming.
love the rotary reference at 10:30
Great review...congrats!
I had a sudden advert around 5 mins into this vid! WTF??
Love the vids, keep em coming!
Saltiga vs Stella..... please!
That's awesome!!!! :) There should be ads....Thats how I afford to put out content otherwise nada
So I have question with the chronarch mgl. The question is should you be able to see the handle wobble when you spin it, should it make a weird grinding with it not under load when reel it, and finally shouldn’t it be silent when I cast it when the reels brand new? Keep in mind I had a chronarch mgl that didn’t have any problems...super solid, quiet when casting and reeling.... but then one of the brakes broke and I sent back to Shimano because for some reason you can’t get a individual brake with out buying a new spool for 60 dollars. Now here’s the thing they Shimano decided to give me a new reel when they could of gave me a new spool. They sent the reel to the wrong person twice lol, and when I got it I sent back because of the problems I noticed that, which they said met factory’s standards. They sent it back and I want to know if I’m right or not that it supposed to be like that?
Hi. I’ve had just purchased the Curado 300 HG. You are talking about the aluminum gear I’m from Minnesota. Iff I tie into a big Muskie while running big crank baits or swim baits. Is that Muskie got tear up those teeth In that reel????
Spools to close to the level wind guide thus effecting cast the he spool itself is wide . However it is smooth .
Nail on head... Spectacular reel... With a flaw that takes it down a notch in the long range bombing department
Tackle Advisors , I didn’t realize you had mentioned it on the video but yeah I have one and I caught that after I purchased it , none the less it’s a solid reel . 👍🏻
Great review as always! Can't wait for it to cool down some so the bite can pick up.
Dude it's been rough....And I'm a night fisherman...lol But...when you get swampass....it's GO time!!!!
I loved this but have a question...I use to fish almost exclusively with the old Bantam 100. All we did was add ball bearings where it had standard oillite bearings...does this reel come in a size equivalent to the old Bantam 100...if not what does? BTW this is for fishing specks and reds in coastal water.
Where do you buy the brass gear set for the Metanium? I have a 7.4:1 Metanium MGL I would like to upgrade. Do you need to replace the pinion gear as well? Love your channel man 👊
Love your vids can you tell me why you grease carbon drags and why u have too if you do ?
for an all around reel would u recommend the bantam or chronarch mgl? awsome video too!
IMO this can outcast most reels with a 3/4oz lipless and 12-15lb smooth braid, level wind being close shows no signs of not allowing my bombcasts.. Had Antares, didnt cast as far, it it almost did, i didnt feel it that easy. BANTAM COULD FEEL SMOOTHER BUT IT IS THE BEST SMALL FRAMED REEL AFTER TRYING MANY
The Antares wasn't the best caster at least not mine... Comparing the bantam to say a steez or mgxtreme.. They will outcast it.. Not much but I've foundthat on more than a few occasions I couldn't reach a piece of structure that I could with another... It's still the best for pretty much everything else other than max distance
@@TackleAdvisors thx for u reply. I always go to a lock on a river where a big tree is the target and only use 3/4oz berkley warpig, sebille flat shads.. So for me lures below that not relevant, i have been mad for distance casting since the age of 15 and it was why i started building rods which i do for living now, using NFC blanks... Bombcasting has kind of ruined my head and Bantam yes not as smooth as wish, but capable to reach that tree with an even beefier rod when I suspect catfish and I know its body wont get hurt after fighting fish over 100lb.... Dont like the way Daiwa reels look sorry, neither Abu, except the cheap Revo X with a semi shallow 15g spool from Aliexpress and Boca upgrade, but i used it only to wind people up as I could overcast guys with their Antares DC and other high end show off reels as they were unable to use baitcasting reels hence they bought DCs..
Yes, that 3/4 profile head shot of the Bantam does look Thor movie-esque. Robotified/Personified. It's frameable. It's a silly thought, but how about a Saturday morning cartoon of robotic fishing reel Superheros, and each one would have it's own powers and super neon lines. The bad guys would be the old Penn 9M, a Senator 6/0 and Diawa 7000C with a scurrilous Zebco 33 as a joker, all in full charicature. But then who'd fish on Saturday mornings? Yeah. Better not.
Will we get a curado DC review or are you just disgusted with the DC reels? It has a muted whine so you might like it...?
Let me send you the new 2020 Shimano Essence DC SS. Break it apart and if you see anything you can improve in it go head. 😅 lmk.
An absolutely gorgeous reel. Just a bit too heavy for me.
Hello, do you have noticing some backplay on the handle? The handle on my bantam have a backplay when the drag are loose, but when I tight the drag and apply some force it have the same backplay too
Greetings from i _fish ! I have no use for this reel but watched the whole video as always. I wish they made it in 300 size and with a loud clicker :)
Hey buddy! Lemme ask....What makes you want those two things in this package. Curious. The way they designed it. I think adding a clicker that ran off the spool like they all do...Would probably have little or less impact on casting distance than if they added it to the tranx.
I use Daiwa Lexa 300CC (clicker) for catfish. Hate spinning reels on a boat, and don't like big heavy round reels. Also I kind of prefer to use tackle that is slightly underpowered to make my average fight more exciting. I pick tackle for my average fish, not for trophy fish and I never (so far) missed an accidental trophy because of that (u saw the musky video and i have several 41 lb carp on 6 lb line and light tackle). Daiwa Lexa has big gears and small body and fits in my boat compartments so easy, and has clicker for night fishing. But it feels cheap. I have 4, they all feel cheap. They are lose and have some rattle. Do not feel as tight as Shimano, or the Daiwa Ryogas. It bothers me. Sorry for long answer but Daiwa Lexa 300CC has no alternatives on the market. Unless I missed something?
I know the question is kind of irrelevant but what would you recommend for a saltwater spinning reel around the price budget of around 300 or less
Have you had the Metanium MG DC, the white one that came outin 2008? How's the DC sound on that one compared to the new Met DC?
Is the paint finish like the Metanium where it scratches easily? Or like Curados where it’s tougher to scratch them?
Such a beautiful reel
That's strange. My Bantam has a metal pawl. You must have the JDM version
Also is the new scorpion saltwater
Is there a way to shift the level-wind worm gear with shims to make it correct the line lay to more level?? It's a Curado DC. Let me know!! Thanks! Patreon if you can answer. :)
There isn't much in reel adjusting you can do to alter the line lay. You can change it slightly with the spool tensioner. But only so much and only makes a slight difference depending on line diameter. I assume it's braid your using? I see this more often with thinner diameter braids. I've also seen reel seats that either aren't aligned properly or the reel foot can be shifted in the seat even when tightened. But yeah... If you look at the worm gear /suoport/ idler gear... It's shimmed pretty tight and much of the back and forth you see is the pawl
Hello. From which material does the zdelon tooth line fit? Plastic or ceramic?
wonder if the Chronarch is going to get the DC treatment for iCast 2019.
ryan sullivan save up for the 2017 Exsence. It’s amazing!! I promise you
This has bothered me forever and Shimano still never fixed the specs online, this reel has 9 bearings, right? It should be just like the Chronarch MGL (or Curado K + 2 knob bearings) to have a count of 2 main shaft, 1 anti reverse, 2 pinion, 2 spool, 2 knobs. It went back and forth on TackleTour and even though I saw a JDM schematic that confirmed 9 bearings, I had other US buyers swear it was 8 bearings. It is just my OCD, I went with a Steez A and added a G1 SV spool. Just couldn't take that short levelwind, plastic pawl, and stubby handle, aside of that I've only heard great about the Bantam MGL.
How do you like the Steez A? I am torn. I want a reel for fishing soft plastic shad assassins in the Gulf Coast Bays. I will be fishing it with a short ML 6'6" Fast rod. Looking at Scorpion DC, Chronarch G, or Diawa Steez A. Why do you think they didn't use the SV spool on the Steez A?
Daiwa didn't use the SV spool on the Steez A because it is more of an inshore reel. I weighed the stock G1 MagZ Steez A spool at 13 grams with bearing though. It can and will still throw "light" lures, just more like 3/16 w/ plastic or 1/8 with plastic. It would BOMB a Senko, but in all honesty that isn't really a light lure. When I spoke to Daiwa they said they felt that some think SV reels are only control and equipped the Steez A with a MagZ brake system where inshore fisherman could pull more distance out of 3/4+ lures. I moved my Steez A spool to an SS/SV for mid depth cranks. It could honestly still throw a shad rap with the right settings though. I really like my Chronarch MGL, but if you are wanting to throw light lures (1/8 with small plastics or 1/16 area) an SV equipped Daiwa will be the better bet for control & distance.
I weighed the jig with bait. It comes in a 1/2 oz and 7/16 respectively. The Chronarch G Shimano is saying the designed for the Gulf Coast wade fisherman. They changed the MGL spool out. The Shimano rep showed me a screw in the old one near the spool that was causing electrolysis. Shimano the changed it for a coated screw. The super saline water was literally eating spools. Down here, I have never seen a more polarized view of a fishing reel than the Concept. They either love it or HATE it. There is zero in between. I have had good luck with the new Lews Custom Inshore for bombing skitterwalks, spooks and Paul Brown Fatboys but I lose a lot of distance on plastics. It may be more me than the reel I know I am splitting hairs. I carry 2 rods always. I am looking for any casting advantage on those lighter than half ounce plastics with spooky fish. I also "dare to be different" sometimes. The new Chronarch is butter smooth. The Curado DC I felt was a little "bulky" in my hand. The Diawas are harder to put my hands on. That Steez A is really looking promising, it is 100 more than the Chronarch though.
My line guide is a little loose is that a problem or just new or made that way
Am I the only one that thinks the steez looks pretty good?
Been watching some of your videos and really enjoy them, I have noticed I cant seem to find any reviews of Abu Garcia spinning reels, I research a lot before I buy a new item and love your reviews, I bass fish here in Montana and love my shimano reels and I am interested in what you think about Abu spinning reels.
Please, anything on the shimano twin power xd?........please
Awesome reel but to be honest I absolutely love the new chronarch, it's so smooth and quiet. I faze out when I fish with that reel lol
It really is.. I kinda wrote it off due to you know... The fancy plastic and all... But it's a helluva reel. But I've been put off now by the micro module alu gears.. After two short lived gear sets
You had to get new gears, really? Can you explained what happened?
Hi.. i'm so curious. Did u can swap the main gear between bantam mgl and metenium dc in same ratio?
I have metanium and i want to change the alum gear with brass...thanks
No I did not. The tackle trap had the gear set in stock (with carbontex drag washer). I think it cost 53 $ US to ship. Reach out to them and see if they have em in stock if it's not listed on the website
@@TackleAdvisors thx. Just magine that metanium dc with a brass gear. Would be best reel i think.
Wish it came with a carbon handle.
Maybe Its Just Me Dawg, But Everytime I See a Shimano Reel (Like this) it resembles (to me) the futuristic sleek look of, *The Decepticons Leader,* aka *M E G A T R O N!!!* *"Decepticons,.. A T T A C K!!!!!"*
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Lmao... Hell yeah it does... The bantam looks like a 2020 version of robocop lol
What low profile reel would u recommend for inshore
Where do you get your aftermarket brass main gears?
Tackle trap had em
flip and punch down here in FL , bantam or tat elite punch and flip ? thanks Nick
Hey brotha... Bantam all day every day for that.
I can probably get you a 10percent off code at jandh if you want
I usually buy everything from my Uncle, he owns a tackle shop down here. But , thank you for the offer and the advise !
That's cool... No worries.... And yeah the bantam is a sweet beast
All the softball players just had an existential moment.
It looks like a robot. 🤖 lol
NERDGASMMM alert 🚨
review aldebaran mgl sir.. aldebaran mgl brass gear or aluminium gear?
I have the aldebaran bfs xg and love it for what it is. I think they're all ALu main gears. Not sure on the pinion though on the mgl.
Wait a minute did you just mention RX-7 and RX-8
Use it with 14-16lb gamma flouro 👌
Dude I have that exact same reel i got it at an antique store how much is the old batam
Og bantam.. About 40$ new one about 300
@@TackleAdvisors thanks bro I thought It was an antique
Have you tried the new Ryoga?
B U N G I E the old new Ryoga 2018, it’s basically a round reel version of a Steez, I have both and the Ryoga is buttery smooth in comparison to the Steez. It is heavy as hell in the weight department. It is build like a tank though. I do love it for flipping and pitching
Could I throw Swimbaits 2-6oz ?
yes, no problem at all
The little click pin and click plate on the stardrag is the same as some earlier Curados (G series i think) and they piss me off, same as those tiny click pins on the Toriums, Trinidads, Tekotas and the ones on the Daiwa drag clickers under the main gear. Those little bastards tend to fly out and get lost very easily! Much better user friendly click systems available jmo!
@Tackle Advisors how about daiwa deps dr100zx,hope u can do a review about this reel,I need to see this...
Can you this for saltwater
Yes.
High quality