@THEREELTEST: I believe your spool tension knob is too loose. I learned the hard way on the previous MET DC. The spool is supposed to be tighter and let the DC do its job. Try doing the old baitcaster tip (tighten the spool tension knob to allow the lure to drop slowly) and you will see this reel perform at its best!!

@RobbsMedia

3 ай бұрын

Shimano recommends that the tension knob be set so that there isn’t any side to side play. This helps the dc charge and work properly. 2:28

@crxkingsir

3 ай бұрын

Yes wat u say is true in my exp

@613BASS_N

3 ай бұрын

Exactly....you can tell by the sound the DC is not operating at full capacity. Plus, too much line, and I'm guessing it's extremely cheap line from the comments in the video. Watch this channel all the time, this was the most inappropriate test of a reel I've seen yet online.

@giomartinez2454

3 ай бұрын

It’s funny how many reels he tested and he doesn’t know about the tension knob on a DC?! 😂

@Chris-fh8uh

3 ай бұрын

That’s terrible advice and not accurate at all on how to set a dc reel . Spool tension is set and forget ! Just barely take out the spool play with the tension knob and that’s it.. shimano has videos on KZread for your learning pleasure

I use braid line PE 1. PE mode. Spool tension a bit tight. Brake no 2. can cast 5g to 16g lure without changing the setting. this reel really amazing

Tighten up the side to side until the popper slows noticeably on free spool then try 3 then 2 if the line stays in shape gradually back off the spool tensioner until it starts to float the line on the spool.

Hi, been looking up for ur review on this beast but those overrun is quite worrying ... perhaps abit tighter with the spool ? ...

So I’ve taken mine out twice and so far I really enjoy it. It does amazing in the wind and that is even while using a chatterbait. I have noticed that the reel does best when you don’t try whipping the rod too hard. I learned that the other day. I was noticing that my cast were more consistent and longer vs trying to whip it out hard which I was getting shorter casts. I only tried braid with braid setting and so far the number 4 brake setting seems to be perfect. 3rd brake is still good but definitely have to watch it and keep your thumb feathering the spool. Distance seemed about the same 🤷‍♂️

I always had problems with mono/fluoro on DC reels, that's why I switched to braid (x8 0,16mm) and never looked back..more control,more sensitivity,longer casts.. I can throw fluo/mono on DC, but by the time I set the reel to handle it the distance is gone, not worth the hassle. I am a full shimano guy, but since I bought the tatula sv, my world has changed, it's the reel I fish most, 9 times out of 10 and she is my go to for lighter stuff (1/8 and up). Should of tighten the spool tension a bit more maybe?

I was using a swimbait with a screw lock weighing in at 3/8oz and kept having the same issue with casting as well until I popped the spool out and released the seal pressure. Casts a lot better now

What's the lightest lure you can cast with the reel?

Can metanium 24 dc cast 3/16 oz lures and how far? What reel you advise to me for baits 3/16 - 1/2oz?

I was finally able to take mine out today and was able to cast down to the minimum nylon setting but nothing into the braid setting the brakes are super loose. In that minimum nylon setting I was able to nearly spool the line off the reel with maybe 8 ft remaining with a Jackall rerange jerkbait.

Great info and thanks for info.

Also you gotta make sure when you spool your line it’s super tight.

i didn't try line modes and just ran in fluoro using 12# assassin. my experience was similar as the DC braking wasn't as robust as I'd thought, but did finally dial it in in fine tuning the spool tension. I am throwing bombs with it. also, I'm not a fan of the narrow mgl spools in the new metaniums. i get the concept, for the line to flow off more linearly, but can't tell you how many times the spool slips on me as i whip back on a cast. Digressing and speaking of bombs..they new Steez 24 with slightly smaller boost spool is an absolute casting beast.

@livinglife3230

3 ай бұрын

My ‘24 Steez sv tw has been a joy to fish with in the couple months I’ve had it. Got the new Metanium DC also but haven’t got to test it yet

@HBeretta

3 ай бұрын

@@livinglife3230 steez 24 is the best reel on the planet. i had sold off my met20s for SLP steez and zillion reels soon after. Met20 is great and is long casting but braking is inconsistent. i was anxious to get this met DC 70 hoping it would be the same reel as the met20 but with better braking control and consistency. so far so good especially for the price from japan.

Wouldn’t it balance out the spool if you just turn 3internalBrakes on? That way you can keep it on the looser side?

The line looks like it's causing the trouble, go multifilament!!!

@jimmypage279

3 ай бұрын

That brand new line looks like it had been on that reel for a couple months, so many kinks.

@like_natalia

2 ай бұрын

I’ve tried xbraid , same thing! The breaks are to soft! I’ve lost 50 m of line now I use it like a regular Metanium thumping it! I ordered Calcutta conquest shallow edition and a 100 size spool. Regular Metanium and Calcutta conquest it’s better!

You mentioned that you were going to look for some braid for future tests. I’d like to suggest getting multicolor braid that changes colors every 10 meters , makes it easy to estimate length and of the cast as well as helps filling the spool - no need to use this awkward line meter. JBraid makes it ( one of the best on the market ) , Solokin too and some others are available .BTW , 1meter is close to 1 yard LOL. Cheers.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

I had the option but it just looks cheesy. I bought bright yellow and blue

Gotta tighten up the tension knob cause it’s a mgl also with dc the tension knob has to be more tighter than the normal dc reels. Also since you are using a top water when you were reeling it in the line is not getting tight back on to your spool cause you are skating the lure across the water and not making sure it’s getting tight back onto the reel.

Good quality video and didn't cut out certain performance circumstances

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 nice video Thanks for this video ... In europe we testing little much more technicaly with casting reels long and short distance 👍

Is it ok to use a medium power rod with the curado bfs?

@jrowinski82

3 ай бұрын

yup

@justincrawford1325

3 ай бұрын

Excellent. Thank you.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

if it works for the lures you are fishing

Are you planing on ever reviewing the Bates Fishing Co. Hundo or GOAT?

@mrd9720

3 ай бұрын

Hundo

@AllSeasonsOutdoorsmen

3 ай бұрын

@@mrd9720 thanx buddy damn auto correct

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

If they offer to send me one Id love to try out the Hundo

I'm glad i pull the trigger on the 2024 calcutta se instead. Was thinking about metanium dc but it's just too finicky if its just like the scorpion dc i have.

Here in South Africa this reel is nearly 1000 dollars. Stunning reel but too expensive. Stunning video as always. I also like a fairly loose spool on my reels as you can thumb the spool as you did here and not loose distance with a spool that is too tight.

Amen brother! Birthing pains in these last days. God bless you. Great video as always.

Is there a difference between an American one and a JDM one is there just one version?

@raychoi9495

3 ай бұрын

American one is 35 % more expensive, it got to be much better.

@Ziemanm

3 ай бұрын

Exactly the same that I know of. The Japanese Yen is weak against the dollar so that’s the reason for the cost difference.

@raychoi9495

3 ай бұрын

@@Ziemanm Weak Yen is not the main reason. Most shops in Asia will give you about 30 percent off from listed price. They will give more even more discount during Sales.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

It doesnt look like it. Sometimes the US market reels with get longer handles and bigger knobs but I dont think thats the case with the new Met DC

In my experience. If it's starting to blowing up at the end of the cast you need to tighten up the spool tensioner.

I would suggest sunline siglon 4 x braid , i have the best results with 8 x but 4 x is more abrasive resistent if you dont use a leader of fluo

@patrik_dahlstrom

3 ай бұрын

quality line for a quality reel! Using a cheap nylon crap line is like having bicycle wheels on a Ferrari :-)

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

Yeah Im not spending big bucks on quality braid just for a casting test lol.

@patrik_dahlstrom

3 ай бұрын

Then we'll never see any quality tests from you then... LOL! 😁@@THEREELTEST

I love mine but really hadn’t had a crazy windy day and im throwing 12# Sunline Shooter on my P5 Megabass Madbull 7’ MH regular action. Mainly for squrebill and my 110s

Mr Reel Test: the DC shimano reels do best with 10 lb fluro and 15-20lb braid. Mono sucks on DC. I have the SLX DC with SUNLINE fluoro 10lb FC Sniper. AND i cast like you in this video -- 30 to 40 yards.

Yikes on my DC I tighten it just to where there isn't side to side. On stubborn DC reels, I'll go a 1/4 turn more. Please redo the test.

I have an older Antares. Couldn’t find the spool tension knob and I set the mode to “X” because Every thing was in another language. With 20Lb PowerPro Superslick, my first cast I hit another fisherman across the bank. 😂. Never fished there again. He’s still looking for me 😅.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

spool tension is inside the palm side plate. Theres a ring around that big silver screw that is knurled. Thats the spool tension

I got 2 of this throwing traps and ripbaits on 30lb braids at a solid distance with no backlash or any problems. Set your reel right and feather the spool!

@gregoryjones6143

3 ай бұрын

It’s a 500.00 dollar reel!… in my humbled opinion, I don’t think I should have to FEATHER the spool at this cost!..feathering of a SLX is not required..and it’s not required for a host of other reels at half the cost

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

@@gregoryjones6143 exactly, thats what brakes are for. This guy claims to have 2 of these reels even though they just came out... yeah right

For silent tune shimano I work the spool tension slow fall the lure and work the brakes Dow , after I setup the brakes I started loosing the spool tansion !

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

I dont think you understand what Silent Tune is. It has nothing to do with the spool tension

@frankoliveira189

3 ай бұрын

Frist I want you to know that I got my frist dc because your recommendations I’m a big fan of this Chanel ! I don’t know the reason but all solid core reels I have is hard to take the spool off and all the time I take the side plate off I have to reset the spool tansion ! That’s my experience with my reel’s and for what I seen here most are doing the same!!

What are the advantages of this reel that makes it worth spending $500?

@MGBS007

3 ай бұрын

I don't know how much it costs in the US, but in Japan the price is about 360 with shipping included

@raychoi9495

3 ай бұрын

He got it for 300 usd in Japan

@raychoi9495

3 ай бұрын

@@MGBS007 It is 45000 yens in Amazon Japan. That is 300 usd plus about 20 shipping

@crxkingsir

3 ай бұрын

It's like driving a 89 Toyota Corolla to a Ferrari is the best way to describe it.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

@@raychoi9495 $380

Was that reel mad to throw 1/2 baits?

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

its a bass reel, why wouldnt it?

@benconolly4163

3 ай бұрын

Because it has a 70 size MGL spool… you can throw a 1/2 bait on a 200 size Curado no problem and still get good distance. Do a relevant test with a relevant bait that most bass anglers will use the reel for jerkbait fishing in the wind that’s where that reel will shine. Nobody fishes a frog on a 70size spool how much 55 65lb braid can you get on a 70 size spool.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

@@benconolly4163 so how many DC reels do you have?

Thx für the Video

Hahaha true , maybe they just change the mono , fluo or braid to a simple word because like braid mode can be used for other line types

That bantam rod is badass

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

they look nice but Exprides are just as good for much less money

@tims_always_fishing7117

3 ай бұрын

@@THEREELTEST I have a few Exprides, old and new. My mid-high dream combo would be bantam on a bantam.

❤

I have 2 scorpion 17 dc. Love em except i hate ratios over 6:3

1st mistake and I'm surprised given your testing experience but on DC reels you don't want ANY side to side play/movement in the spool - Also, mentioning you want to find some cheap 20 lb braid off ebay for cast battles with a $500 reel just lost me.....yikes!

@jimt5683

3 ай бұрын

Yes he's a idiot!

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

Im not worried about it

❤ 🐟 🎣 🐠 ❤

JP DeRose from Shimano said the spool tension should be set to no side to side play at all!

I think your spool tension is too loose, just my 2 cents

I rather still have the metanium b 2020 over this new dc. Not a fan of 70 size reel for 500 bucks

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

the non DC metanium is still the best all around reel for the money... if you buy from Japan lol

Field test between Metanium DC 2024, 2020 Metanium MGL, SLX DC XT

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me waiting for a curado/conquest bfs dc 💀

He has to be playing with us....i will reserve the rest of what i wish to say to another time, maybe.

is this a bfs reel?

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

no, its a general use bait caster for bass fishing designed to be versatile so it probably can cast upper level bfs lures

This is definitely, definitely living up to the crazy standard set by the 20 metanium. That’s one of my favorite reels but it’s *not* for beginners. Once you get used to it, it’s a rocket…but in the beginning, it’s so free-wheeling that it can catch you off guard. The beginning of this video reminds me of my first few minutes on the water with the 20 metanium. To be honest, this is what I want from shimano. I would so much rather them push the boundaries and give me a reel that I have to learn…but then it rewards you with effortless distance and ultimate accuracy once you tame the beast.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, Shimano definitely tuned the Met differently than the SLX DC XT and Scorpion DC. Higher performance ceiling if you can access it

That lazor sound always sounds cool.

Good show thank you

You should have used braid...

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

you are welcome to send me a 1000 yd spool of power pro slick 8

Thanks for the video now I know not to get one of these. Especially for that money. I'll just stay with my Scorpion DC which casts a lot better.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

Im going to retest it with some fresher line

You have a lot of line memory going on there, lol

@patrik_dahlstrom

3 ай бұрын

cheap crap line

Now is 2024,no one use nylon or floro for main line fishing

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

according to whom?

@patrik_dahlstrom

3 ай бұрын

The world outside yours

@muhammadhuzaifah31

3 ай бұрын

@@THEREELTEST times & era..i believe you has seen the big difference between the lines when u used for bc reel

A bougie reel MANDATES bougie line!!!... go to sunline

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

are you going to send me a 1000 yard spool of sunline braid then?

@gregoryjones6143

3 ай бұрын

Why not!!.. I have a number of spools that interest me ESPECIALLY since I’m interested in purchasing several of these reels… how do we get started?… I need an address!! Standing by

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

@@gregoryjones6143 shoot me an email to reeltested@gmail.com and lest see if you put your money where your mouth is.

really a few years for a 100 or 150 spool ? wtf is this -.-

To many line on the spool.

How the hell does this guy have a reel channel and can’t use a dc bait caster lmao…

sell It and get the new 2024 steez

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

why would I want to downgrade? lol

@jarredschoeman2153

3 ай бұрын

@@THEREELTEST you would be actually upgrading, I had a new metanium dc and I have a 2024 steez, I had the same issues with the brakes and backlashes even thou Shimano says dc reels eliminate that which wasn't the case, sold the reel and am a lot happier with the steez.

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

@@jarredschoeman2153 I just took the Metanium out to measure some casts... no steez is touching this thing

@jarredschoeman2153

3 ай бұрын

@@THEREELTEST 🤣🤣casting distance isn't the most important thing

Throw a jerkbait on it please

@THEREELTEST

3 ай бұрын

Ill probably throw a frog for the cast battle

This is very very far caster....