2023 SHIMANO CALCUTTA CONQUEST MD400 TORTURE TEST & REVIEW

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7 ай бұрын

In this video I review our torture test of the 2023 Shimano Calcutta Conquest MD 400 Reel where we tackled inshore and near shore Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin, Tripletail, Jacks and others on the reel down at Tropic Star Lodge. (November 2023)
Set up:
Rod: G. Loomis IMX Pro Blue Inshore 905C
Reel: Shimano Calcutta Conquest MD400
Mainline: PowerPro 65lb White
Leader: Sunline FC100 60-80 lb test
Lures: Shimano Waxwing 128, Shimano HD Orca & Shimano Current Sniper 170 Jerk
Hooks: VMC 1/0 4X Permasteel Trebles & Handmade Single Assist Hooks with VMC Tournament Live bait Hooks
#FishShimano #VMC #FishGLoomis

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@patrickzajdel 7 ай бұрын

Sweet video JP! That trip looking unreal 👌

@yakoobjunior9631 3 ай бұрын

Really well presented video and am convinced enough to go ahead and purchase one of these beautiful reels. Subscribed to your awesome channel too 👍🏼👍🏼

@-TheGreatWhiteBite- 15 күн бұрын

I love this reel for musky fishing and some saly applications. I just wish it had an option for a lower 5 gear because then I'd justify buying a 2nd one lol

@bungkokoAdi 7 ай бұрын

Good review dude 👍

@neilgriffiths545 4 ай бұрын

Cool video thanks what line strength were you using in Panama ,and how much does it hold ?

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 4 ай бұрын

I spooled up with 65lb Power Pro and honestly never metered the amount but never came close to being worried about line capacity.

@richardmadero8626 Ай бұрын

Hello. Do you think a bigger handle from gomexus would be better? Or is the length big enough for pulling big fish in. I usually use a power handle.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors Ай бұрын

I actually really like the longer handle it comes with and the big round knobs are very comfortable

@md560 7 ай бұрын

Hi Jp what would be the lightest lure you could use with this reel. Thanks

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

I was throwing around 3/8 oz without any issue. It’s very good throughout the weight ranges.

@md560 7 ай бұрын

@@JPDeRoseOutdoors thank you for reply, do you think they will ever do another colour maybe m Calcutta bfs colour in 200 300 400 size.

@romeobotviewers 6 ай бұрын

brother what is different CC MD 300/1 series vs 400/1 ?

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 6 ай бұрын

Line capacity, width and weight are the main 3.

@manuelgreenland9403 Ай бұрын

I have 2x Daiwa Lexa - they are great but the saltwater screws them up. Thinking of switching up.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors Ай бұрын

Any reel will be done hard by in Saltwater without proper maintenance. These reels have all of Shimanos tech to assist with Saltwater performance but you will still need to maintain them. Saltwater is a horrible animal. 😆

@kennywee1190 7 ай бұрын

Hi, is there any news about Shimano releasing lower gear ratio such as PG or HG for this calcutta 300/400 MD model ? Thanks. Cheers~

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

Not that I have heard Kenny.

@kennywee1190 7 ай бұрын

@@JPDeRoseOutdoors that's so unfortunate. I hope they will release the lower ratio for these sizes soon . Thank you for the wonderful review .

@vieterisikaFI 7 ай бұрын

The respective Ocea Conquest has lower gear ratios too, which I believe has interchangeable gears to this model. You could just swap the gears, but it obviously it’s just extra cost. Hopefully they’ll release a PG, NG and HG versions too at some point. I’ve been waiting for one too. This XG is just way too fast and lacks torque with big heavy resistance baits.

@vieterisikaFI 7 ай бұрын

Also I hate when you don’t get the big i-shape knobs in either lefty models, only those drawer knobs which are about the worst shape in handle knob. It’s easily gonna be an extra $100-150 investment to get the slower gear ration and the knobs from the righty models…

@kennywee1190 7 ай бұрын

@@vieterisikaFI yes , sir . I agree with you . HG would be nice . Just like the antares DC MD . 🤭

@alexanderprince5306 4 ай бұрын

You’d use this reel for snook ? The 300 size

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 4 ай бұрын

Either or would work great. I think for smaller snook the 200 would do fine but it’s not the MD model

@stevie2733 6 ай бұрын

Why is the 300 MD out of stock/not available anywhere? I've had one on order through Tackle Warehouse for about 2 months now, and their in-stock date is listed as February 24th. I spoke to some reps over the phone and they all had no clue when they will be getting any in stock.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 6 ай бұрын

Pretty popular reel with the big Swimbait guys

@stevie2733 6 ай бұрын

@@JPDeRoseOutdoors The guys I spoke to at TW said that they haven’t received any of the 300 size from Shimano. They’ve had the 301, 400 and 401, but no 300.

@nickcosta88 7 ай бұрын

Can you show how to take the spool out?

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

I've honestly never tried!

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

I spoke with Shimano and there are 4 screws on the palming side under the plate that opens but if you don’t have the proper tools be careful and consider properly documenting the parts as there is a spring under the plate hinge. Once out, the VBS section (black) comes out and allows access to the spool.

@nickcosta88 7 ай бұрын

@@JPDeRoseOutdoors Thank you

@mariuchozas1489 2 ай бұрын

Does it has a bite alarm? If so, is it strong/loud?

@JPDeRoseOutdoors Ай бұрын

No bite alarm.

@yunustjajadi3773 7 ай бұрын

Hello there, I have this exact same reel. Despite the fact that its new, the reel is very hard to reel in. Any idea why? Thanks in advance.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

Hard to reel in? That is odd. Is the spool tension knob over tightened? Or is something misaligned with the spool and the braking? Ours is buttery smooth.

@yunustjajadi3773 7 ай бұрын

I tried to loosen and tighten the spool tension and drag but both did nothing. Can you please elaborate more on the misalignment of the spool and braking? I notice how easy it is for other users to reel in.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

@@yunustjajadi3773 Is there a rubbing sound from the palming side? it's possible that a brake was pushed too far and is rubbing the spool cage. There are a lot of small parts to get the spool out so if you don't have a lot of experience working on reels I would suggest bringing it to an authorized service centre!

@yunustjajadi3773 7 ай бұрын

By brake do you mean the magnetic brakes? I think thats a good idea. I’ll take it back to the dealer and see what they have to say. Thanks for the help.

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

There are two brakes on this reel, centrifugal VBS style on the plaming side and a magentic fine tune on the cranking side Hence MD Tune. I'd be interested in hearing what is up with it @@yunustjajadi3773

@216edwin 3 ай бұрын

Is this better than the Shimano tranx 400hg or 500hg

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 3 ай бұрын

Technology and build wise, yes. No comparison

@alejandrorodriguez9238 2 ай бұрын

Is that reel the 300 size ?

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 2 ай бұрын

That is the 400 but they make a 300 as well. It’s just a bit narrower but frame is the same

@socalpilotjin3720 5 ай бұрын

Drag???

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Cross carbon, 17 lbs I believe with no issues handling 50lb Mahi

@mohamednabilhamza8699 7 ай бұрын

Hi , I see all highlights mentioned are more of cosmetics , Tranx 500 and Calcutta D are much superior than this , I think you agree

@JPDeRoseOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

I disagree, I have all of the mentioned reels and Calcutta D and Tranx are no where close to the quality and performance of the Calcutta Conquest MD. Not in bearing count, drive train, torque, casting and drag performance or even rotational feel. Give one a spin for yourself to see. Yes it cost more, but it’s for good reason. I still use my Tranx 400 HGs but they do not perform as well in my opinion and from my experiences.