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When you do a thousand cast test, nothing comes close to a Daiwa. I can cast a Shimano Dcdc or svs further, but when you measure backlash distance’s, then it’s obvious to not use those other casting controls. Overall area covered is 80% higher with daiwa

I’ve been switching all my spinning gear over to casting gear. I enjoy it much better. And with today’s technology and assuming you understand how to dial a casting reel in. You can launch lures. My curado 70 mgl and slx 70 mgl will cast small jigs, as far as my spinning gear. But to each there own. Daiwa makes a great product no doubt! But for me it’s shimano . Tight lines

That's a nice looking reel. I just started using baitcasters this year for bass fishing. Definitely a learning curve to them. The slam shady works great on bass too by the way.

Wading flats with a spinning combo and artificial a is a pain. Because of those long handles getting wet in belly deep water. My Metanium will throw a 27MR about 45-55 yards. Soft plastic tails 40-45 depending on the rod. It’s all about rod choice. To each their own, but in TX we love our baitcasters.

Mate, I'm fairly new to baitcasters and have a couple of Daiwa Zillion models which I find are great especially when you dial in correctly especially if you are changing lure weights. I would say this is one of the best reviews I have watched on KZfaq hands down. Have subbed and liked. I come from a land DownUnder and I cast for Murray Cod.

I use the Daiwa Coastal TWS SV. It´s basically the same reel, but designed for saltwater use.

Great fish story and absolutely true. Bought this reel for cranking squarebills for smallmouth here in Michigan it can't throw a bait 15 feet. Ok so needless to say very disappointed anyway were fishing yesterday and I get snagged log no rock no somebodyelses rod and reel the reel is Abu Garcia revo!!! Doesn't look like it's been down there very long I clean it up and it's awesome even better than my son's curado. That thing rips my little square bills a freKin mile WOW!!!

The Diawa looks pretty reliable. I've been using Shimano DC reels and really like them formy inshore fishing. I wish the Shimano had that T wing! Good review!

Can you do a brief video on magnetic braking vs centrifugal braking in a baitcaster?

How about a video on how you set it up?

Great video! Another pro is the drag. Very smooth

Great review for sure 👍I loved the details and the demo. Thank you!👊

This reel is the one I used to learn how to skip docks. Now I got 2.

I have 2, Tatula 103 limited and 1, Tatula 100xs. I can bomb a 1/4oz weight 50-60 yards with no thumb and no backlash set at 7. Tensioner set at just the spool moves side to side.

If you want a light saltwater reel, buy a Coastal!

I have never really used spinning reels. If you are practiced and know what you are doing, you will be okay. In fact, I have only had one backlash with the Tatula and that was because I snagged something in back on the back of the cast. I'm surprised you are not reviewing the Coastal model since it's lighter.

Good video man, amazing, do you know the difference between the zillion sv tw and this one? Would appreciate it! Keep up the good work.

Justin, when you were skipping your lure, what did you have the mag setting on? Was it on zero, 2, 5, 10, 12, 20? I would guess your tension cap was fairly tight as well. ideally, zero and loose on the tension cap is perfect as it allows for maximum distance when casting.

Nice looking reel me personally I will stick with my scorpion dc. It's great for anyone not use to bait casters I am certainly that guy & I haven't used the lews reel I got at first. Once I bought the scorpion I started really enjoying the use of a bait caster as well as my fishing.. good video.

Crazy that you don't use bait casters almost exclusively. I can fish for days without a backlash.

Baitcaster has canceled out spinning reels I use the shimano scorpion bfs reel

I have that reel but it don't have numbers behind the svt letters and it also says 7.1 ratio on it, I bought it from a friend

I have one and it’s not all that. Yes, it casts very well with a SS Bomber or a One Knocker Spook etc. But, I’ve already had to send it in for service after 8 months due to the one way clutch acting up. Would I buy another, probably not. I’d try something in Shimano’s lineup.

Hey man, is this the older model of 103 or the 2020 model? Do you know if its JDM or US? Im just wondering because Im getting confused with all these models and specs and outlooks, color details etc. Im looking one in Finland, it says 195g for the weight but only 5kg of drag (20 SV TW)

Great looking reel…do y’all offer a left hand version in the Salt Strong page (when in stock)?

How long it can cast

This is a good reel but Shimano with their dc reels from the slx, Curado, Scorpion and Metanium are better reels for similar money. Add the mgl spool to those Shimano reels and they knock the Daiwa out the park.

Did I hear you correctly? you don't have to adjust the spool tension knob regardless of bait used?

I just got this model and I’m having trouble getting distance with 1/8 jig head with swim baits. Any idea of a good setting? Or would just trialing in my part be best option. Thanks.

Can you use these reels with a braid to leader setup? Double uni knot I had read someplace that you can't

You have bfs reels that can cast 1/16 and lower

I have always thought the "talk" of how difficult bait casters are to learn and use is quite a bit overblown. Yes, you need to put in some time and practice but it's really not that hard to get proficient. Once you are comfortable with it you will never want to use your spinning set up again unless you absolutely have too.

Why'd you go with 30lb braid if birdnesting not an issue? Would you go to 20lb knowing what you know now after testing ?

What rod were you using????

Is the spool on the coastal the same size as this reel? you know where i'm getting at

Can anyone tell me if the spool on the 150 coastal be comfortable with the tatula sv tw103 bait caster? What I'm saying if I buy a coastal spool can if fit the tatula?

Learn to use a bait caster it’s worth it

I probably wouldn't use a med/heavy rod with that reel, but more like a med to med/light rod. Technically it's designed for finesse (light weight) and/or anything 1/8oz and under. Stick to a 200 size reel if you need a med/heavy rod. A 1/8oz weighted hook combined with a bomber paddle tail is heavy... not much line left over after that say if a red starts peeling line.

Is this reel suitable for salt water?

I think coastal sv is more suitable for saltwater use

Good reel but you have the version without zero adjust.

Is this the 2020 model?

I switched to baitcaster after using spinning my entire life. I’ll never go back

A modern, quality baitcaster can throw 1/8 oz jig head. Adding a soft plastic doubles that weight. Rod and line choice matter. Bfs baitcaster can throw 1/32 oz when paired up with the correct line and rod.

Sorry but you're not casting it as hard as you can. While you're skipping the bait you're raising the rod tip which is creating drag and slowing down the spool, but if you kept the rod tip down you would get a backlash. Daiwa make some great reels as do Shimano.