2020 DAIWA Luvias Review (and comparison with 2019 Vanquish)
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GREAT video. I really appreciate the unbiased, non paid, opinion about the reel. The close your eyes and reel test landing in the same category as the Legalis was eye opening and awesome. Thank you.
i should put this comment in an intro for my channel, but then everyone would think i wrote it anyway : )
Very impressed with the level of detail in your videos, keep it up!
thank you sir!
your accent is just fine thanks for another great review.
: ) i get these comments sometimes and I don't even get offended..
I do appreciate u writing this tho!
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Man you make good videos. You have so much knowledge so for me I like all the details. The accent is awesome.
thank u sir - i really appreciate that
Great comparison Victor...Always honest and sometimes Brutal....You've got so much eye candy I was wandering if can I be included in your will.....LOL!!
I would include u, Wes, why not, i know u would take proper care of any Shimano reel I give you, which is important for me when i give tackle away. But i gota warn u, i enjoy this world too much and plan to stick here as long as I can : )
Best frkn channel on CZcams brotha I love your style and your reel reviews
ha! there is a comment that will make your day! Thank you sir : )
When I saw your first video with the Shimano Vanquish I was really impressed with the amount of fish you were catching. I was also impressed with the ease of it’s operation. I would like to request your doing more videos on how you locate crappie and whether you rely heavily on side imaging or not. I think it would be very entertaining to see how you locate and catch crappie. I purchased my first box of jigs from Moonshine Crappie Jigs and can’t wait to try them out this spring. Thanks for your videos.
if I have to be honest, i am not good at that. I always jump from brush to brush until i find something, but i don't know what they should be doing and where they are supposed to be. Now, once I find them... i think I'm really good and really efficient. I also have unique experience with crappie tackle. I do have my strengths, but finding crappie is not one of them : ) I try to learn, i know the basics, but when i go to the lake finding the fish always takes a lot of time for me. I will keep ur post in mind though and perhaps share my thoughts out loud, so u can at least hear how I approach the day
Thanks for your review! Cant wait to see your vanford review.
as soon as i can get my hands on it
great review! you have a excellent collection of reels!
thanks buddy!
BEST REVIEW EVER! took Luvias out of my cart.
this review is for size 2000S. The bigger models have bigger handles and bigger rotors and more leverage and inertia, and resistance is not so noticeable.
But as far as this model is concerned, i got confirmation from more than a dozens subs that their reels have the same resistance
Thank you for your very informative and in-depth videos. The best part is that you do have the technical knowledge and you are really fishing and testing the reels on the field. I was planning to buy the Luvias 2000 and i change my order to Twin power 2000. I hope my choice was correct.
in my opinion, yes, right choice : ) I changed my opinion after this reel on how light a reel I really need
Hope you are well. Just in time to not be able to go anywhere. Accent is fine. It amazes me how you and all the other world wide CZcamsrs I watch have grasped and use all the various American slang terminology in their videos. Another great review.
what slang did I use : )
@@ifishcatfish None in this video. Just a general statement of all the content providers I regularly view that speak English as a second language. I guess it is a testament to the global communications technologies of today that the world is exposed to. I for one am very impressed with your speech and vocabulary skills.
Hats off! You just made my life easyer. Planning to buy vanquish. One thing that i dont get: micro jigging whit 2500 size vanquish 50mm handel. In my brain the answer is 1000 size body. I really like your channel and i cant wait when the stella fj arrives on that tabel of yours. I fish you the best and more subscribers for this channel.
I will be buying a second Vanquish, but probably 2500 as well. The 1000 size weighs only 145 grams - I dont have rods that will balance well with that reel. If you try jigging with my 2500 - you may change your mind. Resistance and Inertia are ZERO. FKN ZERO. The weight is 165 gram, which is already pushing it and too light for most of my rods. But the bigger reel has bigger spool which makes line management so easy. No tiny curly coils that u get on these 1000 size spools. And I have bigger gears inside, which means this reel can be used for YEARS before any kind of significant deterioration of the drive train. And finally, every few weeks I will accidentally hook to a bigger fish when I jig, and that reel has the drag and the gears to handle even a musky without a sweat. I know it because I did it.
I know what you mean though, and I agree with your point, except for TWO reels: the Shimano Vanquish and this Daiwa Luvias 2020. These reels are so light that buying the 1000 size doesn't make sense, unless you live in japan and u are gona put it on some 300$ 5 foot JDM rod.
I am new to this ultra light game. I just want to give detail feedback as a beginner on JDM rod and reel buyer. I did get a good deal on yamaga blanks Lupus 71(trout rod). Its 96 gramms and feels balanced whit 160 gramm stradic ci4 1000. This rod does not have crazy small micro guides. Now whats my struggel? I want to paired whit a metal body reel and it can be 160g or lower. Its hard to make up my mind on reel size,spool size,handel lenght and retrive lenght. Iffs and butts:) dream reel would be matt black stella 1000 fj 45mm handel , 78cm retrive. Anyways, you have been helpful. Thank you!
The new stradic FL 1000 weighs 175 grams and is all metal. For sure wont be too much on a 7’1 rod. It will probably feel better than the ci4+
@@ifishcatfish I listend you Viktor and got my vanquish 2500s. In flesh its better looking than in a video. I match it YB blue current 70 tz nano proffesor 66gramms. Hyper sensitive rod and magnesium body has a different feel than plastic or alumiinium body. Drag sound is very vibrant. Shimano has done something special with Vanquish. I would go with Stella only if fished heavy setup all day long.
Well, that's a good selection. I am with you on Vanquish completely. The best there is in terms of finesse.
You were talking about bigger diametr spool and it's advantages. There is a point there, but you forgot the disadvantages. As you have bigger spool, you must have a bigger rotor. Bigger rotor - less sensitivity. The same with the spool, heavier spool - less sensitivity. Big spool and small guides is not a great combination either.
yes, correct points. U have to match your tackle properly to avoid downsides and take advantage of positives
Thanks for another great review! Hopefully your waters are clearing up a little! Mine still thin ice covered, hopefully Soon!
We are all covered in ice too, BUT, the powerplant lakes are opening up. There is no crappie there and very little bluegill though.. more like bass and shad and catfish type of lake. I will try to hit one of them this weekend, but for catfish, no ultralight fishing. I think April is when it starts for me, if ur offer is still open then..
i_fish Yes, it is still good, can send anytime if you want to play with them. Keep up they real reel reviews!
You had me cracking up man! You made a boring subject interesting and funny! Not easy to do. Thank you for the good review
I appreciate that!
Thanks for your impressions and your videos. I have the new Luvias and have been very pleased with mine. The least resistant reel in my lineup is the discontinued Team Daiwa Fuego A. The new Certate is pretty smooth as well, but weighs more than the Luvias. I have no complaints so far, but I can see where you are coming from in your impressions. JDM rods are incredible and using these reels together make for some very pleasurable fishing experiences. Thanks again...
What size did u get? I tried the larger sizes at the expo and they felt OK to me.. But I actually tested 3 of the 2000 size, that's right - i found a third reel to test, and all 3 of them had the same heavy feel. Comparatively heavy...
i_fish I purchased the 2500S. Not sure if the 2000 is a different frame size (smaller) because I haven’t compared one side by side.
2500 is quite larger. 2000 is actually a 1000 with 2 mm wider spool. I think u did the right thing, even from balance perspective. My reel is just TOO light and it wont balance properly with my rods
i_fish do you sell on eBay?? Or, just your Amazon page?
Only Amazon. Let me know if u have questions on anything on my amazon page.
About comparison between Luvias and Vanquish. It's comparable only in eastern Europe, because of the price there. In Japan those reels have a very dramatic price difference. Luvias is a good 40% less. So they shouldn't be even compared.
And you're right, Daiwa is not to be serviced at home. I believe any high end reel deserve a professional hand, but Daiwa is more like one time affair - you buy it, use, throw it away and buy another one.
Great review Victor...just sorry you’re not that thrilled with it. Know you were excited for it to come out.
I bought the tool yesterday. Will try to swap the grease Nd see if that does something..
Thank you for the video.
I was considering the new Luvias LT 2500S. I think I’ll give it a miss after watching this.
In the video I could see a 15 Luvias in the background. Do you like the older Luvias and how do you think it compares to the new one?
Cheers
I like the old one better in every aspect, except the handle. The old one has a thick knob. I don't like thick knobs.
I said several times that the 2500 Luvias does not have the resistance problem. It is a much bigger reel and much longer handle, and you can winch through the grease without much resistance. The 2500 is a good reel, but that is the smallest size i would buy.
Great video again! Thank you!
thank you kolega!
thank you for your in depth reviews about fishing reels.for 3000 size and low gear ratio which one would you prefer in terms of smoothness?the luvias 3000 dc lt,stradic ci4 c 3000 fb or the new vanford c3000?i am using daiwa legalis lt in salt water and so happy with it so far as long as i rinse and clean it after each use.thank you for your help:)
In terms of smoothness Luvias will be the smoothest.
As far as I understand, the sizes 1000, 2000 and 2500 have almost same inner structure because all have the same max drag value of 5 kgs but 3000 has 10 kgs of drag, which I believe will make it more smooth. I am planning to purchase 3000S-CXH, do you think it will worth?
By the way, the schemetics for Luvias can be found in Plat Co JP and I believe it was too large to print on the box.
i want to scream to the whole world to STOP LOOKING AT DRAG NUMBERS! The don't mean SHT! They should ban manufacturers from publishing such complete nonsense!
I have a video about 1000 vs 2000 size. I suggest u watch it. I will make soon a video about 2500 size, but 2500 size is very different from the smaller sizes usually. Usually.
The Luvias is also the ugliest of the monocoque reels, for shame. But you're absolutely right: the Theory drag is music to my ears :)
I don't think its an ugly reel, but not as pretty as Theory or Presso 2017 for sure. And oh yeah, the drag of the theory is a guitar string : )
Nice comparison. Btw, are you getting the new shimano twinpower fd?
I don't know.. it is quite heavy, relatively speaking. If i was into bass fishing i would get one. But for ultralight fishing... the Vanquish is king, and if u spend twin power money you are almost there for another Vanquish.. It doesn't have any technology that my vanquish doesn't already have.. I know its amazing reel but for ultralight fishing it might not be the best fit
I have 2 daiwa luvias a lt 2500. One turns very very well and another one just like you say it is very hard to turn. I do not know why.
maybe more grease inside. 2500 have huge handle and should turn easier. 2000 is very hard to turn
@@ifishcatfish maybe is also due to production site. The one which turns easier is made in japan and the one turning harder is made in china
Bro i miss the Shimano EXSENCE C 3000 M HG made in japan its not good?
i have a review on that reel too, if u want to see it. Mine is CI4+ model of the exsense though. Both great reels but too big to be Ultralight. I was only talking ultralight reels here. The 3000 is more of a bass reel
So when are you going to add the Shimano Vanquish to your Amazon page?
i haven't seen it, but i don't think it will happen.. I have never seen Amazon offer this kind of reel directly. Sometimes third party vendors sell them, but at double the price..
But if u have strong positive feedback on some amazon item, email me and i will add it because i know i can trust you!
On the line lay part didn't Daiwa purposely have their line lay closer to the drag higher?
i heard about that, on some spools, but the problem is
1. this is not such a spool
2. even if it was, such line lay would reduce casting distance (but reduce some wind knots too)
3. The line is higher not only towards the top end of the spool, but towards both ends of spool. Now u don't even reduce wind knots because the line from the bottom end of the spool is super easy to come off.
Shimano's line lay is best
What do you recommend for a good all around rod for bank fishing for walleye crappie bass? I have plenty ultralight rods. But i was looking for a rod i can take to a spillway or dam in which i can land a big hybrid bass walleye muskie but still be able to whip some lighter jigs out if needed and handle crank baits? Also Any suggestions?
Yes. My favorite rod for this job, BY FAR, is Fenwick MHX. I like it the most of all Fenwick rods, i like it more than their most expensive rods. I have a review on it. Please find it and watch it. You can get ML power, Fast action, from the length you want. For reel, best combo is stradic ci4+, 2500. Color match is perfect.
@@ifishcatfish so the fenwick hmk is on its way i went with ml 6'6..... ci4 was over my budget. Any suggestions 100 or less? i was looking into pflueger supreme size30
hmm i was thinking to get the luvias 3000 for eging(squid fishing) do u think the 3000 feels anydiferent... and plus what do you think beetwen 19 certate and luvias both in size 3000 what would u choose.. thanks alot if u reply🙏🔥
yes, Luvias 3000 feels much better. I would still wait for Vanford, coming out right now
The daiwa line lay is meant to be smaller at the bottom and bigger at the top. Daiwa says it casts further like that
Two things:
1. What you are talking about is smaller at the bottom and this line lay is smaller in the middle. At the bottom and at too its the same.
2. That particular line lay with smaller at the bottop is NOT designed to cast farter! How can it cast farther when it increases resistance? It is antibacklash design because the extra resistance prevents line from coming off the spool too fast. But that comes at the cost of reduced cast distance.
Dear friend, you have done such a good job - thank you! If the Stradic '19 looked like Daiwa Exist '15 (black/gold) who would you have voted for second place, in your opinion?
excellent point. Many subs have asked me about that reel and I tell everyone it is amazing reel but I will wait until Shimano releases a JDM version of the same reel. The JDM version will have low gear ratio and will be black or at least dark color - mark my words.
But if we leave cosmetics aside.. I think it is a strong competitor for #2. Before buying the Luvias i thought that the FL is too heavy because it is metal, but now I don't think so any more - at least not for me. All of my rods feel better with 180 gram reels so i no longer thing the weight is a problem. But the FL has the gears and oscillation of Vanquish so amazing reel for sure. I don't know if it's quite as good as the discontinued Daiwa Presso though.. that reel has such low resistance.. The metal FL will probably have a bit more resistance from the extra weight.. But they will release a CI4+ version of the FL, and that will be a number 2 for sure..
Whats going on my brother... How is ot going up there? Weather wise... Great video .i actually like those reels i need those man 😂😂😂
Crappie Town USA! I don't know brother, gona be 52 this weekend but with 20mph winds .. I don't know, i gota be honest with you, me and wind don't get along.. I still haven't decided. Hoping the forecast changes by friday, either for worse or for better, so i can make my mind : )
I don't speak English, I'm looking for a reel for a shimano soare 0.6-6g fishing rod, the rod is very light, it weighs 57gr, so I'm looking for a light reel, max 170gr, maybe you can give me some advice from shimano or Daiwa. I was thinking about the Daiwa Luvias 2000s, is it a good reel?RobertPolen
Yes, its good. Daiwa presso also good and shimano soare XR reel is also good
I actually bought the exact same luvias model. & Yes I will agree I was definitely disappointed in the resistance whilst winding. Not sure what causes this. You are probably correct about the over use or viscosity of the grease used. I don't like to compare reels with different price points. Because there should be a major difference in quality and longevity especially in a salt water environment. I agree with you on the resistance point. But the legalis is not even on the same planet as the luvias. You will but 10 legalis reels before you need to service a luvias. & The drags are different. Both even have different ratings. Its easy to say close your eyes & forget about all the bells & whistles a luvias has. To compare with a legalis. But why would you. You are paying for all of those features. So I say. Keep your eyes open & realise what a awesome engineering piece of equipment you are using. & When you're friend is on his 10th legalis. Say, Told you to get a luvias. Nice to see someone like yourself doing great videos. Very informative, Keep it up. Thanks
I am still on my first legalis from 2017. U can see it in some videos. In ultralight fishing reels just dont wear out. Usually some user error breaks them. And like u noticed - i never said it is the same reel. But with the resistance the feel is similar.
Does the Daiwa Emeraldas LT compare to the Fuego LT or more to the Freams? It's a Japanese model, but maybe you can provide some inside knowledge.
i have seen that reel in japanese websites but don't know anything about it.
Real good inside micro review Victor, my eyes are open about the Luvias I want ti buy, and hope too see what you find from the Shimano Twinpower TP and review Vanford vs Stradic FL and the Ci4 👍🇳🇱👍245
if u want 2500 size, Vanford is better and cheaper. If u want 2000 size... this is better than Vanford, but will have some resistance. TP is better than both of them but more expensive..
I have luvias lt 2500s and find it least resistant compared to Shimano complex ci4+(jdm) and Daiwa ballistic fw (jdm model). What really impreses me with this reel is smoothness, I cannot feel gear mash, it's like air, which I can in every other spinning reel I had. I do have little handle play which is only negative thing I can say about it.
I think in the bigger models the grease is less of a problem, maybe not a problem at all. I found a third Luvias 2000 and it also has resistance. If i could return it for free inwould get the 2500 instead..
@@ifishcatfish I think 2500S has same body as 2000 just 2500 size spool and bigger rotor, it only weights 155 grams per box.
hm... this is worth looking into but I still doubt it. I have never seen any reel from daiwa or shimano where the 2500 and 1000 share the same body. They are very consistent about that. I would be nothing short of shocked if that turns out to be the case.
@@ifishcatfishI'm thinking because it's only 5 grams heavier than yours so it has to be same body with bigger spool/ rotor because 2500 size reels are listed at 175 grams
mikebor11 what model do u have exactly? 2500S? Any C anywhere in the model?
Great review! Do you think a 2500 size vanquish would be too big to use on my finezza nuovo 78 1-10g rod? In general a 2500 is too big for such a small casting weight, but the vanquish series are reallly light. I dont know tho how compact it is and how it would fit together and in my hand!
no, it will be perfect. U don't want to throw more than 5 gram lures on the 1000 size reel, that will wear the gears more than the fish
@@ifishcatfish thanks for the quick reply! You are absolutely right about the inertia on daiwa reels. I tried a brand new certate lt 2500 and it wasn't smooth at all. Total disappointment. My less than 200e stradic fl 2500h is way smoother thanks to the micromodule gears. Plus you can't service it.. for me Shimano is a no brainer at this point
What rod is that on the cover photo?
Why do u ask? I can put any rod for a picture..
It happens to be a 4'6 Browning Air Stream rod, sold in Bass Pro. The only rod I have that balances with this reel. I swear this is what i will fish this reel with, until i buy a better rod.
From your videos i fell in love with Daiwa Theory. Very useful explanations that nobody else say. Have you tried the Shimano Stradic FL?
Yes, i have a pair of them. Great reels, even today, but a bit heavy for ultralight..
@@ifishcatfish Yes i know it is a bit heavier for you but for the kind of fishing i want to do seem to be perfect and I want to buy it. What do you mean "even today", it is just a 2019 reel...
true, true... to me it seems like a long time
@@ifishcatfish A last thing and i let you in peace. For your type of fishing, have you ever tried the Sephia Ci4+ C3000S ? It is only 185g. low gear ratio, shallow spool, everything you like 😃
i have seen it ... looks nice. I can't buy them all..
You should review the Scheels Outfitters Ultra Light Series Rod.. super sweet quality. It is a very affordable high performance rod.
do u have it? You can mail it to me for a couple of weeks to review and send back
@@ifishcatfish I only have one at this time and with peak trout season happening in my area I cannot part ways with it for another few weeks.
Can I ask if these are JDM models or usdm models? I purchased the luvias JDM model and did not experience what you mentioned. To be fair, I have never owned the vanquish or used it so I have no comparison. Awesome review. Awesome video. Keep up the good work.
not aware of different versions of this reel. The resistance is obvious only in the small models - 2000S and smaller. If you got a bigger model you are not gona feel the resistance because of the bigger handle and rotor and everything else
Hi, nice video. Is it better to buy a fuego 2500 or a luvias 2500? What do you suggest me? Is luvias worth it? Bye thank you.
the 2500 is very nice. Much better than Fuego
Super great vid. What is the differance between the vanquish and the new twinpower????
Twinpower has more metal parts and is more heavy. Don't mind the weight, but will have a little more resistance and intertia because of the weight. Still fantastic reel. Im thinking of getting one.
@@ifishcatfish Thank you sir. Keep up the great work.
Interesting review. I wonder if others feel the same way about the new Luvias?
For the 2000 size, - NO DOUBT. I found a third reel and it has the exact same resistance. Also 'troutmagnetman' Randy bought the 2000 size and he already complained in his video of the same problem. However some people who bought the bigger sizes say the resistance is fine. U can read their comments below. But I don't know anyone who I trust 100%, who i know has low resistance reels, tell me that.
i_fish Yep I have followed Randy’s advice on JDM gear for about a year now. I definitely trust his opinion on the topic. I was able to purchase a 1000 Presso Ltd when they were on sale some time ago. I wish I had purchased more.
same. I was thinking about it actually for hours, but chickened out.
Of all the people with accents that review fishing reels, I trust your opinion the most
you have a strange way of flattering
Cheers Mate.
Well i was exited to buy it and i kinda sucks now that ive seen the video, but i also apriciate that u made this video so every one can be prepared, so thank you👍
Yeah. I got a lot of comments and they all agree with the resistance but generally like the reel anyway.
@@ifishcatfish ok, i live in sweden and i fish a lot of perch and too me my top 3 most inportant things in a real is 1 very good balance in general 2 really sensetive stopping power but still smooth 3 a very steady/ non wobble in the handle. What would you recomend for max 400£ ?
i dont know what your #2 is, but the reels is very smooth and very well balance. The only problems are high resistance and drag sound is too muffled. Drag is lifted directly from the cheap LT reels, like Revros, Legalis, etc. Do not conflate the issues. If resistance doesnt bother u and u dont care for drag sound... everything else is excellent
the Vanford costs the same, and has a little less resistance. Drag is also a little better. But Vanquish is the best
@@ifishcatfish ok thank you so much, my number 2 is like when i stop i want it too stop effortless, and i want too feel the stop
Hello, is this luvias 2020 better than the luvias 2015?
Thank's :)
in my opinion NO
The ones I tested had no resistance at all were smooth and unbelievably easy. Just kept spinning. Maybe you got a bad one?
what size did u test? I have tested 5 of this size already and they all have resistance. I think the bigger sizes have bigger handles and u have more leverage and don't feel the resistance
Yeah you could be right the 4000 and 3000 I tested. And there was no Line on them either. I also own the 5000 certate Lt and the it had practically no grease on the main gear so I'm surprised if it's a grease issue? I know the certates need some grease added to the gear and seal for Saltwater use. I dont fish fresh water finesse all I can say is the two reels I played with were freaking awesome. But yes I agree with you about some of the components and it's disappointing having the same drag and and cap.
Qué bueno el vídeo! Tengo el vanquist c2000s del año 2016, tiene muchas diferencias con el del año 2019?
no
Nice comparison and good indepth look at the quality and non quality.
thank you sir!
I had tried the luvious and only felt it for a few minutes and decided no and went with a spheros for 1/2 the price
spheros is good reel but not ultralight
Love your videos! I ended up going with the daiwa theory, 2508pe. What is a decent jdm rod for this reel? thanks
i don't have many JDM rods but it wouldn't matter , as all JDM rods are very high quality and it is totally a matter of personal preference. I myself am looking at the new Yamaga Blanks blue current Nano TZ. MajorCraft is a good brand but they have just so much stuff. Also Shimano poison adrena. U have options. St croix has an amazing rod that i am buying next - Panfish Legend or something like that - costs about 300$ and comes with regular size guides instead of micro guides like everything that comes out of Japan. Im not a fan of them micro guides. Don't buy too short a rod, because u want it to balance with the reel. This reel will balance with something close to 7'. Even if u go 7'6 u will be fine.
@@ifishcatfish Thank you for the response, it is appreciated! I would do some research on some of the names mentioned. St. Croix has some decent rods, but I am much more of a g. loomis fan. However, I wanted to keep it daiwa, haha. Keep the videos coming, love the honest reviews! would love to see a video/review about the daiwa back bay if possible. I am torn between the Stradic FL and the back bay at the moment.
Stradic FL is the better reel, objectively. It's just ugly with all that chrome, but thats personal. If the looks of the two reels are all the same to u, there is no question u should go with the stradic
@@ifishcatfish how about yesterday i almost bought the back bay LOL thank you for your input once again. I will lean towards the stradic instead. I was torn between the two. I ended up purchasing a ballistic 4000 yesterday (for light surf) but I can't just ignore the quality that comes with the stradic. it is truly a remarkable reel... a 5000 fl with a Shimano Tiralejo would be ideal. As for the chrome, its okay by me tbh, just narrows the options down a bit. people say the fish doesnt care, but im holding the combo for hours..does that justify it? haha
The resistance in luvias is because of a magseel, I know some eastern european anglers remove it to reduce the resistance
I have heard that but daiwa fuego has magseal and still has suoer low resistance. Daiwa presso ltd is super low resistance. I agree magseal adds resistance because it adds friction, but i dont think so much. One day i will open it and will check the grease in it..
i_fish I guess once you’ll open it you’ll find out what is wrong, and changing grease to something like ios gear grease and oil, ZPI F-0 Pro Grease Soft or even better MTCW MTGG-T grease will transform this reel drastically 👍🏻
I only use daiwa and shimano grease from hedgehog. Never heard of those products. Where r u from and where do u get this stuff?
i_fish I am lithuanian , but live in uk for many years now, I get it from here japantackle.com/tools-and-others/grease-oil.html
Not sure I buy that.....I've seen the resistance caused by the magnetic plate not being alligned properly.....but the amount of resistance in the exist down through the tatula and further down to the fuego and exceler.....all virutally imperceivable.....When he I've removed the mag seal in certates and exists.....I am unable to perceive the difference.....NOW...if there is excess lubricant on the main shaft or if the handle or shaft seals are dry.....you may pick up some resistance....I've also seen an issue with a defective oscillation cam bearing.....but new magseal.....with a properly alligned mag plate.....not the issue....
About Daiwa line-lay. You are wrong there to compoare it with Shimano. Daiwa engineers have done it on purpose to make the lay-off as easy and smooth as possible. Shimano has it straight, has on mine as well, but the effort to cast 1 gram lures is almost 0 with Daiwa. Less twists as well. But hey, good video, i will rather stick with my 17 and 19 models of Daiwas rather than trying the new Luvias. Love your videos! Keep them coming!
I may be wrong. Or you may be wrong. How to tell. Maybe lets look at the line lay of the most expensive surf casting reels, including Daiwa's own surf casting reels. They all have flat line lay with super slow oscillation. Sometimes the spool is even slightly conical, the top of the spool being smaller than the base, just to reduce lip friction as much as possible. U wont see this concave line lay on a surf reel. The reason Shimano still has worm oscillation gear, which adds weight and cost, is because the locomotive gears just can't get a perfect line lay
Quite interesting video, well done. But I personaly can't agree with you. I have fished with both reels (have Luvias lt) and when you have lure resistance in water it feels the same, for lures like trout spinners Luvias have more power.
Also, how come you didn't tried Daiwa Steez Type-I or Type-II?
Nikola Špoljar u cant agree or disagree about power because i havent said anything about power. You are just posting your opinion
I don't comment on power because you would have to adjust for gear ratio and spool size and length of handle first - you know how leverage works. I put a handle from 2500 Exceller the other day and the resistance completely disappeared because that long handle creates a lot more leverage. But I never made the claim that the two reels ARE the same. They just feel the same in terms of resistance. The Luvias is the better reel without a doubt, and even a fool would not deny that. I just think that Daiwa ruined the entire user experience by leaving that resistance in the reel. I already received the tool and will be opening it pretty soon to replace the grease.
I didn't have money when daiwa steez came out. Nor channel. Could not justify it. Even now i don't have money but will buy new reels to make reviews for the channel. But will not buy old reels because nobody will watch those videos.
Good video - I have same problem with Shimano stradic Ci4 4000 (only used 3x times in freshwater). I'm wondering if it's cheap grease? Maybe I should send to Shimano for service. Thanks
Not sure. I have that reel in smaller size and has 0 resistance. Usually u feel the resistance more in the smaller sizes
I think the resistance may be due to the extra adjustment washers. In this case, the friction in the gears is the cause of the resistance. This can be determined by the complete lack of play in the handle. A friend of mine had this problem with the Exceller LT and solved it by removing one thinnest washer.
Denis, it was already solved by replacing the grease (in a different video). But your argument is logical, even if that happens extremely rarely and is an accident rather than design
@@ifishcatfish I have already paid and waiting for the delivery of my Luvias FC LT 2000S. I bought it to replace Theory 2004H, in which I also do not like resistance, spin knocks (under load) and high gear. I really liked the lightweight rotor of my Certate LT 3000,
so I decided to buy a new Luvias (it has the same one). I hope it will be without Theory problems.
Also I noticed that the resistance is more felt in reels with a lighter rotor. That is, the lighter rotor, the stronger the resistance of the mechanism is felt. The heavy rotor, with its inertia, "helps" the rotation and reduces the "feeling" of resistance.
For example my Luvias 15 2506 seems to have less resistance than Theory 2004H. But Luvias 15 2506 has a heavier rotor (DS5) than Theory (Zion).
I have 2 Theory reels, both with super low resistance. Some of the lowest resistance i have. Both of them have less resistance than the Luvias you ordered. However, my theory reels are both low gear ratio.
I think the leverage of a reel is pretty complicated. My luvias 2015 has less resistance than the new 2020. I don't think this is just my own perception due to heavy rotor. Inertia may hide resistance once the rotor is spinning, but starting a heavy rotor from a standstill is very unpleasant. I think the 2015 was just amazing reel, and it is not just the rotor hiding resistance. The 2020 Luvias is a fail in my opinion. Feels like a 50 dollar Exceller.
Hello, What do you think about the daiwa ballistic lt 2017? and how does it compare to the luvias?
It is a little heavier, but the feel is very similar, and even less resistance. It is a very good reel even today. The only drawback is weight.
@@ifishcatfish Hello i recently got a luvias 2020,but its made in china instead of japan do you know why they did this?
interesting. Very interesting. I dont want to speculate but i was wondering why the new Presso is made in China, when it is just a Luvias, and Luvias is made in Japan. But looks like they moved the production of this reel to China. I wouldn't worry about it as long as the reel feels good
@@ifishcatfish would you say the quality is different or,are all reels made with the same daiwa standards
mostly. But there has never been another country that can match the quality of assembly in Japan. But it will be same machines and everything else. Just cheaper workers, who may not care as much. Sometimes japanese workers actually take pride in their work and take everything to perfection because of pride
Haha honestly your accent reminds me of home. I was born and raised in Germany.
👍
I hope you'll get to review 2021 luvias airity soon. 🙏
workin on it now... but probably next week by time i edit it..
I cant wait. 👉👈
@i_fish are you familiar with this Rod for Cappie Fishing? DAIWA CRC1002MLF CROSSFIRE CRAPPIE
no. Link?
@@ifishcatfish store.carpcoastalmarine.com/daiwa-crc1002mlf-crossfire-crappie-series-10-2pc-med-light-action/
10 foot 2 piece Med Light... thats a big stick.. I don't really know much for this kind of rod. Never heard of this particular one either
@@ifishcatfish good to know. I have a 7 foot Daiwa Med/fast Rod...looking for a new Rod and Reel and was checking out the Daiwa Legalis Reel..what Rod would you pair with this and what type of fishing is good with this? Bass? Crappie? There is so much information, I get overwhelmed.
if u fish for crappie, daiwa Legalis LT and Daiwa Presso rod is a great combo
I guess it is due to the bigger gear? To move that bigger gear it would require more strength.
no, it was the grease. I opened it and replaced the grease
Luvias or Vanquish for ul?
Vanquish
Do you have or heard experience about shimano rarenium ci4+ 2500?
haven't seen this reel in USA or Japan..
@@ifishcatfish well im looking for new reels one for dropshot/light jig 2500 size.and for ul 1000. My rods are extremely low weight. dropshot 78grams ul 60grams, can you give me any recommendation ? I really like daiwa legalis lt versions for that price what it offers its nice. Also im considering in shimano stradic FL new series. Thanks for answer
Stradic FL is great. Both for dropshot and in 1000 size in UL. I just don't like the chrome color. Doesn't match my rods. I think Daiwa will release a JDM version in black color (with some funny name) and then i will get it.
You should have one Legalis anyway. It's so cheap.
Good review
You have a lot of good reels,
Why you dont have a shimano stella or daiwa exist
Today. I don't have them today. One day i will : )
@@ifishcatfish Wow, and when you have them you will also appreciate them because you actually went through with the simplest and highest roller
Strange you seem to be the only one with this complaint, I'm wondering if you didn't get a bad reel. Have you been able to compare it to a 19 certate or exist?
as far as size 2000 is concerned, i can confirm that all reels feel like this. I tried 3 so far and they are identical. Another youtuber who is also a sub bought it and told me his is the same way. Size 2000 has a big resistance. Maybe the biggest ones don't. maybe the biggest ones are bigger and heavier and resistance is not so easy to detect
@@ifishcatfish I was thinking about trying a 3000S-CXH, if I do I'll report back and let ya know.
that would be helpful
Well I got it today, felt a little stiff at first but it was a bit cold, got much better after playing with it a couple minutes. To me it feels very smooth, and doesn't seem to have that much resistance. It will turn from dead stop under handle weight if the spool is on the down stroke but won't if it is on the up stroke if that helps. It is the high speed version so I'm sure it would have even less resistance in a lower gear version.
Also, I have found a couple different people selling the tool for the engine plate on ebay if your interested.
i already have the tool but now i can't remove the little screw on top. waiting fr another tool.
If I put a longer handle on my reel resistance is much less. The 3000 size comes with longer handle and more leverage. But resistance is there on the small ones and i will try to fix it
cool video! i have been trying to find a daiwa theory for a long time. where could i get one?
its hard now. They were everywhere, even 40% off at Plat. Now u can only find them on ebay at crazy prices, which they are not worth. But a great reel at MSRP
What's a good price to pay for a theory?
Can't decide between a theory or a used exist lt
up to full MSRP, but not more.
if u find theory at around MSRP, i wouldn't take chances with used exist. U never know, u can get a trouble and then u r screwed, as u can't fix nothing in that reel
Probably going to be ordering the Daiwa Tatula LT after I saw it on your Amazon page, any specific things I should know about the reel beforehand?
Also once I get the Tatula LT, my Daiwa Prorex V LT 2500 will be temporarily overruled by the Tatula so maybe I could send it to you to maybe do a review of a foreign reel? It's a bit beat up (bail is a bit kaput) but it handles well for my perch fishing here in Holland haha.
Anyways, keep it up man :)
www.nordfishing77.at/daiwa-18-prorex-v-lt-2500-xh-10120?gclid=Cj0KCQiAwP3yBRCkARIsAABGiPpr0tdbLrJnH-JHlhIoLIj_K-J_8WxY9OX9ByJVTKB6iHDpb08o4WsaArNjEALw_wcB
This is the reel btw.
where are u from? If u in Holland, don't ship me anything, its not worth it. I appreciate the offer though.
Where are u buying the Tatula from? Amazon?
I would be careful what size tatula i buy. Put a few different reels on the rod where u gona put the Tatula, and see what weight reel balances your rod the best. Tatula is super light reel already. A size 2500 can balance your rod better than 1000. I know in europe u folks use longer rods. U probably don't need size 1000. Once u know what reel balances your rod the best, go do daiwa page and see which tatula is closest to that weight.
You should get a job in Daiwa I hate the no anti Reverse missing on the Luvias ...
I dont think they would extend me an offer :)
On plat.jp.co the diawa AGS rods are 50% off.
thanks. ive seen those. look nice but i know they pretty stiff
the startup inertia is done on purpose with Daiwas. If you want low startup high end Daiwas pre 2012 versions absolutely kill it. the start up inertia is so your handle doesn't swing to the bottom and move your lure/bait unintentionally. so whats depressing to you was designed intentionally and absolutely very handy for certain types of fishing I do.
that would be a strange consideration. Everyone i know hates resistance. Surprised Daiwa doesn't know that. Who are these people who like resistance that Daiwa is appealing to?
@@ifishcatfish people who don't want the reel to take up line and want the handle to stay put instead of swinging down with gravity. If you know about Daiwa reels you will know this. maybe some research will help you
I like to research. Where can i find such people? I have never met one in my life, and i’ve met a lot of people on youtube. What kind of fishing do u do where resistance is good?
@@ifishcatfish for the third time resistance is good when i don't want to move the bait, what don't you understand about that?
Hola aqui ya suscrito atu canal apoyando ..new suscriptor nice video
Hola amigo!
I have the 3000 size luvias and the resistance is actually close to my vanquish. It feels really good to me! I’m thinking maybe the smaller size luvias might just feel way worse for some reason.
Thats correct. There is 20 comments below on same topic. I think they used the same grease for big and small reels, but it doesnt work on small reels
Very very informative, I guess I’ll have to save up for a Vanquish :D. I wonder why you didn’t op for the 2500 size though.
I SHOULD HAVE. If you have a 2500 i want to swap. The rod in the thumbnail is a 4'6 Browning. Only a 4'6 rod will balance properly with this thing.
i_fish I haven’t ordered one yet, waited on your video, but I’ll end up ordering a Vanquish instead though. Been messing around with some BFS setups lately.
Leopold I don’t mind the comparison because this is all high end stuff, once you break the 300 dollar barrier, it’s all fair game. Heck, throw in the Exist and Stella as well lol. It’s all bang for your buck and best of the best stuff, love it!
20 luvias, 21 caldia, or 18 legalis for mini jigging?
Vanford or Vanquish is the best for trout magnet
@@ifishcatfish what about the soare Xr 2000sspg vs Vanford 2000s? The Vatican’s infinity pe x8 braid only comes with 75meters and both of these reels can hold more than that. Do you think it’s necessary to put backing?
@@erickescobedo4820 i have reviews on all of these reel if u want more detail. I don't go in this rabbit hole in the comments
Vic, here are schematics.
reels.spin-review.ru/cgi-bin/reel.pl?config=daiwa.pl&sort_d=y&ser=Luvias&template=11&matches=7
Also you could add weight to butt end of rod to get preferred balance.
Thanks for the schematics. I am sure it will help a few. I received my new key for opening the side plate. It travelled across many oceans. I will finally see what's inside of this thing.
As for putting weight in the end of the rod... seems weird to pay money for these exotic lightweight materials and then stick a chunk of weight in the back for balance : ). If I know i would have gotten the 2500 size.
i_fish I absolutely agree with you about the added weight.
As weird as it sounds, added weight to to butt of the rod will make it feel lighter.
The irony is we pay big money ti buy the carbon reels that weigh very little, but sometimes a cheaper reel weighs 10 gram more and actually feels better. On most of my rods legalis feels better than the luvias
i_fish my question is off topic, have you had a chance to try out Nikko baits yet? The hellgrammites have been absolute killers for smallmouth. Caddis flies and pin worms are trout assassins.
No. I have a backlog of japanese baits that i got over the winter and need to test. But if u have link i can check them
Great video. Any ideea if Luvias LT spool will fit Exist Lt? Cheers
Cacovean Ioan Cristian no idea..
Yes it will fit, all of LT reel that has spool support use same spool system: From tatula, ballistic, caldia, luvias, certate, exist. Just look for hedgehog studio’s SLP works LT type-α spool or SLP EX LT spool if you want spare spool
That way Daiwa used to be by forcing buyers to send their reels to their service centres for any sercice .shimano n penn r my reels only.
yeah, i get that sentiment a lot in the comments..
I can't bring myself to buy any Daiwa that doesn't have the new MQ body or any of the "ACCOMPLISHMENTS"
I recently bought 5 Luvias reels!!! I must have bragging rights.....
Put Luvias back in cart...
5 luvias reels???
@@ifishcatfish So far, waiting on 2 more.
Need low gear ratio. Oh and don't forget Airity! I'm a gear addict..... :-0
On CZcams ( Profisher.com.ua )54:50 Daiwa New18 Exist LT 2500D reel Go on this channel he has a part that takes off that side plate that you was talking about get hold of him I think he is Russia I don’t know he will tell you where he got it from or he made it off a three D Printer that is white plastic the one he his check him out good luck 👍
i found the tool now, but its really expensive. And i have to buy this magnetic fluid as well ... i don't know if i want to do that
It’s crazy what they put in reels now 🤪
Where did you buy that tool to take apart my reel on Daiwa Lavias LT FC 2000
daiwa is the next apple
in what way?
@@ifishcatfish they dont want you to fix your staff. :)
I don't know why the heck my tongue is twisted now....
I should say 'Proceed with Caution' in beginning of video..
Nice, complete and picky as usual. Love it. PLEASE change the brown placemat man. Its horrible and your reels are hard to see. :)
what do u recommend?
@@ifishcatfish white frost glass color will be good. It will show your reels more clearly. In fact all your gear will be more noticeable.
i never liked any other surface. I can't imagine what you are talking about. Feel free to send me a link of the material u think would be better. These things are easier said than done. I don't have anything better in the house, and can't remember seeing something i would like more.
@@ifishcatfish czcams.com/video/KbFMQQ6_BaI/video.html
@@ifishcatfish czcams.com/video/F4UBBJcDnk0/video.html
Витя, нафиг я тебя посмотрел!? Только вчера выписал с digitaka. Com Новый лювиас... И у меня уже к нему душа не лежит. А ведь его ещё даже не выслали...Или может в 4000 размере будет иначе?
4000 doesnt have this priblem.
You can't compare a Vanquish to the Luvias. That's comparing apples to oranges. Grab a Daiwa Exist then you can compare it to the Vanquish. Hell even a Daiwa Certate is a closer comparison.
turned out it was. But the MSRP is pretty close, and Luvias was the best UL reel after presso. I have played with Exist many times, and it cannot compare to vanquish for UL fishing. It is heavier and has more resistance. For any other kind of fishing the Exist would be better, but for Ultralight fishing Vanquish is the one and only king. Better than stella too
We will have to agree to disagree here Victor. There is just no way you can compare a Vanquish to a 20 Luvias. For someone who has a low inertia reel and gives a 20 Luvias a turn they may think something is wrong but it isn't. This was never meant to be low inertia reel. My 2000 is extremely smooth....yes it takes more effort to turn than the Presso Limited but from what I have gathered from watching a ton of auto translated videos the reel is as it is supposed to be. I have also watched a lot of eastern European videos about the 20 Luvias.....all good. Most do not or will not have the means to do a self service on this reel. I am one of those. I am too old and long ago quit opening up reels...but having said that I doubt if I still wanted to I wouldn't want to invest in the tool or magnetic oil to do so....some things are best left to the professionals. All it takes to remove the set screw on the 20 luvias is a .9mm hex head. There Is only one thing I do not like about the 20 Luvias reels.....there are no 1000 series. If there were I would be ordering about 5 more.
Randy, the US website has a 1000 size available, check it out. I personally prefer 2000 over 1000 because the line is less curly. My presso ltd is also 2025 , by choice. I really wish i got the 2500 size instead because i dont even have a rod to put this on and feel balanced. I would still get the 2500 if i thought it would have finesse reel grease inside, but i dont know that. My guess is daiwa will one day swith the grease in the factory and the next batch will come out with proper ultralight resistance. This is a 150 gram reel. There is no reason for this reel to have more resistance than my legalis
i_fish I don’t know. I think it will loosen up over time. If I were to use it as much as the 1000 series reels I have....and as much as I fish....it would really ease up on rotation. But this reel will in all likelihood be used mostly in spring time...on an Ajing rod....chasing big smallmouth. It will be perfect for that with the Troutist 4# test line with that bigger main gear.
yeah, i can see how u can use it just fine as it is. Especially since u r the only one in USA that has a rod for this reel , lol : ). I heard you mention that you will use it for float fishing. I immediately thought that's a good choice, since the resistance is not gona bother your sensitivity as much as in jigging. I will probably do the same, or crank some tiny swimbaits with it.. but for jigging it will bother me, at least right now.
As for maintenance, i may be able to get someone to open it up for me and replace the grease for free, but i am not sure I want such invasive surgery done to my brand new reel, lol : ). Even a dealer cannot open and clean main gears and put it back together and have it feel like factory. U have to completely disassemble the reel to clean all that grease, and I don't want that. My old Subaru has a passenger air bag recall, and dealer sent me 100 letters, and I refuse to take my Subaru for a free fix. U have to disassemble the entire dashboard to replace that air bag, and after that everything rattles. I am the only one who drives that Subaru and I only use it to tow a boat. The next owner can go and have the whole dashboard broken to pieces if he wants, but i will pass. But that's how I feel about having the entire reel broken to pieces to clean the grease. I'd rather just use it as is and wait for it to loosen a little..
i_fish there are quite a few reel guys that will super tune a reel for you. A good one is close to you...up in Canada.....Mikes Reel Repair....and there are others across US. Take it all apart.....clean and polish the gears....use high tech lubricants in all bearings and the main gear. Send it back and you have that low inertia reel. Shoot.....a lot of guys do this to every reel they buy.....before ever using it.
Well crap. I went in blind and bought a 2000S and 3000 Luvias LT 😭
let me know how u compare the resistance of the two reels. To me the 3000 feels like it has a lot less...
i_fish as you said. The little 2000s has a lot of resistance. Just feels not very sensitive and even more so with XH gear I got (I salt water fish in the south pacific so need faster gearing for faster fish) I feel the raspiness from the thick gear grease inside. May need to bring it in to someone the change out grease for me. But the 3000 definitely feels better. I also want to add: the biggest disappointed was how much the frame flexes. I’ve never had a carbon body reel, and as a long time shimano user, using Daiwa for the first time, I was a little disappointed. Miss the a Hagane body, or should have gotten a Certate haha. I also, replaced all the bushings with BB. Feels smoother or just placebo.
Which reel has flex? Never noticed flex in mine. But i catch small crappie, not saltwater
i_fish the 2000 body was flexing pretty bad. Didn’t feel it in the 3000. Although, I have to say It was flexing in a condition I probably won’t see while fishing. I was spooling my pe0.3 braid at the time, not fighting a fish. Reel on a heavier seabass rod, Drag tight, and tension high on the line spooler I use - always want my first line spool tight to avoid any line digging later. While spooling I thought the reel was not set properly, moving about in the reel seat. After tightening the reel foot more, that’s when I really felt it. Like the reel was made of rubber. Weirdest feeling ever. Had never felt that - doing the same thing with Shimano’s before it. This will probably be my last carbon body reel. But like I said, probably won’t ever see that happen when I actually fish as I will never put more than 2kg of drag using Pe0.3 braid, and my 10g yamaga blanks bluecurrent rod has barely half a kilo of rod drag.
Update: purchase the SLP Works Black gold RCS Handles for both the 2000 and 3000. Definitely improved the feel of both reels. I think part of the problem was they made the stock handle too light. The RCS handles are several grams heavier, especially on the threaded end. Seems like it adds extra initiative when turning.
You need a Stella in your life :)
I drink nothing bu Stella, my friend. You can see it in some other videos..
Daiwa schematics are very average compared to Shimano🙁
what do u mean? in what way?
I find Shimano clearer and easier to find on their website. I like to look at schematics before I purchase a new reel and sometimes I can’t even find Daiwa schematics for new reels.
Justin Burns ok. I agree with that. I also supect it is somewhat intentional, because so many of daiwa’s reels are exactly the same, but for one part. If people knew they wouldnt buy all these models
This is like to buy an SUV and use it for drag races. The luvias has never been designed for your type of fishing , you have the FC2000S model which is designed for area trout fishing, spoons and small cranks. How do you expect the luvias to balance 7-8' rods as most trout rods are 4 to 6 feet? Also try sending your vanquish to NA shimano center, they would not service it. There is MQ body tools on ebay for 60$, for the "secret screw" under the spool go to walmart and buy any phone repair kit and you don't need to remove the rotor to open the body so the magseal does not need replacement.
Looks like I wasted your time. You already knew everything that I just found out in these last 3 weeks. What can you do - not everybody knows everything, and I didn't.
About the tool though - Tackle Advisors just emailed me an ebay link, but that thing is in Australia and will be very expensive to get it shipped here. If you have a link to one of these tools that I can get for $60 shipped, please share if u don't mind.
@@ifishcatfish Link to the tool, www.ebay.com/itm/Daiwa-18-Exist-Spinning-Reel-Side-Cover-Remover-1000-6000-Body-Case-Remove-Tool/174127421364?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908105057%26meid%3Dd58b4162c6c0444fab2567d31ba63826%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D15%26mehot%3Dnone%26sd%3D174127421364%26itm%3D174127421364%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2380057&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3Aa04c644e-5ef9-11ea-a065-74dbd1804e16%7Cparentrq%3Aab67f4ac1700a4e865a428b6fff3e8b2%7Ciid%3A1
Also you did not waste my time, it is a great drinking game, every time you say BUT :)
this is a better deal - thanks. I approached the seller to confirm fit. The looks looks kind of big... and my reel is so small.. I want to make sure it will fit
@@amifishing any idea what the material is made out of? metal might scratch the reel...
Idont think you know dawia reels
Not as much as you, huh?
U Keep going on about the legalis as an ok reel, that is a shite reel, inhales water for x.
Legalis is the best ultralight reel under 100$. Reels in that price range don't have water protection. Fuego is a Legalis with a few seals, if u r interested
Hi Victor,
I really enjoy your videos. I saw a lot of your videos when your reels stated it seems to be a little tight. When you use the reels, it’s like it spins in honey or has a lot of grease in it. My reels are like that czcams.com/video/QiAr8xZ-5qg/video.html
Another question, I use a lot of middle class reels. They are working properly, but I would like to buy a flagship reel. I would like to use in spinning fishing, or UL spinning fishing. I thinking in 2 size. For UL 1000/2000 size, or normal spinning 2500 size. these reels sparked my interest: Exist, Stella, Vanquish. I know you say Vanquish is the king. But you tested or use in the past Exist or Stella? If I buy a flagship reel I would like to buy the best. On CZcams, who have both Stella and Exist, they say: Stella is smoother, but everyone prefers to use Exist. If you try to use Stella or Exist please share us some information about these flagship reels. I appreciate your opinion.
Best regards,
Gabor
Vanquish is the ultralight king! Important distinction. In heavier loads, the stella and exist will be better. If anyone says one of them is smoother than the ither, they are lying. Its just about arsthetics and resistance and inertia but even then its hard to tell which is better.