I won both reels myself & have to say it's hard to beat a Diawa t-wing in my opinion both great reels but i use my diawa reel for skipping. Great review!
If you have no idea what you’re doing, the DC on the 4 setting is probably the easiest. but as soon as you figure out the basic technique that SV spool is 1000 times better. I have owned and used both for this exact purpose, and sold the SLX pretty quick after trying the SV
I would liken the DC to training wheels, while the SV is like a racing bike. Compared to the SV, the DC definitely does choke out the casting distance IMO. Practice a lot, set the SV to like 8-10 and you can skip a dock all the way back to the shore. Easily 20yds of skipping with the right bait
Interesting…I’ve never considered dedicating a DC reel to pitching/skipping/etc. But all things considered, the braking on a reel doesn’t really affect whether or not I use it for a given application…at least I’ve never really done that in the past. I just have a metanium on an 844mbr dedicated to work around docks, etc…basic, light-handed braking on a good rod. A good rod makes the bigger difference for me, personally. Guys, if you’re buying really tricked out brakes in order to pull off these techniques, you’re going to get sooooo much better once you just back em off and feel it as you go. Your control will get better and as a consequence, you’ll backlash less. It’s still going to happen regardless of reel. There’s nothing you can do in “close quarters combat” situations. You’re just going to hit a branch or a dock piling sometimes…and skipping has an element of chaos theory to it where you’re *going to backlash* sometimes. I’ve been doing it for decades and still have a “welp…this reel is done for the day” incident at least once a year. BUT, getting your thumb under control will help there, as well.
I agree with you in theory; however, the braking system really does matter when you're kayak fishing. You're already not as stable, and on a poorer platform than a boat, with less space. These braking systems make it easy to skip, and you know what? That's what you want. Kayak fishing is already hard enough. These reels make skipping a lot more practical from a yak.
I just bought a Tatula 103SV and practicing my skipping on the water and my backyard . Though I am getting better at it I am still more like Gilligan and you're more like the Skipper.
If you are not into it yet, dont worry about it. Its actually a pretty big commitment in gear and practice to get comfortable with it imo. Thanks for watching bro.
Nice vid ... ive never tried a dc but I've skipped both an SV and a lews pro SP (their designated skipping reel) and I have to say the SV is better... I'd luv to get my hands on a dc jus to know for myself
If I could only choose one? The tatula sv. You can do so many things with both, but I find the sv is better for skipping, but it's also just a nicer frame for doing things like jerkbaiting, frogging, really any kind of twitch style movement you use with the rod. The tatula is just so palmeable and comfortable in hand, whereas the dc is kind of bulbous.
2 differend reels from the start theres no comparing. Use normal SLX and you notice the real differens. Tatula really Rocks can even trow 2.5 gram use right rod and line by far the best reel I have Lift slowly your rod when skipping !
I actually do skip with fluorocarbon most of the time. But I wanted to use braid because it's LESS forgiving. You mess up with braid that reel is done for the day. Fluorocarbon lets you get away with more.
@@fishwithoutfear8970 I agree that braid is nearly impossible to get a bad backlash out of , however it’s harder to backlash if you have a clue how to set your reel up. I make as long if a cast with a 3/4 oz trap, peel 5 more yards off then lay tape over the line still on the spool so the whole spool is ruined. Any line with memory is 10 times easier to backlash
@@Davo2233 I dunno, invisx doesn't have much memory relative to other fluoros and that's all i own at the moment. I might do another skip off in the future now that i own the new zillion. I'll keep fluoro in mind.
I won both reels myself & have to say it's hard to beat a Diawa t-wing in my opinion both great reels but i use my diawa reel for skipping. Great review!
I appreciate the feedback man. That SV spool is remarkable for skipping baits.
Ikr..the best line guide system
If you have no idea what you’re doing, the DC on the 4 setting is probably the easiest. but as soon as you figure out the basic technique that SV spool is 1000 times better. I have owned and used both for this exact purpose, and sold the SLX pretty quick after trying the SV
I would liken the DC to training wheels, while the SV is like a racing bike. Compared to the SV, the DC definitely does choke out the casting distance IMO. Practice a lot, set the SV to like 8-10 and you can skip a dock all the way back to the shore. Easily 20yds of skipping with the right bait
Thats been my experience as well. You put it very succinctly. Thanks for tuning in man.
I say the same thing lol #4 is best for skippin
Interesting…I’ve never considered dedicating a DC reel to pitching/skipping/etc. But all things considered, the braking on a reel doesn’t really affect whether or not I use it for a given application…at least I’ve never really done that in the past. I just have a metanium on an 844mbr dedicated to work around docks, etc…basic, light-handed braking on a good rod. A good rod makes the bigger difference for me, personally. Guys, if you’re buying really tricked out brakes in order to pull off these techniques, you’re going to get sooooo much better once you just back em off and feel it as you go. Your control will get better and as a consequence, you’ll backlash less. It’s still going to happen regardless of reel. There’s nothing you can do in “close quarters combat” situations. You’re just going to hit a branch or a dock piling sometimes…and skipping has an element of chaos theory to it where you’re *going to backlash* sometimes. I’ve been doing it for decades and still have a “welp…this reel is done for the day” incident at least once a year. BUT, getting your thumb under control will help there, as well.
I agree with you in theory; however, the braking system really does matter when you're kayak fishing. You're already not as stable, and on a poorer platform than a boat, with less space. These braking systems make it easy to skip, and you know what? That's what you want. Kayak fishing is already hard enough. These reels make skipping a lot more practical from a yak.
I just bought a Tatula 103SV and practicing my skipping on the water and my backyard . Though I am getting better at it I am still more like Gilligan and you're more like the Skipper.
Lol appreciate the kind words and good humour.
I would love to try out the DC, A "scientician" haha, Great line. I don't get much skipping done.
If you are not into it yet, dont worry about it. Its actually a pretty big commitment in gear and practice to get comfortable with it imo. Thanks for watching bro.
Nice comparison. SLX DC looked way better for backlashes. I hate getting them. It was the better one for me. Is anyone a scientition? 👍
It's solid dude. Very versatile reel and hard to beat for the price. Thanks for watching man.
Watch the entire video Einstein
the tatula sv is nuts
Absolutely. Best value reel on the market imo.
Nice vid ... ive never tried a dc but I've skipped both an SV and a lews pro SP (their designated skipping reel) and I have to say the SV is better... I'd luv to get my hands on a dc jus to know for myself
appreciate the positive comments man. DC is fun for sure, and outperforms sv in other areas imo. But skipping SV is the king.
which reel would you buy now if you could only choose one after owning them both for a period of time?
If I could only choose one? The tatula sv. You can do so many things with both, but I find the sv is better for skipping, but it's also just a nicer frame for doing things like jerkbaiting, frogging, really any kind of twitch style movement you use with the rod. The tatula is just so palmeable and comfortable in hand, whereas the dc is kind of bulbous.
Can you do a best casting distance test
Pro tip - buy a spinning combo... you can't outskip a spinning combo...
I appreciate the input, but it's just not the same for me.
Distance and higher lb test is the downside. And heavier lures skipping like jigs chatterbaits frogs
2 differend reels from the start theres no comparing. Use normal SLX and you notice the real differens. Tatula really Rocks can even trow 2.5 gram use right rod and line by far the best reel I have Lift slowly your rod when skipping !
I would to
I need that dc
The slx will skip better if you put the brakes on 1 or 2
You need more practice; I've been skipping for 20 years. It's not the reel it all about the technique. Keep practicing and good luck.
Why dont you try skipping the slx on three you did not try it once and see
I still prefer skiping on my dc 0% backlash
I get it. Gotta do what works for you.
Constantly rubbing over the mic was driving me crazy.
Absolutely mad along the twitch happy… something was definitely wrong with his action camera and/or mount 🫣
I have both of those reels and I know for sure you can skip that SLX better then you that lol put it on setting #4
If you actually paid attention to the video, you’d notice that was the exact setting it was on
Should have used fluorocarbon
I actually do skip with fluorocarbon most of the time. But I wanted to use braid because it's LESS forgiving. You mess up with braid that reel is done for the day. Fluorocarbon lets you get away with more.
@@fishwithoutfear8970 I agree that braid is nearly impossible to get a bad backlash out of , however it’s harder to backlash if you have a clue how to set your reel up. I make as long if a cast with a 3/4 oz trap, peel 5 more yards off then lay tape over the line still on the spool so the whole spool is ruined.
Any line with memory is 10 times easier to backlash
@@Davo2233 I dunno, invisx doesn't have much memory relative to other fluoros and that's all i own at the moment. I might do another skip off in the future now that i own the new zillion. I'll keep fluoro in mind.
Scientician....
He is a fishisian