I just watched a 14 minute review of a reel I have no interest in what-so-ever. Why? Cuz it's Debo, and cuz these reviews all add up to create a bigger picture, kids. Great job, man.
Man, let me tell you, I was not expecting this what I saw in your CZcams video explanation totally unbelievable never seen anybody gets so much into great detail. Very professional!! but I just wanted to tell you that I was completely blown away was not expecting it. But the way you talk about all these different things and how you get into it. It just blows my mind away. Best I've ever freaking seen !!!!!! They're just too many Goofy people trying to do what you do great job!
You did well expanding on the ergonomics of the reel and how the handle grips are subjective to personal preference , but I believe you did not go very in-depth into the performance of the reel , weightless baits , accuracy , casting into the wind , weighted bait sweet spots for the reel ie. does it excel at 1/4 - 1/2 for example. Also its performance vs the competition at the price point, what the manufacturer warranty and customer service experience ,should you have to call them. Just something to think about.
I got Lew's Custom Speed Spool(model: CG1XH) for $100 back in July. I was hunting for a reel to get myself for my birthday(on 7/11) and they had only one left on display. I inspected it and determined it to be just fine for me to get. I negotiated toe 100$, since it was a display. The BEST reel I have ever used. I love this thing. I have it paired with a Duckett Silverado 7-0 MH(also bought on sale at a different time). This combo is LIGHT and sensitive. I really enjoy fishing with it.
So, what I heard from a rep about the KVD was this: Kevin took the Lew's Tournament Pro LFS Casting Reel ($199) and said he wanted that reel at a better price, so they downgraded the handle, and they downgraded the spool and said "there you go!" I haven't bought one but I think they're great and I probably will pick one up.
If that were true, then they would have the same braking system. They do not. The Tournament Pro LFS has the ACB centrifugal brakes while the KVD reel has the MSB system with magnetic and centrifugal brakes. I'm personally not a fan of magnetic brakes, so the kvd reel would be good for people who aren't sure what their preference is.
@@dudemcgee256 Good to know man. I watched this the day after being in my local tackle shop & the store manager had a Lew's rep at the shop. They were discussing KVD and shared the story with me. I figure he's a credible source. I don't own the reel but figured I'd share. If that wasn't the case (and you say it wasn't) then boo on me for sharing without doing homework.
@@kylelundy7870 It's all good man, I hear stories all the time. I work for a tackle manufacturer and we are a Lew's dealer. I've gotten a unique opportunity to check out all of the reels in person to compare. The KVD reel is one of the best deals in the line up for sure. My fav is the Lew's Team Lite though.
One of the reasons I first started watching you was that I have come to love you gear reviews. There are other more scientific one's out there, but for my money you focus on things the average fisherman can truly appreciate as value. Thanks Debo
Hey, Debo's. KVD worked for Quantum before Lew's. All this reel is a Quantum KVD reel with a twist. Basically the same color, size, weight and ratios. Even the price is close to the same. You can pick up a Quantum KVD reel on EBay for half the price of the new Lew's. The only differents. I see is the extra brake system. So people don't be fooled that this is really something new. When it just a rehash of the Quantum KVD reel. I would buy a Quantum ACCURIST PT S3 reel with a flipping switch. Which is a very good baitcaster for less money 7 to 1 ratio. Got mine during a Christmas sale for $89.00. Great video Debo's. Lew's are good reel's. Hiller's uses them all the time. Shawn.
I usually keep the inside brakes set down and start with the outside turned up until I get dialed in. Looks like a nice reel. To me Lews reels and especially their rods, have a unique feel.
Have two myself and they're great. Have the 6.2 for cranking and the higher speed for heavy grass stuff. Absolutely nothing bad to say about them. I do agree with you about the compact size being uncomfortable for anglers with big paws, but my hands are small and this reel is a perfect fit.
95% of fishing gear is made in some Asian country. Doesn't effect my decisions on gear though. Any piece of gear from any company made in any country can be defective.
Thanks Deebo for the rundown on the reel. Most stores where I live don't carry great selections on baitcasters. So it is nice to get an in depth and honest review before I order one.
That's because until the past year all of their baitcasters had the pinion supported with nothing but plastic, let alone the fact theyve always used plastic frames in reels over $100, with these more recent models having aluminum frames at reasonable prices and using the p2 double bearing supported pinion in all their best reels it's like they've finally realized how they can actually provide the value they claim, until this shimano and daiwa have always had more to offer at ever price point but now with this much reel under $150 things are gonna heat up
@@solaydbak mmm maybe so. I haven’t tried either of those. I think mine is so smooth because of the grease and oil I use and I keep it super clean. I have a curado I, chronarch 200E7 and a slx and it’s not near as smooth as any of them. Now the chronarchs might could get close to outcasting the bb1 but not by much. But with how well my bb1 freespools I don’t think it’s physically possible to outcast it by much. And the retrieve is so a smooth you can flick it and it’ll spin the handle around about 10 times before it stops
I'd really like see an in-depth review of the Daiwa Tatula CT. What you think about their T-Wing System, Magforce compared to other brake systems, build quality, castability, cast distance compared to the SLX and your favorite casting reels. I want to hear all the little pet peeves you have with the CT because that's how we can get an honest review. I've been watching your videos for a long time but never bothered to sign in and subscribe. But you finally got me subscribe, like the video, and leave a comment because you've been teasing the CT review for so long. I've learned so much about the dos and don't dos of fishing from you. Keep up the great content.
I love how in-depth your reel reviews are. Wish I had enough experience with a wide variety of baitcasters to do the same. I usually use my Abu Black Max. It's been an absolute work horse for me... Can throw just about any weight lure, haven't cleaned or lubed it after 3 years of abuse and the darn thing just keeps working!
Should check out the Diawa Tatula Elite reel. Either the regular one or the pitch/flip. I have the regular one and so far I am loving it. Even more so than the Tatula SV's.
Hey.... so I challenge you to the Quantum icon pt. It’s an aluminum frame, 25 lb drag, for only $40 bucks on Amazon. I have one myself. It’s a budget beast.
Go Quantum. I have the ACCURIST PT S3 baitcaster 7 to 1. Awesome reel for $89.00. The color is white on a 6'6 Berkely Cherrywood medium heavy baitcaster rod. What puts the reel over the top. It has a flipping switch too. Never hear anyone bring up Quantum. Since KVD jumped ship from Quantum to Lew's. I will not use any other Baitcaster reel's. Quantum works for me. Shawn.
I’d love to see a review on the slx xt, and see what you think about the whole slx lineup and maybe your favorite or what you think is the best value between all of them.
I have a friend who’s a big KVD head so he told me about them before they released, I already have my rod and reel also and it’s nice I just have to get used to lews braking system
I got a qvd baitcasting reel in 7.5 to 1 for Christmas and I absolutely love it. Have it paired with my Dobbins 734 Cb. Absolutely recommend this real. Blows the daiwa line away.
Nice looking reel but at $139, I would probably go with the Tatula 100 for about the same price. Appreciate all of the vids you've been dropping lately!
I’ve got a couple different KVD reels and honestly I’ve never had an issue with them. Same thing with Lew’s reels. Not to mention if you do actually have an issue with your lews reel their customer service is awesome.
maybe it's just the perspective of the video, your talk about the play in the spool and handle made me curious so I checked the most expensive casting reel I've paid for, a $45 Daiwa CC80HS (I do have a Shimano Bass One XT that is near-mint but I only paid $10 for it), and the CC80HS seems like it has way less play to it than that KVD reel, especially with the handle.
I have moved away from Lew’s and gone with the Daiwa Tatula 100. It’s the smallest Tatula and it’s amazing reel. Love the refinement to them would like to see a video on it you can get them off Amazon for around 134.97 I think and bass pro will match that price. But it’s the only reel I want to throw anymore.
Debo my friend, thank you for doing this review. Not for the reel, I'm not a Lews guys so don't hate me lol. But I shot a reel review this morning and I wasn't happy with it. The way you broke things down helped me A TON so I'll be redoing it tonight. Thanks again my friend!
Yea Mr. Debo I loved the remote. Constructive criticism is that the vid wasn’t great but I do wish that you went a little more in depth. I’m thinking of picking up a Texas Rig Combo. What do you recommend? I’m meaning using a Pitboss. I might try a senko. I was looking at the KVD Lews stuff the other day. Looks great. I might get a bit more expensive real though... like the lews custom pro
Debo you should get the 7’0 med heavy milliken rod! I am planning on getting it but there are no reviews on CZcams. I pan on using it for swim jigs and flukes. I am also looking out for a nice shimano under 200 dollars, I’d like your opinion on that too!
The KVD Lew’s is almost identical to the Tournament MB and Tournament MB reels which are some of my favorite reels of all time. They are the perfect bang for the buck of durability and castability. Nice paint job as well. Lew’s sells all kinds of knobs if you want to switch them out
exact same reel as the Lew's tournament MP LFS from a year earlier, only they put KVD's name and color on it, and gave it the EVA knobs... that being said, OUTSTANDING reel! love mine and will definitely get in more gear ratios, AND also comes in 5:1 as well as the other 3 gear ratios. Also, a bit on the dual brakes for whomever will listen. It's about MORE adjustability, the magnetics are for more on harder casts and help more at the end of the cast to help feather the lure in , where centrifugal are more at the beginning of the cast to even the amount of speed from the initial snap of the cast, then work physically throughout the entire cast. great viDEBO!
My Shimano Curado just stopped working can’t reel it in with any weight on the line checked the drag checked all the weights it just stopped working. Anyway I was told by 2 major fishing equipment stores that I have to send it back to Shimano. I do not want to wait for them to fix it so I purchased the Lews KVD LFS bait caster for a backup until I get the Shimano back. I got it at a very good price and I thank you for the review. If you have any information on what happened to my Shimano I would appreciate it. Thanks again.
Pretty sweet reel! Never noticed your a left hand reeler!?? I’m a natural righty but been thinking about trying the left hand reel bait casters for efficiency purposes.
I have a white custom lew's and that has almost the same features for a lot less money. Just 2 less brakes inside and the win grips. Otherwise same reel.
I have both Lew's and Shimano reels. The 2 I grab the most are the Lew's Tournament MB and the Shimano 150 DC. They both cast very well but the advantage of the Shimano 150 or any DC reel, to my understanding, is I can be casting with the wind, turn into the wind and still make good casts with no further adjustment or bird nest. Great review Debo! Would like to see more with a tad more performance testing.
The KVD reel looks nice. I have a Lews Tournament Pro G that has the ACB (adjustable centrifugal braking) system which adjusts on the exterior of the reel similar to magnetic brakes. Works great.
So I hope I don't regret picking up a 13 Fishing Concept Z tonight for $120 after watching this. Speaking of. If you haven't done a review of one yet you definitely should.
I’m curious to see if you had much chance to fish it over the past year and what your thoughts were compared to other similar priced reels that you’ve had a chance to fish for a year plus.
Great info! Especially during the busiest market time of the year. Though money pervades, its reassuring to see that value is still, well, valued. You’re both a gentleman and a scholar 🤙 Thanks for your time sir 🙏
Almost bought the tournament MP last year. This looks like a better buy at $140 as opposed to the MP at $150. This reel actually seems pretty tough to beat at the price point. Thanks for the review. On a side note,I would really be curious to know your opinion as to whether or not a poison adrena mh is worth the cost increase over a mh expride.
Love the product reviews, Debo. Tell me, in your opinion, what's more important to you, the rod or the reel? Which would you be more likely to spend more money on?
I just picked up the custom speed spool and I don’t even think it has the p2 pinion gear but it’s still a hell of a reel. Especially matched up with the new tp1x rod!
So Debo, do you have a favorite casting reel? My current favorite is Tatula Elite. You've fished with a bunch so just curious. Thanks for all the good content brother.
I'd like your opinion on sixgill fishing reels... specifically the crius and hamarr. Both are excellent reels. I'd say the typhoon or Hyperion (personal favs) but they're undergoing an update
Looks like an reel I would be interested in purchasing. Always wanted to try a Quantum but never got around to buying one. I have a few Lews reel and could see myself buying his one.
What I will say.. I actually use spinning reel setup but I recently switched to lew's... It's that much better!!! So I can imagine that reel is even better
@@theangleraquarist Ive considered it especially since the TP1X doesnt have micro guides, the only thing I dont like is the painted blank. I dont care if the lower half is painted but I think paint on the tip hurts the sensitivity of the rod.
I think its pretty awesome. Great gear ratios and best of both world mag and centrifical brakes. Pretty cool the marked the centrifical brakes. Im one of those guys that contacted you and you helped. The bait keeper is pretty sweet.
I just started fishing and I have some entry level combos but I plan on getting something nice, Lews are so nice but I dont know all the companies yet. I have a cheap Shakespeare baitcaster combo that I learned on, a Abu Garcia black max spinning reel setup and I just got Abu black max baitcaster reel that in going to out on a Abu rod.
Great video sir!! I feel your reel review videos are far better than any other out there. You do a great job of breaking them down and giving and honest opinion. Look forward to the ones you got coming. Until then, stay safe and God Bless.
great review debo. cant wait to hear what you have to say about the slx dc. i have one on my frog rod and love it and just won another from tackle warehouse through the bassmaster fantasy fishing program!
Shape of this looks identical to my Hypermag and it seems to have better features. Considering my Hypermag is a 300 dollar reel, I'm impressed. The hypermag doesn't have any pinion gear support, it only has variable centrifugal brakes ( although I prefer it ), but the entire body is magnesium and sideplates are carbon fiber, so its light as hell. The spool is also very light and ported so it casts light lures really well. All and all I think this looks like a good offering. I'm impressed. I'd still probably take an SLX MGL over it though, it's only 10 dollars more and Shimano is just sooo much smoother.
So, first off, I may be buying a new reel. Thank Deebo. Haha also, I have an Okuma Cerros that I have been pretty happy with. To be honest, I don’t know all of the ins and outs. Have you ever used or heard anything about it?
Glad you posted this...I haven’t had time to fish with it but once and I have the GC4(7’MH) matching rod also no catches yet but they both feel really good. The only thing I’m regretting is going with a RH retrieve, all my others are LH and I chose an expensive setup to switch it up lol
Dude I've used quantum reels growing up and the KVD series was top notch I even still use my KVD quantum reels because they're great. I love that with Lew's the standard KVD promotes of affordable but durable under his name still holds true I might have to retire my quantum KVD series reels for the new Lew's KVD series reels, the only thing I don't like is the eva foam handles on his reels and rods I'm a huge fan of winn grips and it'll be the only thing I change on one of the Lew's KVD reels!
I'd use that reel but Id wait until it went on sale for around $100. Anything over $100 is too costly for me. It has great features but I doubt I'd use the inside breaking system too often but I would definitely use the hook hanger frequently.
Good review. As usual, we end up learning about 3 or 4 different products with each of these reviews which expands our knowledge in two directions; in depth facts about the subject and parallel/comparable info about the competition. Helps answer so many questions in a short amount of time. Your efforts are truly appreciated. 👍
Great overview and review as always Debo. Good job. So I'm not motivated much by KVD anymore than I'm motivated by Luke Combs pushing a special brand of Crocs shoes. I don't begrudge them using their Fame to open up a new line of revenue for themselves via a sponsorship but it doesn't motivate me. The reel does seem to have some good characteristics. I use the Lew's Speed Spool LFS Inshore (for about 4 years) nd the newer Lew's Custom Inshore (for about 2 years), and the Lew's Custom Inshore inshore adds the dual braking system. It is quite nice and you have to see it as a compound brake, meaning you can set a coarse adjustment with the centrifugal brakes and then within that particular range you can adjust a fine adjustment adding and subtracting using the mag. So it's not like you have to open the reel multiple times a day to adjust that inner centrifugal brake. I mean if you're going to go from throwing a Top Dog walking lure and then go right to a Ned rig on the same combo then yeah you're probably going to have to make a change on the inner brake, but there's so many other things that go into those two types of fishing, such as rod choice, that means you're not going to be doing that on an everyday basis, every other hour. For any given combo, though I'm glad that I can go in and adjust that centrifugal and then adjust in and around the centrifugal with the mag, I rarely do that often on the water. It's a good price point for an aluminum frame with a great range of adjustment on that brake system. I'd be interested in trying the Eva paddles. My LFS has the classic "combat grip" paddles and my Custom Inshore has the winn grips. I definitely like the combat style and shape but the Eva might make it a little bit more grippy than the plastic. I'll have to check it out as it could be a happy medium. I don't know if you buy the reels you test or if they loan them to you but I'd love to see a review of the Pro Ti if you haven't already done one.
I just watched a 14 minute review of a reel I have no interest in what-so-ever. Why? Cuz it's Debo, and cuz these reviews all add up to create a bigger picture, kids. Great job, man.
I really enjoy your product comments. Your honesty is appreciated. Keep ‘em coming.
The appreciation goes to everyone who watches 👊
Best baitcast reel for 140 alltime
Man, let me tell you, I was not expecting this what I saw in your CZcams video explanation totally unbelievable never seen anybody gets so much into great detail. Very professional!! but I just wanted to tell you that I was completely blown away was not expecting it. But the way you talk about all these different things and how you get into it. It just blows my mind away. Best I've ever freaking seen !!!!!! They're just too many Goofy people trying to do what you do great job!
I just bought this reel with 75:1 and I got the KVD GC4 rod can't wait to fish this casting rig
You did well expanding on the ergonomics of the reel and how the handle grips are subjective to personal preference , but I believe you did not go very in-depth into the performance of the reel , weightless baits , accuracy , casting into the wind , weighted bait sweet spots for the reel ie. does it excel at 1/4 - 1/2 for example. Also its performance vs the competition at the price point, what the manufacturer warranty and customer service experience ,should you have to call them. Just something to think about.
I am most happy to watch a "dude" in Iowa. Keep the reviews coming.👍👍
Yasss
Appreciate that more than you understand 🙏👊👊👊
I got Lew's Custom Speed Spool(model: CG1XH) for $100 back in July. I was hunting for a reel to get myself for my birthday(on 7/11) and they had only one left on display. I inspected it and determined it to be just fine for me to get. I negotiated toe 100$, since it was a display. The BEST reel I have ever used. I love this thing. I have it paired with a Duckett Silverado 7-0 MH(also bought on sale at a different time). This combo is LIGHT and sensitive. I really enjoy fishing with it.
So, what I heard from a rep about the KVD was this: Kevin took the Lew's Tournament Pro LFS Casting Reel ($199) and said he wanted that reel at a better price, so they downgraded the handle, and they downgraded the spool and said "there you go!"
I haven't bought one but I think they're great and I probably will pick one up.
I work for Basspro and our Lew's Sales reps 100% said MP with foam knobs and KVD color scheme.
If that were true, then they would have the same braking system. They do not. The Tournament Pro LFS has the ACB centrifugal brakes while the KVD reel has the MSB system with magnetic and centrifugal brakes. I'm personally not a fan of magnetic brakes, so the kvd reel would be good for people who aren't sure what their preference is.
@@dudemcgee256 Good to know man. I watched this the day after being in my local tackle shop & the store manager had a Lew's rep at the shop. They were discussing KVD and shared the story with me. I figure he's a credible source. I don't own the reel but figured I'd share. If that wasn't the case (and you say it wasn't) then boo on me for sharing without doing homework.
@@kylelundy7870 It's all good man, I hear stories all the time. I work for a tackle manufacturer and we are a Lew's dealer. I've gotten a unique opportunity to check out all of the reels in person to compare. The KVD reel is one of the best deals in the line up for sure. My fav is the Lew's Team Lite though.
One of the reasons I first started watching you was that I have come to love you gear reviews. There are other more scientific one's out there, but for my money you focus on things the average fisherman can truly appreciate as value. Thanks Debo
Hey, Debo's. KVD worked for Quantum before Lew's. All this reel is a Quantum KVD reel with a twist. Basically the same color, size, weight and ratios. Even the price is close to the same. You can pick up a Quantum KVD reel on EBay for half the price of the new Lew's. The only differents. I see is the extra brake system. So people don't be fooled that this is really something new. When it just a rehash of the Quantum KVD reel. I would buy a Quantum ACCURIST PT S3 reel with a flipping switch. Which is a very good baitcaster for less money 7 to 1 ratio. Got mine during a Christmas sale for $89.00. Great video Debo's. Lew's are good reel's. Hiller's uses them all the time. Shawn.
Mine just showed up in the mail 2 days ago. I can't wait to use it, but the ice is just now coming off the lakes here in Michigan.
I usually keep the inside brakes set down and start with the outside turned up until I get dialed in. Looks like a nice reel. To me Lews reels and especially their rods, have a unique feel.
Have two myself and they're great. Have the 6.2 for cranking and the higher speed for heavy grass stuff. Absolutely nothing bad to say about them. I do agree with you about the compact size being uncomfortable for anglers with big paws, but my hands are small and this reel is a perfect fit.
Thank you for the great review. I like what I see in the Lew's KVD reel. Lots of great features. One major problem for me: Made in CHINA.
Yeah, most reels at that price point are made there 💁♂️
Mine said it was made in Korea
95% of fishing gear is made in some Asian country. Doesn't effect my decisions on gear though. Any piece of gear from any company made in any country can be defective.
I own 2 Lew's KVD reels and they are excellent 👍🏼
Thanks Deebo for the rundown on the reel. Most stores where I live don't carry great selections on baitcasters. So it is nice to get an in depth and honest review before I order one.
I’ve owned several Lews. From $99 to $250. And they never seemed to be as smooth as Shimano.
This man is spitting straight facts right here
That's because until the past year all of their baitcasters had the pinion supported with nothing but plastic, let alone the fact theyve always used plastic frames in reels over $100, with these more recent models having aluminum frames at reasonable prices and using the p2 double bearing supported pinion in all their best reels it's like they've finally realized how they can actually provide the value they claim, until this shimano and daiwa have always had more to offer at ever price point but now with this much reel under $150 things are gonna heat up
I agree except for my BB1. My bb1 is the smoothest reel I have out of 15 or so varying from $120-300
@@tlalexander3 I think Shimano Curado k and DC blow the bb1 out of the water
@@solaydbak mmm maybe so. I haven’t tried either of those. I think mine is so smooth because of the grease and oil I use and I keep it super clean. I have a curado I, chronarch 200E7 and a slx and it’s not near as smooth as any of them. Now the chronarchs might could get close to outcasting the bb1 but not by much. But with how well my bb1 freespools I don’t think it’s physically possible to outcast it by much. And the retrieve is so a smooth you can flick it and it’ll spin the handle around about 10 times before it stops
Looking to spoil myself this Christmas. Might consider this baitcaster.
Go with shimano if you want to spoil yourself. I’ve had nothing but bad experiences with my two lews reels.
@@fishingharry5285 same! I switched to shimano and never looking back
I love the dual brakes maybe its just a confidence thing but i can fine tune them so much better
Oh man I love the dual breaking. Thanks for the shirt dude
My man 👊👊👊👊
I'd really like see an in-depth review of the Daiwa Tatula CT. What you think about their T-Wing System, Magforce compared to other brake systems, build quality, castability, cast distance compared to the SLX and your favorite casting reels. I want to hear all the little pet peeves you have with the CT because that's how we can get an honest review.
I've been watching your videos for a long time but never bothered to sign in and subscribe. But you finally got me subscribe, like the video, and leave a comment because you've been teasing the CT review for so long. I've learned so much about the dos and don't dos of fishing from you. Keep up the great content.
I love how in-depth your reel reviews are. Wish I had enough experience with a wide variety of baitcasters to do the same. I usually use my Abu Black Max. It's been an absolute work horse for me... Can throw just about any weight lure, haven't cleaned or lubed it after 3 years of abuse and the darn thing just keeps working!
Picked this up yesterday. Love it!!! Adding it to the LEW's family on the boat.
I have to say that is a sharp colour and a nice looking reel.
How about the COLOR IS SHARP LOOKING ? 😅
Should check out the Diawa Tatula Elite reel. Either the regular one or the pitch/flip. I have the regular one and so far I am loving it. Even more so than the Tatula SV's.
Hey.... so I challenge you to the Quantum icon pt. It’s an aluminum frame, 25 lb drag, for only $40 bucks on Amazon. I have one myself. It’s a budget beast.
Go Quantum. I have the ACCURIST PT S3 baitcaster 7 to 1. Awesome reel for $89.00. The color is white on a 6'6 Berkely Cherrywood medium heavy baitcaster rod. What puts the reel over the top. It has a flipping switch too. Never hear anyone bring up Quantum. Since KVD jumped ship from Quantum to Lew's. I will not use any other Baitcaster reel's. Quantum works for me. Shawn.
Reminded me of my lews tournament mb speed spool
I ordered one but I am a Lew's fan boy for good reason they work for my gorilla like casting techniques and last!
Thanks Debo!! Always appreciate ya! I'm 43 my vision is getting bad, I don't want to remove a plate. Thanks for your time, and info.
I’d love to see a review on the slx xt, and see what you think about the whole slx lineup and maybe your favorite or what you think is the best value between all of them.
Interesting to hear your thoughts. I have never seen this around except for your videos. Thank you sir.
It just dropped on TW last month
@@rickyrodriguez9831 well that makes sense since I don’t shop weekly at TW like Debo does hahaha
I have a friend who’s a big KVD head so he told me about them before they released, I already have my rod and reel also and it’s nice I just have to get used to lews braking system
I got a qvd baitcasting reel in 7.5 to 1 for Christmas and I absolutely love it. Have it paired with my Dobbins 734 Cb. Absolutely recommend this real. Blows the daiwa line away.
Nice looking reel but at $139, I would probably go with the Tatula 100 for about the same price. Appreciate all of the vids you've been dropping lately!
I’ve got a couple different KVD reels and honestly I’ve never had an issue with them. Same thing with Lew’s reels. Not to mention if you do actually have an issue with your lews reel their customer service is awesome.
maybe it's just the perspective of the video, your talk about the play in the spool and handle made me curious so I checked the most expensive casting reel I've paid for, a $45 Daiwa CC80HS (I do have a Shimano Bass One XT that is near-mint but I only paid $10 for it), and the CC80HS seems like it has way less play to it than that KVD reel, especially with the handle.
Love your reviews Debo. Short and sweet and to the point, from an experienced fellow tackle junkie.
Thank you once again for taking the time to check out all the gear so we don't have to.
I have moved away from Lew’s and gone with the Daiwa Tatula 100. It’s the smallest Tatula and it’s amazing reel. Love the refinement to them would like to see a video on it you can get them off Amazon for around 134.97 I think and bass pro will match that price. But it’s the only reel I want to throw anymore.
Honestly looks like a great reel, looking forward to the Shimano slx dc review
So far it's solid. Yes, the DC review is coming soon!
@@DEBOSFishing Yes the SLX DC review would be sick!! cant wait for that!
The braking system is almost like the Bass Pro Qualifier 2. Love that setup
Didn't think the pro qualifier 2 had internal centrifugal breaks?
I've been thinking about getting a kvd now that I've watched this I'm gonna get on now.
I'm going back and watching lots of your videos I look forward to every thing you got coming you do a wonderful job
Debo my friend, thank you for doing this review. Not for the reel, I'm not a Lews guys so don't hate me lol. But I shot a reel review this morning and I wasn't happy with it. The way you broke things down helped me A TON so I'll be redoing it tonight. Thanks again my friend!
Haha no worries my friend, I like all brands. I was watching your 13 reel review. Good talk! Need to finish it 👊
@@DEBOSFishing thank you brother!! That means a lot 👊🏻 I know you’re ready, but dang man let’s get to froggin again already lol
Prorder mine from tackle warehouse.. Got it on sale for $118..with free shipping!! Awesome reel!! Love it!!
Yea Mr. Debo I loved the remote. Constructive criticism is that the vid wasn’t great but I do wish that you went a little more in depth. I’m thinking of picking up a Texas Rig Combo. What do you recommend? I’m meaning using a Pitboss. I might try a senko. I was looking at the KVD Lews stuff the other day. Looks great. I might get a bit more expensive real though... like the lews custom pro
Debo you should get the 7’0 med heavy milliken rod! I am planning on getting it but there are no reviews on CZcams. I pan on using it for swim jigs and flukes. I am also looking out for a nice shimano under 200 dollars, I’d like your opinion on that too!
The KVD Lew’s is almost identical to the Tournament MB and Tournament MB reels which are some of my favorite reels of all time. They are the perfect bang for the buck of durability and castability. Nice paint job as well. Lew’s sells all kinds of knobs if you want to switch them out
exact same reel as the Lew's tournament MP LFS from a year earlier, only they put KVD's name and color on it, and gave it the EVA knobs... that being said, OUTSTANDING reel! love mine and will definitely get in more gear ratios, AND also comes in 5:1 as well as the other 3 gear ratios. Also, a bit on the dual brakes for whomever will listen. It's about MORE adjustability, the magnetics are for more on harder casts and help more at the end of the cast to help feather the lure in , where centrifugal are more at the beginning of the cast to even the amount of speed from the initial snap of the cast, then work physically throughout the entire cast. great viDEBO!
How should I set it up if I backlash kind of early to mid cast? I’m used to Daiwa brakes and this is my first lews reel!
Right now it’s only on 3 and it feels pretty stiff
I usually start it with 2 centrifugal then adjust the magnets from there, you really want to make sure your spool tension knob is correct as well
I’ve been looking at that reel. I thought it looked good. Now I want one.
I set the centrifical once. 2 on 2 off. Once done all ajusting is outside. Was going between this and the Roxani. Thank you for helping me choose :)
My Shimano Curado just stopped working can’t reel it in with any weight on the line checked the drag checked all the weights it just stopped working. Anyway I was told by 2 major fishing equipment stores that I have to send it back to Shimano. I do not want to wait for them to fix it so I purchased the Lews KVD LFS bait caster for a backup until I get the Shimano back. I got it at a very good price and I thank you for the review. If you have any information on what happened to my Shimano I would appreciate it. Thanks again.
Pretty sweet reel! Never noticed your a left hand reeler!?? I’m a natural righty but been thinking about trying the left hand reel bait casters for efficiency purposes.
I believe I’ve seen him reel L and R. I think this is just what he got his hands on for the review.
Debo there is a lure it's like a hollow body frog. But it's a spider you should buy one
I have a white custom lew's and that has almost the same features for a lot less money. Just 2 less brakes inside and the win grips. Otherwise same reel.
Would a camera lens cap holder keep the brake cover handy? They're cheap and could save you the trouble of the brake cover sinking in the lake.
Smooth casting one brake,7 on the magnetic.
Japanese tackle fanboy here. I'm very biased towards Shimano and Daiwa
I have both Lew's and Shimano reels. The 2 I grab the most are the Lew's Tournament MB and the Shimano 150 DC. They both cast very well but the advantage of the Shimano 150 or any DC reel, to my understanding, is I can be casting with the wind, turn into the wind and still make good casts with no further adjustment or bird nest. Great review Debo! Would like to see more with a tad more performance testing.
The KVD reel looks nice. I have a Lews Tournament Pro G that has the ACB (adjustable centrifugal braking) system which adjusts on the exterior of the reel similar to magnetic brakes. Works great.
Love my Lews reels. They are all that I use. For me they have been very reliable.
Great review Debo, hitting your stride! You run a fishing channel brother, the mullet is the magic! There’s a tshirt in there somewhere....
i was looking at the smash BC reel now you just changed my mind thanks Debo
Just got one yesterday for my St. Croix.... can’t wait
Looks awesome, I would give it a go for sure! Half mullet lol pure gold
Mullet game strong 🤣
So I hope I don't regret picking up a 13 Fishing Concept Z tonight for $120 after watching this. Speaking of. If you haven't done a review of one yet you definitely should.
I’m curious to see if you had much chance to fish it over the past year and what your thoughts were compared to other similar priced reels that you’ve had a chance to fish for a year plus.
Great info! Especially during the busiest market time of the year. Though money pervades, its reassuring to see that value is still, well, valued. You’re both a gentleman and a scholar 🤙 Thanks for your time sir 🙏
Looks nice crimson new flavor noice
Almost bought the tournament MP last year. This looks like a better buy at $140 as opposed to the MP at $150. This reel actually seems pretty tough to beat at the price point. Thanks for the review. On a side note,I would really be curious to know your opinion as to whether or not a poison adrena mh is worth the cost increase over a mh expride.
Love the product reviews, Debo. Tell me, in your opinion, what's more important to you, the rod or the reel? Which would you be more likely to spend more money on?
Depends how much we're talking and the lures im using the combo for. I smell a vid on this soon!
I just picked up the custom speed spool and I don’t even think it has the p2 pinion gear but it’s still a hell of a reel. Especially matched up with the new tp1x rod!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Looks cool.
So Debo, do you have a favorite casting reel? My current favorite is Tatula Elite. You've fished with a bunch so just curious. Thanks for all the good content brother.
I'd like your opinion on sixgill fishing reels... specifically the crius and hamarr. Both are excellent reels. I'd say the typhoon or Hyperion (personal favs) but they're undergoing an update
Think you just changed my mind on what Lews reel I’m getting next !! Great vid
Looks like an reel I would be interested in purchasing. Always wanted to try a Quantum but never got around to buying one. I have a few Lews reel and could see myself buying his one.
Another great honest review. I like the fact that you compare to other brands really helps out thank you
Thank you for the great break down on this reel! Can’t wait to pick on up!! All I have is Lew’s!!
Sportsman's outfitters has these on sale for $119 and matching kvd rods under $100
What I will say.. I actually use spinning reel setup but I recently switched to lew's... It's that much better!!! So I can imagine that reel is even better
I was hoping you were reviewing the matching rod also lol. Im really considering one
You should get the tp1x
@@theangleraquarist Ive considered it especially since the TP1X doesnt have micro guides, the only thing I dont like is the painted blank. I dont care if the lower half is painted but I think paint on the tip hurts the sensitivity of the rod.
I think its pretty awesome. Great gear ratios and best of both world mag and centrifical brakes. Pretty cool the marked the centrifical brakes. Im one of those guys that contacted you and you helped. The bait keeper is pretty sweet.
In getting that reel 100 percent aslong as it has a alluminum body
I just started fishing and I have some entry level combos but I plan on getting something nice, Lews are so nice but I dont know all the companies yet. I have a cheap Shakespeare baitcaster combo that I learned on, a Abu Garcia black max spinning reel setup and I just got Abu black max baitcaster reel that in going to out on a Abu rod.
Great video sir!! I feel your reel review videos are far better than any other out there. You do a great job of breaking them down and giving and honest opinion. Look forward to the ones you got coming. Until then, stay safe and God Bless.
great review debo. cant wait to hear what you have to say about the slx dc. i have one on my frog rod and love it and just won another from tackle warehouse through the bassmaster fantasy fishing program!
Shape of this looks identical to my Hypermag and it seems to have better features. Considering my Hypermag is a 300 dollar reel, I'm impressed. The hypermag doesn't have any pinion gear support, it only has variable centrifugal brakes ( although I prefer it ), but the entire body is magnesium and sideplates are carbon fiber, so its light as hell. The spool is also very light and ported so it casts light lures really well.
All and all I think this looks like a good offering. I'm impressed. I'd still probably take an SLX MGL over it though, it's only 10 dollars more and Shimano is just sooo much smoother.
I have 2 of the new model fls speed spool and love them . I intend to add a couple of these to my arsonal as well .
So, first off, I may be buying a new reel. Thank Deebo. Haha also, I have an Okuma Cerros that I have been pretty happy with. To be honest, I don’t know all of the ins and outs. Have you ever used or heard anything about it?
Definitely more interested in that Diawa Tatula review then this one.
Same but this is a nice reel lews is my go to after shimano or diawa i trust there equipment
That’s a nice looking reel. Thanks for the honest opinions on it. Helps us laymen make informed decisions.
I can't imagine KVD putting his name on anything he doesn't stand by. He is far from desperate. Awesome review folks. #tightlines
Glad you posted this...I haven’t had time to fish with it but once and I have the GC4(7’MH) matching rod also no catches yet but they both feel really good. The only thing I’m regretting is going with a RH retrieve, all my others are LH and I chose an expensive setup to switch it up lol
I find these reels to be very good. Very "fishable"! I have two and I could spend twice as much and not get a better reel. Will buy more!
Dude I've used quantum reels growing up and the KVD series was top notch I even still use my KVD quantum reels because they're great.
I love that with Lew's the standard KVD promotes of affordable but durable under his name still holds true
I might have to retire my quantum KVD series reels for the new Lew's KVD series reels, the only thing I don't like is the eva foam handles on his reels and rods I'm a huge fan of winn grips and it'll be the only thing I change on one of the Lew's KVD reels!
I'd use that reel but Id wait until it went on sale for around $100. Anything over $100 is too costly for me. It has great features but I doubt I'd use the inside breaking system too often but I would definitely use the hook hanger frequently.
Appreciate clear video close up's and your clear reviews. Keep them coming.
Appreciate you watching!
Like the bass geek shirt. Have you done a review on the bass pro pro qualifier 2?
Good review. As usual, we end up learning about 3 or 4 different products with each of these reviews which expands our knowledge in two directions; in depth facts about the subject and parallel/comparable info about the competition. Helps answer so many questions in a short amount of time. Your efforts are truly appreciated. 👍
Great overview and review as always Debo. Good job.
So I'm not motivated much by KVD anymore than I'm motivated by Luke Combs pushing a special brand of Crocs shoes. I don't begrudge them using their Fame to open up a new line of revenue for themselves via a sponsorship but it doesn't motivate me.
The reel does seem to have some good characteristics. I use the Lew's Speed Spool LFS Inshore (for about 4 years) nd the newer Lew's Custom Inshore (for about 2 years), and the Lew's Custom Inshore inshore adds the dual braking system. It is quite nice and you have to see it as a compound brake, meaning you can set a coarse adjustment with the centrifugal brakes and then within that particular range you can adjust a fine adjustment adding and subtracting using the mag. So it's not like you have to open the reel multiple times a day to adjust that inner centrifugal brake. I mean if you're going to go from throwing a Top Dog walking lure and then go right to a Ned rig on the same combo then yeah you're probably going to have to make a change on the inner brake, but there's so many other things that go into those two types of fishing, such as rod choice, that means you're not going to be doing that on an everyday basis, every other hour. For any given combo, though I'm glad that I can go in and adjust that centrifugal and then adjust in and around the centrifugal with the mag, I rarely do that often on the water.
It's a good price point for an aluminum frame with a great range of adjustment on that brake system. I'd be interested in trying the Eva paddles. My LFS has the classic "combat grip" paddles and my Custom Inshore has the winn grips. I definitely like the combat style and shape but the Eva might make it a little bit more grippy than the plastic. I'll have to check it out as it could be a happy medium.
I don't know if you buy the reels you test or if they loan them to you but I'd love to see a review of the Pro Ti if you haven't already done one.