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by Mdmel
Sun Jul 31, 2022 5:12 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: New Excense dc
Replies: 9
Views: 3391

Re: New Excense dc

i hope it comes with a smaller body compared to exsence 2017 dc model but i doubnt it it might be the same frame even the spool size is the same i assume maybe the same spool of antares dc weighing 16.5 gr ( 2017 exsence dc is about 18.5 gr afaik ) maybe we can use this new spool on our 2017 model eh?
by Mdmel
Fri Jul 15, 2022 3:21 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: DON'T BUY CONQUEST 200/201XG IF YOU WANT CLICKER
Replies: 18
Views: 3496

DON'T BUY CONQUEST 200/201XG IF YOU WANT CLICKER

Sorry for the caps but i want everyone interested to get their attention because shimano disguised these new models missing drag clicker and i have bought this reel and found out while im fishing . imagine the dissappointment , the drag clicker is a must have for me , i dont enjoy fishing without a ...
by Mdmel
Sat Apr 17, 2021 5:13 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Shimano Spool Weight List
Replies: 5
Views: 2830

Re: Shimano Spool Weight List

These are my personal measurements. All with bearing if there is one behind the pin. Aldebaran 30/31 MGL - 12.4 g Curado K 200/201 - 16.0 g 14 Conquest 12CNQ1024 (with SVS unit) - 12.3 g 14 Conquest 100/101 - 13.5 g Bantam MGL - 14.8 g OG Exsence DC - 17.2 g OG Metanium MGL - 14.1 g i'm surprised a...
by Mdmel
Sun Apr 04, 2021 1:33 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Shimano Spool Weight List
Replies: 5
Views: 2830

Shimano Spool Weight List

Ok , sorry if this is posted before. I made a list of the spool weights of certain popular baitcast models and will try to update for future reference. Please correct me if I’m wrong but most of the data is collected from YouTube reviews ( bearings included ) 14 Conquest 12CNQ1024 (with SVS unit) - ...
by Mdmel
Mon Dec 28, 2020 2:42 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone
Replies: 59
Views: 21819

Re: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone

Thank you for all the positive feedback in tihs topic. After bearing change on the spool the dc sound is fixed.Im gonna try the hedgehog air ceramic HD bearings in the future but it is fine at the moment. Here is the pre and post videos of mine incase you wonder .. Pre fix : https://www.youtube.com/...
by Mdmel
Sat Oct 31, 2020 5:13 am
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: Ester or PE Braid?
Replies: 43
Views: 22699

Re: Ester or PE Braid?

hey guys quick question.. first : i read somewhere that ester is not advised on baitcasters.anyone here that use ester line on bfs reels? second question i have 0.2pe sunline ester line , can i use it without a leader for mackarel ( ajing fishing) , mackarels are a bit hideous we always use fc leade...
by Mdmel
Thu Oct 22, 2020 8:41 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Daiwa Alphas Air TW 2020
Replies: 181
Views: 100375

Re: Daiwa Alphas Air TW 2020

SAGISI CUST0MS wrote:
Thu Oct 22, 2020 8:10 am
Sorry that is not me in the video. I should have 25 clicker kits available soon. Machining and testing is taking longer then expected.
where should we contact you to order a kit mate?

facebook ?
by Mdmel
Thu Oct 22, 2020 1:29 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Daiwa Alphas Air TW 2020
Replies: 181
Views: 100375

Re: Daiwa Alphas Air TW 2020

Just finished v2 prototype and it feels and sounds identical to a Steez ct drag clicker. Design has been sent to my machine shop. I will get you guys more details in the coming weeks. Gonna fish it this weekend but from comparing side to side with Steez ct, I know it’s gonna perform flawlessly. I h...
by Mdmel
Tue Oct 20, 2020 7:19 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Are Shimano DC Reels Appropriate for Tai Rubber Discipline?
Replies: 2
Views: 1471

Are Shimano DC Reels Appropriate for Tai Rubber Discipline?

A friend of mine requested me to ask whether he can do tai rubber with shimano DC reels? Anyone has offshore experience with shimano dc reels for tai rubber fishing? He has calcutta conquest DC 200HG in his mind . At most he'd use 150gr .. does the DC brake system interfere during free fall? ( i hav...
by Mdmel
Sat Sep 26, 2020 12:29 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone
Replies: 59
Views: 21819

Re: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone

Thanks guys.

Im not experienced with gear so ill ask a friend of mine to open up the reel and check the internals.

if it is indeed a salt corrhosion problem then im gonna be quite dissappointed.

i used the reel 5-6 times in saltwater and always rinsed with tap water afterwards..
by Mdmel
Fri Sep 25, 2020 12:16 pm
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone
Replies: 59
Views: 21819

Re: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone

Yeah although smooth the sound is a bit harsh aint it ?
by Mdmel
Fri Sep 25, 2020 4:53 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone
Replies: 59
Views: 21819

Re: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone

thanks guys last few post really were informative and i learned lots of stuff from this topic.

anyway i ordered a new dc module and replaced it , the dc sound is more prominent but still not as good as the day 1.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L-aKoO ... ityFishing
by Mdmel
Tue Sep 08, 2020 3:54 am
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: Revo S
Replies: 21
Views: 17412

Re: Revo S

I bought revo sx from amazon.co.jp for half the price and im very happy with the reel. Just tested this weekend and with 1.5pe casting distance is amazing.Also really friendly reel. I was able to cast with 2/6 centrifugal brake and magnetic brakes off , still no backlash.Both 30gr and 14 gr lures re...
by Mdmel
Tue Sep 08, 2020 3:51 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone
Replies: 59
Views: 21819

Re: Exsence dc 17 dc sound gone

update : Shimano local service checked the machine .
They couldnt figure out the problem , not even tried to open the reel and see if the bearings have any issue etc ..

back to square one i guess..