2017 Shimano Met MGL Z-Pride

[caoabunga]

Hi All,

I came across this the other day - http://zpi-japan.com/products/ZPride17.html and I was wondering if its worth the price?

A normal Met MGL right now is currently $300ish if you go to the right online retailers. I am currently in the market for 7.1 - 7.4 ratio for my jerkbait/topwater rod. I was considering pairing my j-dream 7.9 on but I figured I would leave that for my jigging rod instead.

I have read the description on the site basically saying the reel will be lighter and provide a smoother cast. I have yet to experience any ZPI products and I was wondering people who have used or own the 13 Met Z-Pride can chime in and provide their feedbacks.

Thanks!

[Cracker]

Cool looking reel, but MSRP price of 68,000 Yen is kinda out of my range.

[LowRange]

I'm skeptical of the linear mag braking. I like it for UL baits but prefer a centrifugal componet to my mag breaking for regular use.

[fffishing]

Just got Z-Pride13,-awesome reel!!! Megabass level! Have also MGL... Bodies more-less same,Z is match "tide"..maybe coz newest
Brakes...-magnets good for all,more for finese ,SVS for jerks the best.
So,need both

[caoabunga]

Thanks for the reply guys, I guess I got caught in the hype of such a nice looking reel lol.

[fishingandfords]

I would build my own ans use a swept handle

[fffishing]

I would build my own ans use a swept handle

Sure! If you have a MGL already,to get a ZPI spool vs magbrake come not so pricey...