A First Hands On Look At The New Daiwa Steez A II Reel!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 дек 2024

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  • @LoganWolf1984
    @LoganWolf1984 Год назад +20

    I got the JDM version back in December of 22' and it is fantastic. It's everything the Zillion is but better. It has a wide bait range. I've casted Texas rigged soft plastic up to 2.5oz glide baits. It will cast a 1/2oz square bill into another zip code. If the Zillion is a home run, then the Steez A II is the game winner.

    • @NoWayThisIsReaI
      @NoWayThisIsReaI Год назад

      Would you say it handles 1/4oz better than the zillion? I feel the zillion shines at a bit heavier weights.

    • @LoganWolf1984
      @LoganWolf1984 Год назад +1

      @philipwiberg992 I think the Zillion might be better at the 1/4 oz stuff, but it's really a toss-up. To me, it would depend on the rod.

    • @amandapiper-michael1882
      @amandapiper-michael1882 Год назад

      Would you say that the steez a actually performs better than the zillion? If so, what would you say is better

    • @LoganWolf1984
      @LoganWolf1984 Год назад +1

      @amandapiper-michael1882 I think the Zillion is the better value. If you buy the JDM version of the Steez A II, I like it for that price but not at the USD price. So if buy from the US then the Zillion. If buy JDM, then the Steez.

    • @rickybudeanu3002
      @rickybudeanu3002 11 месяцев назад

      How do you feel the JDM model does with casting those heavy glides with line capacity? I’m debating on USDM OR JDM but worried about not enough line with the JDM. Looking to throw 1oz on this thing.

  • @ronswinford4952
    @ronswinford4952 Год назад +2

    I wish it came in a 6.1 I would really like to have one of them for bigger squarebills, but some of the lakes I fish are always stained to just flat muddy and the 6.1 and at times even the 5.1 allow the fish to get them better in that muddy water. Looks like a great reel.

    • @Jon-nz3dm
      @Jon-nz3dm 10 месяцев назад

      turn
      handle
      slower
      lol

  • @dustinwalker8152
    @dustinwalker8152 Год назад +2

    Hard to imagine the Steez A getting smoother.

  • @RichadGilgamesh
    @RichadGilgamesh Год назад +1

    I got 22 a tw hlc early this month, modded it with slp works. Today, I got this one. Bought it solely for stream fishing. From Malaysia btw!

  • @TheWaymont
    @TheWaymont 9 месяцев назад

    My JDM Steez A II has a beautiful metal drag star. Had it out two times, and it's pretty slick.

  • @vincentfelix4554
    @vincentfelix4554 Год назад +3

    Bought it when a it came out in Japan and I can’t recommend enough…and you can easily throw 3/16oz and above

    • @AlexFlores-bx7up
      @AlexFlores-bx7up Год назад

      Se comporta bien con 3/16 ?

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад +1

      I know this is an old comment but hopefully you see this! Can you fish something like a weightless senko on the jdm steez a2?

    • @vincentfelix4554
      @vincentfelix4554 3 месяца назад

      @@tobywonkinoby8916 yes

  • @redringsuxs7990
    @redringsuxs7990 Год назад

    I never had the Steez A so I can’t really compare them but this is my 2nd Steez and so far no complaints. Got it from Japan and threw it on the X Bites and haven’t looked back.

  • @jacobphelps03
    @jacobphelps03 Год назад +1

    Do you have any videos going through the Daiwa line of reels? Would love to have your input on what each model is great for.

  • @TKsw191145
    @TKsw191145 Год назад

    Finally got to use my P5 FMJ and JDM Zillion HD. Love both. Haven’t got a fish yet but very happy with the feel and performance of both so far. This was my first Daiwa baitcaster and I like it just as much as my Curado DC 150HG. Cast just as well in the wind too

  • @skywalkerv8700
    @skywalkerv8700 Год назад +3

    I have been looking at the Daiwa Steez A for a minute, now that I know II is coming out I'm all in. Ben, you always give me confidence in what products to choose. When can we order these from TheHookUp?

  • @hunterbull7804
    @hunterbull7804 Год назад +1

    So you mentioned the 8:1 is a low speed 8. From what I’ve seen from guys who have imported it already, the 8 speed says 8.5 on it

  • @jorgegzzm
    @jorgegzzm Год назад

    Great versatility! Planning on chucking the tiny klash on this thing!

  • @davidshowslsu
    @davidshowslsu Год назад +1

    Highly recommend got a jdm one and it's definitely my new favorite

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад

      How does it work with light stuff like weightless senkos?

  • @jasonnunnery6265
    @jasonnunnery6265 Год назад +1

    Ordered one from Japan and its really really nice. I put it on a FMJ rod that I got from you guys and it feels great!

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад

      Can you throw something light like a weightless senko on it?

    • @jasonnunnery6265
      @jasonnunnery6265 3 месяца назад +1

      Yeah, that’s one of the things I do most on it. It’s a really good reel. If you usually throw lighter lures, the zillon would also be a good option.

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад

      @@jasonnunnery6265 thank you so much! The lightest stuff I would throw would be weightless senkos, flukes and wacky rigs so I should be good!

  • @TerpDerp
    @TerpDerp Год назад

    Can't wait to upgrade my tatula 200. Drag clicker 😍. Love that feature on my CT SV. Going to be eagerly awaiting the test video

  • @ShadowRap-y5l
    @ShadowRap-y5l Год назад +1

    Do you know when the USA model will be available ?

  • @deliciouspeanut6572
    @deliciouspeanut6572 Год назад

    I love the Zillion I have with all the new tech so it seems like this one is a no brainer for someone looking to get just a little more. The HD tech is legit, the anti backlash tech works. It’s going to be great

  • @PunchFishing
    @PunchFishing Год назад +2

    Excited to get one of these.

  • @alford35
    @alford35 Год назад

    I only have one A model and haven’t even fished it yet so kinda have to get this one so can use it with bigger baits lol

  • @nameformyname
    @nameformyname Год назад

    I need to catch more fish on the clicky drag. I loved the idea of it but the feeling I get from it is no where as refined like a spinning reel. The initial experience I get from it is that it impedes smooth give to the fish when fighting. Has this been noticed by others? I need to catch more fish and am not sure but that's what I feel with limited experience 😂😂

  • @kevinzap.fishing
    @kevinzap.fishing Год назад +3

    Long time Shimano guy here, but I’ve wanted to try the steez for the longest time. Was waiting for them to update it but geez a $150 price jump on a 500$ reel is going to be a tough pill to swallow.

    • @seasgarage
      @seasgarage Год назад +1

      The steez is 100% worth it. I was a shimano guy myself, but since I started watching been and the gang I started on daiwa and now I can't get enough. The steez sv tw is smoother than my shimanos and it just feels better on rods.

    • @TerpDerp
      @TerpDerp Год назад +1

      The zero adjust alone is worth the switch from Shimano.

    • @ShadowRap-y5l
      @ShadowRap-y5l Год назад

      Top end reel can challenger the antares

  • @baileyweis1687
    @baileyweis1687 Год назад

    This reel with the madbull would be an insane combo

  • @CJFishes
    @CJFishes Год назад +1

    What are your thoughts on pairing the A II with a Triza Dragoon? I’m thinking the JDM 6.3 for swimbaits and versatility. Would it handle the upper lure weight range at 3oz?

    • @bigfah2506
      @bigfah2506 Год назад

      I’d say the 7.1 would be better

  • @CrazyCranker
    @CrazyCranker Год назад

    I was ready to pick up the A II here in Japan until I looked at the parts diagrams and found the only thing different is the new spool. I would bet you could buy a SLP spool and couldn't tell the difference.

    • @europeanian4205
      @europeanian4205 Год назад

      It's almost as if you didn't even watch the video.

    • @GwenStefaniGuild
      @GwenStefaniGuild 10 месяцев назад

      @@europeanian4205 He didn’t have to, because the old steez reels already had this tech in it, Daiwa just using some fancy words “hyper drive” to act like they changed something and you’re getting new tech. It’s exactly the same shit, only difference is the spool, paint job, handle knobs and now a 5 year warranty with free cleaning service through Daiwa. If you have both reels then take them apart and see for yourself..

  • @alanstein9722
    @alanstein9722 Год назад

    when you were in Japan did you see the new Shimano Antares MD DC?

  • @ipaulosan
    @ipaulosan Год назад

    Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe the bearings are 10+1 not 10+2.

  • @wyattcrane8819
    @wyattcrane8819 Год назад

    So y'all were saying it is a great chuck and wind reel, would it not be a good bottom contact reel?

  • @kongxiong6005
    @kongxiong6005 Год назад

    I got the jdm one too. My last baitcaster was a tatula CT-R. It does cast better.

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад

      How does it feel with light stuff like a weightless senko?

  • @LeonardoSantos-yc9ne
    @LeonardoSantos-yc9ne Год назад

    I have an 80 tatula, my doubt is, regarding the size, are the two the same or is the steez bigger?

  • @ThatGuy-hj4xj
    @ThatGuy-hj4xj Год назад

    Order it back when it came out in Japan 🇯🇵. Paired it up with Bens favorite MB P5 Madbull 🙌

    • @tobywonkinoby8916
      @tobywonkinoby8916 3 месяца назад

      How does it cast light stuff like weightless senkos?

  • @tymfortoys
    @tymfortoys Год назад

    Is the mag z boost on this Steez A II similar to the SV boost on the Zillion?

  • @charlesgurnea2004
    @charlesgurnea2004 Год назад

    What is the line difference I buy JDM all the time I like good amount

  • @mightyarmoryprecision
    @mightyarmoryprecision Год назад

    I have 2 JDM Steez A’s, the brakes are useless. Bought for long casts, frogs and toads. If you know how to fix, let me know. Thx!

  • @bandtish
    @bandtish Год назад

    YES!! I was going to order one from Japan but waited for y’all to get it 🎉

  • @wholybatman
    @wholybatman 2 месяца назад

    Subbed!
    This baby on a Megabass Cookai 8'10"? For salt mainly - beach, rock, sand flats. Appreciate your thoughts!

  • @speedwolf5212
    @speedwolf5212 6 месяцев назад

    Let’s see that 1 year review update!

  • @ShadowRap-y5l
    @ShadowRap-y5l Год назад

    I believe this new reel has a drag sound as well

  • @ibezyv7710
    @ibezyv7710 7 месяцев назад

    Is it normal to hear click noise at the end of cast and makes kind of small knocking noise in spool when reeling load? Mines is like that brand new out the box

    • @neihc1589
      @neihc1589 6 месяцев назад

      Yea it is normal. It's the brakes locking in.

  • @Bad_Agent01
    @Bad_Agent01 5 месяцев назад

    What rod will you pair it with

  • @gewglesux
    @gewglesux Год назад

    I likes this... a lot....
    Kinda pricey.. but i like it.... just have to figure what the retrieve to get.. Just in time for the summer!! Do you recommend the Steeze Rod to go with it?

  • @luvableleo1
    @luvableleo1 Год назад +1

    Ben what's the difference between this reel at the Steez A HLC?

    • @thehookuptackle_usa
      @thehookuptackle_usa  Год назад +3

      This is a “normal” reel. The HLC is designed for heavy baits and long casts.

  • @erylopez9235
    @erylopez9235 Год назад +3

    Hopefully it is new internals in an old frame. And the price jump is worth it. I don’t want to be let down like the steez limited once taken apart. Tackleadvisors ftw!

    • @thehookuptackle_usa
      @thehookuptackle_usa  Год назад +3

      If you were let down by the Steez limited then you didn’t fish the Steez limited. The channel you’re referring to was wrong.

    • @erylopez9235
      @erylopez9235 Год назад +1

      @@thehookuptackle_usa if your argument is, “fish it and see what it’s all about,” that’s fine. My argument would be, for the price increase would it be a good buy compared to the steez A in price just to cast a couple more yards? With the steez limited, once broken down to its core and seeing no difference as to what it was being compared to in that video didn’t justify dishing out that much money for a limited. I guess I geek much differently from you. No wrong in that. The Orion part, however, I’m with you. Cheers my friends!

    • @thehookuptackle_usa
      @thehookuptackle_usa  Год назад +1

      @@erylopez9235 my argument is that they were wrong in their diagnosis, and if you didn’t fish it then you didn’t get to experience it. The Steez Limited is on a whole other level, but until you use it you understand.

    • @gerlor9425
      @gerlor9425 Год назад

      What ever happened to TA? I always enjoyed his tear downs and assessments.

    • @erylopez9235
      @erylopez9235 Год назад

      @@gerlor9425 I’m not sure whatever happened. I enjoy their videos.

  • @vansaukam799
    @vansaukam799 Год назад

    Will the 8.1 gears be available on US soil? I want to drop a set into my 2019 Morethan PE SV XH.

  • @gregoryjones9071
    @gregoryjones9071 Год назад +1

    .............I just graduated from REHAB!!!!!!!!

  • @LeonardoSantos-yc9ne
    @LeonardoSantos-yc9ne Год назад

    what weight of bait is this reel good for? What is the minimum weight she can throw?

  • @wingort9
    @wingort9 Год назад

    Looks really awesome. Not that Im opposed but never had a Diawa t-wing reel. What is guys your take on t-wing with braid to leader knots?
    Have heard "stories" but would like to hear some truth. Thanks.

    • @thehookuptackle_usa
      @thehookuptackle_usa  Год назад

      Never had a problem

    • @kenbrown5449
      @kenbrown5449 Год назад

      What Ben said... Now, if you go to a really thick mono/fluoro and the connection is within a couple inches of the t-wing when you start winding slower, such as fighting a fish to the net, you will feel that knot catch a bit every now and then. Very seldom though cuz if you have heavy line on you will not have to finesse the fish and stop/wind very often at all. Does that make sense? lol... 99.9% of the time: No Problem.

    • @deliciouspeanut6572
      @deliciouspeanut6572 Год назад

      I’ve literally never even noticed it at the T wing. Micro guides on rods are going to be a much larger issue than the slot

    • @jayd2535
      @jayd2535 Год назад +1

      I keep the knots out of the rod 😅

    • @deliciouspeanut6572
      @deliciouspeanut6572 Год назад

      @@jayd2535 well that obviously works too!

  • @danmilkman6169
    @danmilkman6169 Год назад

    I own one and its awesome indeed

  • @youngn3237
    @youngn3237 4 месяца назад

    What’s the difference between the 1000 and the 100?

  • @BM31555
    @BM31555 Год назад

    What's the difference between this and the A100?

  • @decoyn-7782
    @decoyn-7782 Год назад

    IDK, I personally don't care for how the Steez A sits on a rod. I think the Steez 70 CT is the perfect Steez body shape, wish they would take that one and run it into various models.

  • @rodneysmith4153
    @rodneysmith4153 Год назад

    I have a Bantam on my BMG. Is this a lot better reel?

    • @ShadowRap-y5l
      @ShadowRap-y5l Год назад

      Definitely.. Batam isn’t even at the Metanium level

  • @donivel16
    @donivel16 Год назад

    What would cast farther. This reel or 2021 Steez A HLC?

  • @Battshimself
    @Battshimself Год назад

    I just ordered a daiwa zillion HD 1000 JDM and spec wise it seems extremely similar to this new steez a 2. Just with a larger handle and a little extra weight. Any other key differences I should know about?

  • @Jfldhr
    @Jfldhr Год назад

    How is this reel for flipping?

  • @OsamaBinDarrel
    @OsamaBinDarrel Год назад

    One day I’ll own one or a few 🙏 until then my Tatulas and Curados will carry me through lol

  • @percussionalobsecration6178
    @percussionalobsecration6178 Год назад +1

    I almost purchased this reel from Japan, but the idea that it was for bigger baits made me hesitant. After digging through a bunch of videos, I decided to get the 21 Shimano Antares DC. I put on it on a light action bfs rod to test it the other day, and was able to throw baits down to 1/8oz pretty well. I plan on putting it on a medium or medium light rod, as I think around 3/16~5/8 will be the sweet spot for me.
    Any recommendations for a general all-around rod to match with the Antares?

    • @gerlor9425
      @gerlor9425 Год назад

      I just got a nrx+ 843c, was thinking about getting the antares. Is the antares more suited for lighter techniques?

    • @percussionalobsecration6178
      @percussionalobsecration6178 Год назад

      @ger lor I think the Antares is able to cast a wide range of baits depending on the line you use. I am using very thin 1.5 goh Varivas PE, which is probably 1/8" from full spool. There is a video where a guy casts about a 1oz lure and completely casts all the line off of the spool, so heavier baits will definitely get you more distance. The Antares is part of a three reel setup I plan to run this year. 22 Aldebaran bfs for ultralight, Metanium shallow spool for light, and the Antares for my medium baits. The Reel Test channel has a video of the older 2019 Antares A casting light lures well, so I took a chance that the 21 Antares could as well, and was not disappointed for what I was looking for.

    • @kaytong9533
      @kaytong9533 Год назад

      Antares dc could trow almost anything
      But if u dont mind of the weigth of the reel it 220g check out the steez sv tw it only 160g

    • @ShadowRap-y5l
      @ShadowRap-y5l Год назад

      Should have waited for the 2023 DC MD

    • @kevinzap.fishing
      @kevinzap.fishing Год назад

      I paired mine with an NRX 844 MBR

  • @emmpak
    @emmpak Год назад

    The Regular 2016 O.G Steez is all it is. Thanks Tackleadvisors...your the Best.

    • @thehookuptackle_usa
      @thehookuptackle_usa  Год назад +3

      Do whatever you want - but if you want to know the truth you should actually try it instead of listening to nonsense.

    • @emmpak
      @emmpak Год назад

      @The Hook Up Tackle I love The HooK Up Tackle,but I'll wait till you guys get the New Daiwa SS Air with special TKF spool and Mag brakes.

  • @Jon-nz3dm
    @Jon-nz3dm Год назад

    9:40 hyperdrive has nothing to do with the casting lol, it's just the same as Shimano's infinity drive, 1 bearing on both sides of the pinion gear
    also, $650 is hilarious. Daiwa is insane. It's still not going to outcast even a Metanium that's $200 less(if you're silly enough to pay USA prices)

    • @GwenStefaniGuild
      @GwenStefaniGuild 10 месяцев назад

      Now now if you had said that a Steez SV TW won’t cast as far as a mentanium then I’d agree, but a steez a tw with a mag z boost spool is going to put on ass whooping on a mentanium. Dont listen to that silly boy on THEREELTEST channel, he doesn’t even own a boat and can’t cast to save his life. He also won’t adjust the spool tension knob on Daiwa reels because he knows what will happen, just because it says zero adjuster doesn’t mean it can’t be adjusted or shouldn’t if you want more distance! The zero adjuster is only a factory preferred setting to keep noobs from backlashing when they don’t know how to use their thumb to control the spool. I had a mentanium for a short period and got rid of it due to how unrefined it sounded, pushing the thumb bar down made a rubbing sound that drove me crazy, I normally expect that in their Curado and SLX lineups as the quality control from the Malaysia factory is sub par to Japan.

    • @Jon-nz3dm
      @Jon-nz3dm 10 месяцев назад

      @@GwenStefaniGuild you may well be right, from the experiences I've had my equivalent Shimano reels have ALWAYS casted farther than the Diawa's. The newer of the Bantams for example is outcasting the Zillion by a decent amount. This is with normal weight like 3/8oz total bait weight to 1oz, not super light shit. As far as spool tension, I personally always run no spool tension(fairly high amount of side to side play) and just depend on brakes and thumb. I think the same of the "zero adjust" BS. Can I also just say the T-wing is completely pointless and a pain in the ass marketing tool. I only fish braid to leader on every setup and while a knot will go through if the lines are fairly light, it wants to get caught a lot and it's annoying. A regular conical line guide would be sufficient but Diawa gotta Diawa

  • @ahmadaslam3382
    @ahmadaslam3382 Год назад

    Help me guys, zillion tw hd 22 or steez A ii tw ?
    Which one better

  • @NFiltr8Red
    @NFiltr8Red Год назад

    I dipped out of this video when you said it’s Aluminum body.

    • @gewglesux
      @gewglesux Год назад

      Aluminum not too bad

  • @TheFishCatcher
    @TheFishCatcher Год назад

    I'm a Shimano fan boy but that reel looks good

    • @RichadGilgamesh
      @RichadGilgamesh Год назад

      I got curado dc 151xg and 201xg. Earlier this month I bought Steez 22 a tw hlc and modded with slp works accessories. Today I bought this reel 😂

  • @hookpoint3329
    @hookpoint3329 Год назад

    That price Shimano anteras dc .i know you guys not a Shimano fans but common 😂 i agree to Jaff i like color 🤘

  • @jumpman2222
    @jumpman2222 Год назад

    Would you throw a k9 with this reel as a dedicated reel for it

  • @064pointbreak
    @064pointbreak Год назад

    Did you know Issei changed its logo?

  • @HBeretta
    @HBeretta Год назад

    Speaking of SLP...

  • @Aras_Fishing_Adventure
    @Aras_Fishing_Adventure Год назад

    Apakah ini cocok untuk main saltwater

  • @GwenStefaniGuild
    @GwenStefaniGuild Год назад +2

    I think the new Steez could have been a home run but falls way short. Not only did they not update the frame which needed to be done, it’s been awhile since it had one. They’re also charging an insane amount of money in the USA for this reel. $650 for a reel that basically got a different paint job, different knobs and a spool update. The new reel can be bought from Japan for $300-380.. the old USA Steez was $499 and now they want to charge $150 more? For what??? At least the new zillion got redone from the ground up, and was only $50 more than the old one if I remember right. I highly doubt this reel will sell well in the USA, it’s way overpriced, and they were lazy not coming up with a new design, total failure. You’d be better off buying the mag Z boost spool, and popping it into your old Steez, basically the same thing. I’d only consider buying one from Japan where the price is reasonable.

    • @Kaila2333
      @Kaila2333 Год назад

      Exactly what I just did.. 😅 Amazon $280

  • @raymondjohnson6496
    @raymondjohnson6496 Год назад +1

    Nope it’s not my cup of tea watch bass n bonsai he’s got one when you cast it out the spool goes out at the end it turns backwards watch his RUclips channel you would understand

    • @bassnbonsai
      @bassnbonsai Год назад +1

      Thanks for giving me a shout-out Eugene but it is not on this real I have the HLC and to another comment I saw the main difference is hyper long cast as a stiffer springs on the inductor and a 36 mm spool like Ben had mentioned this real the a2 it's basically the same as the a other than the new technology of the hyperdrive and the boost spool

  • @Spiritbro77
    @Spiritbro77 Год назад

    With all SLIGHTLY better shit in it. Is it really going to be worth TWICE the price of the latest Zillion? You oould literally get two Zillions for the price of one new Steeze A.

    • @Spiritbro77
      @Spiritbro77 Год назад

      Okay, I just looked it up on a Japanese site and this reel is going for 384$ American so that is MUCH better than the listed over 600$ price. I could live with that.

  • @WarEagleTheBest
    @WarEagleTheBest Год назад +1

    What this reel can do better that Zillion can’t, besides it has a name Steez?!?! I can cast Magdrafts and the Tiny Klash of my Zillion without any issues. I can get 3 (THREE) JDM Zillions for the price of that pointless Steez.

    • @gewglesux
      @gewglesux Год назад

      it don't look pointless to me....Ben wanted comments Pro and Con....

    • @WarEagleTheBest
      @WarEagleTheBest Год назад

      @@gewglesux OK, it’s not pointless, but for the price of that Steez I can buy 3 Zillions with the same characteristics. Both reels have 34mm spool and boost Magforce.

    • @gewglesux
      @gewglesux Год назад

      @@WarEagleTheBest Ok... I guess you're looking at from a "cost" point of view.i have 2 Zillions and their wonderful reels. I have never had a Steeze before- this one will be my first one.I know that have the same inner workings i would like to know if the Steeze will be a better reel. I'll know next week.

  • @Dildo420
    @Dildo420 3 месяца назад

    Is the usa version call the steez a 100

  • @ZachBoyce_DG
    @ZachBoyce_DG Год назад

    I’ll take my SLX over this thing for the price any day.