folks, there is a Digitaka coupon in the description. I get nothing from this and I myself shop from at least 6 different Japanese stores. I am just passing it in case someone shops there anyway.
@@frantyf they are both great, its not that big a difference, comes down to small things like appearance and resistance.. and these have different importance for everyone. Watch the Vanquish video also and u will decide for urself
Thanks for the Video Victor. I’ve played with the new Airity at my local store and can say that I see no sensible reason to spend the extra cash on an Exist over it. So according to a rep from Daiwa Australia, this new Airity has the same main gear as the 23 Exist - Duralumin (A7075 Forged Alloy) main gear, it.apparently also has the upgraded main shaft with “special”collars, like the 23 Exist. Victor you might have noticed that the rear cover is a little bigger/fatter than the previous 18 Exist/Airity, apparently that was needed to house the differences internally. I’ve turned the handle on all the sizes 2000-4000 and I found the resistance in the bigger body sizes is drastically reduced, in fact I’d rather the 2500 with the bigger body, now called (PC) as it feels so much nicer to spin in my opinion for only an extra 15-20 grams. Have to admit that this is a beautiful reel and the clicker sound is much better than the old Exist. Cheers
I know what you mean I have over 30-40 pan fish rods but the very best ones I have are two st croix legend elite but the second one behind that is the presso 6’6’-7’ 7’6’ 8’10’ it’s hard to beat them presso rods I like to get a few more before they discontinue them plus them 4-piece traveling rods I really like them they are amazing
I was looking at the exist and digitaka has it for the best price $600 for the 3000 model here on Long Island it’s $1000 plus tax. Thank you for the honest and great video and you are spot on.
Always wanted to try an airity but not a fan of the gold accent. Just pulled the trigger on a 1000 st sf. Like the subdued colors closer to my stella fk. I'm a shimano fan hope I'm not disappointed
Which would you recommend. 23 Airity 4000/5000 or 24 Certate 4000/5000 size for Heavy fishing like Chaopraya and Mekong Catfish at Commercial ponds in my country + some saltwater jigging but in rare occasions only.. Mainly for the heavy games and some casting for Snakeheads. As the price for both are quite similar at my local store.
i dont think u have checked the price of this reel. This is not the type of reel u put on AIRD X : ). Now Pflueger fits perfectly on that AIR X. This reel is more fore PRESSO AGS rods
@@ifishcatfish Thank you for reply, do you think you will review the aluminium frame reels? Also Penn lighter reels like the peen clash II are they any good? One last thing can you recommend the 23 legalis for saltwater fishing? The 21 legalis is on sale should I get that or just pay the extra money for the 23? Thanks
@@paulharb6500 No, i will not be buying aluminum frame reels since i do only ultralight fishing. Even if i review them my subscribers are not interested in bigger reels.. Legalis is no good for saltwater. Fuego is OK for saltwater, if u do light game. For heavier fish i would go with aluminum frame reel. I don't like Penns. They seem reliable but don't feel as nice as shimano..
@@baryosh best way to fix it is to fish this reel the most. Nobody in USA can fox this for you. In japan some people do it but it will void your warranty. I am surprised u even mention it. In USA people dont care much about resistance or inertia
Hi Vic I have this reel and love it , I see you have many JDM reels too , how do you service and repair them ? Did you have someone can do it for you ? How often you need to degrease those daiwa and redone the Megseals?
the magseal is not needed for freshwater. Grease when it starts to feel dry. But these reels are very hard to service. I service them myself but it is very hard and u have to be very careful.
got ya thank you for your reply， so you kind saying if we only use it for freshwater we can basically leave it alone even when it needs to be redone nothing can happen to performance of the reel , correct ? thank you vic @@ifishcatfish
assuming u take care of it... don't leave in on the ground, in dust, that kind of stuff.. But if u keep it clean.. it can last 5 years without maintenance in freshwater
yes.. Shimano has some 8 foot rods in the Soare family that have the same accents. 8 foot ultralight is something impossible though, u should go shorter. If it is that long it will be wobbly. If it is not wobbly, it will not be ultralight. At least the first half will be medium light and only the tip will be ultralight. Go down to 7'6 and u have more options and higher quality.
@@ifishcatfish It’s funny you recommended Soare coz you’re the reason how I came across the Soare from watching your vids which I currently run with both of my Vanquish haha! I got the 21 Soare XR and 22 Soare SS both 8’ UL and they’re perfect for jigging 1/16 and spoons at 1.4grams. They have gold accent color Soare? I dont think I saw one or maybe I should look again. 🙏🏿
@@user-tl1ng3sj6c The soare accent is always gold.. even the reel is gold color. They are very subtle accents... not much.. most of the rod is black, but the accents around the handle are gold. The Soare XR 7'6 which i have has same accents as this presso
Love your reviews good information and you say out straight what you think. What's your thoughts on the Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano Sienna/Catana for people on a budget? Also I have seen a lot, that if you are pike fishing you should get a 3000-4000 size reel. Is there any reason other than bigger drags and higher spool capacity? Or are there some better durability features, does it effect lure sizes? As my region doesn't have huge pike and I fish on rivers.
Legalis family reel brings a lot of quality for a fee more dollars. So does sahara from shimano. Those are the cheapest reels i like. Sorry. As for pike, they dont fight all that much, just a few headshakes and some trashing. Size 2500 is what i would use for any living pike..
@@ifishcatfish Thanks for the answer I am looking to buy the sahara soon anyway, I was just curious about budget options. Does reel size effect the lure weights? As I am thinking of buying a 5-25g rod, but I saw one of your comments where you said using an over 10g lure will really effect the durability of a reel.
This one has a more beautiful rotor but they are very close. But when i searched this new one was a little cheaper, thats why insaid its best value. Looks a little nicer and is a little cheaper
@@ifishcatfish man😂. I think this AIRITY was only dropped in northern part of Europe. Because the AIRITY you have on your channel isn’t the same colour combination. This on I’m seeing is black with gold on the spool, silver body. And this is what’s listed on DAIWA skandinavia Specs LT (Light & Tough) Monocoque® Zaion® body MAGSEALED® body construction 8 ball Bearings DS5 AIR ROTOR CNC cut TOUGH DIGIGEAR® ATD™ drag system Infinite Anti-Reverse® CNC cut aluminum handle Hi-Grip handle knob AIR BAIL®
Shimano spinning reels sux! When it’s break in the smoothness is gone and the line roller will fail. As a newbie to fishing I have over ten Daiwas from Tatula to Lexa. Zero issue. Get Daiwa and go fishing. Yes, I will get Airity and pair with AGS, Edge rods or Old 18. Not sure yet:)
Hi victor, I don't know if I got a bad model but my 21 Luvias Airity (3000) has alot of resistance even after a few months of use. It really doesn't feel like its going away, and compared to a 23 legalis it feels heavier to rotate. Is the 23 Airity better in that department?
you didn't get a bad model they are like that. It does go away though, but you have to fish it a lot. Make it your beater reel, use it for everything : ) Yes, the ST models are much better
@@danielwutfisho it was never 500. And by beater I mean just use it a lot. You should still keep it clean and be gentle. But you can use it a lot. I used my Luvias a lot and it improved so much that doesn't bother me at all right now
@@ifishcatfish Actually, I change my mind. Anyone who thinks the 21 is similar in feel under load to the 23 is crazy. At least in the 2500+ size. The feeling is super super smooth and light under retrieve, completely different from the sluggish 21 luvias airity. In ultralight applications, where your not retrieving much weight I think there will be minimal difference.
the exist and airity mmm I’m shimano biased but I still like my daiwa reels but shimano is on the top for me! But the exist makes them all seem heavy! I’m very impressed by its weight and smooth body, still the shape and weight isn’t enough to sanely justify the price of two mid range reels or a complete outfit with line because it’s shiny and light! …I’m still probably getting one though
Victor are you interested in the new SF version of the Exist? I for one love the 1000 size reels for my Ultra light and light combos. I was crushed when Daiwa appeared to have dropped that size from their high end offerings. So much so that I bought 4 spare Luvias Airity's for the future! I am planning on getting one if not two of the new SF 1000S-B models to pair to a set of Heartland Ultra Light and Lights rods I have coming over.
@i_fish If and when I get one and have a chance to fish it a day or two, I will consider sending it to you. They show the 2000S being an LRF reel, and I know the 1000S-B is a great ultra light size, at least for me. I am very passionate about my Ultra Light fishing and own 1000 size in every series from Exist to Luvias. Certate, Presso, Ballistic FW, and SLP Works / Daysprout 1000S. I think you would classify me as a Daiwa fan boy! I switched from Shimano Stella back around 2006 when the 1st 1003 Exist was released. If you would ever like to talk reels, I can tell you about my 45 plus years of fishing them since I was 5 yrs old. 52 now....
I was looking at a 2018 Stella when a Daiwa rep tried to sway me towards the Exist. I asked him what the frame was made of. His response was magnesium. I played stupid and asked if it was "saltwater safe". He responded that it has a hydrophobic coating so it would be fine in saltwater. Now, my question would be what happens when the coating gets scratched. Magnesium corrodes very easily with saltwater. I live on the coast of North Carolina, even 25 miles up river is brackish in the summer. I feel like that is a huge gable to save weight. I did not buy either as $750 will put 2 or 3 tanks of fuel in my center console...Still a work of art when it comes to reels!
The thing I've learned is a lot of these reps do not actually know anything about reels. They get told something and regurgitate it. When I worked at cabelas we had a daiwa rep trying to say the sv spool technology on the tatula sv made the reel cast further. If you actually know how that reel performs, it actually is the opposite, kinda like a dc reel without the dc noise. Thats why many people use it as a dock reel rather than a open water.
Thats old information. It is true that magnesium alone will corrode but none of these frames are pure magnesium. They are magnesium alloys. There is no longer anecdotal evidence of these reels corroding. Trust me, the frame is the very last thing that will fail in saltwater. A bunch of other stuff will break first, so if u buy such expensive reel u need to wash it with freshwater and clean from time to time.
Thanks, nice video. There is a difference between drive gear of 18 and 22 model Exists. First, 22 model has coating, which is present on Luvias Airity too, whereas 18 Exist doesn't have it. The pinion gear in 22 model has some slightly different contact point with the shaft. The real life difference isn't noticeable all that much, but.... In terms of compairig this model with Vanquish, I haven't seen Vanquish yet, but from the look of it, it won't have a full metal body.
@@ifishcatfish I saw on a video, a chap opened up the reels and compared main gears. Luvias Airity had a coating, 18 Exist didn’t. About pinion gear inner structure we can read on their Japanese website. They even have a fancy name for it, air shaft or something.
Nice looking reel. Curious about the white line on it, do you happen to know what brand It is? Please do tell if you know of any quality braided line in white. Take care and keep posting! These kind of videos are why I'm still subbed.
this is the ES2 polyester from Varivas in 2.3lb. I reviewed it recently. Nice line but i hate that it only comes in 80m spools. It took me a while to put the right amount of backing on it
well not with the 2000 size, but if u get the 2500, u can definitely fight any size pike with it. The drag numbers are just marketing - you will never use more than 1 lb of drag when u fight a pike. Forget about drag numbers as they are meaningless. I caught a 40" musky on ultralight and uself 0.25 lb of drag.
@@ifishcatfish do you also know if the gears are same quality as luvias 20? these 23 airity? Trying to decide if should buy the luvias and save a few bucks . This jdm mania cost me thousands this winter..😱🤣
@@ifishcatfish the one in my avatar was 53 .5 inches , on a Calcutta CTE 300 , in 2011. That shimano still the Holy Grail of round baitcasters imo. Of course when i target musky I go to 40-65 lb braid too .
I am interested in 23 Airity PC LT2500 model. This is suitable for saltwater right? Line roller is mag sealed. Should we avoid of oil it? How the maintenance should be? Thanks for the review by the way.
i have never fished saltwater... don't have experience. The line roller is sealed, the shaft is sealed, if u wash it it should be fine. Maintenance is extremely difficult.
Top notch honest review as always. Ive been having a hard time justifying this reel if I have the Certate judging by how well the Certate has been performing for me. I see this as a lighter version of the Exist w.o the magseal bearings which makes it attractive but I really have my eyes set for the new Vanquish since i like the slow oscilation feature. Cant wait to see your review on the new Vanquish. Ive been counting days how soon that real becomes available so I just need to remain patient.
Aye yo, I know we've had our differences but, this video was actually amazing haha, felt super professional, format definitely suits the vibes of the channel. As for the reel I agree with everything, it's the 21 reel with a new rotor and drag, not as smooth or as precise as the 22 Exist but definitely good enough for the money and a decent update from the 21 (I'll call it an update as that's really what it is). Solid vid man, keen to see what you get to play with next (23 Vanquish👀).
my normal way of talking is being just a little rude, like everyone from Eastern Europe. Often people think im angry or upset and yet im totally peaceful inside, just... Bulgarians are sometimes a little inconsiderate. When i talk to people in person its different because they can hear my voice, but if they only read me, they usually imagine i am upset or something. You don't need to worry about disagreeing with me - i always disagree with everyone. For example, i disagree with you that the Exist SF is being developed for 'ME' or for counter to Vanquish. The reason I think that is that the reel still has some kind of magseal. Reduced or not - that won't cut it against a Vanquish. My bet is that Daiwa will later use the EXIST SF platform to release a black-and-copper colored reel, that will weight 135 grams and will have NO MAGSEAL whatsoever. It will be called 2024 PRESSO LIMITED and will more beautiful than the Vanquish and the drag will sound nicer, and I believe will be a formidable alternative to the Vanquish.
@@ifishcatfish That's fair enough man, agree with everything here too, yes maybe it won't be as free as a Vanquish to be honest wasn't the standard 22 Exist supposed to be super free with all the "Airdrive" stuff anyway?😂 So I definitely understand where you're coming from. My bad for misreading you mate, and cheers for the lengthy reply (I know you hate those 😆, just kidding!)
your comment about the 7075 gears is in my notifications but when i opened the comments to read it - it wasn't there. I don't know whats going on, try reposting it again. I was actually curious because i really don't trust daiwa sales reps. I have talked to them myself and they always seem to be incompetent, at least in United States
Hi, I'm looking at either the new or older airity for a new light set up. Exist is too much to consider. Would you pick the older luvias airity if it meant a 30% discount or pay full price for the newer model. Would love to hear your thoughts on that.. is the newer one really that much better?
@@ifishcatfish I'm in Australia and the luvias airity was around $850 for the smaller sizes.. but strange thing is the new airity starts at $800 (AUD). However last night I found somewhere selling the luvias airity at about the $600 price. I figured I might as well just go for that as I liked the luvias airity anyway, after owning the earlier luvias 20 model and being quite pleased with it. I'm no angling pro just like some reasonably nice gea to use and enjoy my time.. hence why I think the exist is just no required for someone like me. The new one sells for $1100
Well, the 22 Exist, 23 Exist SF and the 23 Airity are all superior to the 22 Stella. With multiple superior technological solutions, not the least the A7075 forged alloy gears.
I need a new reel like I need a hole in the head...LOL. While I do not think I will be purchasing any soon I will take a serious look at the Exist SF when it comes out.
i was organizing my tackle in my garage this weekend, because i couldn't fish due to weather... and I looked at the shelves and though - if I never buy ANYTHING AT ALL, no lures, no line, no jig heads, no rods no reels - i can still fish with quality tackle for the rest of my life..
Where's the folding handle on Dawaii .Maybe all good things must come to an end. I'm dang glad I have some old reels in great shape because the new engineers aren't capable any longer of creating what should be Standard
it creates a weakness and free play. These handles are extremely THIN and LIGHT and cannot have such weakness. U have never seen something THIN or LIGHT so its hard to imagine, but thats the reason. If they want to make them from solid steel, like your reels, then its possible
Nice Video! 23 airity I find very good reel and better than the old luvias airity especially the sound!!😍 I am very excited about the new vanquish see if it will be as good as the old model i hope🤷🏻♂️
Nice review. I just wanted to add for the saltwater guys. The line roller bearing of the new airity is magsealed also just like the new exist. I think this is the only upgrade that matters for saltwater guys.
Thats a part of the rotor. You can't install the new rotor without that, because the parts inside are different. But it's not an upgrade anyway. First of all, all models of the old Exist and almost all models of the old Airity also have magsealed line roller, so there is no change at all. The models from the old Airity that didn't have magsealed line rollers were the FC models, but nobody fishes saltwater with FC reels. Maybe you do, but you are 1 in 100 and you are using a reel outside of its design purpose. For 99 out of 100 people this is a DOWN grade, because adds more resistance during the retrieve, and the resistance is already the biggest problem for that reel. I don't think this was a conscious decision on Daiwa's side to make the FC models with magsealed bearing because that doesn't make sense. My guess it they did it because there was no other way to use the new rotor, unless they made different design inside the FC rotors, but they didn't want to spend money on that.
Yes i do saltwater finesse fishing (ajing fishing) in kayak and jetski with lots of saltwater exposure. You are hands down the best channel in YT that reviews finesse rods and reels so honestly, i really wish there is another Victor for saltwater finesse world. Maybe you should say mention things here and there about saltwater in your review videos for us, your saltwater subscribers. I currently uses 21 luvias airity fc1000sp - if i decide to upgrade to 23 airity 2000 my reason would be for the line roller magseal, better drag sound and ,so ppl say, 2000 size has better casting distance. Cheers.
@@ifishcatfish I have to disagree with you Victor, I think your salt water finesse estimate is way off! Salt finesse is huge in Japan and much of Asia. Species like Rock fish and sea bream require light setups, here in Australia we have tournament angling for salt water estuary species like Bream. Bream anglers use finesse setups with 1000, 2000 or compact 2500 size feels. So I would agree that yes the majority of finesse spinning reels would be purchased for fresh water use, but on a global scale there’s a big market for finesse in saltwater.
There is a number of videos showing Vanquish line management issue due to Infinity loop. And I am a Shimano guy. I believe Shimano brought immature technology to the market. And I am in the market for 3000 size reel....and sadly....this Airity is starting to look more and more promising in my eyes.
can you give me a link with this line management issue please? I fished mine hard all summer, caught huge fish, line management was always perfect, the best in the industry. I am very curious now..
Nice review but I still don't understand why would anyone buy a 300 or $400 reel like wats the point to me it jus doesn't make sense they're capable of breaking jus like any other reel same as high end rods there's no point to it I've seen it happen before
i know, thats how i feel, but vanquish is coming out and they have nothing ready right now. They have to release something to win time. It's actually a great way for people to buy a cheap Exist - looks super nice and feels amazing
@@ifishcatfish i understand Daiwa time management and try to win the market.I agree with you related to how the reels looks with rod together,this Airity will not look good on my rods
you are getting reels and bearings confused. The reel is not 'magsealed' or 'not magsealed'. Only specific bearings are magsealed. The mainshaft bearing is magsealed on every exist and every airity, FC or not FC. The main gear bearings are NOT magsealed on the Airity models , it doesn't matter FC or not FC. Only when it comes to line roller bearing, it is magsealed in the large models and not magsealed in the FC models in Airity. Line rollers are magsealed in the Exists.
Thanks for the initial impressions of the Airity! Wonder which rod Daiwa planned matching with it having gold Highlights and being so light? The Rebellion? But it looks good. Do plan on a purchasing a lower level Daiwa but in a 3000 size. Glad your doing better and glad you got out fishing. Still in the 20’s with high wind here so you know what that means? Yep lure and terminal tackle shopping!
Man, are you Russian? I m looking for trustworthy seller in Russia. I will visit Moscow in 1 month, maybe I buy this Airity 23 2500 model in Moscow. But I don't know any store there. Can you suggest me some websites who sell this model in Moscow? We don't have this model in Turkiye yet. I can't wait to buy it
@@mandogfish7418 i dont have either, even though i liked them both. I am thinking daiwa will release a black and orange version of the ST SF and will call it Presso Limited, and i will buy 4 of them
I was able to test out the new Shimano Vanquish 2500s model and now I see why you cant bring yourself to buy the new Stella. The Vanquish is indeed silky smooth better than the Certate LT and Twin Power Xd. I caught a 15in speckeled trout on it paired to a Yamaga Blanks 82 blue current III and it performed spectacularly. Now I'm hoping you get yours soon so I can hear your experience on it
Obviously Vanquish 2023 got an upper hand on the material, gear rigidity.. most of all, easy for maintenance.. Daiwa is using same material & design for gear, not even close to Vanquish.. Once you start servicing Daiwa reel, it will be ruined.. I won't be fooled for the 6th time.. Even the Exist 22, I still choose Stradic FL, much worth it, no issues and rigid.. But this time, I'm waiting for new Vanquish 2500S for my Eging and Ultralight game..
That's funny, because they use exactly the same alloy for their gears in these smaller reels lol. The difference is Daiwas are more precise in their cut, so they are less forgiving to people trying to take them apart, its not their fault people like you try to service them and put them back together completely out of pitch, it's a fault of you mate, not Daiwa🤦🏽♂️. Nice try though, keep your plastic Stradic 😂.
You need to learn so much more about the high end Daiwa reels technology. You do not even know "what you hold in your hand" Nothing beats the Exist but the Airity is superb. Daiwa does not "play any tricks". What a bizarre review! By the way, the 22 Exist and 23 Airity are significantly superior to the Stella and other Shimano models!!
Instead of this condescending remark, just TELL ME the technology i need to learn. Like, 'daiwa gears are forged with Unobtanium' or something like that. WHY is 22 Exist better than Stella? Which components are better - give some fact and u win the argument without being condescending. I don't delete criticism comments but yours is just oral diarrhea.
@@ifishcatfish This will take some time but there are at least 12 design details and materials chosen that make the Exist better. Btw do you know the difference between the alloys in the main gears of 22 Exist vs 22 Stella? And the quality of different ball bearings? I will be back later. Work calls now. You speculate instead of presenting facts, so co no blame me for verbal diarrhea. Btw I am no brand fan boy. I use 3 Stella 2022 as well.
@@DrJanLindberg you keep threatening to 'release your knowledge' and yet still NOTHING. Tell me WHERE is the superiority of Exist over Stella, or don't open your mouth to vomit more of your diarrhea!
@@ifishcatfish LOL! I am not "threatening" anyone or anything! Just not pleasant to discuss technical details with someone who immediately gets so defensive using inappropriate language. Maybe you are Mr Frankenstein
folks, there is a Digitaka coupon in the description. I get nothing from this and I myself shop from at least 6 different Japanese stores. I am just passing it in case someone shops there anyway.
Great video.
Nice honest view points.
What other online japanese stores do you buy from?
@@4726052 i dont have any secrets. The usual stores that come up on google
@@ifishcatfish Sir which one would you buy , this airity vs or new vanquish? Thank you very much in advance
@@frantyf they are both great, its not that big a difference, comes down to small things like appearance and resistance.. and these have different importance for everyone. Watch the Vanquish video also and u will decide for urself
@@ifishcatfish in your personal opinion which one would you choose?
Thanks Sir
Thanks for the Video Victor.
I’ve played with the new Airity at my local store and can say that I see no sensible reason to spend the extra cash on an Exist over it.
So according to a rep from Daiwa Australia, this new Airity has the same main gear as the 23 Exist - Duralumin (A7075 Forged Alloy) main gear, it.apparently also has the upgraded main shaft with “special”collars, like the 23 Exist.
Victor you might have noticed that the rear cover is a little bigger/fatter than the previous 18 Exist/Airity, apparently that was needed to house the differences internally.
I’ve turned the handle on all the sizes 2000-4000 and I found the resistance in the bigger body sizes is drastically reduced, in fact I’d rather the 2500 with the bigger body, now called (PC) as it feels so much nicer to spin in my opinion for only an extra 15-20 grams. Have to admit that this is a beautiful reel and the clicker sound is much better than the old Exist.
Cheers
Good to hear
Ha ha- I believe you're talking about me here Victor! I have this very same Airity model and just acquired the Vanquish 1000SSSP!
Excellent vid! I am intrigued, its a good looking reel and love that drag clicker sound.
I know what you mean I have over 30-40 pan fish rods but the very best ones I have are two st croix legend elite but the second one behind that is the presso 6’6’-7’ 7’6’ 8’10’ it’s hard to beat them presso rods I like to get a few more before they discontinue them plus them 4-piece traveling rods I really like them they are amazing
Presso rods just started popping at tackle shops here in southern cal. Just got the 8" and ordered two 7" footers
Always the best reviews ! I didn't find the coupon for Digitaka.
it expired...
I was looking at the exist and digitaka has it for the best price $600 for the 3000 model here on Long Island it’s $1000 plus tax. Thank you for the honest and great video and you are spot on.
well make sure u get the new one : ). The rotor has no screws
Always wanted to try an airity but not a fan of the gold accent. Just pulled the trigger on a 1000 st sf. Like the subdued colors closer to my stella fk. I'm a shimano fan hope I'm not disappointed
Just did unboxing today. Looks very nice
Which would you recommend. 23 Airity 4000/5000 or 24 Certate 4000/5000 size for Heavy fishing like Chaopraya and Mekong Catfish at Commercial ponds in my country + some saltwater jigging but in rare occasions only.. Mainly for the heavy games and some casting for Snakeheads. As the price for both are quite similar at my local store.
certate
I love it.. I have the AIRD X 6'6" Rod & a Pflueger President spinning real & the colors match.
That reel will match my AIRD X Rod perfectly also.
i dont think u have checked the price of this reel. This is not the type of reel u put on AIRD X : ). Now Pflueger fits perfectly on that AIR X. This reel is more fore PRESSO AGS rods
I looked up the price after watching this & your correct. Not for me! lol
Can you please do a review on the entire diawa 2023 reel line up. Also a saltwater reel review and compare Penn slammer with Daiwa bg
I am not familiar with any of their aluminum frame reels. There are so many models i dont know. I have only analyzed the ultralight models
@@ifishcatfish
Thank you for reply, do you think you will review the aluminium frame reels? Also Penn lighter reels like the peen clash II are they any good? One last thing can you recommend the 23 legalis for saltwater fishing? The 21 legalis is on sale should I get that or just pay the extra money for the 23?
Thanks
Sorry one last question have you compare the 23 Airdy vs 23 legalis?
@@paulharb6500 No, i will not be buying aluminum frame reels since i do only ultralight fishing. Even if i review them my subscribers are not interested in bigger reels.. Legalis is no good for saltwater. Fuego is OK for saltwater, if u do light game. For heavier fish i would go with aluminum frame reel. I don't like Penns. They seem reliable but don't feel as nice as shimano..
@@paulharb6500 Airity is better in everything. Comparison done : )
Thank you Victor! Great review.
Hey great video
I ordered this reel and noticed that the startup inertia is a little stiff
Do you think it will be softer over time?
thats the same with all Exist variations. It does get better but takes a long time
Is there a way to fix this?
@@baryosh best way to fix it is to fish this reel the most. Nobody in USA can fox this for you. In japan some people do it but it will void your warranty. I am surprised u even mention it. In USA people dont care much about resistance or inertia
Hi Vic I have this reel and love it , I see you have many JDM reels too , how do you service and repair them ? Did you have someone can do it for you ? How often you need to degrease those daiwa and redone the Megseals?
the magseal is not needed for freshwater. Grease when it starts to feel dry. But these reels are very hard to service. I service them myself but it is very hard and u have to be very careful.
got ya thank you for your reply， so you kind saying if we only use it for freshwater we can basically leave it alone even when it needs to be redone nothing can happen to performance of the reel , correct ? thank you vic @@ifishcatfish
assuming u take care of it... don't leave in on the ground, in dust, that kind of stuff.. But if u keep it clean.. it can last 5 years without maintenance in freshwater
@@ifishcatfish thank you sir for replying
@@ifishcatfish any idea what’s the weight on those luvias or airity spools ?
Is there a rod that matches this Airity thats atleast 8’ ultralight? Thanks love your vids!
yes.. Shimano has some 8 foot rods in the Soare family that have the same accents. 8 foot ultralight is something impossible though, u should go shorter. If it is that long it will be wobbly. If it is not wobbly, it will not be ultralight. At least the first half will be medium light and only the tip will be ultralight. Go down to 7'6 and u have more options and higher quality.
@@ifishcatfish It’s funny you recommended Soare coz you’re the reason how I came across the Soare from watching your vids which I currently run with both of my Vanquish haha! I got the 21 Soare XR and 22 Soare SS both 8’ UL and they’re perfect for jigging 1/16 and spoons at 1.4grams. They have gold accent color Soare? I dont think I saw one or maybe I should look again. 🙏🏿
@@user-tl1ng3sj6c The soare accent is always gold.. even the reel is gold color. They are very subtle accents... not much.. most of the rod is black, but the accents around the handle are gold. The Soare XR 7'6 which i have has same accents as this presso
Love your reviews good information and you say out straight what you think.
What's your thoughts on the Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano Sienna/Catana for people on a budget?
Also I have seen a lot, that if you are pike fishing you should get a 3000-4000 size reel. Is there any reason other than bigger drags and higher spool capacity? Or are there some better durability features, does it effect lure sizes? As my region doesn't have huge pike and I fish on rivers.
Legalis family reel brings a lot of quality for a fee more dollars. So does sahara from shimano. Those are the cheapest reels i like. Sorry. As for pike, they dont fight all that much, just a few headshakes and some trashing. Size 2500 is what i would use for any living pike..
@@ifishcatfish Thanks for the answer I am looking to buy the sahara soon anyway, I was just curious about budget options.
Does reel size effect the lure weights? As I am thinking of buying a 5-25g rod, but I saw one of your comments where you said using an over 10g lure will really effect the durability of a reel.
thats right. If you are gona cast 20 gram or heavier, i would get a bigger reel
How’s it going Victor? Thanks for the review!!!
no more ear infection. Ready to start fishing regularly. Thanks for asking!
Glad to hear that!!!
What is the difference of the airity 2023 and the airity ST 2024? Whitch is better for you and main difference.
the new one is much better. less resistance
If you don't have any of the old or new airity. Which one you prefer to buy? The old or the new airity? Thanks for the helpful video.
This one has a more beautiful rotor but they are very close. But when i searched this new one was a little cheaper, thats why insaid its best value. Looks a little nicer and is a little cheaper
@i_fish
Ok copy that. I will buy the new one. Thank you so much for the help
20 AIRITY LT 2000
Any thoughts on this reel ?
I haven’t seen any videos on it on RUclips, only some short vids with nothing but video of it.
Model 20AIRLTFC2000D
i have a video on that airity
@@ifishcatfish waaaaath 😵💫🤩 what’s the title?🤩
@@haakonww just search my channel for Airity
@@ifishcatfish man😂. I think this AIRITY was only dropped in northern part of Europe. Because the AIRITY you have on your channel isn’t the same colour combination. This on I’m seeing is black with gold on the spool, silver body.
And this is what’s listed on DAIWA skandinavia
Specs
LT (Light & Tough)
Monocoque® Zaion® body
MAGSEALED® body construction
8 ball Bearings
DS5 AIR ROTOR
CNC cut TOUGH DIGIGEAR®
ATD™ drag system
Infinite Anti-Reverse®
CNC cut aluminum handle
Hi-Grip handle knob
AIR BAIL®
Would be an interesting video (if possible) to compare Airity 23 Vs Vanquish 23 head to head.
Shimano spinning reels sux! When it’s break in the smoothness is gone and the line roller will fail. As a newbie to fishing I have over ten Daiwas from Tatula to Lexa. Zero issue. Get Daiwa and go fishing.
Yes, I will get Airity and pair with AGS, Edge rods or Old 18. Not sure yet:)
@@timleng4404 i had problems with Daiwa ones. They twisted my line more often than Shimano. I bought twin power and all of my problems are gone.
@@timleng4404 Well said. So true!
Hi victor, I don't know if I got a bad model but my 21 Luvias Airity (3000) has alot of resistance even after a few months of use. It really doesn't feel like its going away, and compared to a 23 legalis it feels heavier to rotate. Is the 23 Airity better in that department?
you didn't get a bad model they are like that. It does go away though, but you have to fish it a lot. Make it your beater reel, use it for everything : )
Yes, the ST models are much better
@@ifishcatfish I can't possibly make a 500$ reel a beater 😂😂😂😂. In fact I treat my expensive reels the opposite and only fish them when needed 😂😂😂.
@@danielwutfisho it was never 500. And by beater I mean just use it a lot. You should still keep it clean and be gentle. But you can use it a lot. I used my Luvias a lot and it improved so much that doesn't bother me at all right now
@@ifishcatfish thats in Australian dollars. Yeah most of my daiwas do free up after a year of use. I think I will opt for the new airity soon.
@@ifishcatfish Actually, I change my mind. Anyone who thinks the 21 is similar in feel under load to the 23 is crazy. At least in the 2500+ size. The feeling is super super smooth and light under retrieve, completely different from the sluggish 21 luvias airity. In ultralight applications, where your not retrieving much weight I think there will be minimal difference.
the exist and airity mmm I’m shimano biased but I still like my daiwa reels but shimano is on the top for me! But the exist makes them all seem heavy! I’m very impressed by its weight and smooth body, still the shape and weight isn’t enough to sanely justify the price of two mid range reels or a complete outfit with line because it’s shiny and light! …I’m still probably getting one though
Where did you get that wrench? From I need one I seen the Aluminum wrench but I don’t know where to buy them at do you know where
I got it on ebay 3 years ago when i got the luvias. Costs about 24$ but they send u a pair. I actually have two.
What’s the name of the tool
Victor are you interested in the new SF version of the Exist? I for one love the 1000 size reels for my Ultra light and light combos. I was crushed when Daiwa appeared to have dropped that size from their high end offerings. So much so that I bought 4 spare Luvias Airity's for the future! I am planning on getting one if not two of the new SF 1000S-B models to pair to a set of Heartland Ultra Light and Lights rods I have coming over.
do u want to send it to me for testing? If so - yes, I want to try it. Even though Daiwa already labelled it a BASS model..
@i_fish If and when I get one and have a chance to fish it a day or two, I will consider sending it to you. They show the 2000S being an LRF reel, and I know the 1000S-B is a great ultra light size, at least for me. I am very passionate about my Ultra Light fishing and own 1000 size in every series from Exist to Luvias. Certate, Presso, Ballistic FW, and SLP Works / Daysprout 1000S. I think you would classify me as a Daiwa fan boy! I switched from Shimano Stella back around 2006 when the 1st 1003 Exist was released. If you would ever like to talk reels, I can tell you about my 45 plus years of fishing them since I was 5 yrs old. 52 now....
😂 hold up wait a minute, something doesn’t taste right or feel right lol, comedy!! Great video
looking forward to...
I was looking at a 2018 Stella when a Daiwa rep tried to sway me towards the Exist. I asked him what the frame was made of. His response was magnesium. I played stupid and asked if it was "saltwater safe". He responded that it has a hydrophobic coating so it would be fine in saltwater. Now, my question would be what happens when the coating gets scratched. Magnesium corrodes very easily with saltwater. I live on the coast of North Carolina, even 25 miles up river is brackish in the summer. I feel like that is a huge gable to save weight. I did not buy either as $750 will put 2 or 3 tanks of fuel in my center console...Still a work of art when it comes to reels!
The thing I've learned is a lot of these reps do not actually know anything about reels. They get told something and regurgitate it. When I worked at cabelas we had a daiwa rep trying to say the sv spool technology on the tatula sv made the reel cast further. If you actually know how that reel performs, it actually is the opposite, kinda like a dc reel without the dc noise. Thats why many people use it as a dock reel rather than a open water.
Thats old information. It is true that magnesium alone will corrode but none of these frames are pure magnesium. They are magnesium alloys. There is no longer anecdotal evidence of these reels corroding. Trust me, the frame is the very last thing that will fail in saltwater. A bunch of other stuff will break first, so if u buy such expensive reel u need to wash it with freshwater and clean from time to time.
Lol this man convinced me drop $540 on a new reel I didn't need. Hello from Canada
Thank you victor
That clip you put in there had me rollin😂
Thanks, nice video.
There is a difference between drive gear of 18 and 22 model Exists. First, 22 model has coating, which is present on Luvias Airity too, whereas 18 Exist doesn't have it. The pinion gear in 22 model has some slightly different contact point with the shaft. The real life difference isn't noticeable all that much, but....
In terms of compairig this model with Vanquish, I haven't seen Vanquish yet, but from the look of it, it won't have a full metal body.
how do u know?
@@ifishcatfish I saw on a video, a chap opened up the reels and compared main gears. Luvias Airity had a coating, 18 Exist didn’t.
About pinion gear inner structure we can read on their Japanese website. They even have a fancy name for it, air shaft or something.
@@i.o.3563 thats for the main shaft, not the pinion gear, i saw that.. Can u link me to that video?
Nice looking reel. Curious about the white line on it, do you happen to know what brand It is? Please do tell if you know of any quality braided line in white. Take care and keep posting! These kind of videos are why I'm still subbed.
this is the ES2 polyester from Varivas in 2.3lb. I reviewed it recently. Nice line but i hate that it only comes in 80m spools. It took me a while to put the right amount of backing on it
Viktor, please tell me , can I use this concoction targeting northern pike ? or any fish over 10 kilos/ 20 pounds. This drag is 10 kg ?
well not with the 2000 size, but if u get the 2500, u can definitely fight any size pike with it. The drag numbers are just marketing - you will never use more than 1 lb of drag when u fight a pike. Forget about drag numbers as they are meaningless. I caught a 40" musky on ultralight and uself 0.25 lb of drag.
@@ifishcatfish Wow 👌 thanks that means a lot , you're a wealth of info!
@@ifishcatfish do you also know if the gears are same quality as luvias 20? these 23 airity? Trying to decide if should buy the luvias and save a few bucks . This jdm mania cost me thousands this winter..😱🤣
..difference is 200$ I think almost 🤔, but if gears on airity higher quality I choose airity
@@ifishcatfish the one in my avatar was 53 .5 inches , on a Calcutta CTE 300 , in 2011. That shimano still the Holy Grail of round baitcasters imo. Of course when i target musky I go to 40-65 lb braid too .
Friend, do you think she is better Vanquish 23?
define 'better'? Performance - No. Beauty and smoothness - Yes.
@@ifishcatfish And what do you mean by performance?
May i know the rotor material is composite or metal?
I don't remember. U can check the Exist. Its the exist rotor
I am interested in 23 Airity PC LT2500 model. This is suitable for saltwater right? Line roller is mag sealed. Should we avoid of oil it? How the maintenance should be?
Thanks for the review by the way.
i have never fished saltwater... don't have experience. The line roller is sealed, the shaft is sealed, if u wash it it should be fine. Maintenance is extremely difficult.
Top notch honest review as always. Ive been having a hard time justifying this reel if I have the Certate judging by how well the Certate has been performing for me.
I see this as a lighter version of the Exist w.o the magseal bearings which makes it attractive but I really have my eyes set for the new Vanquish since i like the slow oscilation feature.
Cant wait to see your review on the new Vanquish. Ive been counting days how soon that real becomes available so I just need to remain patient.
fish dont care the reel who have but the yummy lure or live bite is that care on fish haha
how many fish have u talked to?
Between the two. Which one to buy? The 22 exist or the 23 airity? Thanks 😊
airity
@i_fish
Ok copy that thanks for the help
How much fluorocarbon does the 2000s hold if using 6lb?
Just enough!
@@ifishcatfish Which is how much? Any idea?
@@ifishcatfish How much is "just enough?"
I bought two!
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The black guy insurance clip is hilarious 😂😂😂😂
Aye yo, I know we've had our differences but, this video was actually amazing haha, felt super professional, format definitely suits the vibes of the channel. As for the reel I agree with everything, it's the 21 reel with a new rotor and drag, not as smooth or as precise as the 22 Exist but definitely good enough for the money and a decent update from the 21 (I'll call it an update as that's really what it is). Solid vid man, keen to see what you get to play with next (23 Vanquish👀).
my normal way of talking is being just a little rude, like everyone from Eastern Europe. Often people think im angry or upset and yet im totally peaceful inside, just... Bulgarians are sometimes a little inconsiderate. When i talk to people in person its different because they can hear my voice, but if they only read me, they usually imagine i am upset or something. You don't need to worry about disagreeing with me - i always disagree with everyone.
For example, i disagree with you that the Exist SF is being developed for 'ME' or for counter to Vanquish. The reason I think that is that the reel still has some kind of magseal. Reduced or not - that won't cut it against a Vanquish. My bet is that Daiwa will later use the EXIST SF platform to release a black-and-copper colored reel, that will weight 135 grams and will have NO MAGSEAL whatsoever. It will be called 2024 PRESSO LIMITED and will more beautiful than the Vanquish and the drag will sound nicer, and I believe will be a formidable alternative to the Vanquish.
@@ifishcatfish That's fair enough man, agree with everything here too, yes maybe it won't be as free as a Vanquish to be honest wasn't the standard 22 Exist supposed to be super free with all the "Airdrive" stuff anyway?😂 So I definitely understand where you're coming from. My bad for misreading you mate, and cheers for the lengthy reply (I know you hate those 😆, just kidding!)
your comment about the 7075 gears is in my notifications but when i opened the comments to read it - it wasn't there. I don't know whats going on, try reposting it again. I was actually curious because i really don't trust daiwa sales reps. I have talked to them myself and they always seem to be incompetent, at least in United States
Hi, I'm looking at either the new or older airity for a new light set up. Exist is too much to consider. Would you pick the older luvias airity if it meant a 30% discount or pay full price for the newer model. Would love to hear your thoughts on that.. is the newer one really that much better?
no, its the same reel. Where can u buy old airity for 30% discount? They both cost around 410 USD..
@@ifishcatfish I'm in Australia and the luvias airity was around $850 for the smaller sizes.. but strange thing is the new airity starts at $800 (AUD). However last night I found somewhere selling the luvias airity at about the $600 price. I figured I might as well just go for that as I liked the luvias airity anyway, after owning the earlier luvias 20 model and being quite pleased with it. I'm no angling pro just like some reasonably nice gea to use and enjoy my time.. hence why I think the exist is just no required for someone like me. The new one sells for $1100
@@daves7104 check digitaka and use my coupon and u can get either one for 410 USD shipped
@@ifishcatfish not sure whether that'd even work out any cheaper given the conversion plus shipping but thanks anyway
@@daves7104 google says 610 AUD. Shipping is free. But get whats more convenient
Well, the 22 Exist, 23 Exist SF and the 23 Airity are all superior to the 22 Stella. With multiple superior technological solutions, not the least the A7075 forged alloy gears.
I think you need to get checked by a shrink
You're out of your mind "Dr" 😂, the Stella FK absolutely pisses all over the 23 Airity
@@cozab5487 he's a doctor like dr. Pepper is a doctor
@@ifishcatfish 😆😆😆
Yea why wouldn't they just use excess stock of an older exist and give it some cosmetic changes and then rerelease it as an airity?
Copun is still active? For digitaka?
Yes. The coupon from last video
I dont find it can you past it here?
6hj not working
open my last video. That coupon is still active.
I need a new reel like I need a hole in the head...LOL. While I do not think I will be purchasing any soon I will take a serious look at the Exist SF when it comes out.
i was organizing my tackle in my garage this weekend, because i couldn't fish due to weather... and I looked at the shelves and though - if I never buy ANYTHING AT ALL, no lures, no line, no jig heads, no rods no reels - i can still fish with quality tackle for the rest of my life..
Where's the folding handle on Dawaii .Maybe all good things must come to an end. I'm dang glad I have some old reels in great shape because the new engineers aren't capable any longer of creating what should be
Standard
it creates a weakness and free play. These handles are extremely THIN and LIGHT and cannot have such weakness. U have never seen something THIN or LIGHT so its hard to imagine, but thats the reason. If they want to make them from solid steel, like your reels, then its possible
Nice Video! 23 airity I find very good reel and better than the old luvias airity especially the sound!!😍
I am very excited about the new vanquish see if it will be as good as the old model i hope🤷🏻♂️
Hey man I have the old luvias airity, what do you think are the major upgrades in terms of feeling in the 23?
That clip from 3:42 🤣
Nice review. I just wanted to add for the saltwater guys. The line roller bearing of the new airity is magsealed also just like the new exist. I think this is the only upgrade that matters for saltwater guys.
Im not sure why you are saying this .. did u understand otherwise from the video?
Please let me edit my comment to be more clear.
Thats a part of the rotor. You can't install the new rotor without that, because the parts inside are different. But it's not an upgrade anyway. First of all, all models of the old Exist and almost all models of the old Airity also have magsealed line roller, so there is no change at all. The models from the old Airity that didn't have magsealed line rollers were the FC models, but nobody fishes saltwater with FC reels. Maybe you do, but you are 1 in 100 and you are using a reel outside of its design purpose. For 99 out of 100 people this is a DOWN grade, because adds more resistance during the retrieve, and the resistance is already the biggest problem for that reel. I don't think this was a conscious decision on Daiwa's side to make the FC models with magsealed bearing because that doesn't make sense. My guess it they did it because there was no other way to use the new rotor, unless they made different design inside the FC rotors, but they didn't want to spend money on that.
Yes i do saltwater finesse fishing (ajing fishing) in kayak and jetski with lots of saltwater exposure. You are hands down the best channel in YT that reviews finesse rods and reels so honestly, i really wish there is another Victor for saltwater finesse world. Maybe you should say mention things here and there about saltwater in your review videos for us, your saltwater subscribers. I currently uses 21 luvias airity fc1000sp - if i decide to upgrade to 23 airity 2000 my reason would be for the line roller magseal, better drag sound and ,so ppl say, 2000 size has better casting distance. Cheers.
@@ifishcatfish I have to disagree with you Victor, I think your salt water finesse estimate is way off! Salt finesse is huge in Japan and much of Asia. Species like Rock fish and sea bream require light setups, here in Australia we have tournament angling for salt water estuary species like Bream. Bream anglers use finesse setups with 1000, 2000 or compact 2500 size feels.
So I would agree that yes the majority of finesse spinning reels would be purchased for fresh water use, but on a global scale there’s a big market for finesse in saltwater.
There is a number of videos showing Vanquish line management issue due to Infinity loop. And I am a Shimano guy. I believe Shimano brought immature technology to the market. And I am in the market for 3000 size reel....and sadly....this Airity is starting to look more and more promising in my eyes.
can you give me a link with this line management issue please? I fished mine hard all summer, caught huge fish, line management was always perfect, the best in the industry. I am very curious now..
@@ifishcatfish ruclips.net/video/kycnlir382M/видео.htmlsi=AKdaWPBOZ04elz2O
@@ifishcatfish ruclips.net/video/PZZJL2PHU4E/видео.htmlsi=nF9OY6YWxZ5Fx5eB
This one is with new twin power, but same technology
@@ifishcatfish ruclips.net/video/kycnlir382M/видео.htmlsi=1NitAA1is6aGFARQ
It seems this link was lost. Vanquish video
@@ifishcatfish but as you said, I don't think you can go wrong with Airity
Nice review but I still don't understand why would anyone buy a 300 or $400 reel like wats the point to me it jus doesn't make sense they're capable of breaking jus like any other reel same as high end rods there's no point to it I've seen it happen before
If u fish them, u will see the point. Its not anout breaking. They are actually very fragile. The presso is made entirely of carbon.
U dont catch any more fish, if thats what u care about, its purely about pleasure
Looks identical to a vanquish
no : ) Not even close
😮😮😢😢😢
Was intended to buy 1...but....hmm....thanks so much for the review sir.
Its a great reel at good price! Aint no 2022 exist tho. Probably the 2025 airity will be the 2022 exist
Wow, you would have to pull my teeth to make me spend more than even 100 dollars on a reel, let alone 400+😮
yeah, this will be a lot of teeth for sure : )
I was expecting Daiwa to release new certate in 1000-2000 sizes.They didn't and continue to release this weird Frankenstein reels
i know, thats how i feel, but vanquish is coming out and they have nothing ready right now. They have to release something to win time. It's actually a great way for people to buy a cheap Exist - looks super nice and feels amazing
@@ifishcatfish i understand Daiwa time management and try to win the market.I agree with you related to how the reels looks with rod together,this Airity will not look good on my rods
Я такого акцента еще не слышал ))
Enjoy
FC reel not Magsealed. LT reel Magsealed.
you are getting reels and bearings confused. The reel is not 'magsealed' or 'not magsealed'. Only specific bearings are magsealed. The mainshaft bearing is magsealed on every exist and every airity, FC or not FC. The main gear bearings are NOT magsealed on the Airity models , it doesn't matter FC or not FC. Only when it comes to line roller bearing, it is magsealed in the large models and not magsealed in the FC models in Airity. Line rollers are magsealed in the Exists.
Thanks for the initial impressions of the Airity! Wonder which rod Daiwa planned matching with it having gold
Highlights and being so light? The Rebellion? But it looks good. Do plan on a purchasing a lower level Daiwa but in a 3000 size. Glad your doing better and glad you got out fishing. Still in the 20’s with high wind here so you know what that means? Yep lure and terminal tackle shopping!
@i_fish Just checked both my Airity reels FC2000 and LT2500 both state Magsealed.
@@mandogfish7418 you are still thinking about reels. Every airity has SOMETHING magselased inside. Read my prev comment
just got my airity 23 and it is premiun quality reel , shimano has this wiggle inside in a few months of daily use
Man, are you Russian? I m looking for trustworthy seller in Russia. I will visit Moscow in 1 month, maybe I buy this Airity 23 2500 model in Moscow. But I don't know any store there. Can you suggest me some websites who sell this model in Moscow? We don't have this model in Turkiye yet. I can't wait to buy it
all big shops in Russia are trustworthy. I am not russian but u can buy from any major store in Moskva with no concerns of any kinds
Do a video, 23 Airity vs 24 Airity
Maybe ..
@@ifishcatfish do you have both reels?
@@mandogfish7418 i dont have either, even though i liked them both. I am thinking daiwa will release a black and orange version of the ST SF and will call it Presso Limited, and i will buy 4 of them
I was able to test out the new Shimano Vanquish 2500s model and now I see why you cant bring yourself to buy the new Stella.
The Vanquish is indeed silky smooth better than the Certate LT and Twin Power Xd.
I caught a 15in speckeled trout on it paired to a Yamaga Blanks 82 blue current III and it performed spectacularly.
Now I'm hoping you get yours soon so I can hear your experience on it
i was 2500 sizes released but im waiting for the 2000 as i dont want to buy two.. : )
Obviously Vanquish 2023 got an upper hand on the material, gear rigidity.. most of all, easy for maintenance.. Daiwa is using same material & design for gear, not even close to Vanquish.. Once you start servicing Daiwa reel, it will be ruined.. I won't be fooled for the 6th time.. Even the Exist 22, I still choose Stradic FL, much worth it, no issues and rigid.. But this time, I'm waiting for new Vanquish 2500S for my Eging and Ultralight game..
That's funny, because they use exactly the same alloy for their gears in these smaller reels lol. The difference is Daiwas are more precise in their cut, so they are less forgiving to people trying to take them apart, its not their fault people like you try to service them and put them back together completely out of pitch, it's a fault of you mate, not Daiwa🤦🏽♂️.
Nice try though, keep your plastic Stradic 😂.
Diawa has abandoned fishing to make a move into the money-making industry.
You need to learn so much more about the high end Daiwa reels technology. You do not even know "what you hold in your hand" Nothing beats the Exist but the Airity is superb. Daiwa does not "play any tricks". What a bizarre review! By the way, the 22 Exist and 23 Airity are significantly superior to the Stella and other Shimano models!!
Instead of this condescending remark, just TELL ME the technology i need to learn. Like, 'daiwa gears are forged with Unobtanium' or something like that. WHY is 22 Exist better than Stella? Which components are better - give some fact and u win the argument without being condescending. I don't delete criticism comments but yours is just oral diarrhea.
@@ifishcatfish This will take some time but there are at least 12 design details and materials chosen that make the Exist better. Btw do you know the difference between the alloys in the main gears of 22 Exist vs 22 Stella? And the quality of different ball bearings? I will be back later. Work calls now. You speculate instead of presenting facts, so co no blame me for verbal diarrhea. Btw I am no brand fan boy. I use 3 Stella 2022 as well.
@@DrJanLindberg you keep threatening to 'release your knowledge' and yet still NOTHING. Tell me WHERE is the superiority of Exist over Stella, or don't open your mouth to vomit more of your diarrhea!
@@DrJanLindberg i haven't blocked you - please come and drop your powerful knowledge of design superiority and intricacies of alloy advantages!
@@ifishcatfish LOL! I am not "threatening" anyone or anything! Just not pleasant to discuss technical details with someone who immediately gets so defensive using inappropriate language. Maybe you are Mr Frankenstein
Questo mulinello ha la tecnologia dell'Exist e non del vecchio Airity, bisogna informarsi di piu, prima di sparar sentenze.
sorry, eh, no understando!