All kinds of bad information. The frame is graphite and not aluminum. The brakes are magnetic and not centrifugal. The handle knobs are actually rubber and not natural cork. Just gotta love these RUclips reviews...
Why did you recommend putting Vaseline on the rubber knobs when it's common knowledge that Vaseline will only ruin rubber over time? Great review. Thanks for all the rock solid information. Have a nice day sweetie.
The handles are rubber made to look like cork, so the issue of the cork not lasting isn't really an issue. And the brakes are magnetic not centrifugal. Might wanna update/edit your video with the proper info. Also, the bearings do hold up to multiple day per week usage, I have over 10 KK reels including their cheapest baitcaster (WhiteMax at $36) and put them to hard usage multiple times per week including personal and tourney usage without a single failure yet.
david hendrickson that’s good to know about the handles . . I have not put one to use through extensive testing just yet , only have gone off what some close friends who have , have said they have seen issues with .
@@bassmoore2083 yeah, cool. Don't forget the magnetic brakes part too though, ya don't wanna mislead someone thinking they are buying it for centrif brakes. Have one of the MJs so far and three more on the way so I've been plenty impressed with them. I am a former Shimano and Lew's reel guy and never would I say they are bad reels...just get tired of their prices going up and up and up all the time. And not trying to compare a $50-90 KK reel to a $500 Shimano but as someone with almost 30 years of experience with Curados and Castaiacs and almost 10 years of experience with Lew's...I'll stick with KK for $50-90 each and use em just as much and just as hard and if they don't last 10 to 20 yrs like some of my old 200 Curados...it's all good cuz I can afford to replace them every 3 or 5 or whatever years cuz they don't cost $200+ each.
@@averagejoesfishingclub8040 Dave I was going to comment but Sir... You said it all. I'm 57 yrs old and been fishing the upper TX Coast with your stated reels and KK rules with the $$$.! I still have the other but I'm trying out the MJ. Tight Lines and Full Limits to Ya.!
@@paulk7769 You can use it for whatever you like. Just get the gear ratio you would like, you certainly can use the higher gear ratio for any application and it's probably easier to reel more slowly than to try and reel fast on a 5.4 to 1 reel.
the line guide does not move in correlation to the spool? that makes it useless as a float reel when fishing on river...it's important for the line to be ing going out along with the line guide on the worm drive...
How did you adjust the braking system on yours? Mine backlashes every cast. I’ve tried adjusting the knobs to adjusting the magnets and nothing but backlashes. Thanks.
Just the standard way . Internally , every other one up and down . And outside I set to usually a 4-5 and adjust the spool tension to the lure weight so it barley drops when you push the button to cast
Just a fyi, I just got mine and the handle knobs are screwed on, no rivets so you can easily swap them for any type you like. I might pull a knob off my daiwa and see if they are the same if so a ton of options would be available
Nice reel review. I still prefer Daiwa and have tired different reel manufactures. I always come back to Daiwa for one reason or another. How would you rate the Kastking against the Daiwa Tatula?
I have considered to purchase this reel & also a Edge fishing rod. Kast King also has a few Spinning Reels that I am looking at. I am looking for Reviews from fisherman that have used the Spinning Reels. THANKS again for your video.
Hi there, I enjoyed your video, however I do have a comment on the title versus content... I don't mean to gripe too much, but it seems like every time I click on a review for a baitcasting reel, the review is done without any actual testing. Again, it was a great video and very informative on the quality of the product. I was just hoping to see the reel in action. Subbed 👍👍👍
BassMoore I understand. But it would just pay off in the end. If you buy something for $40 to $60 now. And have to replace it or parts every other year that would get expensive. But I like their rods. At least the speed demon pro
BassMoore I was all about Lews. But I had two expensive reels that had thumb bar issues. They wouldn't fully disengage. So it would grind the gears when I cast. I loved my ducket rods. So light. But I started using Dobyns Fury rods. They are money for the price. Just bought the Shimano SLX combo. Can't wait to try it.
Nice review. If you fully take these down they are not that different from the "brand" names. I have two Daiwa Tatula 100h reels and they are not significantly better and not even one full season the bearings are already getting noisy, and they don't cast any better than these KastKings. Hate to break it to people but baitcasters just are not that complicated. Spinning reels are another story and that's where you see real difference between cheaper brands.
Thanks , appreciate it . Yeah they looked pretty solid when I went in to grease and lube. No complaints .. it's not a reel i use a ton, but it is my froggin reel
Stick to tactical bassin and flukemaster etc.. and stay far away from this completely, totally, 100% unqualified guy's opinion. Not a pro. Not knowledgeable. Not experienced. Just some dude trying to get views. Like a kid talking about how great his first wine cooler is and how everybody should drink them.
Jess Winter haha man that’s harsh . Just an impression video . I like to help the avg consumer who can only afford so much . . I use high end reels as well , but buy these for those who can’t .
@@bassmoore2083 You're right dude that was harsh. I wish I hadn't spent any of my money on Kastking reels and rods so I'm pretty against putting newer fishermen onto it without at least some context. I had to learn the hard way that it actually costs more to buy those reels first, but that goes for just about all of the cheap stuff. But it seems like others are having better experiences and I can't fight the tide anyway. Apologies for the rudeness. Keep doing your thing and good fishing.
Jess Winter I know the feeling . These reels aren’t beating out shimanos .. lol me personally will use this on my frogging rod which I don’t use all that often until the thick grass is up . But it’s not an everyday reel like others
All kinds of bad information. The frame is graphite and not aluminum. The brakes are magnetic and not centrifugal. The handle knobs are actually rubber and not natural cork. Just gotta love these RUclips reviews...
That’s funny considering I read the specs right off the sheet in the box .. good try bro
Reading comprehension is obviously not your strength
EZ Mover don’t be a jackass because you are wrong
Why did you recommend putting Vaseline on the rubber knobs when it's common knowledge that Vaseline will only ruin rubber over time? Great review. Thanks for all the rock solid information. Have a nice day sweetie.
Good luck out there and thanks for sharing. We think you will be surprised :)
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Bearings are good. Been using these with my Shimanos ever since they came out. Me and a friend have had no issues what so ever and we fish a lot
James F150 that’s great to hear !
The handles are rubber made to look like cork, so the issue of the cork not lasting isn't really an issue. And the brakes are magnetic not centrifugal. Might wanna update/edit your video with the proper info. Also, the bearings do hold up to multiple day per week usage, I have over 10 KK reels including their cheapest baitcaster (WhiteMax at $36) and put them to hard usage multiple times per week including personal and tourney usage without a single failure yet.
david hendrickson that’s good to know about the handles . . I have not put one to use through extensive testing just yet , only have gone off what some close friends who have , have said they have seen issues with .
@@bassmoore2083 yeah, cool. Don't forget the magnetic brakes part too though, ya don't wanna mislead someone thinking they are buying it for centrif brakes. Have one of the MJs so far and three more on the way so I've been plenty impressed with them. I am a former Shimano and Lew's reel guy and never would I say they are bad reels...just get tired of their prices going up and up and up all the time. And not trying to compare a $50-90 KK reel to a $500 Shimano but as someone with almost 30 years of experience with Curados and Castaiacs and almost 10 years of experience with Lew's...I'll stick with KK for $50-90 each and use em just as much and just as hard and if they don't last 10 to 20 yrs like some of my old 200 Curados...it's all good cuz I can afford to replace them every 3 or 5 or whatever years cuz they don't cost $200+ each.
@@averagejoesfishingclub8040 Dave I was going to comment but Sir... You said it all. I'm 57 yrs old and been fishing the upper TX Coast with your stated reels and KK rules with the $$$.! I still have the other but I'm trying out the MJ. Tight Lines and Full Limits to Ya.!
Would u recommend this reel or the Abu Garcia promax?
Plite I’ve never personally used the Abu .. can’t speak to that . But this reel has performed very well for me for the price .
@@bassmoore2083 is it specifically for topwater or can I use it for other types of fishing too like for example jigging?
@@paulk7769 You can use it for whatever you like. Just get the gear ratio you would like, you certainly can use the higher gear ratio for any application and
it's probably easier to reel more slowly than to try and reel fast on a 5.4 to 1 reel.
Kastking has been around for a while. They used to be known as eposeidon
Aluminium Frame?
the line guide does not move in correlation to the spool? that makes it useless as a float reel when fishing on river...it's important for the line to be ing going out along with the line guide on the worm drive...
Aliex recommended this channel.
thats a magnetic braking system btw
How did you adjust the braking system on yours? Mine backlashes every cast. I’ve tried adjusting the knobs to adjusting the magnets and nothing but backlashes. Thanks.
Just the standard way . Internally , every other one up and down . And outside I set to usually a 4-5 and adjust the spool tension to the lure weight so it barley drops when you push the button to cast
BassMoore ok thank you for the reply. That’s pretty much how I had mine set just at 7 instead. I’ll give it a try tonight.
Just a fyi, I just got mine and the handle knobs are screwed on, no rivets so you can easily swap them for any type you like. I might pull a knob off my daiwa and see if they are the same if so a ton of options would be available
You should at least have an inkling of what you are talking about if you are going to review something DA.
Gary Horne what kinda of things should I know to talk about ? You didn’t provide me with any information ?
@@bassmoore2083 the spec's and what the real is made of would be a good start
i bought 10lb braided line for this reel. It says 12lb on it so did I make a mistake buying the 10lb?
You’ll be ok
Nice reel review. I still prefer Daiwa and have tired different reel manufactures. I always come back to Daiwa for one reason or another. How would you rate the Kastking against the Daiwa Tatula?
Just Fishing TV I’ve had a few tatulas and really liked how wel they held up , but their casting distance is just okay
Daiwa is just all about the brand, not worth the money anymore same as shimano..
Daiwa and shimano are expensive since they brand are famous and all angler known they reputation
I have considered to purchase this reel & also a Edge fishing rod.
Kast King also has a few Spinning Reels that I am looking at.
I am looking for Reviews from fisherman that have used the Spinning Reels.
THANKS again for your video.
Hi there,
I enjoyed your video, however I do have a comment on the title versus content...
I don't mean to gripe too much, but it seems like every time I click on a review for a baitcasting reel, the review is done without any actual testing.
Again, it was a great video and very informative on the quality of the product. I was just hoping to see the reel in action.
Subbed 👍👍👍
John Huff I appreciate the feedback , I will take that and incorporate it next time I make a video on a reel
Have you done the field test yet?
So I can spend twice as much and get a Shimano that will last alot longer...
solaydbak I can’t disagree with you there .. but not everyone can afford that , or may not want that . This review is for them
BassMoore I understand. But it would just pay off in the end. If you buy something for $40 to $60 now. And have to replace it or parts every other year that would get expensive. But I like their rods. At least the speed demon pro
solaydbak yeah I want to try one out . I’ve been on a lews kick recently . And duckett . Hard to break away haha
BassMoore I was all about Lews. But I had two expensive reels that had thumb bar issues. They wouldn't fully disengage. So it would grind the gears when I cast. I loved my ducket rods. So light. But I started using Dobyns Fury rods. They are money for the price. Just bought the Shimano SLX combo. Can't wait to try it.
Not too shabby...let's MF'n tune it and see how it flies
I’m game haha
Sub#998 goodluck bruddah
Nice review. If you fully take these down they are not that different from the "brand" names. I have two Daiwa
Tatula 100h reels and they are not significantly better and not even one full season the bearings are already getting noisy, and they don't cast any better than these KastKings. Hate to break it to people but baitcasters just are not that complicated. Spinning reels are another story and that's where you see real difference between cheaper brands.
Thanks , appreciate it . Yeah they looked pretty solid when I went in to grease and lube. No complaints .. it's not a reel i use a ton, but it is my froggin reel
I just ordered the red one and will be using it for my Frog setup also, how has it worked for you in that setup?
@@BassManStrikes it's worked pretty good . It's better than my shinano caenon I had
Stick to tactical bassin and flukemaster etc.. and stay far away from this completely, totally, 100% unqualified guy's opinion. Not a pro. Not knowledgeable. Not experienced. Just some dude trying to get views. Like a kid talking about how great his first wine cooler is and how everybody should drink them.
Jess Winter haha man that’s harsh . Just an impression video . I like to help the avg consumer who can only afford so much . . I use high end reels as well , but buy these for those who can’t .
@@bassmoore2083 You're right dude that was harsh. I wish I hadn't spent any of my money on Kastking reels and rods so I'm pretty against putting newer fishermen onto it without at least some context. I had to learn the hard way that it actually costs more to buy those reels first, but that goes for just about all of the cheap stuff. But it seems like others are having better experiences and I can't fight the tide anyway. Apologies for the rudeness. Keep doing your thing and good fishing.
Jess Winter I know the feeling . These reels aren’t beating out shimanos .. lol me personally will use this on my frogging rod which I don’t use all that often until the thick grass is up . But it’s not an everyday reel like others